Cashew

Colour: DSH orange tabby
Born: Approximately April 22, 2022
Gender: Neutered male (microchipped)

History:

A curious home owner (who happens to be a PAW foster-provider) asked her neighbours why they were boarding up around the bottom of their backyard shed. The answer was that they were “tired of mother cats giving birth under it”. With all the nailing and hammering, apparently the most recent mother cat had bolted, along with all her kittens but one. That one (Peanut) was rescued almost immediately (and quickly adopted). A few weeks later, the remaining three kittens were trapped but sadly their orange mom was never captured. While Brazil remains unadopted, Hazel and Cashew were adopted. After three years, Cashew was returned through no fault of his own.

Personality:

Cashew’s sudden shift to a new environment didn’t worry him for long. After three years as an only-cat, he was suddenly confronted with a new foster-home with several felines. If this unnerved him, it didn’t last. He spent three days away from other cats, and then he was ready for company.  He also is eager to join others in play, but is still a little cautious. He gives off NO aggressive vibes and other cats see him as no threat. At least that’s been our experience. Was he missing the companionship of his own species all the time he was alone? Possibly, but we now know that he would benefit from living with another cat. He is in very good shape (following a dental, see below), active and loves to run.

As for people, Cashew was ready and willing to meet new humans right away. He’s a friendly fellow who loves cuddling and wants affection from the people he meets. This handsome fellow is ready for his new and permanent home right now.

(He looks a little apprehensive in his photographs but they were taken very soon after he was returned to PAW. He is a naturally relaxed feline.)

Health Note: On March 31, 2026, PAW had a dental done for Cashew. Sixteen teeth were removed (and yes, he is only four years old!). His mouth will need to heal for a couple of weeks but he must surely feel so much better!

After Cashew’s dental, he was moved to another foster home. Sometimes this happens. When a cat is returned, there is immediate need, and so the cat will often be squeezed in wherever possible. In this case, after an adoption, a foster home with fewer cats had an opening and now Cashew resides there. Like his story above, his integration was seamless. It’s a busier home than he may be used to; however, Cashew is his usual warm-heated self. Amazingly, Rebus, a resident sanctuary foster cat, who is notorious for challenging new cats, accepted Cashew immediately.