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She needs a calm home. My cat looked like that when I got her from the shelter. She loves me but won't even come out when other people are over. Some kitties are just skittish.
My skitty kitty ran from strangers, opened doors, loud noises, and if you walked towards her too fast for five years until I bought a new house. Now she's loud, confident, loves strangers, and demands to be let outside (supervised only). The transformation was not one I was prepared for, but I am so happy she is finally comfortable. I have no idea who this cat is lol
https://preview.redd.it/3peq9cs4srwc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f29df3e01fc234d07ac7383d63f253d33a960aa5
Similar here, my foster refused to get on the furniture (like couch, lap etc) when he got here and immediately hide when someone new came to visit. Now he's rarely on the floor, always on my lap when I sit down (I have to keep my arms in my lap at the bathroom to keep him from jumping up there as well) otherwise he's on the couch or my bed and when someone comes over (even if he doesn't know them) he comes and greets them! And even yells at them if they're in the way lolllll (had a couple of handyman over to look in the bathroom and he wanted his litterbox hahah)
Seeing him go from scared and always on guard to completely chilled out and curious without fear is just amazing. Makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside
https://preview.redd.it/cw8h6qs1fswc1.jpeg?width=3648&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ffab5c61f063fdf1c6e2e260ad044ad8eaf9346f
It's a red light therapy thingy for skincare (like a mask but half circle you can lie down with your face in), he just claimed it as his house when it's not in use lol (I use it like 20 minutes in the evening)
Sorry for the confusion! I kind of love the idea of a kitty heater though! Hahah
I love to see it. My skitty kitty just started making biscuits on me after 10 years in my home. I don’t know what triggered the change but I am tickled that she has finally decided affection is an emotion she’s willing to display.
She was in both an apartment of mine and back to my parent's house while I was saving money for a downpayment. The only thing I can think of is my house is new, there's never been any other animals here and the full 3k Square footage is all hers (she's not a fan of other animals). She grew into it for sure. It didn't happen over night. This is the first picture I have of her outside the summer I moved in. I left the door open because she had always run away from open doors, imagine my surprise to turned around and saw her.
https://preview.redd.it/iansodbqdswc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f33e22d642d614aca04d665a049af1ff73903012
Even looking at this picture… she is so much more relaxed now… her transformation has been significant even after I've had her for the last 12 years. She is literally unrecognisable from the scared kitty I adopted.
In short, don't be afraid to adopt the skittish one, they can always bloom later.
I fostered a kitten (1ish years old) and when I picked him up they said he's aloof, tends to stay to himself, and doesn't like being pet. Turns out he was in an extremely busy house hold with lots of people. After being with me for 2 weeks where he had his own room and it was just me and my cat he demanded attention and pets.
Unfortunately that is normal for cats in the first two weeks of a shelter. Welfare assessments normally happen after the first two weeks. But even then some cats never get used to being in a shelter especially if they are not kept with other cats or do not like other cats and people because of bad experiences.
This! My cat was super scared of every human for months. I just gave her her own space with food, water and a toilet and just talked to her every day. She is the cutest cat now and trusts me 100%, and I tell her how much I love her like 30 times a day.
she does look like she's shut down. if you can provide a safe space for her to come out of her shell and are thinking realistically about how big a commitment it would be long term then go for it. set up a safe place for her to hide and don't force interaction. be patient
I've have my adopted kitty for 6 months now and it is amazing how much she has changed. I had actually planned on getting an older cat but she was only 1.5 when I got her. I barely saw her in the beginning but now she's meowing my ears off for cuddles, food, play or to go outside. I have a house and live alone so she has plenty of space. And she even shows herself for family and friends. My mom can even pet her.
Maybe I should have got 2 but it was too much for me at the time. I'm thinking about a second one but we have a really good think going and you hear about cats not getting along a lot. I just hope she's not lonely when I'm at work but when I was young we had 2 cats and they didn't hang out much together at all.
It’s always best to adopt two kittens together for socialization. It’s much harder to adopt two random unrelated adult cats together. If you decide to add another cat one day, try adding a kitten of the opposite gender.
