Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids,
Not good with cats,
Story
Pumpkin is the sweetest boy. Friendly, social, loves everyone, affectionate and snuggly. He wants to be near you, or following you around to watch what you're doing and just feel like he's part of things, a helpful companion. He likes lounging in the window, playing with his toys, but most of all he loves to be pet, held, hugged, doted on and feel loved. He will accept every bit, gently rubbing his cheek against yours, or laying his head on your chest. He is a precious, and very special cat.
We still can't believe a great cat like this went ignored for so long. He lived on a porch and yard under a tree for at least a couple years or more. He was given random meals, but no one he could count on to make sure his daily needs were met or that he had a safe place.
He never gave up on people, following the residents to their front doors begging to come in. Day after day, doors were closed in his face while he struggled, forgotten and forlorn, like he didn't even matter. We suspect he was abandoned from that home and never left the property, not understanding why he could no longer come in a house that was once his.
We learned about him from a weekend visitor, and we went looking for him. There he was! Sleeping on the porch, right where they said he would be. It was 90 degrees out. Nearby, was a bowl of crusty old food, same one from a few days prior when we came looking. I walked up the porch with my carrier, set it down, opened it up. I worried a little when he didn't seem to wake or notice me. I said softly , "Hey kitty, you wanna come with me?" He stood up and came toward me, so I picked him up and set him in.
We learned that he was severely anemic, barely alive. The ER was unable to diagnose why, and recommended we just put him to sleep. We were shocked! He was in great spirits, did not seem suffering, and was full of love.
So we held out for a second opinion and our amazing vet was able to diagnose something completely curable. He began a heavy antibiotic for 8 weeks and made a full recovery. Transformed from tired, defeated, and withering (with a death sentence, to boot!) ...into a vibrant, healthy, handsome cat with a fresh start. He is so appreciative and such a joy to have around. To think... a hasty decision, and he would not be here today, ready to bless someone special with his clean bill of health and new lease on life.
He can't wait to finally have a real home of his own. He needs to be the only pet and will thrive with someone who needs a good, loyal buddy.
Fully vetted, perfect with litter box, polite, gentle, and very personable.
