Adopt Chik-Fil-A (“Fil”) – your future professional food critic and playtime champion!
Looking for a cat with personality, energy, and a hilarious streak? Meet Chik-Fil-A, lovingly known as Fil, a big ball of fun who will keep you entertained every single day. His estimated birthday is 1/27/2024.
Fil truly enjoys the company of people, whether he knows you well or just met you. He loves men and women equally and will happily approach to say hello. While he’s not a traditional lap cat, he absolutely wants to be part of the action. He prefers to hang out nearby, nuzzle your closed hand for attention, and soak up chin scritches (his favorite!). He does best with affection on his terms.
Fil doesn’t love being picked up or heavily handled, but he does love being included. He’s the kind of cat who wants to be in the same room, observing and participating in daily life. Since entering foster care, he has settled in beautifully. He used to run from movement, but now he’s much more comfortable when people walk around him. He’ll even come when called in the morning to greet his humans, which is a very sweet way to start the day. He can be hesitant with new rooms and spaces and is a bit sensitive to sudden movements or loud noises, so he may take a little time to fully warm up in a new home. Once he does, his playful and silly personality really shines.
Fil lives for playtime. He loves batting around small mouse toys and will often initiate play on his own. Feather wand toys are another favorite, and he’s happy to entertain himself when they’re set up for him. Crinkly packing paper is pure joy in his world and becomes his personal “forest” to frolic in. When he’s feeling especially playful, he may swat at your feet as you walk by. And when everyone is relaxing, he has the cutest habit of stretching out dramatically on the floor and rolling from side to side on his back the moment you give him attention, as if to say, “Yes, I am adorable. Thank you for noticing.”
He is extremely food-motivated and always excited for mealtime. Churu treats are his absolute favorite, and even the possibility of getting one will have him running over. If enthusiasm were a sport, Fil would be a champion eater.
Fil has not yet been exposed to other cats or dogs. He has had limited exposure to children and may be slower to warm up with young kids due to his sensitivity to quick movements and loud noises, but older, respectful children would likely be just fine.
Because of his energy and love for attention, he would thrive in a home where people are present during the day to engage with him, play with him, and maybe even give him a lunchtime snack. Like many young, playful cats, he benefits from interactive play, especially before bedtime, to help burn off extra energy.
Fil is not a couch potato; he’s a lively, curious, people-oriented companion who will bring laughter, movement, and personality into your home. If you’re looking for an interactive cat who wants to be your sidekick and part of the family, Chik-Fil-A might just be your perfect match.
Apply to adopt today: sayvanimals.org/adopt
(PLEASE NOTE: Despite what PetFinder, AdoptAPet and other aggregation software systems state - the first step is to submit an application via the link above, NOT send a message through their platforms. Thank you!)
Adopt Chik-Fil-A (“Fil”) – your future professional food critic and playtime champion!
Looking for a cat with personality, energy, and a hilarious streak? Meet Chik-Fil-A, lovingly known as Fil, a big ball of fun who will keep you entertained every single day. His estimated birthday is 1/27/2024.
Fil truly enjoys the company of people, whether he knows you well or just met you. He loves men and women equally and will happily approach to say hello. While he’s not a traditional lap cat, he absolutely wants to be part of the action. He prefers to hang out nearby, nuzzle your closed hand for attention, and soak up chin scritches (his favorite!). He does best with affection on his terms.
Fil doesn’t love being picked up or heavily handled, but he does love being included. He’s the kind of cat who wants to be in the same room, observing and participating in daily life. Since entering foster care, he has settled in beautifully. He used to run from movement, but now he’s much more comfortable when people walk around him. He’ll even come when called in the morning to greet his humans, which is a very sweet way to start the day. He can be hesitant with new rooms and spaces and is a bit sensitive to sudden movements or loud noises, so he may take a little time to fully warm up in a new home. Once he does, his playful and silly personality really shines.
Fil lives for playtime. He loves batting around small mouse toys and will often initiate play on his own. Feather wand toys are another favorite, and he’s happy to entertain himself when they’re set up for him. Crinkly packing paper is pure joy in his world and becomes his personal “forest” to frolic in. When he’s feeling especially playful, he may swat at your feet as you walk by. And when everyone is relaxing, he has the cutest habit of stretching out dramatically on the floor and rolling from side to side on his back the moment you give him attention, as if to say, “Yes, I am adorable. Thank you for noticing.”
He is extremely food-motivated and always excited for mealtime. Churu treats are his absolute favorite, and even the possibility of getting one will have him running over. If enthusiasm were a sport, Fil would be a champion eater.
Fil has not yet been exposed to other cats or dogs. He has had limited exposure to children and may be slower to warm up with young kids due to his sensitivity to quick movements and loud noises, but older, respectful children would likely be just fine.
Because of his energy and love for attention, he would thrive in a home where people are present during the day to engage with him, play with him, and maybe even give him a lunchtime snack. Like many young, playful cats, he benefits from interactive play, especially before bedtime, to help burn off extra energy.
Fil is not a couch potato; he’s a lively, curious, people-oriented companion who will bring laughter, movement, and personality into your home. If you’re looking for an interactive cat who wants to be your sidekick and part of the family, Chik-Fil-A might just be your perfect match.
Apply to adopt today: sayvanimals.org/adopt
(PLEASE NOTE: Despite what PetFinder, AdoptAPet and other aggregation software systems state - the first step is to submit an application via the link above, NOT send a message through their platforms. Thank you!)
The first step is to submit an application: sayvanimals.org/adopt
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Interview
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Approve Application
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Meet the Pet
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Pay Fee
Additional adoption info
We do not have a brick-and-mortar location. All animals are in foster homes so meeting them isn’t possible until you have an approved application, UNLESS you are interested in visiting cats at PetSmart in Geneva, IL. The first step is to submit an application and if we think that you're a good fit, we will be in touch!
We do not have a brick-and-mortar location. All animals are in foster homes so meeting them isn’t possible until you have an approved application, UNLESS you are interested in visiting cats at PetSmart in Geneva, IL. The first step is to submit an application and if we think that you're a good fit, we will be in touch!
We do not have a brick-and-mortar location. All animals are in foster homes so meeting them isn’t possible until you have an approved application, UNLESS you are interested in visiting cats at PetSmart in Geneva, IL.
We do not have a brick-and-mortar location. All animals are in foster homes so meeting them isn’t possible until you have an approved application, UNLESS you are interested in visiting cats at PetSmart in Geneva, IL.
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SAYv Animal Organization (pronounced "save") is an animal welfare organization focused on supporting, creating and executing life-SAYving solutions for homeless animals.
SAYv is 100% foster-based and volunteer-run.
SAYv Animal Organization (pronounced "save") is an animal welfare organization focused on supporting, creating and executing life-SAYving solutions for homeless animals.
SAYv is 100% foster-based and volunteer-run.
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