That's Sylvester, but not Stallone

    Sylvester Is a Lover, Not a Fighter

My name is Sylvester, but my last name is Reed, not Stallone.  While I think I have the charisma of a movie star, I would rather be the lead in a romantic comedy, not a bang ‘em up fighter flick like Rambo or Rocky.  I have the green eyes of a leading man so while I admit I look tough, at heart I am a lover, not a fighter.  Actually, that is an understatement.  I am a four-year-old fuzzy cuddle guy who wants nothing more than to be with you.

I honestly can’t tell you how I ended up on the streets of Wakefield, but I know I am so glad to be off of them and in a warm comfortable home with humans.  I love humans.  I love their company, their conversations, to which I am a huge contributor, and of course their warm human laps.  I enjoy neck, head and chin scratches and I love to give head butts, although my foster mom says they would put a professional wrestler to shame.  I guess I am a little over enthusiastic, but I want to make my meaning clear that I am grateful for being rescued. 

It’s been wonderful here at my foster home, but I know it’s only a brief stopover until my perfect forever family can be found.  I would love to find a family that could provide companionship and love.  I am happy to share you with other cats.  Or, I could be your one and only. 

If I am your only cat and you work, don’t worry.  I can take care of myself most times.  Of course when you are home I want to be with you and let you know how much you are loved and appreciated.  I want to tell you all about my day and hear all about yours, preferably curled up on a comfy chair together.  When I sit on your lap we will have long discussions the way I do with my foster.  She tells me I am “her little love” and I give her a monster head butt and a meow.

I also like to meow at meal times. Well. I do love food.  You no doubt noticed my ears are pretty funny looking and I look like I have seen some boxing matches that did not go my way.  Well I can assure you that is not the case.  Fighting did not give me scrunched ears.  It was from an ear infection I had that was not treated.  I actually think my funny ears make me look roguish, handsome, and very special.  Oh, and no need to worry about my health.  I am entirely healed with no after-effects at all.  It did not even affect my hearing.  I swear I can hear a treat drop three rooms away.  Ok, maybe I am exaggerating.  But, if you drop a treat behind me, I know it immediately.  And I earned an A+ for most cooperative cat when they were giving me medicine. 

All that tough life is behind me.  Now it is nothing but soft laps and sun baths for me.  I dream about my new home and you.  So can you step out of my dreams and into my life?  I mean, movies are fun, but real life love stories are my favorite.  Let’s write our own romantic comedy with you and I (and yours) in the starring roles.   

To learn more about Sylvester, or any of our other adoptable cats, kittens, or dogs, contact PAWS at (781) 246-6111 or PAWSwakefield@yahoo.com. You can also meet many of our available pets at our weekly adoption hours: Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., at VCA Wakefield Animal Hospital or at the Danvers PetSmart every Thursday and Friday from 4 to 7 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m.  Last, but not least, we hold adoption hours at the PETCO in Woburn the first Saturday of every month from 12:30 to 3:00 p.m.

PAWS is an all-volunteer animal welfare organization.  Founded by the late Esther Nowell in 1982, PAWS responds to animal-related needs in many communities north of Boston.  Our top service areas include Wakefield, Lynnfield, Reading, North Reading, Saugus, Stoneham, Woburn, Winchester, and Malden.  Our mission is to promote and protect the rights and well-being of all domestic animals and wildlife, and foster a greater understanding of animal welfare and animal rights through education.  PAWS receives no local, state or federal funding.  Our budget is completely funded by our membership dues, adoption services, annual fundraising efforts, and kind donations from friends and members.