05/08/2025
Cicero, IL
Oliver, 2 1/2 yrs old, was adopted from us in February and needs a home with no other cats and no children
Oliver is a wonderful, sweet, and energetic boy. He loves adventure, interactive play, and being around people. He’s highly intelligent and has learned his name, knows simple commands like “sit,” and uses the litter box without issue. He’s made real progress with me—he’ll jump on my lap during play, lets me pick him up and give him kisses, and genuinely enjoys affection once he feels safe.
Unfortunately he’s really struggled to coexist with Delilah. While he tries to engage her in play, it’s often too rough and has escalated into aggression more than once. Sadly, he’s injured her before, and now she’s terrified of him—she hides, growls, and avoids coming out when he’s near. Because of this, they’ve had to live separately, and I’ve never been able to leave them alone together. I kept hoping things would improve, and while I’ve seen glimmers of hope, things haven’t truly changed.
Additionally, Oliver can be reactive with people when overstimulated or when he feels his space is being invaded. He’s bitten visiting friends and family on a few occasions and sometimes nips at me still unexpectedly—even after long play sessions. He tends to lash out when he doesn’t get what he wants or feels ignored, then hides under the table like he knows he’s done something wrong. I think with patience and time he will get to the point of no biting. We’ve made a lot of progress in building trust, but his reactions still make it hard to create a consistently safe environment for everyone.
I really believe Oliver would thrive in a home where he’s the only pet, with someone who can give him their full attention, structure, and lots of enrichment. He has so much love to give and truly craves companionship and security. His energy and personality would shine in the right environment with someone who understands and appreciates his unique needs.
If you are interested in giving him a hone, please ensil us at [email protected]