Tess

Available

6 months - 2 years|Tabby|Female|Medium|Salt Lake City, UT

🤗 Affectionate🙈 Shy🤗 Cuddler🎉 Social🏠 Single Animal Home

Tess

Available

6 months - 2 years|Tabby|Female|Medium|Salt Lake City, UT

🤗 Affectionate🙈 Shy🤗 Cuddler🎉 Social🏠 Single Animal Home

About Tess

Tess, beautiful young DLH Grey Tabby Tuxedo female, estimated 8-9 mos. She is a beautiful kitty. Recent Shelter rescue. No one came forward to claim her, as the fate of many cats/kittens. Tess is looking for her new forever home. Shy nature at first, but easy to handle. Spayed, current on vaccines, FIV/FeLv blood test, and micro chipped. $95 adoption fee. If interested in meeting her, please submit on-line adoption application at: www.petsamaritan.org Text: (801) 796-2660 Contact: 801 870-9093 Email: petsamaritan@gmail.com

About Tabby Cats

Tabby is not a breed but rather a coat pattern found in many cat breeds and mixed-breed cats. Characterized by distinctive stripes, dots, or swirling patterns with an "M" marking on the forehead, tabby cats are among the most common and beloved cats worldwide. The pattern comes in classic, mackerel, spotted, and ticked varieties.

Adopting a tabby cat means welcoming a cat whose personality is as varied and wonderful as their patterns. Found in shelters everywhere, tabbies make fantastic companions with diverse temperaments shaped by their individual backgrounds. Their familiar, beautiful markings and loving personalities have made them favorites for centuries.

Temperament

VariesFriendlyAdaptableAffectionate

Size

Varies (6-15 lbs typically)

Exercise

Moderate

Good With

Kids, Dogs, Cats

Lifespan

12-18 years

Health notes: Health depends on the underlying breed or mix. Tabby is a coat pattern, not a breed, so health considerations vary by individual. Regular vet care and a balanced diet are universally important.

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Adopting in Salt Lake City, UT

Salt Lake City's stunning mountain backdrop and active outdoor culture make it one of the best cities in the West for pet adoption. Local shelters have many wonderful animals ready to enjoy the adventure-filled Utah lifestyle with a new family.

With easy access to the Wasatch Mountains, City Creek Canyon, and an extensive park system, Salt Lake City offers adopted pets an incredible life of hiking, exploration, and year-round outdoor fun. The city's growing pet-friendly scene includes restaurants, shops, and events that welcome four-legged companions.

Local Climate & Pet Care

Winter

20°F to 38°F

Dec – Feb

Cold temperatures and regular snowfall require warm coats for pets and paw protection from salt and ice. Winter inversions trap pollution in the valley, so monitor air quality before long walks. Higher-elevation trails may be snow-packed.

Spring

38°F to 65°F

Mar – May

Snowmelt creates muddy trail conditions at lower elevations and runoff can make streams dangerous. Spring wildflowers in the foothills are beautiful for hikes. Temperatures can swing 30 degrees in a single day, so layer appropriately.

Summer

62°F to 95°F

Jun – Aug

Hot and dry at valley level, but mountain canyons offer cooler retreats. Carry extra water as pets dehydrate faster at altitude. Afternoon thunderstorms are common in the mountains, so start hikes early and watch for lightning.

Fall

Millville, UT

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