American Wirehair kittens & cats in Lansing, Michigan

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Calliope is a stunning 9-month-old male long-haired kitty with a beautiful Van pattern. He has faced many challenges in his young life, including witnessing a tragic event among his siblings resulting in his being trapped almost two months later than some of them and in a new location. After being spotted with another group of kittens, likely his nieces and nephews, Calliope stayed fearful while they quickly socialized and found loving homes. As the other kittens were adopted, Calliope grew lonely and slowly started to see humans in a more positive light. At first, he would hiss when his foster mom entered the room, but with patience, playtime, and tasty treats, he began to warm up. Due to his fearful nature, we suspect Calliope has experienced or witnessed abuse from humans in his short life. He requires a patient and quiet home, free from loud noises and young children. Calliope adores his cat tree, loves watching the world from the window, and enjoys the company of other cats once he gets to know them. His fluffy coat is incredibly soft, and he has a charming checkerboard pattern on his head, an incredibly expressive floofy black tail, and a striking black spot on his side. Are you the kind-hearted person ready to give Calliope the loving, patient home he deserves? If so, please reach out to us at adoptions@savedbyzade.com!

This kitty would do best in a quieter home without young children. 🐾 WELCOME HOME! 🐾 Bringing Your New Kitty Home: What to Expect Thank you for adopting and giving this kitty a second chance! Here’s what you need to know for a smooth transition: 🛏 Start Small Set your cat up in one quiet room with a litter box, food, water, and a hiding spot (like a covered bed or cardboard box). Let them explore slowly and on their terms. ⏳ Give Time Even the friendliest cats may be shy at first. Expect 3 days to decompress, 3 weeks to settle in, and up to 3 months to fully adjust. Be patient—they're learning to trust! It’s normal for cats to hide for the first 24–72 hours. Adult cats, especially, may take even longer to feel safe. As long as they’re eating, drinking, and using the litter box, hiding is okay! 🍽 Feed & Hydrate Keep food and water dishes in a quiet, accessible spot. Follow any diet info provided. Monitor eating, drinking, and litter box habits the first few days. 🚽 Litter Box Basics Show them where the box is right away. Keep it clean and use unscented, clumping litter unless otherwise noted. 🐱 Interactions Let your cat come to you. Avoid loud noises or too much handling early on. Use gentle voices and slow blinks to build trust. 🐕 Introducing to Other Pets? Slow and steady wins the race! Keep your new kitty separated at first and take your time with introductions. 🧸 Playtime & Enrichment Interactive toys, scratching posts, and window views help relieve stress and build confidence. Email adoptions@savedbyzade.com