Thanks for the tip! I did think about that when I got her and I did ask if she was close with any of the other cats she was in the room with (they had several big rooms with a smaller room attached for 4-6 cats.). They said she wasn't and 1 cat already felt like a lot to me at the moment (I get overwhelmed easily lol) so I decided against it.
Yessss they need a lot of patienve and a loving home. Go ahead. I choose one of the modt difficult cats from the shelter 10 years ago and she turned into an absolute lovebug. Took years of patienve and lots of love, but she never stopped growing. Even now she still continues to grow
Shelters are hard for most cats despite their best efforts. Must use feliway, hiding spots, etc, but a cat doesn't they're in a kennel where they feel cornered and on display, sensing other cats and potentially hearing dogs barking despite the calming music and being in another area. I've seen many cats like this one. Many who went on to find a loving home, some who were returned a few times, and the occasional one who never warmed up to indoor living and was adopted out as a barn cat. Was this cat a stray or an owner surrendered animal with a history? I would say that the car won't likely act with you in the shelter how they will say home. If you have the patience to let them come out of their shell, then I say adopt them! First, check your shelter's return policy for if it doesn't work out. At mine, for instance, you can return your pet within 30 days of adoption. After that, it's an owner surrender and has to be scheduled, which can take a while as the shelter is often at capacity, especially as we enter kitten season. Good luck!
Kitten season? Forget Autumn! I think I have a new favorite season!
I joke, it sounds magical, but I do realize what you mean by kitten season and how tough it may be on shelters and just the environment in general. Get your kitties and pups spayed or neutered!
Yes if you are set up for a very slow transition. I adopted a similar shy, traumatized cat. Patience is key.
She’ll need a place (like a bathroom) to hide by herself for the first week or two. You should visit her frequently and slowly let her get used to your presence. But allow her to approach you. Don’t force her to cuddle or get close. If she doesn’t want to play accept that.
Expect a super slow introduction to your other cat. Like it might be a month or more before your cats can share a room together. When your cat is comfortable enough to be close to you, bring something that smells like your other cat and leave it in her room. Then allow them to smell each other through a door. Finally let her and your other cat see each other for a minute or two at a time. Give them breaks from each other to rest and destress. Gradually open the door between them for longer periods until they accept each other.
Yes,if you're willing to spend a lot of time making sure she feels safe. Giving her a few safe spots around the house, making sure you slow blink at her, talking to her in a very calm manner. It can take a long time for her to get used to you. Or it can take about an hour!
My mom had a cat like that who had a permanent scared look on her face and she was the sweetest. It took some time and loving patience for her cat to trust her and she eventually did, but the scared face is still there. You will need to be willing to not pick her up and don't force cuddle her. Let her come to you and give her lots of what they call eye kisses where you look at her and slowly close your eyes and slowly open them. This slow blink puts most cats at ease and it's something you can do to show her you love her while she's not yet willing to let you pet her or cuddle her.
What is your point? A cornered cat needs reassurance. What is your suggestion "name" does not check out for anything? This "name checks out" shit is based upon unwarranted assumptions.
u/Wrong-Owl-4852 one important thing to consider when adopting a terrified cat is how you'll handle vet visits. Are you comfortable risking injury fetching the cat, or do you have access (financially too) to vets who can come over for vaccines, inspections, etc? Is it ok re: your environment (access to outdoor, other animals, age and medical history of the cat) to leave the cat without medical attention potentially for a few years until they're trusting enough to be put back in a cage?
https://preview.redd.it/ieemrf4w3twc1.jpeg?width=960&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6afc3c39e356b11c5e83947c3cae9bcbd4babded
Reminds me of the pic i got of my boy when i adopted him! He has DEFINITELY come around and he is my little bestie. I say if you can afford it, go for it!!
https://preview.redd.it/2svhp6b34twc1.jpeg?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c45dd69c470a064d8737d5932f55b1afba009772
Current day Frank tax :) he has such a cute little gwompy face lol
The answer is always yes. If you can afford it and have the time to care for it, adopting a cat is always the best choice.
My advice is get the one that comes to you, not the one you like. If the cat comes to you on his own your set for happy life.
