Hi, guys. I'm hoping maybe you can help me out or give me some advice for rehoming a kitty in Minneapolis. I've already contacted a no-kill I adopted from, as well as a friend involved in cat rescue. I am trying to sound as many horns as I can, because finding the right home is not going to be easy.
My father is very ill and can no longer take care of his cat. Problem is, he won't let me take her, and I can see why. She was previously neglected, and though indoor, has almost a semi-feral bent to her with a tendency towards aggression. My cat, on the other hand, was also neglected, but this made her fearful and submissive. I am still working on bringing her out of her shell. There's no way they could live together in peace -- I don't have enough room to keep them separate and give them both enough space.
There is a nearby no-kill cat rescue I could take her to, but if it's at all possible, I want to rehome her personally. This is the third home she'll be losing, and I want it to be the last.
She's roughly 3 years old, a pretty moggie cat. My father describes her issues as obstinance and defensiveness, and she does bite when pushed. But we both know there's a sweet cat in there. He just didn't have enough time before he got sick, or possibly his just isn't quite the right home.
She needs an experienced cat lover who can work with her and bring out the cat she could be.
Right now, she is alone in his apartment, and I am taking care of her basic needs after work. My dad lives half an hour away, there is no transit, and I can't drive. I require a friend to drive me out every time, which makes this a messy arrangement. I also don't want her alone for too long, for fear she'll become even less socialized.
Any resources, references, or potential adopters in the Minneapolis/St. Paul greater metro area, please help.
My father is very ill and can no longer take care of his cat. Problem is, he won't let me take her, and I can see why. She was previously neglected, and though indoor, has almost a semi-feral bent to her with a tendency towards aggression. My cat, on the other hand, was also neglected, but this made her fearful and submissive. I am still working on bringing her out of her shell. There's no way they could live together in peace -- I don't have enough room to keep them separate and give them both enough space.
There is a nearby no-kill cat rescue I could take her to, but if it's at all possible, I want to rehome her personally. This is the third home she'll be losing, and I want it to be the last.
She's roughly 3 years old, a pretty moggie cat. My father describes her issues as obstinance and defensiveness, and she does bite when pushed. But we both know there's a sweet cat in there. He just didn't have enough time before he got sick, or possibly his just isn't quite the right home.
She needs an experienced cat lover who can work with her and bring out the cat she could be.
Right now, she is alone in his apartment, and I am taking care of her basic needs after work. My dad lives half an hour away, there is no transit, and I can't drive. I require a friend to drive me out every time, which makes this a messy arrangement. I also don't want her alone for too long, for fear she'll become even less socialized.
Any resources, references, or potential adopters in the Minneapolis/St. Paul greater metro area, please help.
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I am so sorry to hear about your father being ill and the now situation with the kitty. My hope for this kitty is to come to live with you - somehow. With you and your other cat. I think it is at least worth a try and I have a suggestion if you are willing. At least until you can find a suitable place for your dad's cat - this may work. Many of us use cages to bring in another cat into our home of already existing resident kitties. A cage is a great way for the cats to see each other safely and acclimate to the smell of each other without direct contact. It really works well. I am going to post a thread here so you can see the crate option and there are links to cage sizes and brands in that thread. I have always used the Midwest Cat Playpen as the kitty can have some vertical space option. 
