My Foster Writes: Tempura is an independent spirit who loves to do his own thing! He loves to have space and quiet time during the day and play with his toys by himself at night. He's very curious and loves to explore the home. He's also a huge fan of treats! He does require a patient home as he is very shy and takes some time to warm up. While he may not be cuddly or snuggle up on your lap, he's a nice companion!
A volunteer writes: What is a little all ebony kitty to do, all alone in a kennel, in a big shelter when he comes from a house filled to the brim with other cats? That little kitty will usually stay at the back of its cubby and try to keep its head above the water until for what ever reason, a breakthrough happens. Sometimes it's sudden. At other times, it's gradual. Tempura has chosen the latter. He is not avoiding my hand anymore, leans a little and I even found him resting today in the main area of his kennel, laying on his back, his four in the air...It was a cute sight! I will not finish this bio today as I know that I will have even better news to tell tomorrow after I meet Tempura again. Stay tuned but anyway, come to see Tempura and help him get out of his shell. Home is near, Tempura.... Update(5/19/25) Tempura has definitively made progress. He is not confined 100% to his cubby anymore. He enjoys petting and purrs. He lounges in his living room and even started to play with a laser beam and a catnip toy. Play is a sign that given a patient and understanding new owner, Tempura will get to be a pet, a beloved kitty with a name and not a number in a crowd anymore in his new home.
Primary Color: Black Weight: 8.6 Age: 3yrs 7mths 2wks
My Foster Writes: Tempura is an independent spirit who loves to do his own thing! He loves to have space and quiet time during the day and play with his toys by himself at night. He's very curious and loves to explore the home. He's also a huge fan of treats! He does require a patient home as he is very shy and takes some time to warm up. While he may not be cuddly or snuggle up on your lap, he's a nice companion!
A volunteer writes: What is a little all ebony kitty to do, all alone in a kennel, in a big shelter when he comes from a house filled to the brim with other cats? That little kitty will usually stay at the back of its cubby and try to keep its head above the water until for what ever reason, a breakthrough happens. Sometimes it's sudden. At other times, it's gradual. Tempura has chosen the latter. He is not avoiding my hand anymore, leans a little and I even found him resting today in the main area of his kennel, laying on his back, his four in the air...It was a cute sight! I will not finish this bio today as I know that I will have even better news to tell tomorrow after I meet Tempura again. Stay tuned but anyway, come to see Tempura and help him get out of his shell. Home is near, Tempura.... Update(5/19/25) Tempura has definitively made progress. He is not confined 100% to his cubby anymore. He enjoys petting and purrs. He lounges in his living room and even started to play with a laser beam and a catnip toy. Play is a sign that given a patient and understanding new owner, Tempura will get to be a pet, a beloved kitty with a name and not a number in a crowd anymore in his new home.
Primary Color: Black Weight: 8.6 Age: 3yrs 7mths 2wks
Animal Care Centers of NYC encourages everyone to come to one of our three full service Care Centers when looking to adopt a pet. Beautiful dogs, cats, guinea pigs and rabbits are anxiously waiting a home to call their own. All ACC adoptions include vaccinations, a microchip, spay/neuter, one month of free pet health insurance, and a free office visit at a participating veterinarian.
Please visit our website for more information. https://nycacc.org/
Animal Care Centers of NYC encourages everyone to come to one of our three full service Care Centers when looking to adopt a pet. Beautiful dogs, cats, guinea pigs and rabbits are anxiously waiting a home to call their own. All ACC adoptions include vaccinations, a microchip, spay/neuter, one month of free pet health insurance, and a free office visit at a participating veterinarian.
Please visit our website for more information. https://nycacc.org/
Please visit our Events page for information on off-site Adoption events! https://www.nycacc.org/adoption/events/
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ACC rescues more than 20,000 animals each year. A non-profit organization, ACC is under contract with the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) to rescue, care for and find loving homes for homeless and abandoned animals. ACC is a full-service animal organization that takes in any animal in need in New York City.
ACC rescues more than 20,000 animals each year. A non-profit organization, ACC is under contract with the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) to rescue, care for and find loving homes for homeless and abandoned animals. ACC is a full-service animal organization that takes in any animal in need in New York City.
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