*** If you have any questions or would like to meet any of our adoptable cats, email catadoptions@nawsus.org. Please include a cell number and check your SPAM folder if you do not receive a timely response. Picante is a petite female brown tabby kitten with soft, earthy stripes and a gentle, delicate look that matches her quiet nature. Born on 7/9/25, she has the sweet, youthful features of a kitten who is still learning that the world can be safe and kind. Her calm eyes and tender expressions hint at the loving companion she is becoming, especially after being rescued from a high-kill shelter in southern Illinois. Personality-wise, Picante is a shy little girl who will need a patient, understanding adopter to help her continue building confidence. While she’s still reserved, she has already shown that she enjoys cuddling and finds comfort in gentle, familiar care. With time, consistency, and a calm home, Picante has the potential to blossom into a devoted and affectionate companion, rewarding her person with quiet cuddles and trust that grows deeper every day. Want to help care for her while she waits to find her forever home? You can be a "Sponsor!" Click on the "sponsor" button on this profile and your one-time donation will be used for vital everyday essentials such as her food, litter and medical care! Thank you for helping save lives! All NAWS cats are spayed/neutered, micro-chipped and up to date on vaccines. A Cat Adoption Application is required should you decide you’d like to apply to adopt a NAWS cat. Please complete and submit the application electronically on our website at http://www.nawsus.org.