Bella

Meet Bella!! (case #16174)<br/><br/>If Bella could tell her story, we're pretty sure she'd ask for just one thing: a soft bed that never disappears.<br/><br/>This beautiful 9-year-old girl came to us as a stray, and it's clear she never belonged out there. She even had a microchip, giving us hope that someone would be missing her. But when we tracked it down, we learned her registered owner had given her away about a month ago... and couldn't remember to whom.<br/><br/>Somewhere along the way, Bella slipped through the cracks.<br/><br/>Now she's looking for something she should have had all along: a family who won't lose track of her, forget about her, or leave her wondering where she belongs.<br/><br/>Bella does have a few things that make adopters scroll a little faster but we're hoping you'll keep reading.<br/><br/>First, she's 9 years old. We prefer to say she's 9 years young. She's still curious, still enjoys attention, and still has plenty of pep in her step. Think of her as the grandma at the gym who somehow outpaces everyone on the treadmill. Age isn't slowing Bella down anytime soon.<br/><br/>Second, she's a black cat. While some people overlook black cats, many cultures consider them symbols of good luck. We happen to think the real good fortune is ending up with a cat as lovely as Bella.<br/><br/>And finally, Bella is diabetic.<br/><br/>We know that can sound intimidating, but it really isn't the scary diagnosis many people imagine. She simply needs a consistent routine and insulin to keep her feeling her best. It takes a little extra care, but Bella gives back so much more in return. She's absolutely worth those few extra minutes each day.<br/><br/>What Bella needs most isn't perfection. She needs someone who sees past the number on her birthday, the color of her fur, and a medical condition, and sees her — a sweet, resilient cat who deserves to spend her golden years knowing exactly where home is.<br/><br/>Bella has already experienced what it's like to be forgotten.<br/><br/>We're hoping the next chapter of her story is about being chosen... and cherished for the rest of her life.<br/><br/>Please complete an adoption request:<br/><br/>https://www.hamilton.ca/home-neighbourhood/animals-pets/adopt-or-foster-pet/adoptions<br/><br/>Animal adoptions and viewing are by appointment only. This allows our Adoption Staff to spend quality time with each potential home to ensure the most successful matches are made between the animals and their new families.<br/><br/>*Please note: we only adopt within Ontario

Meet Bella!! (case #16174)

If Bella could tell her story, we're pretty sure she'd ask for just one thing: a soft bed that never disappears.

This beautiful 9-year-old girl came to us as a stray, and it's clear she never belonged out there. She even had a microchip, giving us hope that someone would be missing her. But when we tracked it down, we learned her registered owner had given her away about a month ago... and couldn't remember to whom.

Somewhere along the way, Bella slipped through the cracks.

Now she's looking for something she should have had all along: a family who won't lose track of her, forget about her, or leave her wondering where she belongs.

Bella does have a few things that make adopters scroll a little faster but we're hoping you'll keep reading.

First, she's 9 years old. We prefer to say she's 9 years young. She's still curious, still enjoys attention, and still has plenty of pep in her step. Think of her as the grandma at the gym who somehow outpaces

Meet Bella!! (case #16174)

If Bella could tell her story, we're pretty sure she'd ask for just one thing: a soft bed that never disappears.

This beautiful 9-year-old girl came to us as a stray, and it's clear she never belonged out there. She even had a microchip, giving us hope that someone would be missing her. But when we tracked it down, we learned her registered owner had given her away about a month ago... and couldn't remember to whom.

Somewhere along the way, Bella slipped through the cracks.

Now she's looking for something she should have had all along: a family who won't lose track of her, forget about her, or leave her wondering where she belongs.

Bella does have a few things that make adopters scroll a little faster but we're hoping you'll keep reading.

First, she's 9 years old. We prefer to say she's 9 years young. She's still curious, still enjoys attention, and still has plenty of pep in her step. Think of her as the grandma at the gym who somehow outpaces everyone on the treadmill. Age isn't slowing Bella down anytime soon.

Second, she's a black cat. While some people overlook black cats, many cultures consider them symbols of good luck. We happen to think the real good fortune is ending up with a cat as lovely as Bella.

And finally, Bella is diabetic.

We know that can sound intimidating, but it really isn't the scary dia