My name is Thistle -- Bonded Buddy With Beatrice!

HOW TO ADOPT: This cat is participating in our Shelter Cat Getaway foster program, which gives cats a vacation from the shelter and lets them enjoy home life while they wait to be adopted. To schedule a time to meet this cat, please contact Mary at mmccarroll@arl-iowa.org or Carol at cgriglione@arl-iowa.org.

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Thistle and Beatrice are Bonded Buddies. They'll be adopted as a pair.

- A low-maintenance and independent cat that does not require a lot of interaction

- She and her bonded buddy will be perfect for someone who has a very chill and low-key environment

- If you like the idea of caring for and loving 2 cats that don't want or need a lot of attention, these bonded buddies will be ideal

- Not a good fit for young children, as they can be spicy and are quick to let you know if they don't like something with a paw swipe

- Will greet you for pets, and like to rub your legs and chirp

- Content eating dry cat food - not a fan of treats, or canned food

- Prefers not to be picked up

- Likes to play often - she likes independent play with her own toys, and sometimes the cat wand

- Very bonded to her buddy - they love to play with each other, and they will run around chasing and play-fighting each day. They also like to sleep next to each other.

- Loves to sit in her cat tower with her bonded buddy for most of the day