Henry

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*** Henry is in a foster home. ***Henry #19087: beige/cream/brown tabby, short hair, neut. male, born approx. 5/1/15Cats: good solo, can coexist with a fewDogs: unknown Children: older kids likely okayBACKGROUND: When Henry’s human was facing a forced move and unable to take her beloved kitty with her, she was rebuffed by the organization she had adopted him from due to his diagnosis of hyperthyroidism. This entirely treatable medical condition—which occurs in approximately 10% of senior cats—is totally controlled by a simple medication. (Plus, he knows the drill and takes it like a champ.) She turned to The Rescue House to ask if we could help Henry.PERSONALITY: Long and lanky with intriguing fur that’s dark at the tips and light at the roots, Henry is a stone-cold stunner! This chatty kitty will talk your ears off about anything and everything (especially come mealtime) and despite approaching double digits in age is pretty lively. He gets the zoomies and is a playful fellow. Henry enjoys his adventures climbing cat trees, exploring cardboard jungles, playing with water, and trying to catch the elusive red dot of the laser pointer. His favorite spot of the moment to settle is inside a pop-up playpen that he’s made into his own personal “house”, though he still regularly chooses to join you on the bed for snuggles. Henry is a sweetie who likes to interact with his known people, and his whole face lights up when you get out a brush: the phrase “writhing in ecstasy” is appropriate as you groom Henry, and he hopes you’ll pamper him every day! Petting is most welcome as well, though he does ask you please avoid his belly and largely let him keep his paws under his own control. If you’re looking for good conversations to go with good company, Henry’s your guy.COMPATIBILITY: Henry would make an excellent solo kitty, though he can live with other mellow cats who aren’t looking for a buddy; if they let him do his own thing, he’s indifferent to their presence, though he’d rather only live with just one or two versus a clowder. We don’t know his thoughts on dogs. Gentle late elementary-aged children would likely be fine once everyone is gradually introduced; Henry does need some time to adjust to new people and places.Henry has so much more life to live! Will you give him the chance to spend it with you?

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Henry, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.