Background Story: Both Aphrodite and her brother Hercules (we were told they are brother and sister) were abandoned by a college student after 2012 graduation. They were rescued from deplorable conditions with limited food and no litter box. They had fleas and had some flea bumps, those are slowly fading now that they have good treatment. Their previous owners shaved them from head to toe due to the fleas, which we all know really doesn't help.. Both were very hungry and need to be put on quality cat food. The vet said they are very healty, considering...luckily a foster mom stepped in at the right time!!! (she actually had to pay for them from a craisglist ad to save them...what a great foster mom, huh?)

The foster mom is cleaning these two kitties up, applying flea meds, cleaning their eyes, shaving their matted fur, and they will be fully vetted (tested / fixed / vaccinated) on June 20.

Like the Greek goddess Aphrodite, this Calico Persian is one of the most beautiful cats you'll ever meet. But the best part is that she is as affectionate as she is beautiful. Aphrodite's temperament is true to her breed description. Unlike her adventurous brother Hercules, Aphrodite prefers to curl up in your lap and watch TV or take a nap for hours! She is very outgoing and loves being picked up and rubbed by everyone - including strangers.

 UPDATE FROM THE VET: we got Aprodite into a spay surgery just in time on June 20 - she had pyrometra (infected uterus) which if left untreated is fatal. Now she is expected to make a full recovery. Whew!! Hats off to our foster moms for being so dilgent!!!

This dynamic duo  very much needs to stay together. They compliment each other in so many ways. While Hercules is introverted and shy, Aphrodite is outgoing and trusting. She brings out the trusting side of Hercules while he brings out the adventurous side of Aphrodite. Both are extremely quiet cats are quite content living with other cats, small dogs, and small animals.  Even though I don't have children, I would trust these guys around kids because they have not showed an ounce of aggression despite the terrible condition they've arrived in. I would not recommend a dog over 20 lbs because they are terrified of large dogs. I've kept my large 65lb dog mostly separate from them, but even her deep barking causes them to cower and hide.  I feel that a home with a large dog would greatly diminish their quality of living.

NOTE: Persians are the highest maintenance cat breed. If you have never had one before please do your research before applying for adoption. They require daily brushing and combing, and their eyes cleaned routinely due to their extreme faces.

Contact Mona at meowmail1@gmail.com

Better pictures coming soon!