Meet Gilberta
- Location:
- Age: 4 years/10 months
- Breed: Domestic Shorthair
- Sex: Female
- Color: Tortoise
- Weight: 12.2 lbs.
- Available for Training Foster
- Has been good with other cats
- Has potential to live with teenagers
- Litterbox Trained
- Playful
- Foster Candidate
- In a foster home, Available for adoption
Gilberta is the kind of cat who likes to do things on her own terms. She has a loving side and truly enjoys affection, but she also needs a home that understands and respects her boundaries. Some times she’ll happily ask for pets by rubbing against your legs or gently pushing her head into your hand. Other times, she prefers her space, and she’ll let you know when she’s had enough. Because of this, Gilberta would do best with someone experienced in reading cat body language and comfortable with a cat who can become overstimulated. She communicates clearly, giving both affectionate cues and warning signs, and she thrives when those signals are respected. With patience, consistency, and a calm environment, Gilberta continues to grow more trusting and affectionate. The more safe and understood she feels, the more her loving personality shines through. Gilberta isn’t for everyone, but for the right person, she’ll be an incredibly rewarding companion. 💕
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