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Tipper

  • Adult
  • Male
  • Medium
  • Domestic Short Hair

About Tipper

Brevard, NC

Breed

Domestic Short Hair

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Male
Medium
(7-11 lbs)
Coat: Short
Gray & White

Behavior

House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes
Special Needs:
Yes

Tipper’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

    This pet has good compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has good compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Tipper's Story

Tipper has a condition called Cerebellar Hyperplasia. This is a neurological condition that causes Tipper to be very wobbly on his feet. This doesn’t slow him down at all, and he plays, eats and has fun like any normal kitty. With age, Tipper's condition may improve somewhat, but he will not get any worse.<br/><br/>He is nearing 8 years of age at this point and is moderate. He has aged into a not very playful cat, he prefers getting up onto the bed and watching out the window for the majority of the day. He has a bit of single bottle baby syndrome which means he throws tantrums when he doesn't get what he wants. Sometimes his foster mom can calm him down enough to get him to do what needs to be done, other times he is just pouty and mad all day long. He's allot like a toddler and a grumpy old man. <br/><br/>He does get around well and is able to eat dry and drink from a normal water bowl/fountain, but he is not 100% litter box reliable, oftentimes going to the bathroom in front of the litter box instead of in the box. He lays on his side to use the restroom and sometimes falls in it. He is good for baths most of the time if you have a good scruff, he does not feel secure if just being held and will panic in the water. <br/><br/>He does not like a carrier but rides shot gun very well. His favorite thing is to go through the BoJangles drive thru and his foster parents share small pieces of biscuit with him. He has a pet stroller that is his favorite way to travel and will not jump out unless he is at home. He loves to go to the farmer's market or just anywhere except PetSmart for adoption days. <br/><br/>He will either love or hate you and there is no telling beforehand. If you have children or plan to have children then he is not the cat for you. He will get mad and hold a grudge if you leave him for vacation and have someone come babysit him. He likes to sleep in the bed, he will sleep on the edge but it worries his foster mom that he will fall out so she always moves him to the middle between his foster parents. If you get up to use the bathroom he will steal your pillow and be very upset when you take it back. When he is in a good mood and it's cool in the house he lays under his foster mom's arm with his head on her shoulder and his arm laid across her. He is really a sweet fun cat just has attitude problems that appear allot.<br/><br/>If you have any questions about adopting and caring for a kitty with special needs, please contact us!

Tipper has a condition called Cerebellar Hyperplasia. This is a neurological condition that causes Tipper to be very wobbly on his feet. This doesn’t slow him down at all, and he plays, eats and has fun like any normal kitty. With age, Tipper's condition may improve somewhat, but he will not get any worse.

He is nearing 8 years of age at this point and is moderate. He has aged into a not very playful cat, he prefers getting up onto the bed and watching out the window for the majority of the day. He has a bit of single bottle baby syndrome which means he throws tantrums when he doesn't get what he wants. Sometimes his foster mom can calm him down enough to get him to do what needs to be done, other times he is just pouty and mad all day long. He's allot like a toddler and a grumpy old man.

He does get around well and is able to eat dry and drink from a normal water bowl/fountain, but he is not 100% litter box reliable, oftentimes going to the bathroom in front of the litter box instead of in the box. He la

Tipper has a condition called Cerebellar Hyperplasia. This is a neurological condition that causes Tipper to be very wobbly on his feet. This doesn’t slow him down at all, and he plays, eats and has fun like any normal kitty. With age, Tipper's condition may improve somewhat, but he will not get any worse.

He is nearing 8 years of age at this point and is moderate. He has aged into a not very playful cat, he prefers getting up onto the bed and watching out the window for the majority of the day. He has a bit of single bottle baby syndrome which means he throws tantrums when he doesn't get what he wants. Sometimes his foster mom can calm him down enough to get him to do what needs to be done, other times he is just pouty and mad all day long. He's allot like a toddler and a grumpy old man.

He does get around well and is able to eat dry and drink from a normal water bowl/fountain, but he is not 100% litter box reliable, oftentimes going to the bathroom in front of the litter box instead of in the box. He lays on his side to use the restroom and sometimes falls in it. He is good for baths most of the time if you have a good scruff, he does not feel secure if just being held and will panic in the water.

He does not like a carrier but rides shot gun very well. His favorite thing is to go through the BoJangles drive thru and his foster parents share small pieces of biscuit with him. He has a

How To Adopt

Tipper was listed as Adoptable by TAAG /Transylvania Animal Alliance Group
How can I adopt Tipper?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with TAAG /Transylvania Animal Alliance Group. 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 Tipper 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 TAAG /Transylvania Animal Alliance Group for details on the pet.
When can I meet Tipper?
If you've submitted an inquiry, TAAG /Transylvania Animal Alliance Group will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Tipper, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to TAAG /Transylvania Animal Alliance Group, and they'll be happy to help!
TAAG /Transylvania Animal Alliance Group's Adoption Policy
Adoption through TAAG is an engaging process. We love our animals as much as you do, and we are careful to send them to their perfect homes. You will be working with our experienced adoption team to find the right match for your family and your home. All adoptions are based upon approval of our application. TAAG's adoption fee is $125, which includes: -Spay/Neuter through the ASPCA Spay/Neuter Alliance -Rabies shot -Microchip -FVRCP vaccine series -Worming -Flea medication TAAG is a foster organization, which means all of the cats have been raised in the loving homes of their fosters. With the exception of a few kitty ambassadors who stay in our adoption center at the PetSmart in Arden during the week, all of our cats remain in foster and travel to our adoption days until they find their forever home Please come visit all of our cats at our adoption events, every Saturday at the PetSmart in Arden, NC!

Tipper is from TAAG /Transylvania Animal Alliance Group

[Brevard, NC]

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