Siberian kittens & cats in Santa Cruz, California

Stripes showed up as tiny feral kitten at a retreat center in 2014 and has lived her whole life outdoors. She has survived vicious attacks and many dangers and now deserves the safety and comfort of a warm indoor home. She is gentle, affectionate and deeply loving. Because trust has been hard-earned, she is wary of all people except me. With patience, she could bond safely with another and reveal her incredible sweetness. Having lived outdoors, Stripes is agile, fast, and alert, with sharp reflexes and strong survival instincts. When frightened, she runs and hides, but in a calm, secure space, she can relax and trust. Stripes would thrive in a quiet, peaceful home with someone who gets that trust takes time. She needs a safe place to finally let her guard down and for the right person, she be the most gentle, loving companion. Her favorite things are her warm heated bed, or a warm cozy lap - she likes being brushed or pet, and she loves Churu lickable treats and water fountains.