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Ben

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Medium
  • Domestic Short Hair

About Ben

Houston, TX

Breed

Domestic Short Hair

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Medium
(7-11 lbs)
Black

Behavior

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Ben’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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Ben's Story

Hi, I'm Ben.<br/>I may look a little mysterious with my sleek black fur and quiet eyes, but really, I'm just a soft-hearted guy trying to find my place. I'm an adult, so I've seen a bit of life, and it's made me a little shy when I first meet new people. I like to take things slow-watch from a safe spot, listen, learn your voice, and decide if you're someone I can trust.<br/><br/>But once I decide you're mine?<br/>Oh, I'm all in.<br/><br/>I'll creep a little closer each day, sit beside you instead of across the room, maybe even bump my head gently into your hand like a quiet "thank you." I'm not loud about my love, but I'm loyal, calm, and deeply affectionate in my own gentle way.<br/><br/>I'm looking for a family who understands that good things take time-and that sometimes the most devoted companions are the ones who start out a little shy. If you give me patience, I'll give you a lifetime of quiet companionship, soft purrs, and a bond that feels like home.<br/><br/>If you're ready for a new family member who will grow with you, I'm ready too.

Hi, I'm Ben.
I may look a little mysterious with my sleek black fur and quiet eyes, but really, I'm just a soft-hearted guy trying to find my place. I'm an adult, so I've seen a bit of life, and it's made me a little shy when I first meet new people. I like to take things slow-watch from a safe spot, listen, learn your voice, and decide if you're someone I can trust.

But once I decide you're mine?
Oh, I'm all in.

I'll creep a little closer each day, sit beside you instead of across the room, maybe even bump my head gently into your hand like a quiet "thank you." I'm not loud about my love, but I'm loyal, calm, and deeply affectionate in my own gentle way.

I'm looking for a family who understands that good things take time-and that sometimes the most devoted companions are the ones who start out a little shy. If you give me patience, I'll give you a lifetime of quiet companionship, soft purrs, and a bond that feels like home.

If you're ready for a new family member who will grow wit

Hi, I'm Ben.
I may look a little mysterious with my sleek black fur and quiet eyes, but really, I'm just a soft-hearted guy trying to find my place. I'm an adult, so I've seen a bit of life, and it's made me a little shy when I first meet new people. I like to take things slow-watch from a safe spot, listen, learn your voice, and decide if you're someone I can trust.

But once I decide you're mine?
Oh, I'm all in.

I'll creep a little closer each day, sit beside you instead of across the room, maybe even bump my head gently into your hand like a quiet "thank you." I'm not loud about my love, but I'm loyal, calm, and deeply affectionate in my own gentle way.

I'm looking for a family who understands that good things take time-and that sometimes the most devoted companions are the ones who start out a little shy. If you give me patience, I'll give you a lifetime of quiet companionship, soft purrs, and a bond that feels like home.

If you're ready for a new family member who will grow with you, I'm ready too.

How To Adopt

Ben was listed as Adoptable by Houston Pets Alive!
How can I adopt Ben?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Houston Pets Alive!. 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 Ben 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 Houston Pets Alive! for details on the pet.
When can I meet Ben?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Houston Pets Alive! will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Ben, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Houston Pets Alive!, and they'll be happy to help!
Houston Pets Alive!'s Adoption Policy
When you find an animal you’re interested in, complete an adoption application at houstonpetsalive.org/adopt. You will be contacted within 24 hours of receiving your application. Completing an application neither guarantees nor binds you to an animal. We will set up a meet and greet with you and the pet. If it’s the right fit, you’ll sign the adoption contract and pay the adoption fee. All adopted animals are spayed/neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. Questions? Email adopt@houstonpetsalive.org.

Ben is from Houston Pets Alive!

[Houston, TX]

Our Mission
HPA!’s mission is to save dogs and cats at risk of euthanasia and find them loving homes, while preventing unwanted animals. We’re not your average rescue. We act as a safety net for our municipal shelters, to save the animals who have no other options. Every day we receive a list of animals who are at risk of euthanasia. ...
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