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My name is Princessa-In Foster!

Posted 3 days ago | Updated 3 days ago

Adoption process
1

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

2

Meet the Pet

3

Sign Adoption Contract

4

Pay Fee

5

Take the Pet Home

Adoption fee: $299

This helps Dakin Humane Society with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Domestic Shorthair
Color
Brown Tabby
Age
4 years 2 months old, Adult
Sex
Female
Pet ID
76893
Hair Length

My story

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

Princess has been in foster care tending to her kittens, but the kids have moved on and it's time for her to have some "me" time! This little lady has great house manners and is easy as pie to take care of. She is quiet, laid back, affectionate, loves a good cuddle and will purr with delight when you pet her. Princess lived with another cat in her previous life, so she might do well with a feline friend. She would be perfect for any family, including those with kind children who know how to treat this little treasure. When visitors come to call, she prefers to meet with them on her own turf. It's not a power play. She's just more comfortable when she has the home advantage. Princess can be spooked by loud noises and may also need some time to settle in. She was afraid when she first went into foster care and tried hiding anywhere she could fit, including the washing machine. Thankfully it was off, and she came away suds free. If she disappears when you get her home, you can always call the Maytag man. But really, Princess is a joy to have and once she settles in will be your next best friend.

Change is hard for this cat. This cat will be very nervous when you first bring them home. You will need to set up a room with a litter box, food, and water. It will take days for this cat to become comfortable and confident in the new home. This cat will be going home with a behavior plan that will need to be followed in order for everyone to transition successfully.


Ready to Adopt?

You have two options:

#1- VISIT IN PERSON
Come during our open adoption hours: Tuesday - Saturday,12:30 - 3:00pm. You’ll be able to meet available cats in the shelter.
(Cats in foster care are not available for in-person visits.)

#2- ADOPT REMOTELY OR PLACE A 24-HOUR HOLD**
If you’re ready to adopt without meeting the cat first, or you’d like to place a non-refundable $25 hold to reserve a cat for 24 hours, just call or email us: (413) 781-4000 x 1 springfield@dakinhumane.org. We are often helping other clients when you call, but we return voicemails and emails within 24 hours.

**Holds are not available on Saturdays and during adoption events.
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All cat adoption fees include;
-spay/neuter
-rabies vaccine
-current distemper vaccines (may need additional boosters with your veterinarian)
-FeLV/FIV blood test
-microchip implanted & registered to the adopter
-treatment of fleas/ticks/ear mites
-veterinary exam and health certificate at Dakin
-free vet exam within 30 days after adoption with participating veterinarians
Most pets have also received other medical care while with us. Your veterinarian may recommend additional health care for your new pet.



Shelter

Contact info

Pet ID
76893
Contact
visit us Tues-Sat 12:30-3
Email
Address
171 Union St, Springfield, MA 01105

Their adoption process

1.

Visit the Facility and Find a Pet

Either visit in person, or apply on our website!

2.

Meet the Pet

3.

Sign Adoption Contract

4.

Pay Fee

5.

Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

The fastest way to adopt is to visit us Tuesday-Saturday from 12:30-3!
You can also call us at 413-781-4000 x 1 and leave a message. Due to high call volume, it may take 48 hours to return your call.

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

Meet our pets at 171 Union Street, Springfield, MA. We're open 12:30-3 Tuesday-Saturday, no appointment needed!

If the pet you are interested in is listed as being in foster care, they are not available to visit at the shelter; call us at 413-781-4000. Due to high call volume, it may take up to 48 hours to receive a return call.

More about this shelter

Dakin Humane Society is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, and spay/neuter services to more than 20,000 animals each year.

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