Morris FIV+ Domestic Short Hair Warwick, RI

Hello, my furiends! Meet Morris.

Morris kinda came to Scruffy by accident. But it's a good thing he did.

Morris is just the sweetest cat around. Like, OMG, so sweet. He is SO vocal. He talks to you as soon as he sees you. We just love him. Strong laps are required for this boy; he is the kind of cat who will get up in your business and want all of your attention, and he is so darn cute that you won't mind one bit! Break out the wand toys and watch Morris go into tiny lion mode; he is playful, alert, and full of renewed kitty energy.

He came to Scruffy intact and FULL of abscesses all over. They were deep and smelled awful...he had been out there surviving on his own for a long time. Considering the shape he was in, he just wanted love...and food. Morris is quite the foodie and can get a little overstimulated during feeding time. He is great with other cats, but we are unsure how he would be around dogs or other animals. Children are OK, but over five years old is recommended.

After some much-needed antibiotics for those wounds and a few broken teeth removed, Morris has been cleared for adoption! Who is ready to give Morris a second chance at life?

Morris is FIV+, but that doesn't mean he isn't adoptable! With this diagnosis, FIV+ cats are not given a death sentence; they can live happy, healthy lives as indoor cats for years!

https://bestfriends.org/pet-care-resources/fiv-cats-feline-immunodeficiency-virus-faqs

Thank you for being so interested in adopting from Scruffy Paws Animal Rescue! If you see this post, we still accept applications for this cat(s)/kitten(s). Please refrain from emailing us regarding availability.
All adoption fees include spay/neuter surgery, microchip, rabies, and distemper vaccinations, proof of FIV/feline leukemia testing, flea treatment, deworming, and an exam by a licensed veterinarian.

Our shelter hours are by appointment only and are not open to the public. Many of our cats and kittens are located in foster homes. An adoption application MUST be submitted and approved before meeting our cats/kittens. We do this for the safety of our fosters and potential adopters.

Our adoption process includes the following:

1. Adoption Application
To be considered for this cat(s) or kitten(s), you MUST complete an adoption application:
- Through our website (preferred) at www.scruffypawsanimalrescue.org/
- Email a copy to scruffypawsanimalrescue@gmail.com
- Drop off a hard copy to either of our partner PetSmart locations (Johnston or North Smithfield)
- Mail a hard copy to Scruffy Paws Animal Rescue at 2944 Post Rd. Warwick, RI 02886

2. Veterinary Reference
Please call your vet ahead of time to give permission to release records to our adoption team. Out-of-state adoptions typically require an exceptional veterinary reference and are at the discretion of our adoption team.

3. Proof of Home Ownership OR Landlord Approval
The landlord's contact information must be provided if renting so our adoption team can seek approval.

4. Home Visit
Please make sure you are located in our vicinity. We are based out of Warwick, RI. Due to COVID-19, we are currently doing virtual home visits until further notice.