Stripe - Shy Cat

Hi my name is Stripe! I'm quite the shy guy, despite what my big squeezable face may lead you to believe. Since I'm always in hiding, the NCAL staff are still getting a gauge on my personality. I'll tolerate physical touch from the staff members here that I know, but I don't really enjoy it. Once I'm in a safe and quiet home, I can see myself getting more comfortable with people. That day may be a long way off, though!<br/><br/>My adoption fee includes vaccinations, a microchip, and I am spayed/ neutered.<br/><br/>SHY CAT:<br/>This cat has a discounted adoption fee because they are a shy cat, much more so than your average cat. Patience and a gentle approach will be necessary to form a bond and help this cat feel that they are safe in their new environment. This means that the cat is likely to not want to interact with you at first and will need time to settle in and relax. It is likely to take weeks to months for this cat to become comfortable in your home. Even once settled, they may always be a shy cat who runs from visitors.<br/><br/>In order to have the best chance at creating a lasting bond with your new cat, you must go at their pace. When you get home, this cat should be set up in one room of your home, with a door that will stay shut while the cat adjusts. They should be offered a variety of foods and plenty of appropriate hiding places to help them feel safe during this transition. The cat should not be let out of their room until they seem like they are making progress and seem to want to explore more of the house.<br/><br/>History:<br/>Dogs: I don't like dogs! No dogs in the home, please!<br/>Cats: I don't like other cats! No other cats in the home, please!<br/>Children: I don't like young children! Older children/teenagers could be OK.

Hi my name is Stripe! I'm quite the shy guy, despite what my big squeezable face may lead you to believe. Since I'm always in hiding, the NCAL staff are still getting a gauge on my personality. I'll tolerate physical touch from the staff members here that I know, but I don't really enjoy it. Once I'm in a safe and quiet home, I can see myself getting more comfortable with people. That day may be a long way off, though!

My adoption fee includes vaccinations, a microchip, and I am spayed/ neutered.

SHY CAT:
This cat has a discounted adoption fee because they are a shy cat, much more so than your average cat. Patience and a gentle approach will be necessary to form a bond and help this cat feel that they are safe in their new environment. This means that the cat is likely to not want to interact with you at first and will need time to settle in and relax. It is likely to take weeks to months for this cat to become comfortable in your home. Even once settled, they may always be a shy cat who runs from visit

Hi my name is Stripe! I'm quite the shy guy, despite what my big squeezable face may lead you to believe. Since I'm always in hiding, the NCAL staff are still getting a gauge on my personality. I'll tolerate physical touch from the staff members here that I know, but I don't really enjoy it. Once I'm in a safe and quiet home, I can see myself getting more comfortable with people. That day may be a long way off, though!

My adoption fee includes vaccinations, a microchip, and I am spayed/ neutered.

SHY CAT:
This cat has a discounted adoption fee because they are a shy cat, much more so than your average cat. Patience and a gentle approach will be necessary to form a bond and help this cat feel that they are safe in their new environment. This means that the cat is likely to not want to interact with you at first and will need time to settle in and relax. It is likely to take weeks to months for this cat to become comfortable in your home. Even once settled, they may always be a shy cat who runs from visitors.

In order to have the best chance at creating a lasting bond with your new cat, you must go at their pace. When you get home, this cat should be set up in one room of your home, with a door that will stay shut while the cat adjusts. They should be offered a variety of foods and plenty of appropriate hiding places to help them feel safe during this transition. The cat should not be let