Species: Syrian

Gender: Male

Est. Age: 1 month (as of mid-March 2023)

Likes: Unshelled nuts (e.g. pine nuts, peanuts, walnuts), puffed corn, exploring, running in his wheel non-stop

Dislikes: Not having a wheel to run in, worms, suddenly getting picked up by strangers

Fosterer’s IG: @peppersfosterhome

Only available for adoption from 25th April 2023 onwards

One of the first things that Tufts did when he entered his foster mum’s home was to take all the wheels she had out for a test drive. To say that this boy loves running is a complete understatement. He loves his wheel so much that one could even argue that it was his lover from a past life. He sleeps in his wheel, runs in his wheel, pees in his wheel, poops in his wheel, and eats in his wheel. He is in there almost 24/7 and occasionally boggles out of happiness while snoozing in it.

Apart from being a wheel fanatic, Tufts also has a huge personality. He does not enjoy being woken up (who does?) abruptly and will gift you with a sharp and judgemental glare that sears into your soul whenever you do. Very hurtful, but it is also hilarious to experience because he’s so expressive.

Jokes aside, he is a very athletic kiddo with a one-track mind. He may not be very smart, but he sure is beautiful with his long, luscious cream-coloured fur that trails behind him as he runs. Do note that his fur can sometimes get matted and have poop stuck to it and may require occasional grooming or trimming if removal will cause him pain.

He is slowly getting used to humans and can sometimes get startled and jump off surfaces if someone touches him without warning. As such, his foster mum does not recommend that children handle him. Thankfully, he has such a gentle soul that he will not bite even when upset. He will also happily take any snacks you hand-feed him.

FYI, Tufts has an identical twin brother named Banks!

Requirements

Cage: Unbarred, 100x50cm or bigger with a secure lid/locks

Wheel: A >27cm wheel

Enrichment: Plenty of hideouts, sprays, forage, boredom breakers (e.g. DIY cardboard toys), free roam