Bearclaw
You have to come down to Newberg Animal Shelter to adopt any dog or cat. We have to make sure that all of our animals make it into the right home. This site is only informational and you’ll still need to make the trip to our shelter if you would like to adopt one our animals. We thank you for understanding and so do our animals.
- Breed/Mix: Tabby Domestic Short Hair
- Age: 14 weeks
- Sex: Male
- Weight: 3 lbs
- Good with Dogs: Unknown
- Good with Cats: Yes
- Good with Kids: Unknown
- House Trained: Yes
- Important Info: Post neuter ataxia (uncoordinated or wobbly gait) and tail hyperextension
- Adoption Fee: $250
Meet Bearclaw!
Don’t let his tiny size fool you—Bearclaw has the heart of a lion. This adorable little guy is a true survivor who has overcome a very rough start in life with incredible determination and resilience. Now healthy, happy, and thriving, he’s finally ready to find the loving forever family he’s worked so hard to reach.
Bearclaw is as sweet as they come. The moment you pick him up, his tiny motor starts rumbling, rewarding you with a nonstop purr that lets you know just how grateful he is for love and kindness. He enjoys cozy naps, gentle cuddles, and discovering the world one playful adventure at a time.
Following his recent neuter surgery, Bearclaw developed ataxia (a wobbly gait) and tail hyperextension. While many kittens improve over time, his recovery is still ongoing, and the long-term outcome is uncertain. Despite this, Bearclaw doesn’t let it dampen his spirit—he continues to play, explore, cuddle, and enjoy life with the same sweet, resilient attitude that has carried him this far. His adopters should be prepared to monitor his progress and provide any follow-up veterinary care he may need.
This little engine that could has already proven he’s stronger than anyone ever expected. Now all he needs is a family to show him that the rest of his story can be filled with comfort, love, and plenty of snuggles.
If you’re looking for a kitten with an inspiring spirit, a heart full of love, and the resilience to overcome life’s challenges, Bearclaw is ready to steal yours.
If you are interested in meeting Bearclaw, the shelter is open Monday through Saturday, 11 am – 6 pm, Sunday 11 am-4 pm (Summer Hours). If you’d like to schedule an appointment, check out the pets’ profile on our website at newberganimals.com to fill out an application and email to frontdesk@newberganimals.com.
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We focus on finding the best match for adoptable animals and their forever homes.
Our open hours are Monday – Saturday 11am-6pm, Sunday 11am-4pm (Summer hours). Adoptions end one hour prior to close.
The adoption fee includes spay/neuter, ID microchip, and current vaccinations. They have been wormed, de-flead, socialized and given lots of love.
Our contact information: (503) 554-9285 or email: frontdesk@newberganimals.com
If you’d like to schedule an appointment, fill out an online application and email to frontdesk@newberganimals.com.
If you are looking to adopt a dog, we require any other dogs at the home to have a meet and greet with their potential new buddy. Please send in an online application and email to schedule a meet and greet.
Please feel free to call or email with your questions about any of the adoptable animals or our adoption process.
