Critter Details

  From Starry Nights to Red Vineyards, Van Gogh is eagerly waiting for his chance to come home and paint your Bedroom in Arles with endless strokes of orange fur! Less tortured artist and more comforting companion, Van Gogh's first impressions tend to be that of a demure but quirky man, which while still true once you do get to know each other more, aren't the whole of his being. He also enjoys a tasty meal, a good wand toy, bird watching through the window and good nap on the sofa. Because of his sensitive nature in new spaces, both with handling and his skittish nature around quick movements, Van Gogh should not be displayed in a home with any young children that could trigger his stress. But to the trusted adults in his circle…move slow, be patient, and prepare to be trapped under a purring avalanche of orange! Even with visitors he can be very friendly once he has time to get to know everybody. So if we were to try and describe him in less than a hundred words, we'd have to say Van Gogh is the finest feline of them all. His command of catnip is magnificent. He has transformed the pain of his time as a stray into ecstatic beauty. To use your adorable floofiness and soft meows to bring such joy and magnificence in our world – no cat has ever done it like him before, and perhaps no one ever will again. To our minds, this wild cat who once roamed the fields of New Jersey is not only the world's greatest orange cat, but also the greatest one who ever lived! Van Gogh has tested positive for both FeLV and FIV, and has recently started medication (including inhaler use) for suspected feline asthma. Please reach out to PAWS staff for more info! **Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV) is a virus that is specific to cats that weakens a cat’s immune system. Cats with FeLV can live normal, happy, healthy lives—but with a shorter life expectancy than cats without FeLV. At PAWS, we believe every pet deserves to live out their life in a loving home for whatever time they have. We hope you'll consider opening your home to this special kitty! For more information feel free to check out the FeLV FAQs we have available on our website!** ***FIV is specific to the feline species, and is not transmissible to dogs, humans, or any other animals. It is spread from cat to cat via mating or deep puncture bite wounds. Thankfully, all our cats are spayed or neutered so mating is no longer an option! Since FIV does not spread through casual contact like grooming, sneezing, and food/litter sharing, FIV+ cats can live with other cats that have tested negative as long as the cats get along without fighting.***   Age: ~ 2 year old How I came to PAWS: Found Stray Animal ID#: A-179454 I am in foster care and am not at the shelter. Please email adoptions@phillypaws.org to learn more about me! FeLV+ adopters are also eligible for an Amazon gift card after adoption! Our staff can let you know more during/after bringing your new pet home! _____________________________________ 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.