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My name is Meadow!

Posted 1 month ago | Updated 3 days ago

Adoption process
1

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

2

Submit Application

3

Sign Adoption Contract

Adoption fee: $75

This helps Animal Care Centers of NYC | Queens with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Domestic Shorthair
Color
Age
Senior
Sex
Male
Pet ID
242682
Hair Length

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Meet Meadow!

Meadow was picked up from a Brooklyn stoop after concerned neighbors reported he was vomiting and not himself. Even while feeling awful, he still allowed gentle pets and handling. Now that he's been treated and is feeling more stable, Meadow spends much of his time tucked into his den, watching the world with wide, thoughtful eyes. He's a shy, sensitive senior who's been through a scare and is quietly waiting for a calm, safe place to land.



My Ideal Home

Meadow will do best in a quiet, predictable home with experienced cat adopters who understand that some cats need extra time to feel secure. He's more of a "watch from the doorway" cat than a social butterfly. A patient person who can offer cozy hiding spots, soft bedding, and a gentle routine will help him relax. Let him set the pace and celebrate the small wins-a slow blink, a tiny head bump, or a brave step out of his den.



Good with Kids?

No young children. Meadow is timid and easily overwhelmed. A home with adults only, or calm, respectful teens who can give him space and move slowly around him, is the best fit.



Good with Other Pets?

It's unknown if Meadow has lived with other animals. Given his fearful, reserved nature, he may do best as the only pet. If joining a home with other animals, he'll need very slow, structured introductions and plenty of vertical space and hiding spots so he never feels cornered or pressured.



Overall Health

Meadow arrived very ill, with severe dehydration, blood in his urine, and labwork suggesting liver strain. He received fluids, antibiotics, and supportive care, and follow-up bloodwork shows these values have improved and stabilized. He has also received vaccines and parasite prevention. As a senior cat, he'll benefit from regular vet checks and continued monitoring of his urinary and liver health to keep him comfortable long-term.



Behavior Determination

Level 3 - Meadow tolerates gentle petting but is fearful and stressed in the shelter. He's looking for an experienced adopter in a calm, adult household (or with older teens) who can move slowly, respect his boundaries, and give him time to show his true personality at his own speed.



Other Fun Facts

• Even when sick on the stoop, he allowed gentle petting and handling

• Quiet, observant, and happiest when he has a safe den to retreat to

• Leans in to sniff tools and tolerates soft head pets once he feels secure

Primary Color: Brown Tabby
Secondary Color: White
Weight: 9.25
Age: 8yrs 1mths 1wks
Shelter

Contact info

Pet ID
242682
Contact
Phone
Address
19-06 Flushing Avenue, Ridgewood, NY 11385

Their adoption process

1.

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

2.

Submit Application

3.

Sign Adoption Contract

Additional adoption info

Adoption counselors and volunteers will be on-site to guide you through every step of the adoption process. The adoption process includes filling out an application, having a counseling session, and interacting with the animal you are interested in adopting.

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

Manhattan Animal Care Center
326 East 110th Street (between 1st and 2nd Aves.)
New York, NY 10029

**NEW**Queens Animal Care Center
1906 Flushing Ave, Ridgewood, NY 11385

Staten Island Animal Care Center
3139 Veterans Road West
Staten Island, NY 10309

Adoption Hours: Please check our website for updated adoption hours https://www.nycacc.org/locations-and-hours/

Please visit our Events page for information on off-site Adoption events! https://www.nycacc.org/adoption/events/

More about this shelter

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/

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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