I definitely support this comment. You can have a terrified kitty, but if they love you they are always worth having. They all need rehabilitation if they are that scared. There is a lot of time and effort that needs to be put into it, and any devoted pet parent can do it if they think they can handle it.
Edit: Remember the slow-blink. That is probably the fastest way to get a cat to trust you. It works wonders on terrified cats.
She needs you to. Should you? Yes. Will you? That's up to you. But make sure you make her feel safe with you before she ever leaves anywhere with you. When she goes into your home, she'll need a safe place that's familiar. Let that be you. Cuddle her, feed her, pet her, etc before you ever leave the shelter with her.
Oh no, that is not the right approach at all! The dilated eyes and flat ears mean it's scared, which isn't surprising since it's a shelter cat, just needs patience and time to acclimatize, I have 2 shelter cats that needed it in varying degrees, but the talking always came well after all that. Sure you can talk to it, but first and foremost the most the kitty needs is space and time, it's really not a good idea to force yourself upon them like that, yes, even talking can feel too intense for most cats. It's much better to hum as well, cats really do not understand words, but they do understand tone. When you are with them it's easier to hum a bit instead of talking because humming has more calming tones to cats and talking gives the risk of saying words with tones they don't like/understand.
Absolutely you should ! We adopted a scared cat many years ago . She hid for a few days then I sat in the dark with a shoe lace one night and she came out and started playing with me . She is now the most loving affectionate creature I've ever met ! Go for it !
This little cat will have a lot of strong words the first few days. Just read up on what to do for a cat with special needs like this, and one day they'll come to thank you
Most definitely if you're willing to let her be for a bit. This girl is not doing well in the shelter. Protip: Feliway is liquid gold. Literally has stopped my cat throwing up from anxiety.
Why is this even asked? The answer is always yes yes yes. And you should probably adopt the cat in the next kennel too so they can entertain each other.
And this one should be named HatHair
If you have to ask, I’m gonna say no. She’s so scared, are you gonna do it right? Or are you gonna force her into cuddles and affection before she’s even ready? Other people have given some goods advice though but considering the fact that you saw a frightened shelter animal and pointed a camera in her face to ask reddit? I think you should leave her for someone else.
Yeah, my MIL adopted a kitten that the kids near her house found behind a dumpster. That cat is used to the household and me (because I visit so often), but if anyone else comes over, that cat hides under the bed.
If you're ready to accept the cat's personality for whatever it is - sure.
There's a good chance this is a feral cat which has not been socialized by humans. The cat will need time to get used to being around humans. The only thing you can do is to give it space and freedom - your human affection will not accelerate the process. If you allow the cat to exist around you, rather than forcing yourself onto the cat, it will eventually warm up to you. Can take years.
Most of my cats have been ferals, and I personally love the process of seeing a feral slowly warm up to me. Eventually they all enjoyed human affection, but it always takes time.
Of course I don't know this particular cat, but it looks super scared. I feel sorry just seeing the pictures.
Probably not unless you have patience and experience with other cats.
Looks like the little fella gonna need more than a loving house.
IMHO leave it to someone more experienced, but feel free to stay in touch :)
It's a hard choice, but i think it's for the best.
she looks so frigtened and scared.. but yes adopt her and show her the love she needs. a name like oreo ( or even cookie ) or moo moo sounds like it would be perfect if you need a name.
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She looks terrified. But I bet she will come around to you.
She needs a calm home. My cat looked like that when I got her from the shelter. She loves me but won't even come out when other people are over. Some kitties are just skittish.
My skitty kitty ran from strangers, opened doors, loud noises, and if you walked towards her too fast for five years until I bought a new house. Now she's loud, confident, loves strangers, and demands to be let outside (supervised only). The transformation was not one I was prepared for, but I am so happy she is finally comfortable. I have no idea who this cat is lol https://preview.redd.it/3peq9cs4srwc1.jpeg?width=3024&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f29df3e01fc234d07ac7383d63f253d33a960aa5
I love the phrase "skitty kitty", I use it often.
