Mankato, MN

Thor

Adult (3 years 7 months) · Male · Domestic Short Hair (short coat)

Name: Thor
Age: Adult / DOB:1/1/20223
Weight: 12 lbs
Gender: Male
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Coat Length: short
Color: Black
Dog friendly: Yes
Cat friendly: Yes
Child friendly: Yes
Litter Box Trained: Yes
Temperament: Loving, easy-going.
Energy Level: Moderate

Adoption Fee: $190+tax

To adopt, go to: www.mendingspirits.org/apply-to-adopt.html

From the Foster Family: Almost two months ago, Thor came into my home needing something very simple, but very important: time.

He needed time to heal.

Time to feel safe.

Time to learn that not every animal was a threat.

And most of all, time to trust again.

When Thor first arrived, he needed his own space. He couldn’t see my animals, let alone share a room with them. He wasn’t ready. And that was okay.

So we took it slow.

One short interaction.

One positive experience.

One little victory at a time.

And look at him now.

Thor is now co-existing with my cats and my dog. What once seemed like a huge hurdle has become part of his everyday life. It hasn’t been a perfectly smooth journey, but every little step has shown us more of the wonderful cat underneath all that uncertainty.

And what a cat he is.

Thor is incredibly lovable. He loves his humans and absolutely enjoys getting pets and attention. But Thor is also a cat who knows what he wants and when he wants it. His affection comes with his own set of rules, and honestly, that’s part of what makes him Thor.

He doesn't need someone to change him.

He needs someone who will understand him.

I believe Thor could be very happy with a friendly dog or another cat as a companion, provided introductions are slow and respectful. He has shown us that he can learn to trust other animals when given the time and space he needs.

But he could also be perfectly content being your one and only.

What Thor needs most isn't necessarily another animal.

He needs his person.

Someone who will be patient with him.

Someone who will celebrate the little victories.

Someone who will let him come to them on his terms.

Someone who will see past his cautious moments and recognize the sweet, affectionate boy underneath.

Thor has spent the last two months learning that he can trust.

Now I want him to learn something even more important:

What it feels like to finally be home.

Thor is ready for his forever family.

From Thor: Hi, I’m Thor.

My world changed in a really big way when my person passed away.

She was my whole world. And when she was gone, everything I knew suddenly felt different.

My person’s family loved me very much. They came to live with me, along with their furry family members, because they wanted to help me and keep me close. They knew how deeply I was loved.

But there was so much change, so fast, and my heart just wasn’t ready.

Their pets and I tried. We really did. But we didn’t always see eye to eye. There were disagreements, and eventually my family had to make an incredibly difficult decision.

They knew I didn't need more change.

I needed a safe place to heal.

A quiet place where I could feel secure. A place where I could take things at my own pace and learn that the world was going to be okay again.

I know they made that choice because they loved me.

And because they loved my person.

So I came to live with my foster family.

My foster lady understood that I needed time. She didn't force me to be friends with everyone. She let me decide when I was ready.

At first, the other animals had to admire me from a distance. I wasn't interested in sharing my space with them.

But little by little, things changed.

There is a dog here. And you know what?

I kind of like that dog.

The dog doesn't always want to play when I do, but I've learned that's okay. We can share a space. We can exist together. And I've learned that I don't have to be afraid.

Then there are the cats.

There are THREE of them!

That took me a little longer.

But they're nice. They welcomed me. They even let me play with their toys and share their

  • Good with kids
  • Good with cats
  • Good with dogs
  • House-trained
Adopt Thor fromMending Spirits Animal RescueMankato, MN · listed Jun 24

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