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Esmeralda

  • Senior
  • Female
  • Small
  • Domestic Short Hair

About Esmeralda

Pittsburgh, PA

Breed

Domestic Short Hair

Physical Traits

Senior
(8+ years)
Female
Small
(0-6 lbs)
Black

Behavior

Personality
Adult Only Home Preferred, Litter Box Trained, Special Dietary Needs
House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes
Special Needs:
Yes

Esmeralda’s Compatibility

    This pet has bad 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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Esmeralda's Story

This is Esmeralda: A Story of Perseversance <br/><br/>Esmeralda is a gorgeous, 10-year-old black cat who joined our program in June 2024. She was faithfully fed outside for a year by a kind woman who had to move. Upon intake, we discovered she was microchipped to a previous organization and, at 19 pounds, was dealing with significant weight issues. Due to this, we decided to keep her in our care to focus on her health.<br/><br/>Now she has blossomed and has become much healthier! Esmeralda has already lost a considerable amount of weight, thanks in part to her absolute love for chasing a laser pointer! This active girl just needs a little motivation to move. She is sweet to many people and her meows will make you smile!<br/><br/>Esmeralda is looking for a dedicated adopter who will continue her weight management journey, which includes keeping her on a specialized diet and utilizing fun toys like her favorite laser pointer! Adopt Esmeralda and help this wonderful senior continue her path to a happy, healthy weight!

This is Esmeralda: A Story of Perseversance

Esmeralda is a gorgeous, 10-year-old black cat who joined our program in June 2024. She was faithfully fed outside for a year by a kind woman who had to move. Upon intake, we discovered she was microchipped to a previous organization and, at 19 pounds, was dealing with significant weight issues. Due to this, we decided to keep her in our care to focus on her health.

Now she has blossomed and has become much healthier! Esmeralda has already lost a considerable amount of weight, thanks in part to her absolute love for chasing a laser pointer! This active girl just needs a little motivation to move. She is sweet to many people and her meows will make you smile!

Esmeralda is looking for a dedicated adopter who will continue her weight management journey, which includes keeping her on a specialized diet and utilizing fun toys like her favorite laser pointer! Adopt Esmeralda and help this wonderful senior continue her path to a happy, healthy weight!

This is Esmeralda: A Story of Perseversance

Esmeralda is a gorgeous, 10-year-old black cat who joined our program in June 2024. She was faithfully fed outside for a year by a kind woman who had to move. Upon intake, we discovered she was microchipped to a previous organization and, at 19 pounds, was dealing with significant weight issues. Due to this, we decided to keep her in our care to focus on her health.

Now she has blossomed and has become much healthier! Esmeralda has already lost a considerable amount of weight, thanks in part to her absolute love for chasing a laser pointer! This active girl just needs a little motivation to move. She is sweet to many people and her meows will make you smile!

Esmeralda is looking for a dedicated adopter who will continue her weight management journey, which includes keeping her on a specialized diet and utilizing fun toys like her favorite laser pointer! Adopt Esmeralda and help this wonderful senior continue her path to a happy, healthy weight!

How To Adopt

Esmeralda was listed as Adoptable by Conquer the Colony
How can I adopt Esmeralda?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Conquer the Colony. 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 Esmeralda 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 Conquer the Colony for details on the pet.
When can I meet Esmeralda?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Conquer the Colony will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Esmeralda, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Conquer the Colony, and they'll be happy to help!
Conquer the Colony's Adoption Policy
- Applicants must be at least 21 years of age to apply -Adopters must consent to keep the cat indoors -Adopters must consent to never declaw ?-We perform property checks to verify homeownership and/or if tenants can have pets per the lease agreement -Cats will not be reserved without a deposit -Please keep in mind that a cat is a 15-20 year commitment - Adoption fee is $125 for cats under 1 year, $100 for cats over a year old. Adoption fee includes: spay/neuter, rabies vaccination, FVCRP vaccination, FIV/FeLV test, deworming, and flea treatment - Adoption fee for two kittens is $225, two adults are $175. Persons over 65 years of age adopting a cat over five years old is $75. - We will request medical records of your current pets to ensure they are up-to-date on vaccines, tested (if applicable), and fixed. To expedite the application process, you can email the records to conquerthecolony@gmail.com. Otherwise, we can contact your vet, please authorize access to your vet records upon applying. -Not all applications will be approved To apply, go to: conquerthecolony.com/adoption-form To learn more about adoptions with CTC work, go to: https://www.conquerthecolony.com/how-ctc-adoptions-work

Esmeralda is from Conquer the Colony

[Pittsburgh, PA]

Our Mission
To improve the lives of all cats - both friendly and feral.
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