Pet of the Week: Bandit

Bandit is described by volunteers as the purr-fect cat. With his tuxedo markings, this 1-year-old charms everyone he meets.

He came to the shelter as a stray in mid-December, and it is a mystery why he has not yet been adopted. Bandit is a mellow fellow and does not mind being picked up. He likes to play but is very gentle, even when he is with some feisty friends.

One of his favorite activities is to chase catnip bubbles. Bandit also enjoys sitting calmly and watching the world go by. He is neutered, microchipped and feLV/FIV negative. As Valentine’s Day approaches, this Bandit would love to steal an adopter’s heart.

The city of Newport Beach has established a new animal shelter: 20302 Riverside Drive. It is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and by appointment Sundays. For more information, including volunteer opportunities, call (949) 644-3745 or email aco@nbpd.org.