Jovi may be shy, but he’s got thumbs—and he knows how to use them.

This brown tabby boy is blessed with extra toes and an extraordinary heart. A bona fide polydactyl, Jovi has the paws of a guitar player (but no relation to rocker Jon Bon Jovi) and the precision of a mouse-hunting mastermind. His toy mice never stand a chance—one “thumbed” swipe and they’re toast. (It’s adorable. It’s art. It’s Jovi.)

But there’s more to Jovi than his impressive hunting skills. Beneath that bashful exterior lies a velvety-soft mush just waiting to blossom. His meow is more of a squeak—a tiny “hello?” that’s equal parts cautious and hopeful. Give him patience, gentleness, and a steady supply of love, and you’ll earn the trust of a truly special soul.

Jovi has tested positive for feline leukemia virus (FeLV), which means he’ll either need to be your one and only cat or join a home with other FeLV+ friends. He’s content living either with or without feline roommates, so long as he has a human to dote on him!

Are you the one who’ll help this tender-hearted toe-bean king write his next chapter? Fill out an online adoption application today!

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