Nick Cave

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3-7 years|Domestic Short Hair|Male|Medium|Memphis, TN

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Nick Cave

Available

3-7 years|Domestic Short Hair|Male|Medium|Memphis, TN

🐾 Friendly😽 Loves Kisses🤗 Affectionate🎉 Social😌 Calm

About Nick Cave

Donny is a sweet boy who has spent his whole life in the company of many other cats. He would likely do best in a home with other animals.

About Domestic Short Hair Cats

Domestic Short Hairs are the most common cats found in shelters and are not a specific breed but rather a wonderfully diverse mix of feline genetics. Each one is unique, with their own blend of colors, patterns, and temperaments. They're adaptable, low-maintenance, and full of character.

Adopting a Domestic Short Hair means giving a home to a cat who truly needs one. These cats are the backbone of shelter populations and make endlessly rewarding companions. Their easy-care short coats and adaptable natures make them ideal for first-time and experienced cat owners alike.

Temperament

AdaptableFriendlyIndependentVaried

Size

Medium (8-12 lbs)

Exercise

Moderate

Good With

Kids, Dogs, Cats

Lifespan

12-20 years

Health notes: Generally healthy due to genetic diversity. Regular vet visits, dental care, and maintaining a healthy weight are the main health priorities.

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Adopting in Memphis, TN

Memphis has a warm Southern spirit and a community that rallies around its shelter animals. Local rescues and shelters are working to find loving homes for pets across the greater Memphis area.

With Shelby Farms Park - one of the largest urban parks in the country at 4,500 acres - and plenty of pet-friendly spaces, Memphis offers a great life for adopted pets. Give a shelter animal some Memphis soul.

Local Climate & Pet Care

Winter

30°F to 52°F

Dec – Feb

Memphis winters are mild with occasional ice storms that can make roads and trails slippery. Most days are comfortable for outdoor walks at Shelby Farms Park. Have a warm coat ready for your pet on the coldest mornings and watch for icy patches.

Spring

45°F to 78°F

Mar – May

Spring brings warming temperatures but also severe thunderstorm and tornado risk. Keep a pet emergency plan ready during storm season. Between storms, the weather is ideal for long walks through Shelby Farms and along the Wolf River Greenway.

Summer

72°F to 92°F

Jun – Aug

Hot, humid summers with high mosquito activity make heartworm prevention essential year-round. Limit outdoor exercise to early morning or evening hours. Carry water and watch for signs of overheating during walks in the Memphis heat.

Fall

48°F to 80°F

Domestic Short Hair

Memphis, TN

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