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My name is Otis!

Posted over 4 weeks ago | Updated 2 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
Adult
Sex
Male
Pet ID
242794
Hair Length

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

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

Meet Otis!

Otis came to ACC after his owner sadly passed away, and he's been adjusting to all the sudden changes in his world. Despite feeling unsure, he's shown a gentle, tolerant nature - allowing handling, leaning in for pets once he feels safe, and slowly exploring his surroundings. Otis is a sensitive, soft-spoken cat who just needs a quiet moment and a calm presence to let his sweetness show.



My foster writes:
Otis is very friendly once familiar with the person. He is very talkative and active cat! He love to follow people around. He is suitable in a home that someone can be with him for long extended periods of time and a lot of playtime and stimulation.

My Ideal Home

Otis will thrive in a patient, cat-experienced home where introductions are slow and predictable. He may start out timid, but with consistency and gentle encouragement, he warms up and accepts affection beautifully. Offering him cozy hiding spots and time to decompress will help him settle into a new routine and feel secure.



Good with Kids?

Older, respectful children may be okay, but Otis is easily startled and would do best in a calm home. Young children may overwhelm him.



Good with Other Pets?

His history with other pets is unknown. Based on his shy, gentle nature, he may do best as the only cat or with a calm, well-mannered feline companion introduced very slowly.



Overall Health

Otis is generally healthy. He is being treated for ear mites and has a healed corneal scar in one eye that does not require intervention. Otherwise, he is stable and doing well in care.



Behavior Determination

Experienced Adopters Preferred - Level 2. Otis tolerates petting and handling but is nervous with sudden movements and will need time to build trust. Adopters should be comfortable supporting a shy cat during his adjustment period.



Other Fun Facts

Otis has a quiet, observant personality and enjoys gentle head rubs once he feels safe. He gives little "thank you tail lifts" as he warms up, and his sweet, thoughtful nature shines through during calm one-on-one interactions. With patience, he'll become a loyal, comforting presence in his new home.


Primary Color: White
Secondary Color: Black
Weight: 11.9
Age: 3yrs 1mths 3wks
Shelter

Contact info

Pet ID
242794
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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