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My name is Sunny!

Posted over 4 months ago | Updated 1 month ago

My basic info

Breed
Domestic Shorthair
Color
Tortoiseshell
Age
Adult
Sex
Female
Pet ID
21765170
Hair Length

My details

Checkmark in teal circle Purebred
Checkmark in teal circle Spayed / Neutered
Checkmark in teal circle Housetrained
Checkmark in teal circle Has special needs

My story

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

With a sleek, shimmering tortoiseshell coat that looks like it was painted from the night sky and enormous golden eyes that seem to glow with wisdom, Sunny is a truly breathtaking cat. But her beauty runs deeper than her stunning appearance. This girl is a survivor, a nurturing soul, and a refined, quietly commanding presence.

Sunny was rescued during a thunderstorm, having just given birth to five kittens. Despite her difficult start, she proved to be an extraordinary mother, raising confident, polite, and joyful babies, each one a testament to her care and gentle leadership.

Now that her kittens are grown, Sunny has matured into a sophisticated, intelligent, and independent companion, the kind of cat who won’t follow you around begging for attention, but will sit nearby, supervising with regal poise. When she does ask for affection (with a soft meow and a head tilt), it’s genuine and sweet. She enjoys gentle pets, and while she’s not a fan of being picked up, she communicates her boundaries with grace.

She prefers calm, quiet environments and would thrive in a home with mature, respectful humans, especially those who understand and appreciate a cat with strong opinions and a gentle, queenly demeanor. She would do best either as a solo cat or with other quiet, well-mannered feline companions.

Sunny does have some medical needs, including IBD and early renal damage, which are managed with a special diet. She’s currently stable, maintaining her weight well, and is easy to care for with consistent feeding routines.

She enjoys cool spots like tile floors, or resting quietly on a cardboard scratcher or behind the sofa. You’re more likely to find her monitoring the hallway than chasing a toy, but make no mistake, she’s engaged and observant, just in her own, calm way.

Sunny is not a “beginner cat,” but for someone who appreciates a confident, elegant companion with a story and a soul, she’s an unforgettable treasure.

Apply to meet this beautiful star today.

November 1, 2025, 1:10 pm
Rescue

Contact info

Pet ID
21765170
Contact
Email
Address
Drippings Springs, TX 78620

Their adoption process

Additional adoption info

We ask for a $150 adoption donation, which includes spay/neuter, microchip, vaccinations, FIV/FeLV testing for cats, and all veterinary records. To begin the adoption process, please send an email to: adoptions@thunderingpaws.org

Adoption application

Go meet their pets

To meet one of our dogs or cats, contact us for a schedule of our weekend adoption events. Please send an email to: adoption@thunderingpaws.org. During the COVID-19 pandemic, you can still find your purrfect forever friend by viewing our adoptable pets and completing an adoption form online. We can do a virtual meet and greet via Zoom, and we will safely deliver your new family member to your home.

More about this rescue

The mission of Thundering Paws Animal Sanctuary is to offer a safe haven for cats who are homeless, neglected, injured, or abused.

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