Belle is the sort of cat who will intrigue you from the start. She showed up near the shelter as part of a litter, a little unsure about people but quietly curious. Right now, she’s learning that humans aren’t so bad, thanks to kind volunteers who are gently earning her trust. Watching her begin to bond is a reminder that the best connections take time—and patience will be well rewarded for whoever welcomes Belle home. She’s already spayed, microchipped, and current with her vaccinations. Her health screen is clear: she tested negative for feline leukemia, FIV, and heartworm, and she still has her claws. Belle isn’t declawed and she isn’t a lap cat—at least not yet. She needs an adopter willing to give her the space and patience to blossom. This isn’t a grab-and-go buddy; Belle needs someone who wants to go at her pace and see her true character emerge with time. To meet Belle, plan to visit in person at the shelter in New Market, MN. If you’re ready for the kind of companionship that grows steadily, Belle just might be waiting for you. Let’s make it official, apply to adopt!