Four-year-old cat seeks home after seven months at rescue

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 20 Oct, 07:02 · Archive

Felipe, a four-year-old black-and-white cat, has been waiting over seven months at an RSPCA centre in Lancashire for adoption.

Felipe, a four-year-old black-and-white domestic shorthair crossbreed, has been waiting more than seven months for a home at RSPCA Blackpool and North Lancashire's Longview Animal Centre in Stalmine. The cat was abandoned by his previous owner and became available for adoption in late February, making him the centre's longest-staying resident.

Although Felipe was timid when he first arrived, staff say he has developed into a 'real character'. He waits at the front of his pen or runs from his favourite orange chair to greet visitors with a meow, then climbs onto laps for gentle strokes. He is playful and responds well to treats.

However, carers have noticed that after more than half a year waiting, Felipe occasionally becomes overstimulated and gives small nips due to what they describe as 'frustration'. The RSPCA team believes this behaviour will ease once he has a home with more space and eventual outdoor access.

Felipe is seeking a quiet home where he will be the only pet. He can live with older, cat-savvy children who understand his boundaries. Interested adopters can apply through the RSPCA Perfect Match online form.

How it is being reported

• Felipe is rescue centre's longest staying cat after months of waiting for new homeA charming four-year-old cat who loves curling up on laps is searching for a loving home after spending more than seven months in the care of the RSPCA Blackpool and North Lancs branch.Westmorland Gazette · 20 Oct, 06:00
• Felipe is rescue centre's longest staying cat after months of waiting for new homeA charming four-year-old cat who loves curling up on laps is searching for a loving home after spending more than seven months in the care of the RSPCA Blackpool and North Lancs branch.NW Evening Mail · 20 Oct, 06:00

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