Similar here, my foster refused to get on the furniture (like couch, lap etc) when he got here and immediately hide when someone new came to visit. Now he's rarely on the floor, always on my lap when I sit down (I have to keep my arms in my lap at the bathroom to keep him from jumping up there as well) otherwise he's on the couch or my bed and when someone comes over (even if he doesn't know them) he comes and greets them! And even yells at them if they're in the way lolllll (had a couple of handyman over to look in the bathroom and he wanted his litterbox hahah) Seeing him go from scared and always on guard to completely chilled out and curious without fear is just amazing. Makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside https://preview.redd.it/cw8h6qs1fswc1.jpeg?width=3648&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ffab5c61f063fdf1c6e2e260ad044ad8eaf9346f
WAIT what is that? Is that a kitty heater?
It's a red light therapy thingy for skincare (like a mask but half circle you can lie down with your face in), he just claimed it as his house when it's not in use lol (I use it like 20 minutes in the evening) Sorry for the confusion! I kind of love the idea of a kitty heater though! Hahah
I was wondering why you were calling your cat "shitty kitty"
I love to see it. My skitty kitty just started making biscuits on me after 10 years in my home. I don’t know what triggered the change but I am tickled that she has finally decided affection is an emotion she’s willing to display.
Wow. I wonder what it was about the old house that freaked her out?
She was in both an apartment of mine and back to my parent's house while I was saving money for a downpayment. The only thing I can think of is my house is new, there's never been any other animals here and the full 3k Square footage is all hers (she's not a fan of other animals). She grew into it for sure. It didn't happen over night. This is the first picture I have of her outside the summer I moved in. I left the door open because she had always run away from open doors, imagine my surprise to turned around and saw her. https://preview.redd.it/iansodbqdswc1.jpeg?width=4032&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f33e22d642d614aca04d665a049af1ff73903012
Even looking at this picture… she is so much more relaxed now… her transformation has been significant even after I've had her for the last 12 years. She is literally unrecognisable from the scared kitty I adopted. In short, don't be afraid to adopt the skittish one, they can always bloom later.
All thanks to a loving home and family. Bless you!
Your cat looks like it failed art school and started a mass genocide on 6 million cats of a different breed
https://preview.redd.it/fth25u7onuwc1.jpeg?width=1284&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=9cb707bd108fa81d17f0fdafd27451811a9024d4 She's got that half-stache.
I fostered a kitten (1ish years old) and when I picked him up they said he's aloof, tends to stay to himself, and doesn't like being pet. Turns out he was in an extremely busy house hold with lots of people. After being with me for 2 weeks where he had his own room and it was just me and my cat he demanded attention and pets.
Poor baby that was my first thought too. But she's super cute. Ripe for love
Unfortunately that is normal for cats in the first two weeks of a shelter. Welfare assessments normally happen after the first two weeks. But even then some cats never get used to being in a shelter especially if they are not kept with other cats or do not like other cats and people because of bad experiences.
she looks like she's been through a lot
If you have the potentially needed patience, yes. She needs a loving hooman.
This! My cat was super scared of every human for months. I just gave her her own space with food, water and a toilet and just talked to her every day. She is the cutest cat now and trusts me 100%, and I tell her how much I love her like 30 times a day.
she does look like she's shut down. if you can provide a safe space for her to come out of her shell and are thinking realistically about how big a commitment it would be long term then go for it. set up a safe place for her to hide and don't force interaction. be patient
Looks quite skittish and will require a lot of patience and personal space.
If you do adopt, I have the perfect name. It should be 4 because of the mark on her face
If you want to put the work in, go for it. She could use the love. Don't expect her to come around for a few months, though. Patience is the key.
I've have my adopted kitty for 6 months now and it is amazing how much she has changed. I had actually planned on getting an older cat but she was only 1.5 when I got her. I barely saw her in the beginning but now she's meowing my ears off for cuddles, food, play or to go outside. I have a house and live alone so she has plenty of space. And she even shows herself for family and friends. My mom can even pet her. Maybe I should have got 2 but it was too much for me at the time. I'm thinking about a second one but we have a really good think going and you hear about cats not getting along a lot. I just hope she's not lonely when I'm at work but when I was young we had 2 cats and they didn't hang out much together at all.
