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Bear

  • Senior
  • Male
  • Extra Large
  • Domestic Short Hair

About Bear

Des Moines, IA

Breed

Domestic Short HairMix

Physical Traits

Senior
(8+ years)
Male
Extra Large
(17+ lbs)

Behavior

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Bear’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Bear's Story

HOW TO ADOPT: This cat is participating in our Shelter Cat Getaway foster program, which gives cats a vacation from the shelter and lets them enjoy home life while they wait to be adopted. To schedule a time to meet this cat, please contact Mary at mmccarroll@arl-iowa.org or Carol at cgriglione@arl-iowa.org.<br/><br/>---<br/><br/>- Sweet, shy, gentle cat looking for a quiet home<br/><br/>- LOVES, LOVES, LOVES to be brushed and it is a great way to bond with him<br/><br/>- A larger boy who loves to lie in his cat bed and your lap!<br/><br/>- Is not a fan of the other cats in his foster, so he will do best in a home as the only cat, or in a home with just one other cat who will leave him alone<br/><br/>- Children are not a good fit, so he is looking for a more mature home<br/><br/>- Will bond quickly with his person and be a devoted and faithful friend<br/><br/>- Looking for a home with patient family members who will give him time to open up and let him take things at his own pace. He does best when he starts out in his own room and is slowly introduced to the rest of the house over a few days<br/><br/>- Has a lot of love to give and will be a wonderful companion for a quiet person or two who enjoy the quieter life, just like he does<br/><br/>- Prefers a stainless-steel litterbox, that is kept clean and fresh<br/><br/>- Is eating a urinary care diet (Hills Science Diet C/D and/or Royal Canin SO), due to previously having bladder stones. The stones have dissolved, but we recommend that he stay on a special diet - more information at ARL)!<br/><br/>This pet is considered to be in their senior years and may enjoy calmer activities and environments. They may also have medical or behavior needs related to their age. Click here for tips for making a comfortable life for senior pets.<br/><br/>All adoptable cats and kittens are spayed/neutered, microchipped and up to date on vaccinations (rabies and FVRCP as appropriate for their age)<br/> Primary Color: Black Weight: 14.37lbs Age: 14yrs 6mths 2wks Animal has been Neutered

HOW TO ADOPT: This cat is participating in our Shelter Cat Getaway foster program, which gives cats a vacation from the shelter and lets them enjoy home life while they wait to be adopted. To schedule a time to meet this cat, please contact Mary at mmccarroll@arl-iowa.org or Carol at cgriglione@arl-iowa.org.

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- Sweet, shy, gentle cat looking for a quiet home

- LOVES, LOVES, LOVES to be brushed and it is a great way to bond with him

- A larger boy who loves to lie in his cat bed and your lap!

- Is not a fan of the other cats in his foster, so he will do best in a home as the only cat, or in a home with just one other cat who will leave him alone

- Children are not a good fit, so he is looking for a more mature home

- Will bond quickly with his person and be a devoted and faithful friend

- Looking for a home with patient family members who will give him time to open up and let him take things at his own pace. He does best when he starts out in his own r

HOW TO ADOPT: This cat is participating in our Shelter Cat Getaway foster program, which gives cats a vacation from the shelter and lets them enjoy home life while they wait to be adopted. To schedule a time to meet this cat, please contact Mary at mmccarroll@arl-iowa.org or Carol at cgriglione@arl-iowa.org.

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- Sweet, shy, gentle cat looking for a quiet home

- LOVES, LOVES, LOVES to be brushed and it is a great way to bond with him

- A larger boy who loves to lie in his cat bed and your lap!

- Is not a fan of the other cats in his foster, so he will do best in a home as the only cat, or in a home with just one other cat who will leave him alone

- Children are not a good fit, so he is looking for a more mature home

- Will bond quickly with his person and be a devoted and faithful friend

- Looking for a home with patient family members who will give him time to open up and let him take things at his own pace. He does best when he starts out in his own room and is slowly introduced to the rest of the house over a few days

- Has a lot of love to give and will be a wonderful companion for a quiet person or two who enjoy the quieter life, just like he does

- Prefers a stainless-steel litterbox, that is kept clean and fresh

- Is eating a urinary care diet (Hills Science Diet C/D and/or Royal Canin SO), due to previously hav

How To Adopt

Bear was listed as Adoptable by Animal Rescue League of Iowa Inc.
How can I adopt Bear?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Animal Rescue League of Iowa Inc.. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if Bear is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Animal Rescue League of Iowa Inc. for details on the pet.
When can I meet Bear?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Animal Rescue League of Iowa Inc. will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Bear, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Animal Rescue League of Iowa Inc., and they'll be happy to help!
Animal Rescue League of Iowa Inc.'s Adoption Policy
The Animal Rescue League of Iowa is located in Des Moines. If you are interested in adopting a pet from the ARL that you see on Petfinder, please go to our official website (https://www.ARL-Iowa.org) to check if the pet is listed there. If the pet is on our official site it means the pet is still available. For the best chance of adopting, visit the location the pet is at as soon as you can. If you do not see the pet listed on our official site, it means the pet has been adopted. Locations/Hours: https://www.ARL-Iowa.org/Locations Adoption process: https://www.ARL-Iowa.org/AdoptionProcess

Bear is from Animal Rescue League of Iowa Inc.

[Des Moines, IA]

Our Mission
The Animal Rescue League of Iowa Inc. is Iowa's largest nonprofit animal shelter, caring for many thousands of pets each year. The ARL serves people and pets from across the state of Iowa through its programs, which include pet adoption, humane education, pet behavior training, spay/neuter, animal cruelty intervention and m...
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Location
5452 N.E. 22nd St. Des Moines, IA, 50313

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