ARK animal of the week

Sweet Pea.

Southern Downs ARK has a number of dogs and cats up for adoption.

This week we’re highlighting SWEET PEA.

Age: 1 year, 8 months

Adoption fee: $300

About

My name is Sweet Pea.

Some people say I’m just a plain tabby and white cat, but my foster mum thinks differently.

When she cuddles me, she says, “Oh, Sweet Pea, you are a darling and I love you”.

It wasn’t always like that for me.

I ended up in the pound because no one wanted me.

I didn’t know much about humans and then all of a sudden I’m rescued and put in a foster home where I’ve enjoyed being fed, cuddled and looked after.

I’ve become very comfortable with my surroundings and as soon as anyone comes near me, I walk up for a cuddle and pat.

I particularly like it when my foster mum picks me up and says sweet things.

I enjoy head and back scratches and whatever attention and affection comes my way.

I love other cats and am happy to play with them.

My foster mum says I have the most silky soft coat, but I guess she’s biased.

I know she really does love me.

I like routine, particularly with food, and I can cope with strangers who are kind and not noisy.

Generally speaking, I don’t run away and hide.

I figure most people are as nice as my foster mum, aren’t they?

My wish list for my forever home is as follows:

– Quiet and calm

– Lots of cuddles

– Inside living only

– A couple of clean litter trays

– Plenty of food

– Time to myself when I need it

– Space to snooze and stretch

I’m pretty handy with the litter tray and I take pride in my appearance.

Having another feline friend in my forever home would be great, but I would also do well in a home by myself.

When you bring me home, give me time to settle in a small room of my own with all the things I need, including a place to hide, such as a box or cupboard.

Please understand that I won’t know you immediately, just like you won’t know me. Bonding can take a little time, just as it did with my foster mum.

It would be lovely to have a window in my room so I can look out at the world, but don’t put me outside.

Inside is where I’m safe.

When I’m ready, I’ll come out of my room and start exploring the house.

You’ll know our bonding has begun.

All my vet work is done and my adoption fee is $300.

I live in Warwick, Queensland so please come and meet me.

For more information and enquiries, follow the link: www.petrescue.com.au/listings/904043 or email info@southerndownsark.com.au