Quintessa Sometimes life just feels unfair. I was a 100% stray cat in late July 2021, brought to the HSHC with three newborn kittens. I was not a big fan of human beings, and making matters worse, my right rear leg was so severely injured that it required amputation. I was only 1.5-years old, not much more than a baby myself. Can you blame me for being depressed, fearful, and stressed? I was still nursing my kittens before I could have the surgery. I went to a foster home to take a break. My foster mom reported that I had the run of the house, had fun playing with the resident cats, and displayed perfect litterbox skills. I was very timid with her, but I did let her pet me a little bit. Once I returned to the HSHC, I lived in a Roaming Room to get accustomed to the routine. I was adopted in November and lived with this family for 4 and a half years. I found this home to be rather scary. I had to share one Robot litterbox with two other cats. The 2-year-old son was very loud and unpredictable, and I always got tense and ran away when he was out. I never let this family touch me. Whenever they tried to touch me, I became very stressed, my eyes widened, and I hissed. I was scared enough to swat, but I never made contact with my teeth or scratched skin with my nails. Now I am 6-years-old and because I am considered under-socialized, I will need extra time, patience, and a calm home to settle in. Another reason I feel sad is that my medical exam on April 19, 2026, found I have Feline Leukemia (FeLV), which makes me more likely to get sick and means I can't be with FeLV-negative cats. I will do best in an environment without young children or multiple cats, and I must live only with cats who are also FeLV-positive. A slow-and-steady approach, interactive play sessions, enrichment toys, and high-value treats will help me build my trust and confidence. Although I may not live as long as other cats, I can still share a happy life with the right person. If you are ready to give me a peaceful forever home where I can relax and be myself, I would be grateful. 5-19-26