Hello there, dear reader. My name is Durga, and I am a quiet soul who has learned that the world becomes a little less frightening when approached with patience and gentleness. When I first arrived at the shelter, I was rather reserved, my heart cautious as a character in the opening chapters of a grand novel. But with each passing day and each tender touch from my caregivers, I have discovered that affection is worth the risk. I do enjoy being petted and loved upon, and there is nothing quite like the comfort of a soft hand and a gentle voice to ease my worried mind. Once I warm up to you, I offer the sweetest head bumps and the most sincere appreciation for your kindness. I am fully vetted and ready for my next chapter to begin in a loving home where patience and quiet companionship are treasured. I may take a little time to adjust to my new surroundings, but I promise that with understanding and compassion, I will blossom into your most devoted companion. If you are someone who appreciates the beauty of a slow-burn friendship and who understands that the most meaningful bonds are sometimes the ones that develop gradually, then perhaps my story and yours are meant to intertwine. I am waiting for someone who will see past my shyness and recognize the loving heart that beats beneath. How did I get here? Transferred from Tiny Tigers Rescue. ~My adoption fee is $65.00.~