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Flameheart

American Shorthair / Mixed (short coat) · Baby (1 year 5 months) · Male · Large · Lyons, IL

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Notes from Azrael's Place NFP

Meet Flameheart!

Hi... I'm Flameheart, and I have a confession: I know my name sounds really brave and strong, but... I don't always FEEL brave and strong.

I'm a big orange boy - like, I'm genuinely one of the bigger kittens in my litter. People expect me to be bold and confident because of my size. But here's the truth? Inside this big fluffy body is a gentle soul who gets overwhelmed pretty easily. The world is loud and unpredictable, and sometimes I just want to hide behind my siblings and let THEM be the brave ones.

I'm what you might call a "mushy boy" - I'm soft in every way. Soft fur, soft heart, soft personality. I WANT to be close to you, I WANT to trust you, I WANT to cuddle up and be your big baby... I'm just scared to take that first step.

But you know what helps? FOOD. Oh my goodness, food! When the food bowl comes out, suddenly the world doesn't seem so scary. Food means safety. Food means love. Food means maybe everything is going to be okay. If you want to win my heart (and it's absolutely available for winning), the way in is definitely through my stomach.

Here's what I dream about: a person who won't judge me for being a sensitive guy. Someone who understands that big doesn't mean fearless. Someone patient enough to let me come to them at my own pace - maybe with some tasty treats to help me along the way. Someone who'll let me be their gentle giant, their big mushy boy who just needs a little extra reassurance that the world is safe.

I have SO much love to give. It's all stored up in here, just waiting for someone who'll help me feel brave enough to share it.

Will you be gentle with my big, soft heart?

About Flameheart

Gets along with

Kids
No
Cats
Yes

Home and care

House-trained
Yes
Indoor or outdoor
Indoor Only
Needs a yard
No
Fence
Not Required
Energy
Moderate
Exercise needs
Not Required
Grooming needs
Not Required
Shedding
Moderate
How vocal
Some
With new people
Friendly
Training
Has Basic Training
Owner experience
Some needed
Coat
Short

Health

Vaccinations current
Yes
Special needs
No

GentleIntelligentGood with seniorsSkittish

As listed by Azrael's Place NFP. Please confirm anything important with them before you adopt.

Can't adopt right now? Azrael's Place NFP is looking for a foster home for Flameheart. Fostering is short-term, and the rescue usually covers food and vet care. Ask them about it.

What happens next

  1. Contact Azrael's Place NFP using the button. AdoptNearby does not take applications.
  2. They will send you their application or ask a few questions about your home.
  3. Most organizations arrange a meet, sometimes a home visit, then a small adoption fee that usually covers spay or neuter and vaccines. That fee is paid to Azrael's Place NFP, never to AdoptNearby.
  4. Read the cats care guide so you arrive prepared.
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