Mickey

MICKEY is a gorgeous BLUE SCOTTISH FOLD. Mickey is three years old, neutered, and has his claws.

Mickey came into rescue with his mom Polly because his owner could no longer care for them.

This adorable fur baby wears a lush, short blue coat with breed-standard blue nose leather and paw pads, and he has enormous, innocent eyes characteristic of Scottish Folds. As you may know Scottish Folds occurred as a spontaneous mutation in farm cats in Scotland in the 1960s. Unfortunately, the genetic abnormality that causes ear folding in the breed can cause cartilage abnormalities throughout their entire bodies. Individual Scottish Folds can carry one or two copies of the “fold” gene, and cats with two copies are prone to more extreme health problems affecting cartilage and bone.

Mickey has small, folded ears. The good news is that we had him tested, and he only carries one copy of the “fold” gene. Our vet has checked him out and given him a clean bill of health. But because he carries one copy of the gene, regular wellness vet care is more important than ever.

This gentle lamb was a bit shy when he first came into rescue, but he has warmed up in the short time he’s been here. He is a loving, sweet kitty who likes to play and socialize with his foster family. He is free-fed kibble, but loves his wet food and gets it twice a day. He is asking to go to a home that will continue to feed it to him.

Mickey would fit into most any home. We think with proper introductions, he would get along fine with another fur bud or two. Older, respectful kids would be great. As already mentioned, he came into rescue with his mom, who is also posted on our website. Since they’ve always been together, and get along great, adopting them together is certainly an option.

FOSTERED IN PEORIA, IL. ADOPTION FEE $250