Pixiebob kittens & cats in Mankato, Minnesota

Meet Miss Scarlett, a sweet girl with a bit of sass and a gentle, reserved nature. She can be a little shy at first and may take some time to feel comfortable in new surroundings. The shelter environment has her a bit guarded, but in a calm and patient home, she’s expected to relax and slowly show more of her personality. With time and trust, her affectionate side will come through. Miss Scarlett would do best in a peaceful home where she can settle in at her own pace. Once she feels safe, she has the potential to be a lovely, engaging companion with just the right touch of attitude.

Mercedes is a shy teenage tabby boy with a gentle heart and a quiet, observant nature. At first, he may hang back and watch from a distance, taking his time to feel safe—but once he warms up, his sweet and sensitive personality begins to shine. He’s still learning confidence, and with patience and gentle encouragement, his playful, curious side comes out in the most endearing ways. Mercedes thrives in a calm, understanding home where he can explore and bond at his own pace. For someone willing to give him time and love, Mercedes will grow into a loyal, affectionate companion who makes every quiet moment feel special.

Meet Maizy! At around 2 years old, Maizy is a beautiful girl with a gentle heart who is looking for a patient, understanding person to give her the fresh start she deserves. Maizy came to us after her beloved owner passed away while in a nursing home. Losing her home and the person she knew was incredibly difficult for her, and when she first arrived at the shelter she was very frightened. She spent over a month slowly learning that people could be trusted, and during that time she preferred to keep her distance and was not comfortable being handled. Today, Maizy has made amazing progress. Once she feels safe, she shows her sweet personality and has become much more comfortable with the staff who have taken the time to earn her trust. Watching her confidence grow has been incredibly rewarding. When Maizy first arrived, we were told she would not do well with children, cats, or dogs. While we still believe she would be happiest in a quiet home without children or dogs, she has pleasantly surprised us by calmly coexisting with laid back cats in one of our cat condos. If her new family already has a cat, introductions should be done very slowly and only with a calm, cat friendly companion. Maizy is looking for a peaceful home with someone who understands that trust takes time. She will need plenty of patience as she adjusts to a new environment, and it may take several weeks before she feels truly at home. Because of this, she would do best with a cat savvy adopter who will let her settle in at her own pace and celebrate the little milestones along the way. If you have a quiet home, a patient heart, and the experience to help a shy cat blossom, Maizy may be the perfect companion for you. The love of a cat like Maizy is earned, and once you have it, it is truly something special.