Ethel is one of the gentle "E babies"—a striking brown tabby with tiny orange flecks that catch the eye each time you see her. She’s spayed, microchipped, negative for FIV/FELV, and all her shots are up to date. Ethel watches the world carefully, preferring quiet company over hands-on attention for now. She’s a bit braver than her sister, choosing to spend time in the open and near people, especially children, whom she handles with a remarkably gentle curiosity. This kitten is still learning what it means to fully trust and enjoy affection, and her confidence grows in her foster home daily. Ethel enjoys observing life at her own pace, choosing presence over interaction, but she rarely hides. She’s best suited to a calm, patient home ready to celebrate her small steps forward. If you appreciate shy but attentive cats and look forward to earning trust bit by bit, Ethel makes a thoughtful, rewarding companion. What are you waiting for? Apply today!