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Volunteers in Peterborough are interesting for sympathetic new house owners for a cat with explicit wants who has clocked up greater than 220 days in foster care.
Tiger wound up within the care of Cats Protection’s Peterborough Branch when her earlier proprietor moved into rental property with a landlord who didn’t enable pets. There have been makes an attempt to rehome Tiger twice since then however, after not settling efficiently, her foster crew is hoping that Tiger’s subsequent home shall be third time fortunate.
Karen, Adoption Team Leader at Cats Protection’s Peterborough Branch, mentioned: “Tiger was diagnosed with a flea allergy and dermatitis after coming into care. They were easily treated and she was soon adopted by a family with a young child but she didn’t settle and soon became nervous and hissy.
“The family wanted to persevere, to give her a chance, so they consulted a vet about the best way forward. After a month, her skin condition was much better but she still wasn’t happy so it was agreed that Tiger would return to the charity.”
Thankfully, Tiger’s charms quickly appealed to a different couple and she or he was rehomed once more however her luck didn’t maintain up for lengthy. In that home, she confirmed that she can not dwell with different cats and, though Cats Protection’s behaviour crew stepped in with recommendation and assist, it was thought finest to take Tiger again into our care.
Since then, Tiger has been cared for by an skilled Cats Protection fosterer, who has famous promising enchancment in her manner below the steering of the charity’s behaviour crew.
Volunteer fosterer, Katy, mentioned: “Tiger is gaining confidence and turning into extra relaxed and affectionate each day. She had a tricky begin in life and desires a peaceable home with a affected person proprietor whereas she settles. But it has been pretty attending to know her and successful her belief.
“Tiger has even started giving us affectionate little head butts and being so affectionate, it was very sweet. She loves her treats and comes running to have them when she hears the packet rustling.”
Tiger is exhibiting indicators of affection and snuggles down along with her fosterer when she is relaxed, however when she has had sufficient consideration, Tiger makes her temper clear and desires house to be left alone. Flea remedies have additionally helped her pores and skin situation.
Branch volunteers are searching for a quiet pet-free home with a protected backyard during which Tiger can chill out. She can also be not eager on young kids who could make her anxious and sometimes she will be able to lash out, so it’s a strictly no-kids coverage for Tiger.
Alice Warner, Cats Protection’s Regional Cat Welfare Advisor, mentioned: “Due to her skin allergy and troubled past, we will discuss a rehoming and care plan with Tiger’s new owners so that she has the best possible chance to settle and show that she can be a homely cat who enjoys a fuss. But she’s an independent girl, so it as to be on her own terms. I am sure the right person is out there.”
Anyone excited by discussing their suitability as Tiger’s new housemates, ought to contact the department at [email protected].
