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Philly (aka Wobbly) Domestic Short Hair Wilmington, DE

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Small
  • Gray / Blue / Silver, White

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Coat length
Short
Health
Vaccinations up to date, spayed / neutered, special needs.

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Meet Philly (aka Wobbly)


I was born in May 2009 with a condition known as Cerebellar Hypoplaysia (CH). Part of my brain didn't develop fully, and although all four of my legs work, I am not able to walk or stand on my own due to a lack of balance and impaired motor skills. Cats with this condition are often called Wobbly Cats. I was brought to DHA when I was six weeks old and have been fostered by a DHA staff member ever since. A veterinary neurologist said he had never seen such a severe case of CH, and although I will never outgrow this condition, I am otherwise in good health and should have a normal lifespan just like any other cat. Thanks to the DHA Helping Hands Club, enough money was raised to buy me a type of walker called a quad cart that lets me use all four legs while supporting me so I do not fall over. Over time, I have continued to adapt to my condition and have even managed to stand for short periods and take a few steps on my own. Mostly I like hanging out in a comfy basket and being held, but I'm also feisty and playful. Since I sometimes like to play rough and give love bites, I would be best in a home without very young children. I am fine with dogs who respect my boundaries and other cats. I am surprisingly independent (able to eat, drink and use a litter box by myself) but I do need more supervision, care and attention than the average cat. Sometimes I knock over my food and water, and I occasionally cannot make it to the litter box in time and need some cleaning up. I need a carpeted area to live in without sharp edges and things I might fall on or against, and should not be kept in an area where there are stairs that I might fall down. You should also know that I eat a special diet due to my sensitive stomach. And finally, I need someone who will spend time working with me and my quad cart, making sure I move around and get in some weight bearing exercise every day. If you would like to meet me, please schedule an appointment in advance so my foster mom will be sure to bring me in.


 
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Philly (aka Wobbly)

Philly (aka Wobbly)

  • Domestic Short Hair
  • Adult
  • Male