Appa & Momo

Their story

Named after the iconic animal companions from Avatar: The Last Airbender, Appa and Momo came to Heartbound Rescue from a loving family whose own health challenges made keeping up with daily cage cleaning and care too difficult. Because their previous family cared deeply about their well-being, they made the thoughtful choice to surrender them so the pair could continue receiving the hands-on attention and fresh, tidy environment they need to thrive.

Care notes

Appa (The Sweetheart): True to his namesake, Appa is a gentle, affectionate soul who enjoys calm attention, friendly greetings at the cage front, and cozy lap time. Momo (The Glamorous Introvert): Momo is a bit more skittish and shy, preferring to let Appa test the waters first—though he more than makes up for his cautious nature with gorgeous, flowing locks! He is pure eye candy and thrives with a patient, gentle approach and tasty veggie bribes. Built-In Best Friends: Appa’s confident, affectionate nature helps reassure Momo, giving this bonded duo a wonderful balance right out of the box without any introduction stress. Coat & Enclosure Care: Momo’s beautiful long hair requires regular, gentle brushing and occasional hygiene trims to keep his coat clean and mat-free. They require a minimum 2x4 C&C grid enclosure (10–12 sq ft) with soft fleece or dust-free bedding, duplicate hideys, unlimited timothy or orchard grass hay, daily vitamin-C-rich fresh veggies, pellets, and fresh water.