This helps Citrus County Animal Services with pet care costs.
My basic info
Breed
Domestic Shorthair
Color
Black & White or Tuxedo
Age
4 years 8 months old, Adult
Sex
Female
Pet ID
47606857
Hair Length
short
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Meet Birdie — A Gentle Soul Searching for Safety and Understanding! Birdie is a shy, beautifully marked girl with a tender heart — and a story that explains why she needs a little extra patience. After losing her owner, Birdie’s world changed suddenly, and she’s still learning how to feel safe again. New environments can feel overwhelming, but with time, kindness, and consistency, she has every potential to blossom. Birdie prefers to initiate contact on her own terms, and that’s part of what makes her so special. When she feels comfortable, she enjoys the simple joys of life: rolling blissfully in catnip, batting at strings, and quietly playing with her toys. These small moments are where her true personality shines.
Birdie’s Needs & Best Match:
* Gentle, shy, and sensitive * Needs time to settle in and build trust * Enjoys calm, quiet play * Best as an only pet * No young children — she thrives in a peaceful home
Birdie isn’t looking for a fast-paced household — she’s looking for understanding, patience, and compassion. If you have room in your heart for a cat who needs time to heal and someone willing to let love grow slowly, Birdie may be the one you’ve been waiting for. Birdie is 4 years old, weighs 12 lbs, and is spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped. Come meet Birdie at: Citrus County Animal Services, 4030 S. Airport Rd., Inverness, FL. ID# 47606857
Meet Birdie — A Gentle Soul Searching for Safety and Understanding! Birdie is a shy, beautifully marked girl with a tender heart — and a story that explains why she needs a little extra patience. After losing her owner, Birdie’s world changed suddenly, and she’s still learning how to feel safe again. New environments can feel overwhelming, but with time, kindness, and consistency, she has every potential to blossom. Birdie prefers to initiate contact on her own terms, and that’s part of what makes her so special. When she feels comfortable, she enjoys the simple joys of life: rolling blissfully in catnip, batting at strings, and quietly playing with her toys. These small moments are where her true personality shines.
Birdie’s Needs & Best Match:
* Gentle, shy, and sensitive * Needs time to settle in and build trust * Enjoys calm, quiet play * Best as an only pet * No young children — she thrives in a peaceful home
Birdie isn’t looking for a fast-paced household — she’s looking for understanding, patience, and compassion. If you have room in your heart for a cat who needs time to heal and someone willing to let love grow slowly, Birdie may be the one you’ve been waiting for. Birdie is 4 years old, weighs 12 lbs, and is spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped. Come meet Birdie at: Citrus County Animal Services, 4030 S. Airport Rd., Inverness, FL. ID# 47606857
We are here to help you find the one for you! When you come to the shelter please bring your photo ID.
2.
Take the Pet Home
Adopt and the pet is legally yours! Or choose to "slumber party" which is a trial adoption. You will have up to two weeks to decide.
3.
Pay Fee
The adoption fee is $60 for a dog and $35 for a cat. Those living within Citrus County, FL. will also purchase a $10 county license fee.
Additional adoption info
All adopters must be at least 18 years old. The adoption fee is $60 for a dog and $35 for a cat. Those living within Citrus County, FL. will also purchase a $10 county license fee. All pets are spayed/neutered, current on age and species appropriate vaccinations and flea and heartworm prevention. Kittens under 6 months of age are tested for Feline Leukemia (FeLV), and Cats over 6months of age are tested for FeLV and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV). Dogs over 6 months of age are tested for heartworm disease. If the dog is heartworm positive, the treatment will be provided by our Veterinarian, at no cost to the adopter, sponsored by our generous community partner Citrus County Foundation for Animal Protection (CCFAP).
All adopters must be at least 18 years old. The adoption fee is $60 for a dog and $35 for a cat. Those living within Citrus County, FL. will also purchase a $10 county license fee. All pets are spayed/neutered, current on age and species appropriate vaccinations and flea and heartworm prevention. Kittens under 6 months of age are tested for Feline Leukemia (FeLV), and Cats over 6months of age are tested for FeLV and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV). Dogs over 6 months of age are tested for heartworm disease. If the dog is heartworm positive, the treatment will be provided by our Veterinarian, at no cost to the adopter, sponsored by our generous community partner Citrus County Foundation for Animal Protection (CCFAP).
Visit us at 4030 S. Airport Road, Inverness, FL 34450
Closed Daily 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. for Lunch and Training
MONDAY: By appointment only for owner reclaim and adoption.
TUESDAY: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
WEDNESDAY: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
THURSDAY: 10:00AM - 7:00PM
FRIDAY: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
SATURDAY: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
SUNDAY: By appointment only for owner reclaim and adoption.
HOLIDAYS: CLOSED
Visit us at 4030 S. Airport Road, Inverness, FL 34450
Closed Daily 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. for Lunch and Training
MONDAY: By appointment only for owner reclaim and adoption.
TUESDAY: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
WEDNESDAY: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
THURSDAY: 10:00AM - 7:00PM
FRIDAY: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
SATURDAY: 10:00AM - 5:00PM
SUNDAY: By appointment only for owner reclaim and adoption.
HOLIDAYS: CLOSED
More about this shelter
Animal Services provides a safe, comfortable, and humane environment for all animals in our care. We promote adoptions, responsible pet ownership, and community involvement while working towards reducing pet overpopulation in our community. We strive to reunite lost pets with their owners, determine the most appropriate outcome for animals in our care, provide veterinary forensic evidence, and maintain evidence for cruelty cases. Animal Services is also responsible for protecting people and pets in our community from health-related issues and ensure the public’s safety.
Animal Services provides a safe, comfortable, and humane environment for all animals in our care. We promote adoptions, responsible pet ownership, and community involvement while working towards reducing pet overpopulation in our community. We strive to reunite lost pets with their owners, determine the most appropriate outcome for animals in our care, provide veterinary forensic evidence, and maintain evidence for cruelty cases. Animal Services is also responsible for protecting people and pets in our community from health-related issues and ensure the public’s safety.
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