Size
(when grown) -
Details
House-trained,
Declawed,
Story
Meet Maisy: The Queen of Mixed Signals!Looking for a cat with personality? Not just a cat—but a full-on experience? Allow us to introduce Maisy.At 10 years young, Maisy is a 16-pound Abyssinian masterpiece (currently working toward her ideal figure—summer body goals, am I right?). She’s got sass, she’s got opinions, and she’s not afraid to let you know exactly how she feels… usually all at once.Over the past few months in foster care, Maisy has made amazing progress. She’s learning to trust more every day and has started to enjoy soft head pets…for a couple of minutes at a time, of course. Because Maisy is declawed, she can become overstimulated with too much handling.Maisy has perfected the art of saying, “Don’t touch me”… while also purring at you. Pet her? You may get a dramatic paw swat. Persist? You might earn a gentle “this is your warning” nibble. Don’t worry—it’s more of a love tap with teeth than anything else. She just likes to keep things interesting.But here’s the twist: approach Maisy hands-free, and suddenly she’s all in for forehead kisses like a proper lady. Maisy has had a rough past and can be a little defensive when hands come toward her too fast—but once you learn her rules, you’ll see her softer, sweeter side.And oh, she’s got quirks (the best kind):• Loves hanging out near her people… while pretending she doesn’t care• A proud solo act—she wants to be your one and only (no other cats, please!)• A stealth ambush expert (especially if another cat dares exist nearby)• Curls up in a box that is absolutely too small for her (a personal favorite)• She loves chasing bits of food like they’re Olympic-level prey• Will wrestle with paper like it personally offended her• Has mastered the art of dramatic hissing while simultaneously purring• Sleeps politely on her own bed… until morning, when she transforms into your personal alarm clockSpeaking of mornings: Maisy starts gently—with a soft, quiet meow. If ignored, she escalates. Eventually, you may receive a light tap… or a full-on “get up and feed me” paw to the face. She believes in results.Despite her tough-girl act—complete with dramatic hisses and the occasional spit for flair—Maisy is secretly a cuddle bug. When the mood strikes, she’ll climb up, curl on top of you like you’re her favorite piece of furniture, and remind you that underneath all that attitude is a cat who just wants to feel safe, loved, and understood.If you’re looking for a cat with character, comedy, and cuddle potential, Maisy is ready to rule your heart (on her terms, of course).She may not be a constant lap cat—but she will give you moments that matter. The quiet companionship, the slow-building trust, the surprise cuddles, the forehead kisses… and yes, even the attitude—those are the things that make Maisy so special.Maisy isn’t for everyone—and that’s exactly what makes her perfect for someone. She needs a patient, cat-savvy home that appreciates a little spice with their snuggles.Maisy isn’t just a cat—she’s a relationship.And for the right person, she will absolutely be worth it.For more information or to apply to adopt, please go to: https://www.purrpartners.org/adopt/
