Meet Poppa Bear.

Amherst, MA · 2 years 2 months · Domestic Short Hair (short coat)

Listed since Mar 3, 2026. Listing dates do not establish shelter intake or continuous availability.

First seen by Goodmorph Oct 30, 2026.

Rescue last updated: Mar 4, 2026

In the shelter’s words

Meet Poppa Bear! A charming one-and-a-half-year-old Domestic Short Hair currently in Alto, GA, whose essence is a gentle blend of confidence and cuddly devotion wrapped in a handsome fawn tabby and white coat. This medium-sized boy, weighing about 12 pounds, carries himself with an easy assurance, yet his favorite place in the world is right beside his people, or better yet, in their laps soaking up pets! Poppa Bear is wonderfully attentive and seeks out companionship with a soft persistence that feels like a warm hug. He is affectionate, responsive, and communicative, clearly expressing when he is ready for playtime and when he would like a little personal space. Once he feels safe, he settles beautifully into a calm rhythm, happily lounging nearby while you read, work, or unwind for the evening. Play is one of his great joys! Feather wand toys bring out his athletic sparkle, and he happily dives into his beloved Catasaurus Cat Cave Donut for cozy breaks between adventures. Boxes are irresistible treasures in his eyes, and time spent on the catio watching the world go by is pure bliss! One of his most amusing quirks is his tendency to offer enthusiastic “back massages,” a surprisingly thoughtful gesture from this sweet boy who truly enjoys connecting with his caregivers. He is neutered, microchipped, and up to date on vaccinations, making his transition into a new loving home smooth and reassuring. Poppa Bear is timid at first with other cats but learns to tolerate them with patience and thoughtful introductions. He thrives in a calm, indoor-only environment with predictable routines, daily interactive play, and guardians who respect his individual preferences around affection. Extensive transition support, supplies, and consultation are available to help his new family feel confident and prepared. Poppa Bear would truly love to be adopted with Mama Bear and Baby Bear if possible, continuing the beautiful bond they share as they begin their next chapter together. Could your home be the new loving environment where Poppa Bear, and perhaps his Bear family, begin their next cozy chapter? To learn more about welcoming this affectionate companion into your life, please contact adopt@joyfulpets.com! Content Notice: This pet is represented by Joyful Pets. All photos, descriptions, and behavioral summaries are proprietary and may not be republished, altered, or used by third-party platforms. Any unapproved aggregation or rewriting of this listing is strictly prohibited.

RescueGroups record ID: 22305507

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 3, 2026, 6:12 AM UTC
Goodmorph last synced: Nov 3, 2026, 6:12 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.