Sapphire

Available

0-6 months|Domestic Medium Hair, Domestic Medium Hair|Female|Small|Tampa, FL

Sapphire

Available

0-6 months|Domestic Medium Hair, Domestic Medium Hair|Female|Small|Tampa, FL

About Sapphire

Looking for your forever best friend? I'm your gal. I'm as cute as can be and ready to give you all the love in the world. I was surrendered to the Humane Society of Tampa Bay because my owner has too many pets.

About Domestic Medium Hair Cats

Domestic Medium Hairs are versatile, beautiful cats with plush coats that fall between short and long hair. Not a specific breed, they're among the most common cats in shelters, offering a wonderful balance of beauty and manageable grooming. Their mixed heritage gives each one a distinctive look and personality.

Adopting a Domestic Medium Hair means choosing a resilient, adaptable companion with the genetic advantages of mixed ancestry. These cats bond well with families, adjust easily to new environments, and require less grooming than long-haired breeds. They're proof that shelter cats make extraordinary pets.

Temperament

AdaptableSocialPlayfulVaried

Size

Medium (8-14 lbs)

Exercise

Moderate

Good With

Kids, Dogs, Cats

Lifespan

12-18 years

Health notes: Benefit from genetic diversity with generally good health. Regular vet checkups, dental care, and occasional brushing to prevent matting are recommended.

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Adopting in Tampa, FL

Tampa's warm climate and outdoor lifestyle make it a great city for pet adoption. With numerous shelters and rescue groups throughout the Bay Area, you'll find wonderful animals looking for loving homes.

From the 2.6-mile Tampa Riverwalk to dog beaches on Davis Islands and Picnic Island, Tampa offers adopted pets a sun-filled, active life year-round. Adopt and enjoy the Florida sunshine together.

Local Climate & Pet Care

Winter

52°F to 72°F

Dec – Feb

Tampa winters are mild and pleasant, making them the best months for pet-friendly activities. The Riverwalk, Davis Islands dog beach, and Picnic Island are all ideal destinations. Occasional cold fronts can bring cooler mornings, but most days are comfortable for outdoor adventures.

Spring

58°F to 85°F

Mar – May

Spring brings warming temperatures and increasing humidity. Outdoor pet activities are pleasant in the morning hours before the heat builds. Mosquito activity begins ramping up, making year-round heartworm prevention essential in the Tampa Bay area.

Summer

75°F to 92°F

Jun – Aug

Hot, humid summers with daily afternoon thunderstorms mean walking early morning or evening only. Hurricane season requires a pet emergency plan with supplies stocked. Mosquitoes are at peak levels, reinforcing the need for year-round heartworm prevention.

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