Meet Nutmeg – A Little Spice with Big Potential 🧡 Five-month-old Nutmeg came to us with her feral mom and three siblings, and since then she’s been enrolled in our very important Kitten Bootcamp — where she’s been learning all the basics of indoor life: toys are fun, treats are amazing, and people… well… people might actually be pretty great. Nutmeg has made lovely progress and can now be petted and held, but she’s still a shy girl who is learning the ropes of being a confident house cat. Because of this, she’ll need patient adopters who understand that her social skills are still developing and are willing to keep working with her so she can continue building trust. When Nutmeg first moves into her new home, she’ll need to spend some time in a large crate setup so her adopters can easily interact with her and continue the gentle handling that’s helping her gain confidence. With consistency, patience, and positive interactions, kittens like Nutmeg often blossom beautifully. One thing Nutmeg already knows for sure? Playtime is the best time. Toys are the quickest way to win her heart, and interactive play will be a fantastic way for her new family to bond with her while helping her confidence grow. Nutmeg will also need a confident kitty friend in her new home — another friendly cat she can watch and learn from. Having a feline role model makes a huge difference for kittens like her. This adorable little spice is full of potential and just needs the right environment to shine. Nutmeg will do best in a calm, quiet home with patient people who believe in the magic of helping a shy kitten blossom. With time, love, and a good kitty mentor, Nutmeg is going to grow into an amazing companion. 🐾✨ Please be sure to read a cat's full bio before applying! We do our best to keep bios updated as we learn more about each cat or as circumstances change. The bio is the best place to find the most current and important information about their needs, personality, and ideal home. Thank you for your interest in adopting from Scruffy Paws Animal Rescue! If this post is still up, we are still accepting applications for this cat(s)/kitten(s). There's no need to email us about availability, just submit an application if you're interested! For more information about our adoption process, please visit our website: https://scruffypawsanimalrescue.org/about-adoption/ All adoption fees include: - Spay/neuter surgery Adoption Process - Microchip - Rabies and distemper vaccinations - Proof of FIV/feline leukemia testing - Flea treatment & deworming - A veterinary exam Please Note: Scruffy Paws operates by appointment only and is not open to the public. Many of our cats and kittens are in foster homes, so for the safety of our fosters and adopters, an approved adoption application is required before scheduling a meet-and-greet. Ready to apply? Submit an adoption application on our website here: https://form.jotform.com/250234822801145