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HAWS Adoptable Senior Cat, Dale

November is Adopt a Senior Pet month.

Dale is approximately 10 years old, he came to HAWS after being found in someone’s driveway. He is very friendly and social-able, he doesn't mind being picked up or brushed either. We think he would a love a lap to curl on and get lots of love and affection.

Remember that November is Adopt a Senior Pet month. Below are some reasons Petfinder came up with as to why adopting a senior cat is great!

-When senior cats are adopted, they seem to understand that they’ve been rescued, and are all the more thankful for it.

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-A senior cat’s personality has already developed, so you’ll know if he or she is a good fit for your family.

-Senior cats have the attention span and impulse control that makes them easier to train than their youthful counterparts.

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-A senior cat won’t grow any larger, so you’ll know exactly how much cat you’re getting.

-Senior cats are often content to just relax in your company, unlike younger cats, who may get into mischief because they’re bored.

-Senior cats are some of the hardest to find homes for β€” so when you adopt a senior cat, you’re truly saving a life.

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