Please read entire bio- thank you! Meet Emir Emir is a handsome 1-year-old male Turkish Van mix with white and orange tabby markings. He came from a very rural shelter in Texas that does a wonderful job caring for the kitties but has limited foot traffic and too many cats to help every one of them. Why Emir stands out People-friendly and welcoming**: Never met a stranger—he’s great with cats, dogs, and humans alike. Velcro personality**: Very attached and affectionate; he loves to sleep on your pillow and keep you company through the night. Playful and social**: Enjoys a wide range of toys and bonds well with his foster siblings. Foster interactions He is almost always affectionate with the foster’s senior dog, as long as the dog is patient and gentle. He would be a wonderful companion for children who are respectful and loving. Ideal home for Emir Versatile and adaptable**: He would thrive in a single-person home where he can be the best friend, or in a family with existing pets who can include him in daily life. His gentle, social nature makes him a snug fit for many households. Vet care and health: Spay/Neutered Neg/Neg FIV/FeLV test Rabies vaccine FVRCP vaccines Microchipped Dewormed Flea prevention maintained Adoption and Transport details: **The kitty is currently located in HOUSTON, TX** Available for adoption with transport to the PNW, Colorado, and the Northeast. Sorry we cannot adopt out in NH, RI or ME. Transport is included in the adoption fee. Adoption fee is $400 in all states except MA. Adoption fee is $500 in MASSACHUSETTS ONLY to cover state mandated $155 isolation facility fees. PLEASE NOTE- If you’re welcoming a kitten under 6 months, please have another cat-friendly pet at home, or alternatively adopt two kittens who can keep each other company. How to take the first step: If you’re interested, please start by submitting an application here: https://petstablished.com/adoptions/personal-information?application_type=Adopt&donation_section=false&form_id=54808&form_type=generic&generic_form_id=54808&pet_id=1703023&section=1&selected_pets=false