Milwaukee Record is working in partnership with Urban Cat Coalition to help find loving homes for area cats. Each week, we—with generous sponsorship from Skilos, A Family Pet Store—plan to highlight a feline friend that’s currently up for adoption by naming it “Milwaukee Record’s Cat Of The Week.” This week: a friendly boy called Smokey.
Smokey came into our care this winter after we learned that his tail was completely degloved and badly infected. OUCH! As we rushed to get Smokey the medical attention he needed, we discovered he is a very friendly boy who is ready to be off the streets once and for all!
Despite the pain, this resilient gentle giant was on his back making air biscuits on the operating room table the morning of his surgery. Smokey is now a tail amputee, making him look even MORE like a baby hippo. He wears it well. He is healing wonderfully from his surgery and is a very happy, healthy boy.
Smokey is still working on his confidence, so he is looking for a patient adopter. He loves his foster parents dearly, but still sometimes needs to be scooped up from the corner and placed on the bed for interaction time. Once he is out of hiding, his true colors shine. He loves to be pet and will headbutt your hands if you stop. He adores other cats, and they really help bring him out of his shell, so a home with another congenial cat or two would be a dream for this guy.
Smokey loves showing belly, and he has a major case of “happy feet.” Smokey has the sweetest meow, although you won’t hear it much, as he is a pretty quiet, chill guy. With a little more time and trust (and a lot of Churu!), Smokey will be the perfect blend of independent and affectionate. If you are looking to provide this handsome fella with his forever home, please get an app in to schedule a meet and greet.
About
Characteristics
Affectionate, curious, friendly, funny, gentle, playful, loyal, independent, quiet, smart, loving
Coat length
Short
House-trained
Yes
Health
Vaccinations up to date, neutered
Good in a home with
Other cats
Prefers a home without
No children. Status with dogs and other animals unknown.
DOB
1/25/21
