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My name is Celery!

Posted over 3 weeks ago | Updated 6 days ago

Adoption fee: $100

This helps Great Plains SPCA - Merriam Campus with pet care costs.

My basic info

Breed
Domestic Shorthair
Color
Black (All)
Age
Adult
Sex
Female
Pet ID
57484362
Hair Length

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered

My story

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

Hi, Im Celery. Im a gentle, shy girl with a soft heart and a lot of feelings. I might take a little time to warm up, but once I trust you, I love being around you. Ill happily tell you all about my day, follow you around for attention, and lean in for pets-as long as youre respectful of my space. I adore being loved, but I also appreciate having cozy corners where I can nap, think deep cat thoughts, and watch the world go by through a window.<br/><br/>Im not a fan of other animals, so Id really prefer to be your one and only. Life as a single cat suits me perfectly.<br/><br/>My favorite games are simple but magical: chasing the shadows your hands make on the wall or darting after a laser pointer. Ill also chitter at birds from the window like Im giving a tiny nature documentary. And if you talk to me, Ill talk right back-I love having morning conversations with my humans. Once you greet me and give me a little attention, my meowing settles down and Im content.<br/><br/>I do have a few quirks. I love hanging out in the bathtub for no reason at all. I need a good scratching post, love my exercise routine. And if you pet me too hard or get too close too fast, I might hiss to let you know I need a moment. I promise Im not trying to be rude-I just need time and gentle energy to feel safe.<br/><br/>If youre patient, kind, and willing to let me bloom at my own pace, Ill be the sweetest companion you could ask for.
Shelter

Contact info

Pet ID
57484362
Contact
Address
5424 Antioch Drive, Merriam, KS 66202

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

Hours:
Monday - Tuesday (by appointment only) | 11 am - 6 pm
Wednesday - Friday | 12 pm - 7 pm
Saturday - Sunday | 11am - 7pm

Please note that we operate by first come, first serve along with adoption approval. Wait times may vary depending on the time of week and day.

We are reserving Mondays and Tuesdays for appointments for members of the public who are immunocompromised or are still uncomfortable being in large crowds due to COVID-19.

If you have any questions about our adoptable pets, please call (913) 831-7722 or email adoptions@greatplainsspca.org. Our expert matchmakers look forward to finding you the perfect furry family member!

Adoption Requirements:
- Adopter must be 18 years of age or older.
- Adopters must complete a survey and present photo identification to meet any of our animals.
- For the safety and health of our animals, we do not ship pets.
- Pet adoption fees range from $60 to $350. Our adoption fees help to offset the cost of evaluation, housing, feeding and medical care for the thousands of animals needing our help. We do our best to keep our adoption prices reasonable while generating income to support our goal of caring for animals available for adoption until we can place them in a loving home. The adoption fee for each animal varies and is dependent on many factors including: age, size, behavior, medical condition, and public demand.

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

We are open for adoptions, no appointment necessary, Wednesdays through Sundays from 12-7PM. On Monday and Tuesday, we are available for adoptions by appointment only.

-We recommend (and in some cases require) that all members of the household meet the pet prior to adoption.
-Great Plains SPCA runs background checks on adopters and adults in the home over 18.
-Great Plains SPCA requires all visitors to wear masks that cover the nose and mouth at all times while inside our buildings. Disposable masks are available upon request.

If you have any questions about our adoptable pets, please call (913) 831-7722 or email adoptions@greatplainsspca.org. Our expert matchmakers look forward to finding you the perfect furry family member!

Adoption Requirements:
- Adopter must be 18 years of age or older.
- For the safety and health of our animals, we do not ship pets.
- Pet adoption fees range from $60 to $350. Our adoption fees help to offset the cost of evaluation, housing, feeding and medical care for the thousands of animals needing our help. We do our best to keep our adoption prices reasonable while generating income to support our goal of caring for animals available for adoption until we can place them in a loving home. The adoption fee for each animal varies and is dependent on many factors including: age, size, behavior, medical condition, and public demand.

More about this shelter

Great Plains SPCA is one of the largest animal shelters in Kansas City, serving nearly 4,000 pets annually through adoption, education, and community outreach programs. As an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit, our lifesaving services for animals can only be provided because of your generosity and commitment to our mission. Great Plains SPCA exists solely because of our caring Kansas City community and gracious donors.

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