This very handsome boy is Mr Big Stuff (MBS), and he’s looking for a very special home. His name makes him sound like he is a big macho boy, but in truth he’s the exact opposite. He was rescued from a hoarding situation when he was about a year old. Not only was he under-socialized during his first year of life, but he was also not treated very well. Therefore, he is still learning how to trust people. Mr Big Stuff needs a very quiet, cat-experienced home to help him become the amazing cat that he has the ability to become.
When MBS first arrived in our care, his entire coat was heavily matted and he had to be shaved. He has sores all over his skin, he was incredibly skinny, he was very dirty and he was covered in ticks. Our wonderful vets were able to get MBS in good physical shape and now we’re working on his mental health.
Despite being very unsure in new situations, MBS has never shown an ounce of aggression. He is introverted and prefers to avoid conflict. He’s very gentle and just wants to live a happy, comfortable life. What he needs is a loving, compassionate person to help him learn that bonding with people can be a positive thing. He is very food motivated, which helps him make positive associations with people.
MBS is most comfortable when around other cats. Ideally, he would love a home with another friendly cat or two who can help him see that spending time with people is a good thing. Since MBS is so submissive, a cat that wont boss him around (and that will mother him) is best. It is going to take him quite some time to bond with a new family, so adopting him will require some patience.
Due to the Maine Coon part of his ancestry, grooming MBS on a regular basis will be important to help keep his coat in good shape. We haven’t had to do much grooming yet because he coat has been slowing growing back after being shaved, but it will need to become a regular part of his routine (or he’ll need to be shaved regularly by a professional groomer.) Grooming will also be a good way to create a bond with MBS.
MBS needs a home without dogs or children.
This poor boy absolutely breaks our hearts and melts them at the same time. He has had such a hard start to life and he deserves the world. Every time we see him making little strides in his confidence, it makes us so happy and we can’t wait to see which life-joy he’ll discover next.
If you are interested in Mr Big Stuff, please contact us at victoriapets@gmail.com, or go to https://victoriapets.ca/adoption-process/ for more information about our adoption process.
