Phoenix

About Phoenix

Breed

Domestic Shorthair

Sex

Male

Age

Adult

Location

Cedar Rapids, IA

Adoption fee

85

Set and collected by Last Hope Animal Rescue, not Everybarn.

From Last Hope Animal Rescue

When Phoenix was just a young fella, a good samaritan witnessed him being hit by a car. He had extensive injuries to his back end that required surgery but he rebounded quickly. Since that injury in 2021 Phoenix remains a fully mobile and active cat that can jump, climb, and play with ease, however he doesn't have full control of his bowels. With a consistent diet he has maintained small firm stools that will sometimes land outside of the litter box. He is fully litter box trained otherwise. Phoenix has tested positive for FeLV (Feline Leukemia Virus).While this can mean a shorter lifespan, they can still live happy, fulfilling lives with the right care - regular vet checkups, a stress-free environment, and good nutrition to support their immune systems. Cats like Phoenix don't see themselves as any different, they just need someone willing to give them a chance. In return, Phoenix will offer endless endless companionship, gentle cuddles, and his sweet personality. Phoenix has previously lived with other cats and does very well with laid-back companions who match his easygoing energy. Because he is FeLV+, he would need to live with another FeLV+ cat or a cat that has been…

In the rescue's own words, as they published it.

How adopting Phoenix works

Last Hope Animal Rescue decides every adoption: its application, its fee, its home check and its timing. Everybarn only shows this animal on the rescue's behalf, takes no payment and passes no messages.