Esperanza is a masterclass in the beauty of patience. Her name means "Hope," and that is exactly what she needs-a home that offers her the hope of a peaceful, predictable life. Esperanza is a very sweet girl, but she views the world with a bit of caution. When she first …
Esperanza is a masterclass in the beauty of patience. Her name means "Hope," and that is exactly what she needs-a home that offers her the hope of a peaceful, predictable life.
Esperanza is a very sweet girl, but she views the world with a bit of caution. When she first arrived at her foster home, she was a professional hider for weeks. Slowly, her curiosity won out, and now she spends her days as a "window watcher," fascinated by the birds and the breeze outside.
The Way to Esperanza's Heart:
Treats are the Key: After a month of patient bonding, she finally allowed her foster to give her some chin scratches-provided a tasty treat was involved!
A Secret Collector: She is a quiet player who loves her toys so much she actually "hides" them away for safekeeping.
The Window Seat: Her favorite hobby is observing the world from a safe distance. A sunny windowsill is her absolute happy place.
Her Perfect Match:
Esperanza needs a specific kind of environment to truly blossom:
A Calm Atmosphere: She is looking for a "low-energy" household. Loud noises and fast movements are a bit scary for her.
Feline Friends: She could live with another very calm, gentle cat. Her current foster siblings want to chase and play, which is a bit much for her. She needs a roommate who respects her personal bubble.
No Dogs or Small Children: Because she is so easily startled, a home without dogs and with only older, respectful children would be best.
A Patient Heart: Her adopter needs to be someone who finds joy in the small victories-the first time she stays in the room when you walk in, or the first time she asks for a head rub.
The Reward:
Giving a home to a cat like Esperanza is incredibly rewarding. There is no feeling quite like the moment a shy cat decides they finally trust you. She isn't a "lap cat" yet, but she is a beautiful, quiet companion who just wants to believe the world is a safe place.
Could you be the one to show Esperanza that she's finally home?
If you'd like to meet this cat or think this cat would be a good match for your family, please complete our adoption questionnaire at
http://www.trentoncats.org/adoption-questionnaire/ and let your references know someone will be contacting them soon. All our cats are neutered, up to date on age-appropriate vaccinations, dewormed and flea-treated, tested for FIV/FeLV, and microchipped prior to adoption. Thanks for opting to adopt!