Dubuque Pet of the Week Fish Orange Cat Adoption

Each week, the Dubuque Regional Humane Society is highlighting a "Pet of the Week." The Pet of the Week is available to be adopted via the Humane Society. This week, the Dubuque Regional Humane Society is highlighting another amazing four-legged friend:

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The Dubuque Regional Humane Society is excited to introduce our Pet of the Week: Fish... which is a bit odd, since he's a cat!

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Where to start when it comes to Fish? He’s 3.5-years-old, great with the litter box, handsome, sweet, and just the right amount of goofy. Staff like to joke that Fish has one brain cell working overtime, but in reality, he might have too many, and sometimes just doesn’t know what to do with them!

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This mischievous mastermind isn’t meant for the confines of shelter life and is ready to show off his big personality in a home of his own. Fish has previously lived with kids, though a home with older or cat-savvy children would be best, as he can get a little overstimulated at times.

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If you’re looking for a spunky, classic orange cat with a giant personality, Fish could be the perfect fit. He’s ready to find his new “pond” to swim in; stop by the DRHS and meet him today! You can also learn more at dbqhumane.org.

To inquire about our pet of the week, or any of the animals currently at the Dubuque Regional Humane Society, you can contact them via phone at 563-582-6766 or via their website. They are located at 4242 Chavenelle Road in Dubuque. The Dubuque Regional Humane Society is committed to building bonds between people and animals through adoptions, community outreach, humane education, and cruelty prevention. Find more information on the organizations, adoptable pets, and volunteer opportunities on the Dubuque Regional Humane Society website.

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