Duke & Duchess are both very sweet, kind, gentle and playful. Duke has a variety of facial expressions and you can easily tell what he is thinking. He will call Duchess into whatever room he decides he wants to be in as he does not like to be far from her. They are extremely bonded and must stay together. Duchess is more reserved and cautious. She likes to cuddle but won’t seek it out. If the timing is right she’ll give big purrs and lick your hand in appreciation. She takes a little longer to join in play time but is quite a character once you get her moving. They are good with other cats. Duke is very interested in other cats but can be a bit of a pest because he will follow them everywhere. They both like to watch the dogs from the window. They will likely do well with a quiet cat savvy dog.
When we first met them they behaved and had been living like feral cats. They were young, not spayed/neutered and are clearly littermates. We have been working with them for quite some time now and they have come a very long way but they still need work. They need someone who will initiate play and cuddle time. Duke has not declined an invitation to do either of those things in months. Duchess has been playing but has just started to enjoy a cuddle. We have not gotten to the point where they are okay with being picked up. They will do best in a quiet home without small children. These two still run away whenever there is a new noise or unexpected movement but they return with interest shortly after. They will likely take weeks to settle into a new home.
Duke & Duchess are about 1 – 2 years old, litter box trained, spayed, microchipped, dewormed and treated for fleas. We are looking for indoor only homes or an indoor home with fully contained outdoor access.
Their adoption fee is $500.00 for two (including tax). Our adoption procedures have changed due to COVID-19. At this time viewing will be done after your application has been approved and by appointment only. If you are interested please contact us at 250-414-0233 and we will email you an adoption application.