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My basic info
Breed
Domestic Shorthair
Color
Brown or Chocolate (Mostly)
Age
8 years 9 months old, Senior
Sex
Male
Pet ID
60247540
Hair Length
short
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Meet Toto! This handsome 8-year-old tabby has been through a lot, but he’s ready for a fresh start in a loving home. Toto came to us as a stray in rough shape after suffering from severe, untreated ear infections—likely for years. These infections ruptured both eardrums and affected his balance, and he also had an inner ear polyp that was surgically removed. Thanks to medical care, Toto is feeling much better, but he now walks a little off balance and has a charming head tilt that will likely be permanent. These quirks don’t slow him down—they just make him even more unique! Toto may be prone to future ear infections, so his adopter should be diligent about monitoring for symptoms like head shaking, pawing at his ears, or discharge, and plan to clean his ears regularly. If his neurological symptoms ever worsen, further diagnostics may be needed. Any ongoing care will be the adopter’s responsibility, but Toto’s sweet nature makes him worth every bit of effort. Despite his past, Toto is an incredibly friendly guy who instantly purrs when he sees you. He loves attention and is ready to shower his new family with affection. With his beautiful tabby coat and cool markings, Toto is as stunning as he is loving. If you’re looking for a gentle, resilient cat who will steal your heart, Toto is ready to start his new chapter with you. Come meet this special boy today!
Be sure to check the `shelter information` box on the listing to see if the pet is located at our Fairfax Campus (4500 West Ox Road, Fairfax) or our Lorton Campus (8875 Lorton Road, Lorton). Then, come in during our open hours! Both of our locations are open Tuesdays and Wednesdays 12-5 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays 12-7 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays 11 a.m.-5 p.m. For more information on our adoption process, including requirements and fees, visit: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/animalshelter/adopt
Meet Toto! This handsome 8-year-old tabby has been through a lot, but he’s ready for a fresh start in a loving home. Toto came to us as a stray in rough shape after suffering from severe, untreated ear infections—likely for years. These infections ruptured both eardrums and affected his balance, and he also had an inner ear polyp that was surgically removed. Thanks to medical care, Toto is feeling much better, but he now walks a little off balance and has a charming head tilt that will likely be permanent. These quirks don’t slow him down—they just make him even more unique! Toto may be prone to future ear infections, so his adopter should be diligent about monitoring for symptoms like head shaking, pawing at his ears, or discharge, and plan to clean his ears regularly. If his neurological symptoms ever worsen, further diagnostics may be needed. Any ongoing care will be the adopter’s responsibility, but Toto’s sweet nature makes him worth every bit of effort. Despite his past, Toto is an incredibly friendly guy who instantly purrs when he sees you. He loves attention and is ready to shower his new family with affection. With his beautiful tabby coat and cool markings, Toto is as stunning as he is loving. If you’re looking for a gentle, resilient cat who will steal your heart, Toto is ready to start his new chapter with you. Come meet this special boy today!
Be sure to check the `shelter information` box on the listing to see if the pet is located at our Fairfax Campus (4500 West Ox Road, Fairfax) or our Lorton Campus (8875 Lorton Road, Lorton). Then, come in during our open hours! Both of our locations are open Tuesdays and Wednesdays 12-5 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays 12-7 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays 11 a.m.-5 p.m. For more information on our adoption process, including requirements and fees, visit: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/animalshelter/adopt
1 - Look at adoptable pets online, and when you see one you want to meet and possibly adopt, come into the shelter to visit with your prospective pet.
2 - Once at the shelter, walk through to see available pets and then visit with the one(s) you are considering adopting. A volunteer or staff member will facilitate the visit and tell you more about the pet you’re visiting.
3 - Once you decide that you would like to adopt, head to the main lobby to complete our brief adoption questionnaire and wait to speak with one of our adoption counselors to go over any questions you might have. We'll go over all of the available behavioral and medical history of the pet you want to adopt.
4 - Complete your adoption! Most pets can go home the day they are adopted, but some must be picked up one or two days later after their spay/neuter appointment.
Notes: 1) Some pets are in foster homes, and that is noted in their bio. If you are interested in a pet who is in a foster home, please email the shelter to arrange a visit. 2) Some special needs animals will be adopted on a best-fit basis, rather than the usual first-come-first-served.
1 - Look at adoptable pets online, and when you see one you want to meet and possibly adopt, come into the shelter to visit with your prospective pet.
2 - Once at the shelter, walk through to see available pets and then visit with the one(s) you are considering adopting. A volunteer or staff member will facilitate the visit and tell you more about the pet you’re visiting.
3 - Once you decide that you would like to adopt, head to the main lobby to complete our brief adoption questionnaire and wait to speak with one of our adoption counselors to go over any questions you might have. We'll go over all of the available behavioral and medical history of the pet you want to adopt.
4 - Complete your adoption! Most pets can go home the day they are adopted, but some must be picked up one or two days later after their spay/neuter appointment.
Notes: 1) Some pets are in foster homes, and that is noted in their bio. If you are interested in a pet who is in a foster home, please email the shelter to arrange a visit. 2) Some special needs animals will be adopted on a best-fit basis, rather than the usual first-come-first-served.
Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 12-5pm
Thursdays and Fridays: 12-7pm
Saturdays and Sundays: 11am-5pm
Mondays: closed
Tuesdays and Wednesdays: 12-5pm
Thursdays and Fridays: 12-7pm
Saturdays and Sundays: 11am-5pm
Mondays: closed
More about this shelter
The Fairfax County Animal Shelter is Fairfax County’s only open-access municipal shelter. We take in stray animals in need, owner surrendered companion animals when the owner is no longer willing or able to care for them, and animals who have been seized or taken into custody by Animal Protection Police. We accept all companion animals from Fairfax County who are in need of care, regardless of health, age, temperament, or history. We do not euthanize for space or length of time, and all adoptable animals are given every opportunity for a new home and family. We have an incredibly compassionate staff, and we also have vibrant and active volunteer and foster programs. We know that every animal who enters our shelter will be given the best care and shown boundless love while they are in our care, and while they wait for their forever family to adopt them. We are very proud that, since 2013, our positive release rate has been over 90% each year!
The Fairfax County Animal Shelter is Fairfax County’s only open-access municipal shelter. We take in stray animals in need, owner surrendered companion animals when the owner is no longer willing or able to care for them, and animals who have been seized or taken into custody by Animal Protection Police. We accept all companion animals from Fairfax County who are in need of care, regardless of health, age, temperament, or history. We do not euthanize for space or length of time, and all adoptable animals are given every opportunity for a new home and family. We have an incredibly compassionate staff, and we also have vibrant and active volunteer and foster programs. We know that every animal who enters our shelter will be given the best care and shown boundless love while they are in our care, and while they wait for their forever family to adopt them. We are very proud that, since 2013, our positive release rate has been over 90% each year!
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