Meet Gaia, a wonderfully shy yet playful girl looking for her forever home. Gaia's life didn't begin with the love, safety, and protection she deserved, and those early hardships left their mark. Even so, she has proven incredibly resilient. With steady progress in foster care, she is slowly learning that people can be kind. Despite her difficult start, Gaia radiates pure joy when she plays! Her favorite games include string toys, chasing lasers, batting balls and springs, and wrestling with her BFF. She also loves enjoys hanging out on a cat tree napping or gazing out the window. Gaia isn't fully comfortable being touched by humans yet, however, she will happily lay beside you. She startles easily when reached for and will retreat to a safe distance. She needs a special person who is patient and will let her set the pace as she learns to trust and grow in confidence. Gaia finds tremendous comfort in the presence of other cats. She would do best in a calm home with another friendly cat -- especially if it were her lifelong companion, Gwendolyn. These two girls were rescued together and have been side by side since the very beginning, offering each other comfort, support, and familiarity. Are you Gaia's special person? Complete an application online at PurrPartners.org.For more information or to apply to adopt, please go to: https://www.purrpartners.org/adopt/