Meet Vaquero.

Dallas, TX · 8 months · Domestic Short Hair (medium coat)

Listed since Oct 2, 2026. Listing dates do not establish shelter intake or continuous availability.

First seen by Goodmorph Oct 30, 2026.

Rescue last updated: Oct 12, 2026

In the shelter’s words

Vaquero is a male cat who presented bright, alert, and responsive (BAR) with a fractured left femoral head causing significant pain and mobility concerns. Without prompt surgical intervention, he is at risk for ongoing pain, worsening mobility, and additional complications. Vaquero will require specialized orthopedic surgery, such as a femoral head ostectomy (FHO) or possible amputation, to relieve his discomfort and improve his quality of life. This level of specialized surgical care and postoperative recovery support exceeds what we can consistently provide in the shelter environment.Despite his condition, Vaquero remains resilient and is doing his best while receiving supportive care. Vaquero needs a safe, compassionate placement where he can receive immediate veterinary evaluation, the necessary orthopedic surgery, and appropriate postoperative recovery care to restore his comfort and mobility.This pet is at risk for euthanasia due to medical concerns beyond our scope of care. If you are interested in adopting, fostering, or rescuing Vaquero, please email dasadopt@dallas.gov. When emailing, please leave a callback number.

RescueGroups record ID: 22823718

What this home needs

• Still to ask the shelter

  other dogs · cats · children · housing and stairs · medical and care. These details are not documented here; unknown does not mean no.

Roster last seen: Nov 2, 2026, 6:27 AM UTC
Goodmorph last synced: Nov 2, 2026, 6:27 AM UTC
Availability confirmed by a person: Not confirmed

Shelter staff and authorized volunteers: add a dated observation

This shared profile remains available for up to 90 days after it leaves the source roster, unless removal is requested sooner. Adoptions and applications are handled by the shelter.