Ragdoll kittens & cats in Ames, Iowa

🥡 Meet Lo Mein 🥡 Extra spicy. Handle with care. 🌶️ Lo Mein may look like your average takeout special, but this girl comes with a little extra kick! She’s not exactly the “fortune cookie cuddles on day one” type — she prefers a slow introduction and a respectful distance from strangers while she decides if you’re worthy of being added to her VIP menu. 🍜 Lo Mein has had some litterbox struggles in the past, which we believe are connected to chronic discomfort from being declawed on all four paws. Declawing can leave lifelong pain and insecurity, and because of that, Lo Mein can be defensive when she’s scared or uncomfortable. Underneath the spice, though, is a cat who deserves patience, understanding, and a home willing to see beyond her crispy exterior. ❤️ Think of her as a lovable fixer-upper special: a little complicated, a little saucy, but absolutely worth the effort for the right person. She’s looking for a calm, low-traffic home with experienced cat people who understand that trust with Lo Mein is earned one noodle at a time. Once she feels safe, we suspect there’s a soft center hidden under all that szechuan spice. 🌶️🥢 Lo Mein’s takeout order includes: 🥡 Quiet home preferred 🥡 Patient humans only 🥡 No tiny children 🥡 Respect for her space and boundaries 🥡 Extra understanding for her past trauma She may never be everyone’s cup of tea, but to the right person? She could be the best comfort food around. 🍲