Bella

Bella is almost 5 years old and was adopted from us two years ago. She recently returned when her family realized that the high-traffic environment of a busy home with children, dogs, and other cats was simply too much for her long term.<br/><br/>Bella is not a chaos girl.<br/><br/>While she coexisted with other animals and children, the constant activity eventually began to stress her. That stress showed up in the form of litter box issues — not because she isn’t trained, but because some cats internalize stress quietly until it reaches a tipping point.<br/><br/>Bella is looking for something different now.<br/><br/>She would thrive in:<br/><br/>• A quiet, low-key household<br/>• A predictable routine<br/>• Fewer animals (or possibly as the only pet)<br/>• Adults or calm older children<br/><br/>In the right environment, Bella is affectionate, observant, and content to share space on her terms. She enjoys companionship but does not demand constant stimulation. She prefers calm over commotion and stability over surprises.<br/><br/>She is fully litter box trained when comfortable and has been evaluated by a veterinarian. Her stress-related litter box issues appear environmental, not medical.<br/><br/>Bella is spayed, microchipped, current on vaccinations, and up to date on routine veterinary care.<br/><br/>Some cats bloom in busy homes.<br/>Bella blooms in peace.<br/><br/>If you have a quieter space and are looking for a gentle, steady companion, Bella may be exactly the right fit.<br/><br/>Apply to adopt at:<br/>https://orangecountyva.gov/159/Pet-Adoption-Foster-Care-Information is current on all vaccines, has been spayed,microchipped, dewormed, and tested for FIV/FLV.<br/><br/>Apply to adopt here:<br/>https://orangecountyva.gov/159/Pet-Adoption-Foster-Care-Information

Bella is almost 5 years old and was adopted from us two years ago. She recently returned when her family realized that the high-traffic environment of a busy home with children, dogs, and other cats was simply too much for her long term.

Bella is not a chaos girl.

While she coexisted with other animals and children, the constant activity eventually began to stress her. That stress showed up in the form of litter box issues — not because she isn’t trained, but because some cats internalize stress quietly until it reaches a tipping point.

Bella is looking for something different now.

She would thrive in:

• A quiet, low-key household
• A predictable routine
• Fewer animals (or possibly as the only pet)
• Adults or calm older children

In the right environment, Bella is affectionate, observant, and content to share space on her terms. She enjoys companionship but does not demand constant stimulation. She prefers calm over commotion and stability over surprises.

Bella is almost 5 years old and was adopted from us two years ago. She recently returned when her family realized that the high-traffic environment of a busy home with children, dogs, and other cats was simply too much for her long term.

Bella is not a chaos girl.

While she coexisted with other animals and children, the constant activity eventually began to stress her. That stress showed up in the form of litter box issues — not because she isn’t trained, but because some cats internalize stress quietly until it reaches a tipping point.

Bella is looking for something different now.

She would thrive in:

• A quiet, low-key household
• A predictable routine
• Fewer animals (or possibly as the only pet)
• Adults or calm older children

In the right environment, Bella is affectionate, observant, and content to share space on her terms. She enjoys companionship but does not demand constant stimulation. She prefers calm over commotion and stability over surprises.

She is fully litter box trained when comfortable and has been evaluated by a veterinarian. Her stress-related litter box issues appear environmental, not medical.

Bella is spayed, microchipped, current on vaccinations, and up to date on routine veterinary care.

Some cats bloom in busy homes.
Bella blooms in peace.

If you have a quieter space and are looking for