Working Cat - Butterscotch

My story

Animal ID: 953180. How this pet arrived: Butterscotch was brought in by a community member on May 25, 2025.Why this pet is the one for you:Butterscotch was found in a house under construction, keeping a low profile and watching the world with quiet intensity. Needless to say, she's still processing her sudden relocation to the shelter. Right now, she's in full "shut down" mode-think brooding, mysterious, and not quite sure if humans are allies or just background extras in her solo adventure. But with time (and a healthy dose of patience), there's hope that Butterscotch will begin to see her new home as less of a conspiracy and more of a cozy retreat. She's looking for a home that offers the best of both worlds: safe outdoor access and a warm indoor spot to recharge her feline mystique. Will Butterscotch become a legendary mouser, feared by rodents and revered by garden gnomes? Or will she opt for sunny naps and quietly judging your daily routine from her favorite windowsill perch? Only time will tell. To adopt Butterscotch, you'll need a secure confinement area where she can stay for 4-5 weeks before earning her outdoor privileges-this helps her understand that your home is now her home. In return, all she asks is food, water, and a quiet place to contemplate her next move (or nap). If you're ready to offer Butterscotch a life of freedom with a safety net, she might just be the independent spirit your home has been missing. Don't forget-a secure, hard-sided carrier to bring her home!Working Cat Adoption Program:  Click HERE to learn more about our outdoor cat adoption program.Shy/Fearful Cat: Butterscotch requires a virtual behavior consult, please watch THIS video to learn more about them. Primary Color: Black Tortoiseshell Weight: 8.7 Age: 1yrs 0mths 2wks

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