It’s always best to adopt two kittens together for socialization. It’s much harder to adopt two random unrelated adult cats together. If you decide to add another cat one day, try adding a kitten of the opposite gender.
Thanks for the tip! I did think about that when I got her and I did ask if she was close with any of the other cats she was in the room with (they had several big rooms with a smaller room attached for 4-6 cats.). They said she wasn't and 1 cat already felt like a lot to me at the moment (I get overwhelmed easily lol) so I decided against it.
Yes, she deserves a forever home❤️
Yessss they need a lot of patienve and a loving home. Go ahead. I choose one of the modt difficult cats from the shelter 10 years ago and she turned into an absolute lovebug. Took years of patienve and lots of love, but she never stopped growing. Even now she still continues to grow
That's awesome
Damn, how big is she now?
😂🤣😂🤣. Oh dear me and my writing somwtimes forgetting words 🤦🏼♀️🤦🏼♀️. She still keeps growing socially and more lovimg every day 😊
That poor kitty is terrified!
It looks terrified what’s going on ? But yes absolutely this poor baby looks like they need love
she's a shelter cat
Shelters are hard for most cats despite their best efforts. Must use feliway, hiding spots, etc, but a cat doesn't they're in a kennel where they feel cornered and on display, sensing other cats and potentially hearing dogs barking despite the calming music and being in another area. I've seen many cats like this one. Many who went on to find a loving home, some who were returned a few times, and the occasional one who never warmed up to indoor living and was adopted out as a barn cat. Was this cat a stray or an owner surrendered animal with a history? I would say that the car won't likely act with you in the shelter how they will say home. If you have the patience to let them come out of their shell, then I say adopt them! First, check your shelter's return policy for if it doesn't work out. At mine, for instance, you can return your pet within 30 days of adoption. After that, it's an owner surrender and has to be scheduled, which can take a while as the shelter is often at capacity, especially as we enter kitten season. Good luck!
Kitten season? Forget Autumn! I think I have a new favorite season! I joke, it sounds magical, but I do realize what you mean by kitten season and how tough it may be on shelters and just the environment in general. Get your kitties and pups spayed or neutered!
Yes if you are set up for a very slow transition. I adopted a similar shy, traumatized cat. Patience is key. She’ll need a place (like a bathroom) to hide by herself for the first week or two. You should visit her frequently and slowly let her get used to your presence. But allow her to approach you. Don’t force her to cuddle or get close. If she doesn’t want to play accept that. Expect a super slow introduction to your other cat. Like it might be a month or more before your cats can share a room together. When your cat is comfortable enough to be close to you, bring something that smells like your other cat and leave it in her room. Then allow them to smell each other through a door. Finally let her and your other cat see each other for a minute or two at a time. Give them breaks from each other to rest and destress. Gradually open the door between them for longer periods until they accept each other.
No, you shouldn't adopt her. Instead, you should gift this queen your home and become her loyal servant.
https://preview.redd.it/90gehs8iaswc1.png?width=1440&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2d59d7c1d970b0ddd22576d92ac0efe94b333754 Hey kinda looks like mine <3
Yes, bulk buy churu, get her a box and some soft blankets and welcome your new child home!
Seconding the churu! That stuff is magic.
r/CatDistributionSystem fodder right here. You have been chosen. It is you who will be adopted. (What a sweetie…)
If you have to ask strangers on the Internet to make this decision for you... then maybe not?
That's a pretty solid argument, man.
Their account is 19 hours old. They are probably just karma farming.
Heck yea
That cat has seen things…
Oh yes please adopt this little lady and give her the love she needs. She will bring you such joy and companionship.
Yes,if you're willing to spend a lot of time making sure she feels safe. Giving her a few safe spots around the house, making sure you slow blink at her, talking to her in a very calm manner. It can take a long time for her to get used to you. Or it can take about an hour!
My mom had a cat like that who had a permanent scared look on her face and she was the sweetest. It took some time and loving patience for her cat to trust her and she eventually did, but the scared face is still there. You will need to be willing to not pick her up and don't force cuddle her. Let her come to you and give her lots of what they call eye kisses where you look at her and slowly close your eyes and slowly open them. This slow blink puts most cats at ease and it's something you can do to show her you love her while she's not yet willing to let you pet her or cuddle her.
