Gus

About Gus (Domestic Short Hair) in Rootstown, OH 44272

Gus is waiting for you at Rose's Rescue in Rootstown, OH 44272. Meet Gus! This special guy is sweet, spunky, and full of energy. Gus loves toys (especially noisy ones), crinkly tunnels, cardboard scratchers, lounging by the fireplace, other cats, and attention from his favorite people. He is quite vocal and loves to chat, especially in the morning when he is (not very) patiently waiting for his breakfast. Gus is like other kittens in many ways, but he gets around differently than most. Gus has cerebellar hypoplasia (CH), often called wobbly cat syndrome. CH is a neurological condition that affects balance and coordination. It is not contagious, not painful, and non-progressive, meaning it will not worsen over time. Gus' CH is moderate, and he does not require medication or special medical treatment. Gus is incredibly resilient and has adapted well to his mobility differences. He can walk or run a few steps at a time unassisted (no more than 5-10 steps, typically), but mostly scoots around, relying on his front legs to pull himself forward. His back legs are strong, but he has less control over them. Gus loves to wrestle and pounce but frequently flops over. He cannot safely navigate stairs and needs supervision when on high furniture. Gus is litterbox trained and does a great job getting in and out of the box himself. He doesn't know life any other way and is happy and sweet-tempered with the loudest purr. Our lovable guy will have a full, high-quality life, but he does need a home willing to make a few accommodations for his safety and comfort, such as: A stable, cat-safe space without tall furniture he could fall from. In his foster home, he has a soft-sided playpen that he spends the day in while his caretakers are at work. Easy-access/low-entry litter boxes Soft landing spots, rugs, or non-slip mats No stairs, or the ability to block his access to stairs A caretaker willing to give him occasional baths A family that understands his mobility