purrince

Purrince — The Gentle Giant Who Thinks He's a Lap Cat Hi! I'm Purrince... and yes, I know what you're thinking. "That's a very big cat." You're right—I tip the scales at around 14 pounds. But in my heart? I'm convinced I'm the perfect lap-sized kitty. If you sit down, there's a very good chance I'll climb into your lap, rest my head on your hand (or your feet), and settle in for a cozy cuddle. Before Give Me Shelter rescued me from the Stockton shelter, I wasn't feeling my best. I was a favorite with the volunteers, but I was at risk simply because I had stomatitis—a painful condition that made eating uncomfortable. Thankfully, the rescue got me the dental care I desperately needed. Most of my sore teeth were removed, and now I feel so much better. These days, I'm focused on what I do best: loving people. I'm the kind of cat who wants to be wherever you are. Folding laundry? I'll supervise. Working on your computer? I can help with that too (whether you need it or not). Walking from one room to another? I'll happily follow along. I just enjoy being part of whatever you're doing. When it's time to relax, I'm all about the cuddles. I'll nap beside you on the couch, curl up on soft blankets and pillows, or gently headbutt your hand to remind you that pets are always appreciated. If I'm especially relaxed, I absolutely melt for a nice face massage. And from the very first day in foster care, I proved I'm an expert biscuit maker. I'm playful too! Wand toys and little toy mice are some of my favorites, and I love stretching out on my cat tower to keep an eye on everything. Despite my impressive size, I still try to squeeze into spaces that are clearly designed for much smaller cats. My foster says I genuinely believe I'm tiny—and honestly, I don't see the problem. I'm friendly with everyone I meet and love making new friends. I'm usually pretty quiet, unless dinner is on the way or I'm excited to see you. Like any cat, I'll politely let you know if I need a little personal space, but most of the time I'm happiest being close to my people. Concerned about me being FIV+? Don't be—there's lots of helpful information out there to put your mind at ease. I can live a long, healthy life, meow. If you'd like to learn more, here's a great resource from Cornell University. Want to see more of my giant, cuddly adventures? Follow my foster journey on Instagram: @hayes_kitty_corner If you've been dreaming of a sweet, affectionate, oversized cuddle buddy who thinks every lap was made just for him, I think we should meet. Purrince was rescued from Stockton Animal Services by Give Me Shelter Cat Rescue. Please note:Purrince has tested positive for FIV.