Hazelnut is a shy cat who loves his treats and is slowly learning to trust people. Right now, he’s forming a close bond with his friend Wooloo in the cat colony room. Hazelnut takes cues from the more social Wooloo, but he prefers to keep things low-key and appreciates a gentle touch—from a distance, at least for now. As part of the feral cat colony that arrived at the shelter a few years ago, Hazelnut is one of those felines who needs a cat-savvy adopter—someone with experience socializing or caring for semi-feral cats and who finds the patience-rewarding. He’s used to living with other cats and will thrive only if adopted with a companion from his colony family. Transitioning alone wouldn't be fair to him. These cats have survived a lot, and what they need now is a stable, understanding home where their personalities can blossom. Ready to fall in love? Hit apply and lets get started.