Poco Domestic Short Hair Palmyra, VA

DSH Buff with Beautiful Amber Eyes
ADULT MALE; Est DOB: 6/9/ 2015
ARRIVAL: 9/13/2016
HISTORY: Poco came to us through Community Cats Rescue. He was rescued from a hoarding situation in Fredericksburg, VA, and tested FIV+.

People seem to be mesmerized by my eyes, which are the richest and most luminous amber shade they say they have ever seen. Insert blush of modesty here. Did I mention my great Yosemite Sam whiskers and lamb soft buff fur? It’s not uncommon for FIV kitties to have dental issues and I had mine, but ever since the vet took care of them I have gained weight and am called movie star handsome once again. I’m a flighty little guy at times and can be quite bashful with unfamiliar people, but as I cajole you for my much loved treats my shyness is replaced by flirtation and soft head bumps. By nature kindly and peaceful, I get along well with other cats. I may try not to show it but run your hand down my back and you’ll see that I really do enjoy human interaction and getting affection. In a room chock full of friendlies I may fly under the radar, but if you pay attention you’ll surely see me hanging out on the periphery, just waiting for a chance to share in the loving being doled out. I may be a bit of an introvert but beneath this unassuming exterior lies a whole lot of potential. Do come and say hello!

Winter 2024 Update: Recently voted the most chill and sedate of kitties, Poco is the master snoozer and napper! It's a rare day that you might find Poco outside a poofy bed on the window ledge. This handsome, buff colored fella stretches out to great lengths in his bed...perhaps even with feet draped over the edge... and spends his days watching the shenanigans in the room. Poco is by nature a much more solitary being so he's mostly alone but seems content to have his space and his peace and quiet. Cat Volunteer Scott reports that he can sneak in a random pet or two...the temptation of touching his plush coat is pretty high... but any more and Poco is on his way to a more quiet spot, free of the humans! We always enjoy Poco's presence in R3 as do the other cats in the room.

Fall 2023 Update: Poco unfortunately was just tagged to join the "Unwelcoming Committee '' in his room as we all know he's not a huge fan of most humans. He's a super tempting kitty to try to reach out and pet but alas, in most cases he's going to make a fast darting leap for safety and cover elsewhere. Volunteer Scott, having steadily worked with Poco for about 2 1/2 yrs now, reports however that it's possible for him to get in 1-3 pets on Poco and then "Poof," he's outta there! More recently, Poco has found companionship with Wawa, a newer and equally shy resident. The two of them position themselves in the same cat tree...always higher up and on different levels. One will alert the other to any human disturbances coming their way! LOL. Poco is healthy and in good spirits so it will be fun to watch him enjoy the pretty fall season with his new friend Wawa in his comfort zone.