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Courtesy Listing Gary

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7 years old|Domestic Short Hair|Male|X Large|Moscow, ID
♿️ Special needs🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🎾 Playful🧑‍🧒‍🧒 Good with Children

Courtesy Listing Gary is a black, short-haired, neutered male domestic short hair cat. He is about 7 years old, extra-large in size, and is currently in Moscow, ID. Courtesy Listing Gary is up to date on vaccinations, house trained, and lives with special needs requiring careful management. He is a friendly and affectionate companion seeking a dedicated caregiver.

About Courtesy Listing Gary

Gary isn’t at the shelter, but looking for a special indoor home through a courtesy listing in Moscow, ID. Born May 1, 2019 (making him a practical, grounded Taurus), he’s a neutered, up-to-date-on-shots, extra-large black cat with a long medical history. Gary’s got a complex set of special needs: he has laryngeal paralysis, so he’s at constant risk for choking and absolutely cannot have any wet food or treats—the risk is life-threatening. He also has a visible chest bone deformity that doesn’t bother him, a persistent feline herpesvirus (requiring careful management of medication and lysine supplements—as long as it’s not liquid), developmental delays, a neurological gait, balance issues, and he’s battling obesity (he needs to lose about five pounds). Despite the challenges, Gary is affectionate, loves lap time, and is gentle with people. He absolutely enjoys meeting new folks and can live with other cats (ideally with his mother, Mishka), though not with dogs. He’s good with children, so long as they don’t pick him up or offer forbidden food. He must remain indoors, and adopters must be vigilant and consistent with his dietary and health needs. Gary is house trained. More medical history and information can be provided to the right adopter. Give this unusual, loving goofball the careful home he needs. What are you waiting for? Apply today!

Questions about Courtesy Listing Gary

  • What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?

    Courtesy Listing Gary, as a domestic short hair cat, generally adapts best to indoor environments with plenty of cozy spots and stable routines. For him, an indoor-only home is absolutely required to help manage his medical needs.

  • How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?

    Domestic short hair cats like Courtesy Listing Gary thrive indoors and do not need outdoor access. In Gary’s case, all his care and safety depend on maintaining an indoor environment to control his diet and minimize stress.

  • Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?

    Domestic short hairs are often a good fit for homes with children, and Gary enjoys the company of respectful kids. However, all children in the household must understand and respect his special medical requirements and handle him with care.