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My basic info
Breed
Domestic Mediumhair
Color
Orange or Red
Age
4 years 6 months old, Adult
Sex
Male
Pet ID
180185
Hair Length
–
My details
Spayed / Neutered
My story
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Here's what the humans have to say about me:
Oscar is a free-spirited cat who enjoys a good chase to capture his prey- or even just a fun toy! He is as fast as the wind and eager to prove it to any fly, squirrel, and mouse toy alike. He is smart and will be the first one to run to the door to greet you or your guests as people come in. He is very clean and litterbox trained, having no accidents. Despite his FeLV+ diagnosis, and aside from the occasional once-a-week cough, Oscar does not require daily medical care and will love to have a home filled with toys, companionship and snacks!
Given his health and history, Oscar would do best in a child-free, pet-free home. He's a lovely guy but he is not above letting you know when he's had enough pets or attention with a little love-nibble or a bop of his paw. He otherwise is a friendly, playful, and hilarious little orange ball of fluff!
Our boy Oscar is indeed a special guy. He is considered a hospice kitty due to a combination of suspected IBD and an undetermined heart issue that causes him to cough. Because of his FeLV and PAWS's limited resources, we are not able to get a cardio workup done for Oscar, to better determine what heart condition(s) he has and how best to potentially treat them. We are instead opting for a palliative care approach-- we monitor his symptoms in foster care (which are presently very minimal- he seems pretty happy at this time!) and will try to keep him as comfortable as possible if any signs of discomfort appear or increase. We don't want to put undue stress on his body with invasive procedures, and are focusing on letting him live out whatever remaining time he has in a calm, quiet, comfortable space. For more information, please chat with a PAWS staff member!
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This cat has tested positive for Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV), which is specific to the felines and is not transmissible to dogs, humans, or any other animals. Cats with FeLV can live normal, happy, healthy lives—but it weakens the immune system, causing a shorter life expectancy than cats without FeLV. At PAWS, we believe every pet deserves to live out their life in a loving home for whatever time they have. We hope you'll consider opening your home to this special kitty! FeLV can spread to other cats, so they should live in a cat-free home or with other FeLV+ cats. Our staff will be happy to tell you more about FeLV, and you can learn more about FeLV here: phillypaws.org/felv
FeLV+ adopters are also eligible for an Amazon gift card after adoption and this cat's adoption fee is waived.
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This cat is currently located in a PAWS foster home. Please email their foster parent at littleangelslastdays@gmail.com to learn more about them! In order to meet with any cats in foster care, you will need to have a fully processed and approved application first. To get the adoption process started, please submit an adoption application online at phillypaws.org/catapp.
If you have any questions for our adoption team, feel free to email adoptions@phillypaws.org or call 215-238-9901 ext.30.
Oscar is a free-spirited cat who enjoys a good chase to capture his prey- or even just a fun toy! He is as fast as the wind and eager to prove it to any fly, squirrel, and mouse toy alike. He is smart and will be the first one to run to the door to greet you or your guests as people come in. He is very clean and litterbox trained, having no accidents. Despite his FeLV+ diagnosis, and aside from the occasional once-a-week cough, Oscar does not require daily medical care and will love to have a home filled with toys, companionship and snacks!
Given his health and history, Oscar would do best in a child-free, pet-free home. He's a lovely guy but he is not above letting you know when he's had enough pets or attention with a little love-nibble or a bop of his paw. He otherwise is a friendly, playful, and hilarious little orange ball of fluff!
Our boy Oscar is indeed a special guy. He is considered a hospice kitty due to a combination of suspected IBD and an undetermined heart issue that causes him to cough. Because of his FeLV and PAWS's limited resources, we are not able to get a cardio workup done for Oscar, to better determine what heart condition(s) he has and how best to potentially treat them. We are instead opting for a palliative care approach-- we monitor his symptoms in foster care (which are presently very minimal- he seems pretty happy at this time!) and will try to keep him as comfortable as possible if any signs of discomfort appear or increase. We don't want to put undue stress on his body with invasive procedures, and are focusing on letting him live out whatever remaining time he has in a calm, quiet, comfortable space. For more information, please chat with a PAWS staff member!
