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My name is Chester!

Posted 1 day ago | Updated 9 hours ago

Cared for by Whiskered Away
Adoption process
1

Submit Application

2

Interview

3

Meet the Pet

4

Sign Adoption Contract

5

Pay Fee

6

Take the Pet Home

My basic info

Breed
Domestic Shorthair
Color
Orange or Red (Mostly)
Age
1 year 5 months old, Young
Sex
Male
Pet ID
Hair Length
short

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained
Checkmark in teal circle Indoor only

My personality

My story

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

Chester’s top hobbies
1. Attention/pets/lap cat
2. Food/pretending to be starving
3. Beefing with inanimate objects

Chester was trapped for TNR (trap neuter release), but the moment he realized warmth & food were involved, it was clear he was far too friendly to be sent back out into the cold. While the snow stayed outside, Chester chose the soft life and honestly, he earned it.

Chester is Mr. Personality wrapped in fur. He wants to be involved in everything at all times., it doesn’t matter what he’s in the middle of. If you’re nearby, he’s determined to be the center of attention. Photos are difficult because personal space is simply not part of his vocabulary. He’d much rather climb onto you, lean into you, or purr directly in your face.

He’s a purring machine, a snuggly lap cat, and an enthusiastic eater and doesn’t have a picky bone in his body. He also has a flair for the dramatic, occasionally offering a completely neutral, low effort hiss at inanimate objects weather they make a weird noise or just get in his clumsy way, just to keep things interesting. It’s less aggression and more commentary. Chester has opinions. Despite his flair for drama, Chester does well with feline companions and would be happy sharing his home with feline companion, but he wouldn’t mind being your one and only either!

Chester traded snowbanks for blankets and survival mode for snuggles, and he’s not looking back. He’s ready for a forever home where his big personality, constant companionship, and theatrical tendencies will be appreciated. If you’re looking for a warm winter rescue who brings equal parts affection and entertainment, Chester is your guy.
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
Contact
Address
philadelphia, PA 19143

Their adoption process

1.

Submit Application

2.

Interview

3.

Meet the Pet

4.

Sign Adoption Contract

Prepare a secure carrier (ex. hard carrier) and a valid ID.

5.

Pay Fee

6.

Take the Pet Home

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Additional adoption info

Our adoption process is to match you with the best cat for your lifestyle! You can ask us anything and we'll guild you on the process on how to best take care of your new family member

More about this rescue

Whiskered Away is a small, volunteer-run 501(c)(3) rescue based in Philadelphia. Founded in 2026 by longtime animal advocates, we focus on Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR), care for community cats, ethical rescue, and education. We started because we saw gaps in support for both animals and the people caring for them. We are small but mighty, growing intentionally, and always in need of volunteers, fosters, and donations to keep this work going.

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