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Iris

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Medium
  • Domestic Short Hair

About Iris

Shakespeare, ON

Breed

Domestic Short Hair

Physical Traits

Adult
(3-8 years)
Female
Medium
(7-11 lbs)
Coat: Short
Calico

Behavior

Personality
Gentle, Playful, Quiet, Sweet, Calm, Very Observant, Sweet, Calm, Very Observant, Shy
House-trained: Yes

Health

Spayed/Neutered:
Yes
Vaccinated:
Yes

Iris’s Compatibility

    This pet has unknown compatibility with kids.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with dogs.

    This pet has good compatibility with cats.

    This pet has unknown compatibility with other animals.

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Iris's Story

📄 Adoption Resume: Iris<br/><br/>Name: Iris<br/>Date of Birth: April 23, 2023<br/>Intake: April 2025<br/>Status: Spayed, Vaccinated, Microchipped<br/>Location: Foster care. New Hamburg <br/>Looking for: A calm, patient forever home (with sister Lily)<br/><br/>🌼 Professional Summary<br/><br/>Iris is a soft, thoughtful girl whose journey has been one of quiet courage and steady growth. Rescued from a large colony in Heidelberg in April 2025 alongside several family members, Iris arrived unsure of the indoor world and the humans in it. With the gentle guidance of her foster mom, she has made beautiful progress — learning that safety, kindness, and love can be trusted. We are so proud of how far she’s come and excited for her next chapter.<br/><br/>🐾 Key Skills & Traits<br/><br/>-Sweet, shy, and deeply observant<br/><br/>-Slowly learning to trust and enjoy gentle pets<br/><br/>-Loves playtime and tasty treats<br/><br/>-Enjoys quietly watching the world around her<br/><br/>-Loyal and playful sister to Lily<br/><br/>-Champion tag player with her favorite teammate<br/><br/>🏡 Ideal Work Environment<br/><br/>-Quiet, peaceful home<br/><br/>-Patient humans who let relationships unfold naturally<br/><br/>-A family who understands that trust takes time<br/><br/>-Best adopted with her sister Lily, her constant source of confidence and comfort<br/><br/>💖 What Iris Brings to the Table<br/><br/>Iris may not rush into affection, but every step she takes forward is incredibly rewarding. With time, patience, and lots of love, she continues to bloom into a wonderful companion. Every cat deserves a happy ever after — and Iris is no exception. We believe her perfect family is out there, ready to celebrate the small victories and open their hearts to both Iris and Lily together.<br/><br/>If you believe the most meaningful bonds are built gently and with intention, Iris (and Lily) may be the perfect match for your home. 🐾✨

📄 Adoption Resume: Iris

Name: Iris
Date of Birth: April 23, 2023
Intake: April 2025
Status: Spayed, Vaccinated, Microchipped
Location: Foster care. New Hamburg
Looking for: A calm, patient forever home (with sister Lily)

🌼 Professional Summary

Iris is a soft, thoughtful girl whose journey has been one of quiet courage and steady growth. Rescued from a large colony in Heidelberg in April 2025 alongside several family members, Iris arrived unsure of the indoor world and the humans in it. With the gentle guidance of her foster mom, she has made beautiful progress — learning that safety, kindness, and love can be trusted. We are so proud of how far she’s come and excited for her next chapter.

🐾 Key Skills & Traits

-Sweet, shy, and deeply observant

-Slowly learning to trust and enjoy gentle pets

-Loves playtime and tasty treats

-Enjoys quietly watching the world around her

-Loyal and playful sister to Lily

-Champion t

📄 Adoption Resume: Iris

Name: Iris
Date of Birth: April 23, 2023
Intake: April 2025
Status: Spayed, Vaccinated, Microchipped
Location: Foster care. New Hamburg
Looking for: A calm, patient forever home (with sister Lily)

🌼 Professional Summary

Iris is a soft, thoughtful girl whose journey has been one of quiet courage and steady growth. Rescued from a large colony in Heidelberg in April 2025 alongside several family members, Iris arrived unsure of the indoor world and the humans in it. With the gentle guidance of her foster mom, she has made beautiful progress — learning that safety, kindness, and love can be trusted. We are so proud of how far she’s come and excited for her next chapter.

🐾 Key Skills & Traits

-Sweet, shy, and deeply observant

-Slowly learning to trust and enjoy gentle pets

-Loves playtime and tasty treats

-Enjoys quietly watching the world around her

-Loyal and playful sister to Lily

-Champion tag player with her favorite teammate

🏡 Ideal Work Environment

-Quiet, peaceful home

-Patient humans who let relationships unfold naturally

-A family who understands that trust takes time

-Best adopted with her sister Lily, her constant source of confidence and comfort

💖 What Iris Brings to the Table

Iris may not rush into affection,

How To Adopt

Iris was listed as ADOPTABLE by Real Trooper Cat Rescue
How can I adopt Iris?
Click the Start Your Inquiry button, and share some preliminary details with Real Trooper Cat Rescue. They may then ask for more details or an official application prior to an adoption. If you're a match, they'll reach out with next steps and timing.
How can I find out if Iris is a good fit for me?
Click the "See How You Match" button, answer a few simple questions, and see how you match up! It takes less than a minute to complete. You can also reach out directly to Real Trooper Cat Rescue for details on the pet.
When can I meet Iris?
If you've submitted an inquiry, Real Trooper Cat Rescue will review your information and may ask you to fill out an official application. If you're a good fit for Iris, they'll reach out to set up a meeting.
What if I have more questions about the adoption process?
Just reach out directly to Real Trooper Cat Rescue, and they'll be happy to help!
Real Trooper Cat Rescue's Adoption Policy
Adopters complete an online application which includes 2 personal references and a vet reference. They forward pictures of their home for a virtual home visit. Upon approval they have a meet and greet with the cats/kittens of interest. An adoption contract is completed if a match is made and their new family member goes home with them.

Iris is from Real Trooper Cat Rescue

[Shakespeare, ON]

Our Mission
Real Trooper Cat Rescue is a foster based rescued committed to helping homeless cats in Perth East and surrounding communities. We aim to rescue, socialize, vet and find well matched purrfect homes for the cats in our care

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