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This cat has tested positive for Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV), which is specific to the felines and is not transmissible to dogs, humans, or any other animals. Cats with FeLV can live normal, happy, healthy lives—but it weakens the immune system, causing a shorter life expectancy than cats without FeLV. At PAWS, we believe every pet deserves to live out their life in a loving home for whatever time they have. We hope you'll consider opening your home to this special kitty! FeLV can spread to other cats, so they should live in a cat-free home or with other FeLV+ cats. Our staff will be happy to tell you more about FeLV, and you can learn more about FeLV here: phillypaws.org/felv
FeLV+ adopters are also eligible for an Amazon gift card after adoption and this cat's adoption fee is waived.
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This cat is currently located in a PAWS foster home. Please email their foster parent at littleangelslastdays@gmail.com to learn more about them! In order to meet with any cats in foster care, you will need to have a fully processed and approved application first. To get the adoption process started, please submit an adoption application online at phillypaws.org/catapp.
If you have any questions for our adoption team, feel free to email adoptions@phillypaws.org or call 215-238-9901 ext.30.
To adopt a dog, complete the application at phillypaws.org/dogapp.
To adopt a cat, complete the application at phillypaws.org/catapp
Additional adoption info
Adoption fees are as follows (plus tax):
Cat (6 months of age and older): $60
Kitten (under 6 months): $100
Kitten pair (under 6 months): $150
Small dog (under 25 lbs): $250
Puppy (under 1 year of age): $250
Large adult dog (older than 1 year): $150
All PAWS animals are spayed/neutered, microchipped, given age-appropriate vaccinations, dewormed, and treated for fleas.
For more information on PAWS' adoption process, visit https://phillypaws.org/adopt/info.
Adoption fees are as follows (plus tax):
Cat (6 months of age and older): $60
Kitten (under 6 months): $100
Kitten pair (under 6 months): $150
Small dog (under 25 lbs): $250
Puppy (under 1 year of age): $250
Large adult dog (older than 1 year): $150
All PAWS animals are spayed/neutered, microchipped, given age-appropriate vaccinations, dewormed, and treated for fleas.
For more information on PAWS' adoption process, visit https://phillypaws.org/adopt/info.
Cats and dogs are available every day of the week at these PAWS locations:
PAWS Old City Adoption Center
100 N. 2nd Street (at Arch), Philadelphia, PA 19106
Ph: 215-238-9901
M-F 12-7, Sat 11-7, Sun 11-6
PAWS Northeast Adoption Center
1810 Grant Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19115
Ph: 215-545-9600
M-F 12-7, Sat 11-7, Sun 11-6
Plus, visit these satellite adoption locations (cats only):
Kawaii Kitty Cafe (759 S. 4th Street)
PetSmart in South Philadelphia (2360 Oregon Avenue; M-F 6-8pm; Sat/Sun: 11-3)
Petsmart at Broad Street and Washington Avenue (M-F 6-8pm; Sat/Sun: 11-3)
See our calendar of adoption events: http://www.phillypaws.org/events.
Cats and dogs are available every day of the week at these PAWS locations:
PAWS Old City Adoption Center
100 N. 2nd Street (at Arch), Philadelphia, PA 19106
Ph: 215-238-9901
M-F 12-7, Sat 11-7, Sun 11-6
PAWS Northeast Adoption Center
1810 Grant Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19115
Ph: 215-545-9600
M-F 12-7, Sat 11-7, Sun 11-6
Plus, visit these satellite adoption locations (cats only):
Kawaii Kitty Cafe (759 S. 4th Street)
PetSmart in South Philadelphia (2360 Oregon Avenue; M-F 6-8pm; Sat/Sun: 11-3)
Petsmart at Broad Street and Washington Avenue (M-F 6-8pm; Sat/Sun: 11-3)
See our calendar of adoption events: http://www.phillypaws.org/events.
More about this shelter
PAWS is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to saving Philadelphia’s homeless and at-risk animals. PAWS is the city’s largest rescue partner and provider of low-cost, basic veterinary care for pet owners and rescue organizations that cannot otherwise access or afford it. Through its three no-kill shelters, foster care network, and special events, PAWS finds loving homes for thousands of animals each year. PAWS is working to make Philadelphia a no-kill city where every healthy and treatable pet is guaranteed a home.
PAWS is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to saving Philadelphia’s homeless and at-risk animals. PAWS is the city’s largest rescue partner and provider of low-cost, basic veterinary care for pet owners and rescue organizations that cannot otherwise access or afford it. Through its three no-kill shelters, foster care network, and special events, PAWS finds loving homes for thousands of animals each year. PAWS is working to make Philadelphia a no-kill city where every healthy and treatable pet is guaranteed a home.
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