Classic Whitey

My story

Meet Classic Whitey: The Brave Boy in Need of a Loving HomeName: Classic WhiteyAge: 2 yearsBreed: Grey and White Domestic ShorthairColor: Soft Grey and WhitePersonality: Shy, Scared, Resilient, Gradually TrustingClassic Whitey is a handsome 2-year-old grey and white boy with a bit of a rough start. He spent some time being fed outside before he showed up injured with a hurt back leg. Thankfully, he was brought to us for vetting and recovery, and though he’s still a little scared, his journey toward healing and trust is well on its way.Personality & Likes:Whitey is understandably wary of people, given his past experiences, but he’s making small strides every day. He’s been with us for less than a week, and while he’s still scared, he’s slowly beginning to trust. His ideal home will be one where he can continue to take things at his own pace, with a warm bed, tasty food, and plenty of treats to reassure him that he’s safe and loved.Whitey is the kind of cat who will take time to build trust, and patience is key. He may be shy at first, but with time, reassurance, and a calm environment, his gentle side will shine through. His love for food and treats, especially, will be a great motivator for his bond with you!What Classic Whitey Needs:A quiet, patient home where he can feel safe and comfortableSomeone who understands that building trust will take time and is willing to give him the space he needsA warm, cozy bed to curl up in and plenty of tasty food and treatsA calm environment where he can heal emotionally as well as physicallyGentle reassurance and consistency from a loving human who can show him how wonderful life can beClassic Whitey is a sweet and resilient boy who just needs a little time and love to overcome his fears. He’s slowly learning to trust again, and with the right family, he’ll make a devoted and loving companion. If you’re looking for a patient, kind soul to bring into your life, Classic Whitey could be the perfect match for you!This cat is waiting for it's Forever Home! Email adoptions@ctcatconnection.org with a question or better yet, complete an application for quickest consideration. (Application: https://www.ctcatconnection.org/adoption-application/). Please consider fostering a cat or dog by applying on our website.A cat's behavior in the shelter is usually not what it will be like in your home; if the cat is nervous, anxious, or agitated, please know that a shelter is a very stressful place for a cat.Kitten Policy: It is important to understand that the socialization of kittens with other animals as playmates is important for their development. Therefore, CT Cat Connection has a policy that kittens ​and teenagers up to 12 months of age are adopted in pairs unless there is another animal in the household as a playmate and companion.Due to demand, we cannot place cats or kittens on hold. Your visit to the shelter is to meet any cat or kitten available for adoption at the time of visit.If you or anyone you know is interested in helping the shelter, we are always looking for foster families of our cats and dogs, as well as in-person volunteers, to assist with animal care. Fill out an application, which can be found at https://www.ctcatconnection.org/get-involved/

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