Pumas

To adopt this cat from Black Cat Rescue, please fill out a profile https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston All about Pumas from his foster home! How would you describe the cat's general personality? Pumas is an overall shy, 2 year old boy, but as he has gotten more comfortable, he's shown himself to be very smart, affectionate, and energetic. He's looking for someone who can give him a ton of safety and love. Does the cat enjoy being pet? Yes. If yes, on what parts of its body does the cat like to be pet? He loves head and cheek scratches. Are there any parts of its body that the cat does NOT like being touched? He doesn't seem to like belly touches, and his lower body can get overstimulated easily. Does the cat come on your lap? No, not as of yet, but as he has gotten more comfortable, he likes to cuddle next to me on the couch. Does the cat like to be held? He will tolerate it for short periods of time, but he doesn't seem to enjoy it. Does the cat sleep in your bed? Yes, sometimes. Does the cat seek your attention? Yes. When he wants some, he will rub up against your legs and meow. He has also begun headbutting for pets more often. Does the cat like to play? Yes. What are the cat's favorite games and toys? He has enjoyed a mixture of everything. From little spring toys to kickers to wands. He loves to bat at his prey before pouncing and dealing the death blow. He has also become adept at solving puzzle feeders for treats! How vocal is the cat? He is pretty quiet unless he wants your attention. What kinds of sounds does the cat make? He makes quiet little meows. Does the cat scratch a scratcher? He has scratched scratchers a couple of times, but overall, he hasn't been particularly interested in them. If no, please explain. He seems to like the fabric of the Ikea chair his favorite carrier/hiding spot much better than the cardboard scratchers. I haven't done much to redirect the behavior as of yet. Does the cat always use the litter box? Yes, with one exception. If no, please explain. A few days after his neuter surgery, he went roaming and peed on the couch, most likely out of fear and insecurity. He hasn't done it since. What food and frequency is the cat currently eating? He is fed a portion of wet food and dry food twice a day. For wet food, he eats the Sheba Cuts in Gravy, and for dry food, he eats Purina Cat Chow Indoor. He is very good at his puzzle feeder. Is the cat picky about food? Not particularly, but he doesn't seem to like pate-textured wet food. What is the cat's favorite treat? He likes Greenies, Friskies, and Tempations dry treats. Be sure to put away any bags of treats, because he will try to tear through them. Does the cat ever swat (claws in) at you? If so, under what circumstances? Yes. When he gets worked up from attention seeking, he will swat. Has the cat ever scratched (claws out) you? Yes. He went through a lot of turmoil when I first took him in (I was his second foster in four days, and then he needed to go to the vet for surgery), and during that time, he was very scared and didn't want to make friends. He is also a young guy who is still getting comfortable with playing in my home, and he has scratched out of semi-controlled zoomie behavior and also play aggression. Does the cat ever nip (teeth without breaking skin) you? Yes. He will work himself up into a frenzy rubbing up against a person and then nip out of instinct. Has the cat ever bitten you (breaking skin)? No. To the best of your knowledge, how does the cat react to new people? Social? Fearful? I am going to try to get him more comfortable with strangers, but he seems to be inclined to hide underneath the bed as soon as something new and unfamiliar enters his life, including people. Does that cat have any cute/quirky traits that aren't covered by the previous questions? When he wants pets and attention, he will hop up onto his hind legs to beg for kisses on the head. He also loves to hang out in windows and watch the world go by. He also will occasionally chase his own tail. In your opinion, what is the best thing about the cat? Why should an adopter choose THIS cat to adopt? I think Pumas is a sweet cat with a lot of potential to really blossom when he gets really comfortable and settled. He has really come out of his shell once his life gained some stability in foster, and I think he will be extremely loving and loyal to his future forever family. What are the cat's challenges and how have you found to best manage them? Pumas isn't the most confident cat, and it will take patience to earn his trust. New things are scary for him! Being able to read cat body language will also help. He also has a ton of energy that will have to be managed through play. To learn more about adopting this cat in Massachusetts, please visit www.blackcatrescue.com or fill out an Adoption Profile at https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston.