Lil' Dude

This handsome and daPURR gray stud muffin is Lil’ Dude and he came to us as a stray. One of our ameowzing volunteers was working with him to help bring him indoors and out from the cold. We are so grateful to every purrson who tries to help outdoor cats find refuge in safe, indoor settings. Lil’ Dude showed quickly what an affectionate, energetic sweetheart he was. He was a strapping tom cat who was in need of a vet visit for his neuter and more, however during his exam he was also diagnosed with a skin condition called Pillowfoot. He received treatment for that as directed by the veterinarian however since it is an autoimmune response it could be triggered by factors such as stress and his future home will want to ensure he lives stress-free! Here is a link to a resource about Pillowfoot.<br/><br/><br/>Lil’ Dude is a rambunctious, love bug youngster who has a ton of energy. He just began his transition to our Main Floor and is currently in one of our apartments. This gives each of our cats time to adjust to the new setting and when he is ready he will begin his integration into our open concept. We always want to ensure that each cat is ready, that they have their “safe space” to retreat to if needed and we build in various enrichment activities to help our cats coexist positively. He is a hoot and so much fun to watch when he is playing. He loves to fly through the air and he is a bit of a catnip hoarder. We are looking forward to giving Lil’ Dude the space he needs to blast off in full turbo mode so he can not only get out all of the energy he needs to, but also gets the chance to build friendships with his other feline companions. It was shared with us by his finder, that he appeared to get along with the other cats he mingled with while he was living outside. We have not had him interact directly yet with the cats in our setting, so we will update you at another point when he does transition to that stage (unless he gets adopted before that).<br/>Our adoption policies and procedures are rigorous and thoughtful as our goal is to match you with a cat who will become a loving addition to your home for the rest of his/her wonderful life. <br/>Seeing photos and videos are great first steps, however, meeting the cat in person and seeing if you connect is critically important. You may even want to visit the cat a few times to ensure you have made that connection. <br/>If you are interested in adopting one of our cats, you will need to complete our adoption application and have that approved prior to placement. Submitting an adoption application does not guarantee placement.<br/> We do not do same day adoptions.<br/>Please ensure you have permission to have a cat where you live before considering adoption! We will need to see a copy of your lease agreement along with a contact number for your landlord to ensure the adoption is allowed.<br/>All parties interested must meet the cat before adoption to ensure that everyone is in agreement with the adoption. If you do not live in Anchorage, you must come in to meet him/her before the adoption and make arrangements to transport him/her to your home.<br/>AHS will provide behavioral support for the transition and throughout the adoption to ensure that everyone feels secure with the adoption. <br/>Our adoption agreement prohibits declawing an adopted cat, and stipulates that the cat will be returned to us if the adoption does not work out. We also ask that cats be returned to us regardless of when the cat was adopted if the adoptive home is no longer able to keep the cat or is unable to provide him/her with the necessary healthcare to maintain a healthy and happy life. <br/>AHS has an indoor cat policy. We strongly support the utilization of cat harnesses and catios as these are positive ways of giving your cat the chance to explore, get some fresh air and provide him/her with the benefits of the natural world while keeping them and wildlife safe and sound.<br/>If the cat is in a foster home, the application must be completed, submitted and approved prior to any visit.<br/>These steps have been implemented to ensure the placement is the best one possible to meet the needs of the cat and the new home. <br/>Our Adoption Application is available to complete online or download. If you download the application please email the completed one to ahscatshelter@gmail.com<br/>Once you’ve made that purrfect connection here are some factors to consider:<br/>Do you rent? If you do, do you have Landlord approval and documentation to verify that you are allowed to have a cat? Is there a clause about declawing in the lease? We do not allow declawing.<br/>Is your home ready for a new arrival? Do you need support with getting that together?<br/>Does everyone in the home agree to the adoption and has everyone met the cat?<br/>Are you aware of the municipal code, Title 17, that requires a multi-animal license when you own 4 or more of the same species in the Municipality of Anchorage? Title 17 also includes a clause about cats requiring leashes/identification when off of personal property, as cats are not allowed to wander.<br/>Do you have a carrier to transport your cat? <br/>Once your application is approved, then you have two options:<br/>1. Set up an adoption appointment on the weekend by texting at 907-230-6394 or emailing ahscatshelter@gmail.com.<br/>2. Reserve the cat and put down a deposit ($25 minimum towards the $130 adoption fee) and set up a time with a volunteer to schedule pickup<br/>Suggested Supplies<br/>Food/Water dishes (Our cats eat IAMS Proactive Health Chicken Kibble and Friskies Canned Food).<br/>Uncovered Litter Box/Litter (we recommend non-clay clumping litters)<br/>Scratching Posts/Cat Trees<br/>Feliway (cat pheromone that assists with stress and behaviors)<br/>Cat Beds/Hidey Spot/Cube/Kennel <br/>Cat Trees/Perches<br/>Music (Through a Cat’s Ear is highly recommended: www.icalmpet.com)<br/>Enrichment Toys (you’ll receive an enrichment brochure with some suggestions)<br/>Cat DVDs<br/>Collar/harness/ID tag<br/>Carrier (we recommend a larger sized hard sided carrier when picking up your cat from the shelter). Soft sided carriers are great for when your cat is more comfortable in your home.

This handsome and daPURR gray stud muffin is Lil’ Dude and he came to us as a stray. One of our ameowzing volunteers was working with him to help bring him indoors and out from the cold. We are so grateful to every purrson who tries to help outdoor cats find refuge in safe, indoor settings. Lil’ Dude showed quickly what an affectionate, energetic sweetheart he was. He was a strapping tom cat who was in need of a vet visit for his neuter and more, however during his exam he was also diagnosed with a skin condition called Pillowfoot. He received treatment for that as directed by the veterinarian however since it is an autoimmune response it could be triggered by factors such as stress and his future home will want to ensure he lives stress-free! Here is a link to a resource about Pillowfoot.


Lil’ Dude is a rambunctious, love bug youngster who has a ton of energy. He just began his transition to our Main Floor and is currently in one of our apartments. This gives each of our cats time to adjust to the new settin

This handsome and daPURR gray stud muffin is Lil’ Dude and he came to us as a stray. One of our ameowzing volunteers was working with him to help bring him indoors and out from the cold. We are so grateful to every purrson who tries to help outdoor cats find refuge in safe, indoor settings. Lil’ Dude showed quickly what an affectionate, energetic sweetheart he was. He was a strapping tom cat who was in need of a vet visit for his neuter and more, however during his exam he was also diagnosed with a skin condition called Pillowfoot. He received treatment for that as directed by the veterinarian however since it is an autoimmune response it could be triggered by factors such as stress and his future home will want to ensure he lives stress-free! Here is a link to a resource about Pillowfoot.


Lil’ Dude is a rambunctious, love bug youngster who has a ton of energy. He just began his transition to our Main Floor and is currently in one of our apartments. This gives each of our cats time to adjust to the new setting and when he is ready he will begin his integration into our open concept. We always want to ensure that each cat is ready, that they have their “safe space” to retreat to if needed and we build in various enrichment activities to help our cats coexist positively. He is a hoot and so much fun to watch when he is playing. He loves to fly through the air and he is a bit of a catnip hoarder. We are