Peacock

Peacock is a very loving cat who adores to be pet and cuddled. He got his name from the unique patterns on his fur, which is short but silky soft. He can be a bit shy at first but once he is comfortable, he will be all over your legs and even “melting” when petted – he will fall in your lap or on the floor and start rolling over. He is also quite energetic, preferring more mobility at playtime – he loves to jump while chasing the stick with the hanging toy. Once he spends the energy, he goes to bed for a long nap.

But he didn’t start life in an easy way, that’s why it’s so rewarding to see him being trusting, playful and happy. Peacock was born as a stray kitten in the streets in Bulgaria, and was found by our volunteers around the garbage bins behind a big hotel. He was bitten by fleas and malnourished, and it took several weeks of proper care and feeding to get him healthy.

Now he is living with a foster parent in the Netherlands where he is able to explore, play and build the habits of living in a home. He shows curiosity to go outside but has never been outside a home so it’s not clear if he can be an inside-outside cat, so an environment where he can go on a safe terrace or a secured balcony will be preferred.

He is a vocal cat and will tell you what he thinks, especially around mealtimes. He is crazy about treats in any shape, way or form, and he loves food, so it’s easy to help him build the right behaviors and to reward him, and to help him to open up to a new environment and people.

He is good with children and we recommend him as a pet for children over 12 years of age as that’s the better fit for him and Peppermint as an inseparable pair.

Peacock is neutered, with all current vaccinations, has a chip and an international passport.