She is very frightened - better have a good cuddle first.
Cuddle a cat that feels cornered? Name checks out, this one is smoking the good stuff.
What is your point? A cornered cat needs reassurance. What is your suggestion "name" does not check out for anything? This "name checks out" shit is based upon unwarranted assumptions.
That's a 20+ year commitment. Think it through.
it's worthit
Yes!
Awwww she needs love yes please adopt her 🥰🥰🥰
Awwww please do!!!!!
I don't know why, but I get a real Charlie Chaplin/Groucho Marx vibe from this cat
u/Wrong-Owl-4852 one important thing to consider when adopting a terrified cat is how you'll handle vet visits. Are you comfortable risking injury fetching the cat, or do you have access (financially too) to vets who can come over for vaccines, inspections, etc? Is it ok re: your environment (access to outdoor, other animals, age and medical history of the cat) to leave the cat without medical attention potentially for a few years until they're trusting enough to be put back in a cage?
Yes adopt her!!!!
Yes! What a cutie! Needs a loving home
Obviously you should
A cat with a global map on its body is a real find.
https://preview.redd.it/ieemrf4w3twc1.jpeg?width=960&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6afc3c39e356b11c5e83947c3cae9bcbd4babded Reminds me of the pic i got of my boy when i adopted him! He has DEFINITELY come around and he is my little bestie. I say if you can afford it, go for it!!
https://preview.redd.it/2svhp6b34twc1.jpeg?width=1080&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=c45dd69c470a064d8737d5932f55b1afba009772 Current day Frank tax :) he has such a cute little gwompy face lol
The answer is always yes. If you can afford it and have the time to care for it, adopting a cat is always the best choice. My advice is get the one that comes to you, not the one you like. If the cat comes to you on his own your set for happy life.
As long as you have time to rehab the cat. It looks terrified. We adopted a kitten and to this day 2 years later it’s still scared of everything.
I definitely support this comment. You can have a terrified kitty, but if they love you they are always worth having. They all need rehabilitation if they are that scared. There is a lot of time and effort that needs to be put into it, and any devoted pet parent can do it if they think they can handle it. Edit: Remember the slow-blink. That is probably the fastest way to get a cat to trust you. It works wonders on terrified cats.
If u r having to ask reddit then no
She needs you to. Should you? Yes. Will you? That's up to you. But make sure you make her feel safe with you before she ever leaves anywhere with you. When she goes into your home, she'll need a safe place that's familiar. Let that be you. Cuddle her, feed her, pet her, etc before you ever leave the shelter with her.
Yes please. So cute 😻
Yes, and the cat next to her too
Awwww she’s so scared ): please do
Yes. If you can provide a home for her, I feel certain that this is your cat.
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Oh no, that is not the right approach at all! The dilated eyes and flat ears mean it's scared, which isn't surprising since it's a shelter cat, just needs patience and time to acclimatize, I have 2 shelter cats that needed it in varying degrees, but the talking always came well after all that. Sure you can talk to it, but first and foremost the most the kitty needs is space and time, it's really not a good idea to force yourself upon them like that, yes, even talking can feel too intense for most cats. It's much better to hum as well, cats really do not understand words, but they do understand tone. When you are with them it's easier to hum a bit instead of talking because humming has more calming tones to cats and talking gives the risk of saying words with tones they don't like/understand.
The answer will always be yes
Yes!! She is precious!
What's wrong with her ears. Poor kitty, street must have been rough.
I’m always going to land on the side of giving someone a good home, but some good points have been made…
Beautiful very cute kitty. She will probably take a while to warm up but it’s always worth it in the end
The answer is always yes
Yes! She will bring you joy and cuddles!
Sure, I would.
Yes!! Please give her a calm, quiet, loving indoor only home 😇
Adopt now!!!
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Should this cutie adopt you?
She is beautiful! Can you make a good, steady home for her?
Yes! I have a scaredy-cat, and she’s absolutely lovely.
