Iris is a beautiful 1-year-old kitty who is still learning that the world can be a safe and loving place. When she first arrived at the shelter, everything felt big and scary, and she spent much of her time feeling cautious and unsure of the people around her. With patience and gentle care, Iris has started to blossom. If you approach her slowly and give her the chance to come to you, she’ll reward you with something very special. Once the pets begin, Iris realizes just how nice they feel—and suddenly she can’t get enough! What starts as a shy moment quickly turns into a sweet little petting session where Iris happily leans in for more affection. Iris is still building her confidence, so she would do best with someone who understands that trust takes time. A calm home and a patient adopter will help her continue to grow into the loving, affectionate cat we know she can be. At this time, it’s unknown how Iris feels about other animals, so slow and thoughtful introductions would be important if there are other pets in the home. For someone willing to move at her pace, Iris has so much love waiting just beneath the surface. With a little patience and kindness, this shy young cat is ready to bloom into a wonderful companion. Fill out an application for her here: https://new.shelterluv.com/matchme/adopt/FMAS/Cat