Elm and Hickory are two incredibly sweet boys. They very rarely will be found more than 10ft away from either each other or their humans. They love playing with wand toys and mice-like toys, Hickory will even fetch! If their humans are not around to play with, they also enjoy chasing and hunting each other, or sitting on the windowsill watching the birds. Elm especially loves to chirp at any birds or squirrels spotted outside. Both also love afternoon naps snuggled up in bed with their humans. Often, they will lie on either side of their humans. Hickory is quite silly and loves sleeping in the bathroom sink and drinking from the tap. He will often sprint in the direction of the washroom if he thinks you are heading in that direction. Hickory also enjoys being held with his front paws over his human’s shoulder, preferably while getting a new angle to look out the window. Elm might take a little longer to warm up to new people initially, but he might be even more of a lovebug than Hickory! Elm loves sleeping on his humans’ feet, or on the desk with his head leaning on their arm while they are working. These two silly love bugs will bring joy to anyone’s life, but would benefit the most from someone who isn’t gone for more than 8 hours a day and who makes sure to spend daily dedicated play and cuddle time.

Elm & Hickory are available for adoption on a foster-to-adopt basis due to ongoing health concerns. Please send an email to adopt@theaveryfoundation.ca to learn more.

The Avery Foundation is a foster-based rescue that helps stray cats and dogs in need in and around the Ottawa area. All our cats and dogs that are adopted out are spayed/neutered and have had their core vaccinations. Our adoption process involves an application; reference checks, interview, and home visit prior to placement. If you’re interested in adopting, please apply online at: https://www.theaveryfoundation.ca/adoption/adoption-application/cats/