Teresa is a gentle 7-year-old cat whose life turned upside down when her previous owner developed dementia and could no longer care for her. After being the only pet in her last home, she is now easily overwhelmed and needs time to find her footing in these new surroundings. Teresa often reacts with shyness and can lash out from fear when she feels insecure; her wariness isn’t due to a lack of affection, but simply her natural response to a stressful situation. She needs a patient adopter willing to give her two to three weeks or more to decompress and feel safe. Teresa will do best in a quiet, predictable household without children, where there’s little chaos and the daily rhythm is gentle. Though she’s lived as an only pet, she appears to handle other calm cats with slow, proper introductions and room to retreat if needed. Given steady routines and understanding, Teresa can slowly build trust and form a strong connection with her adopter. She’s searching for someone who gets that trust takes time—and who’s willing to give her a second chance at safety and love. Ready to fall in love? Hit apply and lets get started.