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Francesca

APA-A-186492

Looks Like
Domestic Shorthair

Pattern
Tabby

Sex
Female

Estimated Age
7 Years
6 Months

Location
Foster

Adoption Fee
$25
Looks Like
Domestic Shorthair
Sex
Female
Current Weight
6 lbs
Estimated Age
7 Years
6 Months
Location
Foster
Adoption Fee
$25
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Calm, Resilient, Silly, Lovable!

Upon arrival in her foster home, Francesca quickly warmed up after a bit of initial shyness! She is relaxed, happy, and at peace to be in a loving home. Her personality continues to blossom with time, and she shows a sense of humor; she isn’t super playful so far, but will cutely play with the water in her water bowl, drinking with both paws in it! (She would probably love a kitty water fountain.) She will also nap in the laundry hamper on top of a pile of clothes to be washed! She enjoys being around humans and quietly keeping them company on the floor, sofa, or bed, and will follow you around the house as you do chores.

Francesca is actually quite social and loves getting pets and scratches - particularly under the chin - but isn't a big fan of being held at this point. Give her a quiet place she can tuck herself into until she is comfortable, and in no time at all she will emerge for pets! She calmly, quietly, and quickly works her way into your heart with her steadfast companionship and sweetness.

Francesca wasn’t cared for prior to coming to APA!, and we are correcting that for her! She recently had a damaged eye removed, some routine dental care, and is being treated for itchy spots. Despite that, she loves people quickly, and is the epitome of being both a lover and a fighter! The world has thrown a lot of challenges at this beautiful brown and white tabby but she's pushing through every day with a pep in her step and willingness to love and trust the humans around her.

We imagine Francesca’s ideal home to be just like her: calm and quiet, where she can enjoy the company of adults, young adults, and gentle older kids who will provide all the love she deserves after a rough start to her life. If you are looking for a sweet, steadfast companion who loves attention and hanging out with you, Francesca is ready to meet you! Contact us today.

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 Francesca, 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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