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River

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Extra Large

About River

Shakespeare, ON

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Extra Large
(17+ lbs)
Coat: Long
Tabby (Brown / Chocolate), White

Behavior

Personality
Dignified, Independent, Loyal, Quiet, Loofer
House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

River’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.

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River's Story

📄 RIVER — Professional Introvert (Feline)<br/><br/>Birthday: ~March 17, 2021<br/>Star Sign: Pisces 🐟 (Will absolutely “swim away” when overwhelmed)<br/>Credentials: Neutered • Vaccinated • Microchipped • Low-Drama Icon<br/><br/>🐾 Objective<br/><br/>Seeking a quiet forever home where my hobbies—staring out windows, light zoomies, and avoiding chaos—are fully appreciated.<br/><br/>✨ Qualifications<br/><br/>Doesn’t do “cat stuff.”<br/>Zero interest in curtain climbing, counter surfing, shelf yeeting, or midnight parkour.<br/><br/>Expert Rumble-Purrer.<br/>Engine sounds comparable to a semi-truck idling.<br/><br/>Master of Cleanliness.<br/>Immaculate litter habits. Would make Marie Kondo proud.<br/><br/>Low-Key Zoomer.<br/>Zoomies come in “gentle mode” only. Best enjoyed with a tray-ball toy.<br/><br/>Window Enthusiast.<br/>Can watch birds, neighbors, and leaves for hours. Will not file reports.<br/><br/>Affection Style:<br/>“I sit near you because I love you.”<br/>Touch optional. Proximity guaranteed.<br/><br/>😬 Areas for Growth (Please Don’t Rush Me)<br/><br/>Startles if you blink too loudly.<br/><br/>Still suspicious of hands, sudden movements, flirt sticks, and TVs that move.<br/><br/>Accepts pets only on the shoulders… and only if you’re cool about it.<br/><br/>Head pets? That’s a no from me, dawg.<br/><br/>Overstimulates faster than a toddler in a candy store.<br/><br/>🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Social Experience<br/><br/>Has shared territory with another cat (Krissy):<br/>Phase 1: “Absolutely not.”<br/>Phase 2: “Mildly offended.”<br/>Phase 3: “Fine, I guess we can nap near each other.”<br/><br/>Dogs? Unknown.<br/><br/>Humans? He’ll tolerate your presence… eventually even enjoy it.<br/><br/>🏡 Ideal Home<br/><br/>Quiet<br/><br/>Patient<br/><br/>Not sponsored by Chaos™<br/><br/>Comes with a window shelf and respect for personal boundaries<br/><br/>🌟 Special Skills<br/><br/>Rolling onto his back and looking extremely adoptable<br/><br/>Watching you cuddle other cats as he tries to decode the concept<br/><br/>Being adorable without trying<br/><br/>Pisces-level emotional depth<br/><br/>📬 Hire River Today<br/><br/>He’s not your typical clingy lap cat — he’s your introverted coworker who eventually warms up and becomes the funniest person in the office… once you earn his trust.

📄 RIVER — Professional Introvert (Feline)

Birthday: ~March 17, 2021
Star Sign: Pisces 🐟 (Will absolutely “swim away” when overwhelmed)
Credentials: Neutered • Vaccinated • Microchipped • Low-Drama Icon

🐾 Objective

Seeking a quiet forever home where my hobbies—staring out windows, light zoomies, and avoiding chaos—are fully appreciated.

✨ Qualifications

Doesn’t do “cat stuff.”
Zero interest in curtain climbing, counter surfing, shelf yeeting, or midnight parkour.

Expert Rumble-Purrer.
Engine sounds comparable to a semi-truck idling.

Master of Cleanliness.
Immaculate litter habits. Would make Marie Kondo proud.

Low-Key Zoomer.
Zoomies come in “gentle mode” only. Best enjoyed with a tray-ball toy.

Window Enthusiast.
Can watch birds, neighbors, and leaves for hours. Will not file reports.

Affection Style:
“I sit near you because I love you.”
Touch optional. Proximity guaranteed.

😬 Areas for G

📄 RIVER — Professional Introvert (Feline)

Birthday: ~March 17, 2021
Star Sign: Pisces 🐟 (Will absolutely “swim away” when overwhelmed)
Credentials: Neutered • Vaccinated • Microchipped • Low-Drama Icon

🐾 Objective

Seeking a quiet forever home where my hobbies—staring out windows, light zoomies, and avoiding chaos—are fully appreciated.

✨ Qualifications

Doesn’t do “cat stuff.”
Zero interest in curtain climbing, counter surfing, shelf yeeting, or midnight parkour.

Expert Rumble-Purrer.
Engine sounds comparable to a semi-truck idling.

Master of Cleanliness.
Immaculate litter habits. Would make Marie Kondo proud.

Low-Key Zoomer.
Zoomies come in “gentle mode” only. Best enjoyed with a tray-ball toy.

Window Enthusiast.
Can watch birds, neighbors, and leaves for hours. Will not file reports.

Affection Style:
“I sit near you because I love you.”
Touch optional. Proximity guaranteed.

😬 Areas for Growth (Please Don’t Rush Me)

Startles if you blink too loudly.

Still suspicious of hands, sudden movements, flirt sticks, and TVs that move.

Accepts pets only on the shoulders… and only if you’re cool about it.

Head pets? That’s a no from me, dawg.

Overstimulates faster than a toddler in a candy store.

🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Social Experience

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How To Adopt

River was listed as ADOPTABLE by Real Trooper Cat Rescue
How can I adopt River?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Real Trooper Cat Rescue. 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 River 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 Real Trooper Cat Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet River?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Real Trooper Cat Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for River, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Real Trooper Cat Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
Real Trooper Cat Rescue's Adoption Policy
Adopters complete an online application which includes 2 personal references and a vet reference. They forward pictures of their home for a virtual home visit. Upon approval they have a meet and greet with the cats/kittens of interest. An adoption contract is completed if a match is made and their new family member goes home with them.

River is from Real Trooper Cat Rescue

[Shakespeare, ON]

Our Mission
Real Trooper Cat Rescue is a foster based rescued committed to helping homeless cats in Perth East and surrounding communities. We aim to rescue, socialize, vet and find well matched purrfect homes for the cats in our care

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