Serena

Available

5 years old|Tabby|Female|Medium|Grand Rapids, MI

🐾 Friendly🤐 Quiet☺️ Gentle🤗 Affectionate🎾 Playful

Serena

Available

5 years old|Tabby|Female|Medium|Grand Rapids, MI

🐾 Friendly🤐 Quiet☺️ Gentle🤗 Affectionate🎾 Playful

Serena is a medium-sized, adult female tabby with short, soft fur in classic brown and gold shades. She is house trained, spayed, and vaccinated, ready to settle into a calm environment. Serena currently waits in Grand Rapids, MI for a new home where her shy, gentle personality can truly blossom.

About Serena

Serena is a brown and gold tabby with a quiet presence and incredible whiskers. After her owner lost their home, Serena and her housemates ended up on the street. She’s endured several transitions—moving through shelters and foster care—which hasn’t been easy for a shy cat. Despite the constant upheaval, her gentle nature never faltered. She takes her time to feel secure, but once she settles, she enjoys gentle head scratches, loves laying near her person, and even shows flashes of playfulness, especially when her favorite ping pong ball comes out. Serena can often be found tucked under a blanket at the shelter, preferring a soft spot where she can feel safe. She isn’t withdrawn—she’s just waiting for the right touch and a little patient attention. Those who’ve fostered Serena say she warms up with soft voices and calm praise. She’s ready for a quieter home—an environment with a steady routine, perhaps with a single person or couple, or as a companion to another mellow, friendly cat. Serena has been spayed, vaccinated, and microchipped. If you’re looking for a sweet cat who will reward kindness and patience with deep affection, Serena could be the one. Born under the sign of Libra, harmony is her natural state. Click apply to start the adoption process.

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$95

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Rescues & Shelters

Second Chance Cats of West Michigan

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Questions about Serena

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Tabby cats like Serena adapt well to quiet, stable environments. They tend to do best in homes without excessive noise or chaos, which allows their affectionate and playful side to shine.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
Serena the tabby is content to live fully indoors, as most domestic cats are. She will thrive with plenty of cozy indoor spaces to hide and play.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Tabby cats, including Serena, are generally suitable for homes with gentle, respectful children, especially if the child understands a quieter cat needs patience.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Serena's tabby breed suits both new and experienced cat owners, but her sensitivity means she may do best with someone who can offer patience and a stable routine.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
While some tabby cats adapt to living with calm dogs, Serena’s history suggests she may prefer quieter spaces without a lot of canine commotion.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Tabby cats like Serena often enjoy the company of other friendly and laid-back cats. Serena would be comfortable with a relaxed feline companion or as an only cat.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
As a tabby cat, Serena may have a prey drive towards small animals. It's usually best to supervise or avoid mixing cats with small pets like rodents or birds.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Serena’s breed is known for being friendly, but she herself is shy and may take time to warm up to new people. She will gradually show more affection as she gets comfortable.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Most tabby cats, including Serena, are fairly independent and can be left alone during the typical workday. But she will appreciate companionship and routine attention from her adopter.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Serena is house trained, and like most domestic cats, requires minimal additional training beyond a regular litter box routine and gentle socialization.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Tabby cats like Serena generally fall in the medium size range. She is of average size for an adult female domestic cat.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
With good care, Serena and other tabby cats usually live 12 to 16 years, and sometimes longer.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Serena’s short-haired tabby coat means moderate shedding, requiring regular brushing to minimize loose fur around the home.