James
- Domestic Short Hair
- 3 years 10 months
- Male
- Admitted December 2024
- Ref: 099469
Support and Health
Do I have any medical conditions?
James has historic/reoccurring medical concerns, namely cat flu and diarrhoea, that will require consideration before this pet is rehomed. Our rehoming team will be able to give you further information if you apply to rehome this pet and you are a successful match. We would also advise that any medical concern, be that historic or ongoing, is discussed with your own vet prior to any book out appointment.
Who I can live with
Can I live with dogs?
Can I live with cats?
Can I live with small pets?
Additional information
Small animals are fine if securely housed. James would prefer not to live with any cats as this is too stressful for him. He has never lived with a dog before but might be okay with a calm cat-friendly one with careful introductions. He would prefer a dog that will leave him be.
Family and environment
What kind of family am I looking for?
The family set up for James would depend on the type of home he goes to. If he is rehomed as a farm/stable cat he can live with any age children as he would likely stay away from them and have plenty of places to hide and feel safe.
If James is rehomed as a pet cat living in the house we are recommending children of 13yrs and over as he will need calm and quiet to settle in to his new home. Generally he is an independent cat who doesn’t want to be handled much, if at all.
Ideally it would help if everyone in the home have experience with a nervous/independent cat. It is best to allow James to initiate any physical contact once he’s ready.
What type of environment would suit me?
James was originally a stray before being taken in by his previous owner and so may have some road-sense.
As James can find being around people overwhelming, he may benefit from a stable/farm home where he has shelter and can choose if and when he interacts with people.
About James
James came to us as he no longer fit into his home. He finds things quite stressful and needs to have his boundaries respected. James is finding life quite overwhelming at the moment and may hiss or grumble to express his nervousness. James isn’t a very physically affectionate cat and enjoys his own space. However, he is very enthusiastic about FOOD! The key to his heart is most definitely through his stomach! James is searching for a home where he can have his independence and take all the time he needs to feel ready to interact.
As James can find being around people daunting, we would consider rehoming him to a farm or stable type environment. He would need somewhere to such as a stable or barn as his base to shelter and hide and be provided with food.
Things to note
It would be worth carrier training him to make trips to the vets less stressful.
Due to his nervous disposition it will not be possible to meet James prior to rehoming. Videos and photographs will be available to give you the opportunity to view the cat’s behaviour in a familiar setting and help you make a decision.
Interested in adopting me?
Ready to get started? We always start with our pets’ individual needs, which is why we need to find out a bit more about you first.