Max A271984

Hi, I’m Max!

The staff at the OHS call me a Poet! Did you know that Poets thrive in calm, stable environments? When things are a little too new and different, these kitties have a hard time showing their true personalities. Because Poets find change so hard, they usually like lots of safe places to hide and high perches to rest on. While each Poet is a little different, things that usually bring them out of their shell include playing with their favourite toys, eating some of their favourite treats, and seeking attention from their favourite people. During periods of change, Poets need a safe refuge where they be surrounded by these favourite things.

Poets can have different preferences, and it might take a little while to figure them out. Some Poets prefer play interactions where they can stalk and hunt in a fun game with you, while others may enjoy curling in your lap for a cozy snooze. While you may not see a lot of them at first, they'll be thinking of you... and after they settle in, you'll think they've always belonged!

Special Considerations:

• I would do better in a quiet household and one where humans are at least 10 years of age.
• I often feel frightened by new people and situations. To help me adjust, I will need a safe space in the home to call my own.
• I am overweight, and I will need a veterinarian to oversee my weight loss plan to make sure I lose weight safely. I may need a prescription veterinary diet and regular veterinarian visits to follow my progress.
• I have excessive inflammation of my gums, possibly due to feline chronic gingivostomatitis (FCGS). I will require regular veterinary check-ups to monitor this condition. It is possible I will require ongoing veterinary dental care under anesthesia to manage my condition.
• I get along swimmingly with Sweet (A271985)!

I am a "Foster-Me-First" adoption. You can find more information about the Foster-Me-First Program here: https://www.ottawahumane.ca/adopt/#Doyouadoptoutanimalswithspecialneeds? or call to speak to the adoption team.

If you are interested in setting up an appointment to adopt me, please complete an adoption application.

My ID number is A271984 when you fill out my adoption application <3