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Max

APA-A-135153

Looks Like
Domestic Shorthair

Pattern
Tuxedo

Sex
Male

Estimated Age
3 Years
6 Months

Location
Foster

Adoption Fee
$25
Looks Like
Domestic Shorthair
Sex
Male
Current Weight
11 lbs
Estimated Age
3 Years
6 Months
Location
Foster
Adoption Fee
$25
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Charming, Zoomy, Independent

Max is a distinguished gentleman with a playful streak and a serious appreciation for window-side lounging. When he’s not mid-zoomie or scaling his cat tower, you’ll find him basking in the sun and keeping tabs on the neighborhood happenings like the true little mayor he is.

He’s got the energy of a kitten when the wand toy comes out, but Max also knows the value of downtime—he’s happy to curl up beside you for a nap or just enjoy his own quiet corner when he’s feeling introspective. He’s independent, not aloof; affectionate, but never clingy.

Max is rocking a very dapper grey-and-white tuxedo look, complete with a picture-perfect white stripe down his nose. He's also toothless, which just means he's extra special—and still enjoys his meals just fine, thank you very much (wet food with a side of crunchies, please).

He can vibe with other chill cats after a slow intro, and would do well in a home that respects his balance of play and peace.

Max would thrive with someone who works outside the house—he’s content doing his own thing during the day and will greet you with snuggles and purrs when you're back.

Max has tested positive for Feline Leukemia. FeLV is not a type of cancer. It's a virus that causes a weaker immune system and often a shorter life-span. For the most part, 'FeLVies' are just like any other cat. APA! provides FeLV-related treatment and support post-adoption. Max can only live with other FeLV+ cats, but dogs and other animals are just fine! Any questions? We'd love to talk with you about Max’s care.

All APA! cats are fully vetted, spayed or neutered, and have updated vaccines and a microchip. Lifetime support is offered by our Cat Behavior Team.

For further information or to meet Max, please email [email protected].
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Requirements

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We ask that all adult residents meet the cat to ensure he or she is a match for the entire family.

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Meet with an adoption counselor and fill out our adoption application in person. Please plan to spend 60-90 minutes to complete the adoption process, including visitation and paperwork.

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You must be at least 18 years of age.

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You must show a picture ID with a current address. If this isn't available, we will accept a picture ID with a current utility bill.

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You must live within 100 miles of Austin. Adopters of cats who are not yet spayed or neutered must live within Travis or Williamson County, and must put down a refundable $100 deposit in order to take the cat home prior to the surgery.

Our adoption fee varies per cat, but typically cats under 5 months are $124, adult cats are $99, and FeLV+ cats are $25. Our adoption fee includes:

Spay or neuter surgery

FeLV testing

Current vaccinations

Deworming treatment

Microchip

Lifetime behavior support

Accepted forms of payment include cash, debit or credit card, or money order payable to Austin Pets Alive!.

Want to learn more? Visit our FAQs Page

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