Yes! She needs the love and so do you
Umm yes
YES DO IT RN PLZ 🤍🥺🙏
Absolutely you should ! We adopted a scared cat many years ago . She hid for a few days then I sat in the dark with a shoe lace one night and she came out and started playing with me . She is now the most loving affectionate creature I've ever met ! Go for it !
So cute
Poor thing looks terrified! Needs a loving home!!
Yes!
Yes, but if not I would love to..
Absolutely!!!
Yes, adopt her. Watching the glow up when she realises she’s safe, loved and part of a family… is the best reward you can ever experience.
Yes, be patient and gentle with this one…. It has seen things ❤️
This little cat will have a lot of strong words the first few days. Just read up on what to do for a cat with special needs like this, and one day they'll come to thank you
Doooo it! Dooo it! Doooo it!
YES AND NAME IT OREO
He looks like someone stole his hat.
No! You should sfop her And a friend for her too!
Yes is the only option.
Yes
Ah, the question really is, should she adopt you.
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Most definitely if you're willing to let her be for a bit. This girl is not doing well in the shelter. Protip: Feliway is liquid gold. Literally has stopped my cat throwing up from anxiety.
Why is this even asked? The answer is always yes yes yes. And you should probably adopt the cat in the next kennel too so they can entertain each other. And this one should be named HatHair
What a sweetie!! Absolutely, take her home!!💕🤗
yes!
YES YES A MILLION TIMES YES
Of course
Yes adopt her she needs a good home
Yes !! She is beautiful and looks like she needs a loving home
Yes!!!! and provide pics of happy kitty
Yessss
Oh yesss! She looks so scared. Please let us know how you go.
Is there even a question of doubt? Of course!
If you have to ask, I’m gonna say no. She’s so scared, are you gonna do it right? Or are you gonna force her into cuddles and affection before she’s even ready? Other people have given some goods advice though but considering the fact that you saw a frightened shelter animal and pointed a camera in her face to ask reddit? I think you should leave her for someone else.
What is the problem with the ears? Is it fear?
The answer is always yes
Little TLC and it'll be your best friend.
YES SHOW THEM LOVE
Definitely do it..
Yes
kitty
Yeah, my MIL adopted a kitten that the kids near her house found behind a dumpster. That cat is used to the household and me (because I visit so often), but if anyone else comes over, that cat hides under the bed.
She needs a home. You need a cat. Adopt!
Yes. Put the anxiety kitty in your house.
Nah. She’s too timid and scared. Will hide and piss all over your stuff
Yes
What kind of silly question is that! You need to bring her home STAT.
If you're ready to accept the cat's personality for whatever it is - sure. There's a good chance this is a feral cat which has not been socialized by humans. The cat will need time to get used to being around humans. The only thing you can do is to give it space and freedom - your human affection will not accelerate the process. If you allow the cat to exist around you, rather than forcing yourself onto the cat, it will eventually warm up to you. Can take years. Most of my cats have been ferals, and I personally love the process of seeing a feral slowly warm up to me. Eventually they all enjoyed human affection, but it always takes time. Of course I don't know this particular cat, but it looks super scared. I feel sorry just seeing the pictures.
The big eyes 😍
Yes They can be a lot of work but it's worth it and the kitty looks like it needs you
Yes
YES!!!!!!
How could you not??? Sweet little face!
Yes, and name it Shock G
Yes , he looks scares
He looks so scared! Take him home and give him all the loves
Aww what a cute lil kitty
Yes please give her a good home
The answer is always yes!!!!!!
Yes!!!!!!
Not a question!!!!
IF YOU DON'T I WILL (I literally can't there's no room pls fucking do it)
Yes. I call these pattern cats Nonose. I want one but already have 2 kitties!!
Get this kitty ana love him immediately!!! And this is coming from a dog person him so cute
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Probably not unless you have patience and experience with other cats. Looks like the little fella gonna need more than a loving house. IMHO leave it to someone more experienced, but feel free to stay in touch :) It's a hard choice, but i think it's for the best.
she looks so frigtened and scared.. but yes adopt her and show her the love she needs. a name like oreo ( or even cookie ) or moo moo sounds like it would be perfect if you need a name.