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To read all about Ben you will need to read this thread from the beginning!
Sorry its such a poor photo of him!
Ben is a pale ginger, neutered male cat. Aged between 7 and 10 years old Ben came into the care of the CP as a cat taken on by a lady who had known his previous elderly owner who had died. We took him in urgently as it became apparent that he had some going on with his ears that the owner was not able to afford to treat. His ears were badly infected and this required urgent surgery. Ben came through the surgery and needed dental work including the removal of some teeth and a further operation to remove a benign growth. Ben is now putting on weight and his general condition is steadily improving. The original problem with Ben's ear will require monitoring with 6months check ups..|The branch is willing to help with costs for any future problems with his ears, however initial signs are good that he will not have any more issues with his ears!
Ben's hearing is not good - he may be deaf so any future home will need to allow for this - he will struggle to hear cars approaching. Although he seems not to worry to go outside, we feel that he would benefit from outside access in a secure garden or away from busy roads.
Ben has an unusual tail which adds to his charm. Ben is very affectionate and gentle, he loves to sit on laps and being fussed. He loves company and being groomed and would enjoy a home where he will have plenty of human company - possibly a home with adults or older children would be best as he is nervous of being handled around his ears. Ben is a good eater and is enjoying at least three meals a day (plus snacks) while he gains weight. He can use a litter tray and a cat flap and enjoys a comfortable bed to curl up in if no lap is available. Ben is nervous when travelling in a cat basket to the vets and any future home will need to be prepared for accidents caused by stress while travelling - (hardly surprising when you take into account the number visits he has had recently to the vets). After all that Ben has been through in the last few months he is now looking for a new home where he will make an excellent companion. Ben is outgoing and lets you know how happy he is by purring loudly. Ben is ready to spend long winter evenings curled up on a lap or sofa next to someone he isn't likely to tear around playing with toys and climbing the curtains. Ben would possibly enjoy being the only cat in the home or sharing a home with another cat of a similar laid back, gentle nature (Ben is not an aggressive, domineering type so could be intimidated).
Ben is neutered, fully vac and chipped!
Home checks will be required, even if rehoming outside our area! So help from your local CP branch will be required to do this
If you are interested in meeting this mild mannered, friendly, mature and distinctive looking cat please contact Canterbury CP 01227 266838 or email canterburycpl@btopenworld.com
