***SPECIAL NEEDS KITTY*** Greta is a baby that was brought to us at about 4 weeks of age & has grown up into a beautiful little lady. At about a 1yr old, I began noticing a behavior that was concerning enough to make an appt w our vet. Greta was diagnosed with Hyperesthesia, also known as Feline Hyperesthesia Syndrome (FHS), which is a very unfortunate medical condition that results in extremely sensitive skin, enough so that even the gentlest of pets can feel like a thousand needles stabbing them! Because of this, there are times where Greta may hiss, scratch, or bite suddenly as a result of being in pain when getting the pets. ***It's crucial to remember that cats with hyperesthesia cannot control their actions, so punishment is ineffective & can worsen their anxiety!! Greta's Hyperesthesia episodes are triggered by stress & touch. Her main stressor however, is other cats. Her interactions w other cats cause her to get upset, growl, then her back & tail start twitching excessively. When Greta was finally given her own bedroom, she immediately became more loving, affectionate, & her episodes decreased immensely. Thus, it is essential that Greta be in a home with no other cats, no small children, & an experienced cat parent. Greta is fantastic w dogs & would do fine with them as long as they do well with cats & respect her boundaries.