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My name is Lorissa!

Posted over 16 years ago

My basic info

Breed
Calico
Color
Calico or Dilute Calico
Age
Young
Sex
Female
Pet ID
Hair Length
short

My details

Alert icon Not good with kids
Alert icon Not good with dogs
Checkmark in teal circle Good with cats
Checkmark in teal circle Shots current
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Has special needs

My story

Here's what the humans have to say about me:

Hello, I'm Lorissa. Isn’t that a lovely name? It means “cheerful." I'm not sure it's easy to be cheerful living in a shelter but I'm a happy, mellow cat. One day, when I have a home and a family of my own, I know I will be a cheerful girl. And I know that I will be a great companion who will make you smile and feel cheer inside.

I came to MaxFund as a stray kitten. That was in 2006! Somehow I got passed over for the other kittens and grew up here. Why did I never find a home? Well I am shy and quiet. I am also so used to rejection that I don't even try to approach adopters. I find it's better to reject them than have them reject me, so I usually hang out in the cat trees and cubbyholes where no one sees me. It’s not that I don’t like people; it’s just that I don't try. But if you approach me, I am friendly and enjoy petting. I'm a calm, mellow cat that gets along with anyone. I'm a gentle girl and I just know that in a home, I will really reach my potential. I really warm up to people that are gentle and patient with me. I have boundless potential for love; I just need someone to love me back with all of their heart. Is that someone you?

I get along well with other cats, especially timid cats. I probably should not live with dogs or toddlers. The volunteers say they will miss me when (if!) I ever get a home. But they will be happy to say goodbye because they know I will blossom and be so delighted to be in my own home. Do come to the shelter and get to know me. I may be a late bloomer, but that just means that I have more love saved up for you!! I can’t wait to meet you and I hope to see you very soon.

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