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Pete

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Large
  • Domestic Short Hair

About Pete

Syracuse, NY

Breed

Domestic Short Hair

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Large
(12-16 lbs)
Coat: Short
Tabby (Gray / Blue / Silver)

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes
Special Needs:
No
Declawed:
No

Pete’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has good compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

Adoption Fee

$120

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Pete's Story

🐾 Pete – The Quiet Boy with a Big Heart<br/><br/>Pete is a stunning, big, silver tabby with the most soulful green eyes—and a story that makes him even more special.<br/><br/>Once a truly feral cat, Pete has spent the past several months learning that people can be kind, safe, and even… pretty great. And wow—has he come a long way!<br/>Today, Pete is a shy but incredibly sweet boy who has discovered he loves gentle petting (especially once he trusts you). What started as cautious interactions has turned into him seeking out affection and enjoying quiet bonding time with his person.<br/>He’s not the type to run up to strangers—but that’s what makes him so rewarding. Pete is the kind of cat who will choose you, and that bond is something really special.<br/><br/>💛 Personality<br/>Shy at first, but warms up with patience<br/>Loves gentle petting once comfortable<br/>Food motivated (a great way to win him over!)<br/>Quiet, observant, and low-key<br/><br/>🏡 Ideal Home<br/>Pete would thrive in:<br/>A calm, quiet home<br/>With patient adopters who understand shy cats<br/>A home with another friendly cat would be a bonus!<br/>No young children (too overwhelming for him)<br/><br/>🐱 The Reward<br/>Pete may take time to adjust—but for the right person, the reward is incredible.<br/>Watching him continue to come out of his shell, trust, and form a bond is something truly special. He’s already proven how far he can come—and he’s just getting started.<br/><br/>📝 A Note from His Foster<br/>Pete has made amazing progress since coming into care. He’s gone from completely feral to a cat who now enjoys human interaction and seeks out affection. With continued love and patience, he will absolutely continue to blossom.<br/><br/>💫 If you’re someone who believes the best things in life are worth a little patience, Pete might just be your perfect match.<br/><br/><br/><a href= "http://www.cnycatcoalition.org/adoption-application">Apply online at cnycatcoalition.org/adoption-application</a> (say you saw the cat on Petfinder)<br/><br/>Your donation of $120 will contribute to the cost of veterinary treatments the cat has received, such as spay/neuter, rabies and distemper vaccines, testing, microchipping, deworming, and flea and ear mite treatments.<br/><br/>Adoption includes a free lifetime microchip registration!

🐾 Pete – The Quiet Boy with a Big Heart

Pete is a stunning, big, silver tabby with the most soulful green eyes—and a story that makes him even more special.

Once a truly feral cat, Pete has spent the past several months learning that people can be kind, safe, and even… pretty great. And wow—has he come a long way!
Today, Pete is a shy but incredibly sweet boy who has discovered he loves gentle petting (especially once he trusts you). What started as cautious interactions has turned into him seeking out affection and enjoying quiet bonding time with his person.
He’s not the type to run up to strangers—but that’s what makes him so rewarding. Pete is the kind of cat who will choose you, and that bond is something really special.

💛 Personality
Shy at first, but warms up with patience
Loves gentle petting once comfortable
Food motivated (a great way to win him over!)
Quiet, observant, and low-key

🏡 Ideal Home
Pete would thrive in:
A calm, quiet home
With p

🐾 Pete – The Quiet Boy with a Big Heart

Pete is a stunning, big, silver tabby with the most soulful green eyes—and a story that makes him even more special.

Once a truly feral cat, Pete has spent the past several months learning that people can be kind, safe, and even… pretty great. And wow—has he come a long way!
Today, Pete is a shy but incredibly sweet boy who has discovered he loves gentle petting (especially once he trusts you). What started as cautious interactions has turned into him seeking out affection and enjoying quiet bonding time with his person.
He’s not the type to run up to strangers—but that’s what makes him so rewarding. Pete is the kind of cat who will choose you, and that bond is something really special.

💛 Personality
Shy at first, but warms up with patience
Loves gentle petting once comfortable
Food motivated (a great way to win him over!)
Quiet, observant, and low-key

🏡 Ideal Home
Pete would thrive in:
A calm, quiet home
With patient adopters who understand shy cats
A home with another friendly cat would be a bonus!
No young children (too overwhelming for him)

🐱 The Reward
Pete may take time to adjust—but for the right person, the reward is incredible.
Watching him continue to come out of his shell, trust, and form a bond is something truly special. He’s already proven how far he can come—and h

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Pete is from CNY Cat Coalition

[Syracuse, NY]

Our Mission
CNYCC is committed to ending cat overpopulation and homelessness through rescue, adoption, and spay/neuter. CNYCC is 501(c)3 not for profit, incorporated in New York, and a NYS Registered Shelter/Rescue, Registration No.: RR099

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