Hoot

Available

6 months - 2 years|Tortoiseshell, Domestic Short Hair|Female|Medium|Phoenix, AZ

Hoot

Available

6 months - 2 years|Tortoiseshell, Domestic Short Hair|Female|Medium|Phoenix, AZ

About Hoot

I'm Hoot. I am a sweet young girl who is looking for a forever home. I was lost and a nice lady trapped me. She realized I was not feral at all and just wanted a nice home. She sent me to Cool Cats and here I am! Just waiting to meet my purrfect person. I am great at playing all kinds of games; I love to eat; I very much enjoy cuddling after I get to know you a bit. I am spayed, vaccinated, microchipped, and tested negative for FeLV/FIV. My adoption fee is $200.00.

About Tortoiseshell Cats

Tortoiseshell cats, affectionately called "torties," display a distinctive coat of intermingled black and orange (or their dilute equivalents) without the white patches found in calico cats. This coat pattern can appear in many breeds and mixed-breed cats, and like calicos, tortoiseshells are almost always female. Their coats range from finely brindled mixes to bold patches of color.

Adopting a Tortoiseshell means gaining a cat famous for "tortitude," a spirited, sassy personality that tortie owners know and love. These cats are often fiercely loyal, independent-minded, and full of opinions they are happy to share. Their striking mosaic coats and bold personalities make them unforgettable companions who keep life interesting every single day.

Temperament

SpiritedIndependentLoyalSassy

Size

Varies (6-12 lbs typically)

Exercise

Moderate

Good With

Kids, Dogs, Cats

Lifespan

12-16 years

Health notes: Health depends on the underlying breed or mix. Tortoiseshell is a coat pattern, not a breed. Regular vet care, dental checkups, and a healthy diet are the cornerstones of their well-being.

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Adopting in Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix offers a pet-friendly desert lifestyle with mild winters perfect for outdoor adventures with your adopted companion. Local shelters are home to many loving animals who thrive in the Valley of the Sun.

With scenic hiking trails at South Mountain and Papago Park, spacious dog parks, and a growing number of pet-friendly businesses, Phoenix is a great place to give a shelter pet a second chance at happiness.

Local Climate & Pet Care

Winter

42°F to 68°F

Dec – Feb

Phoenix winters are perfect for French Bulldogs. The mild, dry weather allows comfortable outdoor time at Papago Park and local dog parks. This is the only season Frenchies can safely enjoy extended outdoor activities in the Valley.

Spring

55°F to 90°F

Mar – May

March is still safe for French Bulldogs in Phoenix, but by April caution is needed and by May outdoor time must be severely limited. Their flat faces cannot cool air efficiently, and desert heat above 80°F becomes dangerous fast.

Summer

78°F to 106°F

Jun – Aug

Phoenix summers are life-threatening for French Bulldogs. Temperatures above 100°F combined with scorching pavement mean zero outdoor time except for brief predawn potty breaks. Even air-conditioned homes need monitoring to ensure the AC stays functional.

Fall

58°F to 95°F

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