Spring

Available

3-7 years|Domestic Short Hair|Female|Medium|Mokena, IL

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate☺️ Gentle🧠 Smart🚽 House Trained

Spring

Available

3-7 years|Domestic Short Hair|Female|Medium|Mokena, IL

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate☺️ Gentle🧠 Smart🚽 House Trained

Spring is a female Domestic Short Hair with a medium build and distinctive calico coloring, currently in Mokena, IL. She has a short coat and is spayed, house trained, and up to date on her vaccinations. At seven years old, Spring values calm surroundings and gentle attention.

About Spring

Spring is a seven-year-old calico with a soft, colorful short coat and soulful eyes that reflect a life spent learning to trust. Her gentle spirit comes through in quiet moments and careful glances. She’s calm, prefers peace, and shows her sweetest side when she feels secure. Spring had a tough stretch after leaving the shelter, likely as a mom herself. Now in foster care, she lives for her meals—she’s a fan of pate-style Fancy Feast served twice daily—and quietly enjoys being brushed. She’s learning to appreciate affection on her terms; while initially hesitant, she’ll soon purr with a gentle touch. Spring would do best in a patient, slow-paced home—maybe with a retired person or anyone who values a calm companion. Though she coexists with other cats, she thrives where her introverted side is respected. Give her patience, and she’ll reward you with quiet companionship. Ready to fall in love? Hit apply and lets get started.

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Rescues & Shelters

NAWS Humane Society (708) 478-5102

Location Address: 9981 W. 190th St., Suite A Mokena, IL 60448 Get directions

Questions about Spring

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Domestic Short Hair cats like Spring do well in most indoor environments, but she would thrive in a calm, peaceful home where her introverted nature is respected.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Spring, as a Domestic Short Hair cat, does not require outdoor space and is happiest living safely indoors.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Domestic Short Hairs can be good with children if the environment is calm and they are treated gently, which suits Spring’s temperament especially well.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Spring’s breed is flexible for both first-time and experienced cat owners, though her shy nature means a patient, understanding adopter is ideal.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Domestic Short Hair cats vary in their response to dogs; Spring would likely prefer a home without energetic dogs, or with calm, cat-savvy companions.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Generally, Domestic Short Hairs can coexist with other cats. Spring has lived with cats but values a quieter environment.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Spring and other Domestic Short Hairs may have a prey drive toward very small animals, so caution is advised around them.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Cats like Spring may take time to warm up to strangers, especially if shy, but can build trust with patience.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Spring, like most Domestic Short Hairs, is independent and can be left alone for several hours as long as basic needs are met and she has safe spaces.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Domestic Short Hair cats like Spring only need litter box training, and she is already house trained.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Spring and most Domestic Short Hairs are medium-sized cats.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
With good care, Domestic Short Hair cats like Spring often live 12 to 16 years, sometimes longer.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Spring’s short-calico coat will shed moderately year-round, but regular brushing helps manage it well.