Garfield FIV+

My story

Who Doesn’t Love a Big Orange Kitty? 🧡🐾 Please put your paws together for the amazing, the adorable… Garfield! This handsome boy is now 7 years young and has plenty of love to give. Garfield’s story began as a semi-feral neighborhood wanderer, living outside for years until his foster mom trapped him and brought him to Scruffy Paws for safety. At first, he was understandably nervous—but with patience and kindness, he learned that pets and attention are far better than eating garbage and sleeping in the dirt. Trust has been a slow, steady process for Garfield, so his new family must be patient and understanding. He feels uneasy when someone towers over him and prefers being held while you’re sitting, not standing. During the adjustment period, it’s best to keep him in a smaller room without too many hiding spots so he can acclimate more easily. Garfield currently lives with his foster mom and her friendly female cats, who have helped him build his “catfidence.” Having another kind, welcoming cat in his future home would be a big plus. How to win Garfield over? One word: food. He’s a total foodie—vocal when mealtime comes, purring up a storm, and happy to accept pets while eating. To keep him healthy (he’s just over 10 lbs), we recommend measured portions—because while chunky orange cats are adorable, a fit Garfield is a happy Garfield. Garfield enjoys playtime with his foster cat sisters, relaxing on a comfy chair, and bird- or bug-watching from a sunny window. Once you’ve earned his trust, he may even let you hold him like a baby—while you’re sitting down, of course. He’ll do best in a quiet home without young children, and might be OK with a calm, respectful dog. Garfield is also FIV+, but don’t let that scare you—FIV is manageable, and cats with it can live long, happy lives with proper care. Garfield is still a work in progress, but for the right person, he’ll be a loyal, loving companion who’s worth every bit of patience. Could he be your next best friend? 🧡 https://resources.bestfriends.org/article/fiv-cats-faqs-feline-immunodeficiency-virus Please be sure to read a cat's full bio before applying! We do our best to keep bios updated as we learn more about each cat or as circumstances change. The bio is the best place to find the most current and important information about their needs, personality, and ideal home. Thank you for your interest in adopting from Scruffy Paws Animal Rescue! If this post is still up, we are still accepting applications for this cat(s)/kitten(s). There's no need to email us about availability, just submit an application if you're interested! For more information about our adoption process, please visit our website: https://scruffypawsanimalrescue.org/about-adoption/ All adoption fees include: - Spay/neuter surgery Adoption Process - Microchip - Rabies and distemper vaccinations - Proof of FIV/feline leukemia testing - Flea treatment & deworming - A veterinary exam Please Note: Scruffy Paws operates by appointment only and is not open to the public. Many of our cats and kittens are in foster homes, so for the safety of our fosters and adopters, an approved adoption application is required before scheduling a meet-and-greet. Ready to apply? Submit an adoption application on our website here: https://form.jotform.com/250234822801145

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