Swipe right on Gus!
If Gus could write a dating profile, his tagline would be "Looking for love and ready to settle down." He would also like you to know that he is a mature gentleman who believes in romance. Gus recently became a "health nut" to shed a few pounds and now he enjoys staying active, whether it be a morning zoomies session or playing with crinkle toys, and, if he's feeling frisky, attacking a catnip kick-a-roo. He hopes you're into PDA, because he has a big heart and loves to cuddle. He also enjoys long naps and chin scratches.
ABOUT GUS:
- This bachelor comes with a great character reference: his foster mom highly praises him and describes him as affectionate and charming.
- Gus is flirtatious and enjoys love and attention while purring contentedly.
- His signature move is to approach close, wrap his paws around your arm, nuzzle in, and give a head bump.
- He will comfort you with a reassuring head bonk, even at night.
- He often relaxes on his foster mom's desk during work hours and greets her at the door.
- Gus can experience occasional reactivity and may nip or hiss when overstimulated.
- His reactive behaviour has improved as he's become more comfortable.
- His foster mom will provide insights into his body language and preferences for a smooth transition to an adoptive home.
- Gus is generally the strong, silent type, but he can be vocal at mealtime.
- He enjoys company but also values independence.
- He prefers to make the first move in interactions.
- He dislikes loud noises and sudden movements, which make him jumpy or reactive.
- Gus lives with hyperthyroidism and takes methimazole transdermal (lipoderm) for this condition, which is a gel/cream that is easily administered to his ear.
- Gus is neutered, microchipped, dewormed, flea-treated, SNAP-tested for FIV/FeLV, and has received core vaccinations.
GUS' IDEAL HOME:
- A quiet home with an experienced cat owner and no small children or dogs is required for Gus.
- His previous relationship with a cat was a negative experience, and he doesn't want to get his heart broken again.
- The ideal scenario for Gus would be if he were the only pet in the household.
- Gus is currently on a special diet to improve his gastro health, so his future family should be committed to continuing with this, along with his thyroid medication.
If you're ready to open your heart and home to a distinguished gentleman like Gus, just swipe right...or rather, submit an adoption application today!
If you have any questions about Gus or the adoption process, please contact cats@etobicokehumanesociety.com
