Benny

Available

6 months - 2 years|Domestic Short Hair|Male|Medium|South Ozone Park, NY

☺️ Gentle🤗 Affectionate🐾 Friendly🤗 Cuddler😌 Calm

Benny

Available

6 months - 2 years|Domestic Short Hair|Male|Medium|South Ozone Park, NY

☺️ Gentle🤗 Affectionate🐾 Friendly🤗 Cuddler😌 Calm

Benny is a medium-sized young male Domestic Short Hair with a warm orange tabby coat, living in South Ozone Park, NY. He is neutered, vaccinated, and house trained, making him low-maintenance and ready for a new home. Benny loves affection and is happiest lounging beside his humans.

About Benny

Benny is a calm, gentle soul who showed up at a feeder’s home last summer, taking his time to warm up. Only after some patience did he decide to trust and come inside, where he’s quickly revealed just how much he loves people. Benny prefers cuddles over play, content to settle beside you, happily purring while you pet him. He’s not the energetic type but shows his affection quietly and consistently. He’s neutered and fully vaccinated, and though he is FIV positive, he’s FeLV negative and healthy. FIV is no barrier to a full life, and Benny can safely live with non-FIV cats. At about a year old, Benny has a lot of love left to give. He belongs out of a cage and into a home where he can relax and thrive. Click apply to start the adoption process.

Questions about Benny

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Domestic Short Hair cats like Benny thrive in indoor environments where they can form close bonds with their people. Apartments or houses with cozy spaces suit him well.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Benny, as a Domestic Short Hair, does not require outdoor space and will be content living entirely indoors. Supervised outdoor time is optional, not necessary.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Domestic Short Hair cats are typically gentle and adaptable, making Benny a good candidate for homes with respectful children who understand how to interact with cats.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Benny, being a Domestic Short Hair, is an ideal option for both first-time and experienced cat owners due to his easy-going nature.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
With slow, careful introductions, Domestic Short Hair cats like Benny can coexist with cat-savvy dogs, though his gentle personality favors calmer dogs.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Benny, like many Domestic Short Hairs, usually does well with other cats, and being FIV positive does not prevent him from living safely with non-FIV cats.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Domestic Short Hair cats may have a prey drive, so Benny should be supervised around smaller animals, but every cat’s tolerance varies.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Benny is calm and gentle, and Domestic Short Hairs tend to warm up to new people once they feel safe, showing quiet affection.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Benny can be left alone during the workday, but Domestic Short Hair cats enjoy company and daily interaction—too much solitude isn't best.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Domestic Short Hair cats like Benny need basic litter box training, which he’s already mastered. They don’t require specialized training.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Benny is a medium-sized cat, typical for a male Domestic Short Hair.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
With good care, cats like Benny often live 12 to 16 years, even with an FIV diagnosis, sometimes longer.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Domestic Short Hair cats like Benny shed a moderate amount, and regular brushing keeps shedding manageable.