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Jessie

APA-A-183807

Looks Like
Domestic Shorthair

Pattern
Tortie

Sex
Female

Estimated Age
1 Years
4 Months

Location
Foster

Adoption Fee
$99
Looks Like
Domestic Shorthair
Sex
Female
Current Weight
8 lbs
Estimated Age
1 Years
4 Months
Location
Foster
Adoption Fee
$99
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Playful, Curious, Affectionate

Meet Jessie—a dilute tortoiseshell beauty with a soft coat, a twitchy tail, and a big personality wrapped up in four adorable paws. She’s an animated little shadow who loves to follow her humans from room to room, always curious about what you’re up to. If you offer her your hand, she’ll happily lift her head for scritches, purring quietly as if to say, “Yes, human, you may adore me now.”

Jessie is a champion toy hunter—string, straps, catnip mice, wand toys—you name it, she’ll stalk it. Her play sessions are full of energy, but she also knows how to wind down and curl up next to you (or on you) for some calm companionship. She’s even been known to invite her humans to join her for mealtimes, chirping to make sure you know dinner is ready… for her.

While Jessie is unfazed by other cats, her reaction to dogs and kids is still a mystery. Because she startles at loud noises and sudden movements, she’d likely prefer a quieter home, though she could be happy with another gentle cat or possibly a patient dog.
With her stunning coat, expressive tail, and enthusiastic “biscuit-making” skills, Jessie will bring beauty, warmth, and a touch of silliness to your home. If you’re looking for a playful, affectionate cat who will be both your entertainment and your snuggle buddy, Jessie might just be your perfect match.

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 Jessie, please email [email protected].
Come meet your new best friend

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!.

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