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My name is Greta!

Posted over 3 weeks ago | Updated 15 hours ago

Adoption process
1

Meet the Pet

2

Submit Application

3

Approve Application

4

Sign Adoption Contract

5

Take the Pet Home

Adoption fee: $150

This helps Animal Welfare League of Arlington with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Domestic Shorthair
Color
White (Mostly)
Age
5 years 5 months old, Adult
Sex
Female
Pet ID
59913111
Hair Length
short

My story

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

Greta had a great time with her foster family over Home for the Holidays. Here`s what they had to say about her: `Greta is a socially confident kitty when it comes to other cats! She integrated with our resident cat very quickly and was comfortable sharing perches, litter boxes, and even food bowls within just a few days. She would likely do well in a home with another calm, cat-savvy feline.

With humans, Greta is on the shy side at first. She can be skittish around sudden movements or close approaches, but once she feels safe and trusts you, she shows her softer side, rolling onto her back and enjoying gentle pets on her own terms. She’s a `slow and steady` kind of girl who bonds best with patient, respectful humans.

Greta is very food-motivated and loves wet or soft food. She’s a bit picky with dry food, but treats and meals are a great way to build trust and help her feel comfortable. She’s also an observant, introverted personality who prefers to watch before joining in especially when it comes to play. While she’s not a rough-and-tumble wrestler, she enjoys calm coexistence and choosing her moments carefully.

Greta would thrive in a quieter home with cat experience, gentle routines, and someone who appreciates a cat who blossoms over time.`

If you are interested in adopting Greta, please email her foster at theimmanuelfamily@gmail.com. It may take up to 48 hours for the foster to reply, so we thank you for your patience!
Shelter

Contact info

Pet ID
59913111
Contact
Address
2650 S Arlington Mill Dr, Arlington, VA 22206

Their adoption process

1.

Meet the Pet

Visit the shelter during regular business hours. If the pet is listed as "in foster", please contact the foster at the email provided.

2.

Submit Application

If you would like to adopt after meeting the animal, the foster or staff member will give you a link to an online application.

3.

Approve Application

One of our adoptions counselors will contact you to go over the pet’s medical history, personality information, and answer any questions.

4.

Sign Adoption Contract

Finalize adoption paperwork & pay adoption fee.

5.

Take the Pet Home

Schedule a time to pick up the pet at the shelter.

Additional adoption info

We are not able to respond to all email requests. Please make sure to follow the instructions given in each pet's profile.

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

Meet our pets at 2650 S Arlington Mill Dr, Arlington VA 22206.

More about this shelter

Founded in 1944, the Animal Welfare League of Arlington provides animal adoption and community programs to the Northern Virginia and D.C. metropolitan area, as well as animal rescue and control services within Arlington County.


Vision
A humane community in which animals and people live together harmoniously.

Mission
Improving the lives of animals and people by providing resources, care, and protection.

Values & Guiding Principles
LEAD COURAGEOUSLY: We strive to be leaders in our field and community knowing that a leader pursues excellence, fosters innovation, and rises to the hardest challenges.
DO GOOD: Encourage an environment of compassion, respect, kindness, and inclusivity among staff, volunteers, clients, and the community that we serve. Suspend judgment while acknowledging and appreciating the individuality of each person and animal.
BE HONEST: Recognize the critical role we serve in the community and maintain the public’s trust through open accessibility and transparency.
EMBRACE CHANGE: Remain open-minded and adaptable to the changing landscape. We learn from our failures and work every day to improve ourselves and the organization.
WORK TOGETHER: Support each other by creating a positive, mission-driven, and team-centered culture. Above all, have fun and laugh.

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