Great Cats for Great Homes

Thistle likes being pet on the back, especially if treats are involved. However, he can be head shy and it’s best not to touch his stomach so he doesn’t mistake your hand for a toy. He is somewhat sensitive to sudden loud noises and sudden movements. Though he recovers from them fairly quickly, safe spots to hide would be appreciated.

Likewise, while he tolerates being held, he doesn’t enjoy it for long periods of time and would prefer to stay on a lap for petting and be lured by treats if he needs to go into a carrier. He loves all kinds of food and treats and sometimes bats hands to demand them. He gets along well with other felines but he may overwhelm shyer cats and needs to be homed with cats that can hold their own with him. He has lived with older children and adults. Because he is still learning gentle play, he would be best in a house with older, cat savvy children. He has not been exposed to dogs.

Thistle was rescued from a feral cat colony. Despite this rough start in life, he is now a friendly and social young cat. We don't know his exact age, but estimate he is between 4 and 8 months old. He has been neutered, and received initial veterinary care: examination, rabies vaccine, first FVCRP vaccine (he needs a booster in late November), deworming, and flea and mite treatment. He has tested negative for FIV, FeLV, and heartworm.  Thistle lives in a Sandy, OR foster home.  His adoption fee is $125.  Thistle is indoor only.

This cat is offered for adoption due to the owner's personal circumstances. For more information on meeting and adopting this kitty, please fill out a pre-adoption application under "ADOPT" on our website at WWW.CATSCRADLERESCUE.COM. Your information will be forwarded to the owner for follow-ups and meeting arrangement. 

Cat's Cradle is an all-volunteer, non-profit foster-home based rescue serving Oregon cats who need new homes. 100% of your adoption fee goes to provide for the medical and physical needs of the cats in our care. We invite you to become a foster parent and experience the great satisfaction of helping a cat or kitten in need.