DeeDee

DeeDee (dob 3/2022) In October 2022, a kitty was trapped who bore the scars of Maine’s harsh winters. The freezing temperatures caused the loss of her left ear, and her right ear was deformed by frostbite.<br/><br/>She was brought to Safe Haven and, after receiving medical treatment, was settled into the adoption room. A padded high shelf became her warm and safe nest - it is still her preferred spot.<br/><br/>Like many traumatized animals, DeeDee withdrew. She found comfort in being alone and away from the activities of the common cat rooms.<br/><br/>Eventually, she relaxed and joined in. The other cats accepted her, and the volunteers loved her, so DeeDee eventually became a part of the activity.<br/><br/>However, whenever someone entered the room or an unfamiliar voice would call out, DeeDee would panic and retreat to her safe spot on the high shelf. From there, she was mostly invisible to visitors and potential adopters.<br/><br/>DeeDee was overlooked for years, a common pattern for shy cats in shelters. Around strangers and during adoption events, they often “disappear,” quietly blending into the background.<br/><br/>Is she ready? Oh, yes! The volunteers who work with DeeDee praise her social development. She purrs deeply when she gets a chin, ear, or neck massage. The purr is significant, indicating that DeeDee has become trusting, and is responsive to quiet, gentle handling. She is now ready to move into a home of her own.<br/><br/><br/>To meet Dee Dee and visit the shelter located at the Thrift Shop/Cattail Farm, 1784 Post Road, Wells, ME (Route 1), please go to our website and fill out an adoption application. We will be in touch to make an appointment for your visit. If you have any questions regarding a cat located at the Cattail location please contact: shelly@safehavenhumanesociety.org<br/><br/><br/>Adoption Applications: <br/>https://www.safehavenhumanesociety.org/adoption-form/<br/><br/>Filling out an application is not a commitment to adopt!

DeeDee (dob 3/2022) In October 2022, a kitty was trapped who bore the scars of Maine’s harsh winters. The freezing temperatures caused the loss of her left ear, and her right ear was deformed by frostbite.

She was brought to Safe Haven and, after receiving medical treatment, was settled into the adoption room. A padded high shelf became her warm and safe nest - it is still her preferred spot.

Like many traumatized animals, DeeDee withdrew. She found comfort in being alone and away from the activities of the common cat rooms.

Eventually, she relaxed and joined in. The other cats accepted her, and the volunteers loved her, so DeeDee eventually became a part of the activity.

However, whenever someone entered the room or an unfamiliar voice would call out, DeeDee would panic and retreat to her safe spot on the high shelf. From there, she was mostly invisible to visitors and potential adopters.

DeeDee was overlooked for years, a common pattern for shy cats in shelters. Around st

DeeDee (dob 3/2022) In October 2022, a kitty was trapped who bore the scars of Maine’s harsh winters. The freezing temperatures caused the loss of her left ear, and her right ear was deformed by frostbite.

She was brought to Safe Haven and, after receiving medical treatment, was settled into the adoption room. A padded high shelf became her warm and safe nest - it is still her preferred spot.

Like many traumatized animals, DeeDee withdrew. She found comfort in being alone and away from the activities of the common cat rooms.

Eventually, she relaxed and joined in. The other cats accepted her, and the volunteers loved her, so DeeDee eventually became a part of the activity.

However, whenever someone entered the room or an unfamiliar voice would call out, DeeDee would panic and retreat to her safe spot on the high shelf. From there, she was mostly invisible to visitors and potential adopters.

DeeDee was overlooked for years, a common pattern for shy cats in shelters. Around strangers and during adoption events, they often “disappear,” quietly blending into the background.

Is she ready? Oh, yes! The volunteers who work with DeeDee praise her social development. She purrs deeply when she gets a chin, ear, or neck massage. The purr is significant, indicating that DeeDee has become trusting, and is responsive to quiet, gentle handling. She is now ready to mov