Critter Details

  The Cutest Orange Boy You Will Ever See! Chicken is a sweet little angel with soft purrs and big beautiful eyes. He came to foster care with weakness in his hind legs but he has been getting stronger every single day and his FAVORITE toy is the elusive red dot. He will probably never walk "normally" but, as his foster mama says, normal is for boring people and he is truly perfect! Because of his injury, he will probably always need some extra care for his tummy and his back/legs, but he takes his medications in his food like a champ! He would thrive in a quiet home with another calm kitty or two. Chicken loves being a social butterfly but would prefer a home with older kids or adults only. Chicken has a history of variable weakness and pain in his lower spine and hind legs, the cause of which has not been determined. He experienced significant improvement in comfort and mobility after a period of exercise restriction and steroid treatment, but does have a residual weakness in his hind legs which will likely be permanent. Hard play seems to mildly aggravate the symptoms, and an adopter should discuss with their veterinarian whether any activities should be avoided. Chicken could possibly benefit from a consultation with a veterinary rehabilitation specialist, to discuss whether there are any specific exercises that would be helpful in improving his strength and comfort. Age: 1-2 years How I came to PAWS: Transfer from ACCT Animal ID#: A179565 &#226&#128&#139I am not at the shelter. Please email my foster parent at courtneyboguski@gmail.com to learn more about me! _____________________________________ To adopt a cat, complete the application at phillypaws.org/catapp. To adopt a dog, complete the application at phillypaws.org/dogapp.  To adopt a small animal, complete the application at phillypaws.org/small-animal-adoption-application.           Please reference this animal's ID NUMBER when inquiring. Learn more about PAWS' adoption process, locations, and more at: phillypaws.org/adopt/info.   _______________________________________ All animals adopted from PAWS are up-to-date on age-appropriate vaccinations, spayed/neutered, and microchipped. Adoption fees are as follows, including taxes: Adult cats (6 months+) are $81. (1) Kitten (<6 months) is $135. (2) Kittens (<6 months) are $216. Puppies (<12 months) are $324. Adult Dogs (< 25lbs) are $297. Adult Dogs (25lbs+) are $162. Small animals are $27. The PAWS Adoption Center in Old City at 2nd and Arch Streets is open to walk-ins or by appointment Monday-Friday from 12 pm to 6 pm, Saturday 11 am to 6 pm, and Sunday from 11 am to 5 pm. Cats and small animals are available at this location.  PAWS also has cats available for adoption at the Petsmart at Broad St and Washington Ave by appointment. PAWS has a large network of foster homes where dogs, cats, and small animals are available for adoption. Email adoptions@phillypaws.org to learn more. PAWS, Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society, is a 501(c)3 non-profit animal rescue organization dedicated to saving Philadelphia's homeless and at-risk animals. PAWS is the city's largest rescue partner and provider of low-cost, basic veterinary care. Through our adoption locations, special events, and network of foster homes, PAWS finds loving homes for thousands of animals every year. PAWS is working to make Philadelphia a place where every healthy and treatable pet is guaranteed a home. When you adopt a pet from PAWS you truly save a life!  Please visit   www.phillypaws.org  for our full calendar of adoption events throughout the region, and for more information on adopting, fostering, volunteering, or donating.