Meet the fabulous Mateo! 🌟 This delightful furry fellow has been waiting for almost a year to find his forever family. Can you believe it? Despite his shyness, Mateo’s heart is brimming with love just waiting to be shared! 🥰 He can be a bit bashful and has a unique fear of carriers. I mean, who wouldn’t want to avoid those scary boxes? 🚫 So, instead of rushing to meet new friends, he sometimes prefers to observe from a safe distance. You might catch him doing his best statue impression! 🤭 But don’t let that fool you! Once Mateo feels your kind spirit and takes a chance on getting to know you, he transforms into a total lovebug! 💖 Picture this: gentle scratches behind his ears that make him purr like a little motorboat, and tender strokes down his back that send him into a blissful state. While he's not a lap cat, he’s more than happy to be your close companion, lounging next to you like the regal prince he is. 👑 And oh, when it's playtime, Mateo is like a kitten again! A jingle ball or a catnip mouse sends him into a frenzy of joy, batting around his toys with all the enthusiasm of a birthday party! 🎉 So, if you have a big heart and a little patience, Mateo could easily slip into the role of your favorite family member, bringing joy and laughter into your home. This extraordinary animal is waiting ever so patiently for his forever home. If you feel that special connection with Mateo, please, don’t hesitate! *Apply through the Buddy App* and bring this charming fellow into your life! 🐾