Charles

Available

10 years old|Domestic Short Hair|Male|Large|Arlington, WA

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🚽 House Trained👨‍💼 Adult Home Only🧠 Smart

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Charles

Available

10 years old|Domestic Short Hair|Male|Large|Arlington, WA

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate🚽 House Trained👨‍💼 Adult Home Only🧠 Smart

Charles is a 10-year-old male Domestic Short Hair with a large frame and a beautiful tabby coat featuring brown and chocolate tones. He is house trained and has been neutered. Though he has medical needs that require attention, Charles is full of love and ready for a forever home in Arlington, WA.

About Charles

Meet Charles, a charming senior cat with a heart of gold. At 10 years old, Charles is a wise and affectionate feline, ready to spend his golden years in a loving home with a cat-savvy family. His rich brown and chocolate tabby coat feels soft and inviting, making him a joy to pet. As a male cat, Charles carries himself with confidence and grace. He’s sweet and understanding, but also loves to be playful, often following you around the house and delighting in chasing balls. Ideally, he would thrive in an adult-only home or with older, cat-savvy kids. Having been fostered with friendly dogs, he also gets along well with laid-back cats. Charles managing diabetes, hypertension, and liver disease requires several long-term medications and adheres to a prescription diabetic diet. Despite these challenges, he’s been altered, microchipped, viral tested, and is up to date on his vaccinations. If you’re ready to welcome this lovable senior into your home, consider completing an application today. Every animal deserves a happy ending. This one starts with you.

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Rescues & Shelters

Purrfect Pals (360) 572-4880

Location Address: 230 McRae Road NE Arlington, WA 98223 Get directions

Questions about Charles

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Charles, as a Domestic Short Hair, thrives best in a calm environment that respects his space, ideal for a cat-savvy family.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Charles is an indoor cat and enjoys a safe and cozy space indoors where he can play and interact with his family.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Charles would do best in an adult-only home or with older cat-savvy children who can understand his needs and personality.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Given his medical needs and personality, Charles is better suited for experienced cat owners who can provide the care he requires.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Charles has been fostered with friendly dogs and does well with them, especially if they are calm.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Yes, he gets along great with laid-back cats, making him a good companion for other feline friends.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Charles is not known to have interactions with small animals, so careful introductions would be necessary.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Charles may take a moment to warm up to new people, but his sweet disposition shines through once he feels comfortable.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Charles prefers company and might not do well if left alone for extended periods of time.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
While Charles is already house-trained, he loves to learn and interact, so gentle engagement is key.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Charles is considered a large cat, fitting comfortably within the typical size range for Domestic Short Hairs.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
Domestic Short Hairs can live into their late teens or early twenties with proper care, so Charles still has many loving years ahead.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Charles has a short coat that sheds an average amount, which is manageable with regular grooming.