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Hearts Break As Cat Adopted As Kitten Back in Shelter ‘Still Full of Love’

Hearts Break As Cat Adopted As Kitten Back in Shelter ‘Still Full of Love’

Summary

A cat named Sal, who was adopted as a kitten from a Los Angeles-area rescue, was returned to the shelter as an adult and is waiting for a new home. The cat is known for his unique personality and has gained exposure through a viral TikTok video, but he remains unadopted despite interest from viewers. His age and behavior might be factors affecting his adoption speed.

Key Facts

  • Sal is a gray cat who was originally adopted as a kitten and later returned to the shelter as an adult.
  • He was rescued and bottle-fed by the organization Stray No More.
  • A TikTok video about Sal reached nearly 700,000 views, but he is still awaiting adoption.
  • The rescue describes Sal as affectionate but sometimes overwhelmed, with unique communication through body language.
  • Sal is considered best suited for a quieter home with patient and experienced cat adopters.
  • Research shows that both age and behavior significantly affect the adoption speed of cats.
  • Older cats, like Sal, tend to take longer to be adopted.

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