Gato

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Small
  • Domestic Short Hair

About Gato

Lebanon, MO

Breed

Domestic Short Hair

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Small
(0-6 lbs)
Brown / Chocolate, White

Behavior

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Gato’s Compatibility

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    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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Gato's Story

Gato is a 2.5-year-old domestic shorthair boy who is as sweet and affectionate as they come. He loves people, attention, and being part of your day. Unfortunately, Gato was recently returned after struggling with consistent litterbox use in his previous home. His owner truly tried to make things work-Gato was seen by a veterinarian, had bloodwork done, and no medical cause was found. The vet's best guess is that his accidents were related to stress or anxiety in the home environment.<br/><br/>Because of this, Gato may thrive best in a calmer, lower-stress home where routine and predictability can help him feel secure. Another possibility is that Gato may do well as an indoor/outdoor cat (where it is safe to do so) or in a more spacious environment where he has more freedom to choose his bathroom areas. His former owner did not have the ability to safely transition him to that lifestyle, but it may be the right fit for him moving forward.<br/><br/>Gato has so much love to give-he just needs someone willing to meet him where he is and give him the chance to feel safe and confident again. If you're patient, understanding, and open to helping him find what works best for him, Gato could be a wonderful gardener or workshop supervisor.

Gato is a 2.5-year-old domestic shorthair boy who is as sweet and affectionate as they come. He loves people, attention, and being part of your day. Unfortunately, Gato was recently returned after struggling with consistent litterbox use in his previous home. His owner truly tried to make things work-Gato was seen by a veterinarian, had bloodwork done, and no medical cause was found. The vet's best guess is that his accidents were related to stress or anxiety in the home environment.

Because of this, Gato may thrive best in a calmer, lower-stress home where routine and predictability can help him feel secure. Another possibility is that Gato may do well as an indoor/outdoor cat (where it is safe to do so) or in a more spacious environment where he has more freedom to choose his bathroom areas. His former owner did not have the ability to safely transition him to that lifestyle, but it may be the right fit for him moving forward.

Gato has so much love to give-he just needs someone willing to meet him where h

Gato is a 2.5-year-old domestic shorthair boy who is as sweet and affectionate as they come. He loves people, attention, and being part of your day. Unfortunately, Gato was recently returned after struggling with consistent litterbox use in his previous home. His owner truly tried to make things work-Gato was seen by a veterinarian, had bloodwork done, and no medical cause was found. The vet's best guess is that his accidents were related to stress or anxiety in the home environment.

Because of this, Gato may thrive best in a calmer, lower-stress home where routine and predictability can help him feel secure. Another possibility is that Gato may do well as an indoor/outdoor cat (where it is safe to do so) or in a more spacious environment where he has more freedom to choose his bathroom areas. His former owner did not have the ability to safely transition him to that lifestyle, but it may be the right fit for him moving forward.

Gato has so much love to give-he just needs someone willing to meet him where he is and give him the chance to feel safe and confident again. If you're patient, understanding, and open to helping him find what works best for him, Gato could be a wonderful gardener or workshop supervisor.

How To Adopt

Gato was listed as Adoptable by Claws & Paws Animal Adoption Center
How can I adopt Gato?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Claws & Paws Animal Adoption Center. 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 Gato 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 Claws & Paws Animal Adoption Center for details on the pet.
When can I meet Gato?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Claws & Paws Animal Adoption Center will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Gato, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Claws & Paws Animal Adoption Center, and they'll be happy to help!
Claws & Paws Animal Adoption Center's Adoption Policy
We have an application for everyone who is wanting to adopt to fill out. All adoptions includes current Parvo and Distemper Vaccine Wormer and rabies ) Spay or Neuter Certificate ( if not already altered ) Lebanon Vets honor our certificate although some do charge the adopter more than the certificate covers depending on size and for pain meds. Dogs are $175.00 and up and cats are $65.00 and up of this fee for dogs up to $32 will help with spay/neuter. of this fee for cats up to $22 will help cover spay/neuter If you rent we must call and verify with the landlord that they can adopt from us As with all animals adopted here, there is a contract that states if the adopter during any time of the animals life can no longer care for under any reason they have to be returned here, there is a $30 intake fee on all returns. they cannot be sold traded or given away. We also offer a 14 day return policy so that if you get home and the animal doesn't work out for any reason you can return them to us and do an exchange for another dog or cat one time. If returned within those 14 days there will not be a $30 intake charge. The contract also states per Missouri Law the animal MUST be spayed or Neutered within 30 days of the adoption date depending on the age of the animal. We have been known to go and take animals back that have not been taken care of or if there is a breech of contract. We are always willing to take strays or animals that the owners can no longer care for. We take these animals by appointment and as space allows. To drop off animals to us we charge an intake fee of $30.00 in Lebanon City or Laclede County. All cats that are brought in MUST have vet records of shots and that they have a clean bill of health before we can take them in.

Gato is from Claws & Paws Animal Adoption Center

[Lebanon, MO]

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