"Mimosa"

SPCA#: 05-13-052
Breed: DMH
Age: adult
Gender: Female, spayed
Arrived at the shelter: May 1, 2013 

Mimosa is simply adorable! This smaller than average girl with her soft grey fur will melt your heart.

Mimosa has an interesting personality, and is talkative and expressive when approached.

As a consequence of past experiences she has not quite developed some of the natural cat cues and behaviours that well socialised cats acquire, so she tends to cry out when picked up, and at times will hiss at other cats and inanimate objects! (even her litter tray!)

However these are mostly empty threats, and more of a defence mechanism and lack of confidence. These actions are not meant aggressively, and the frantic meowing when picked up, is really her saying, “thank you for picking me up, I really need a cuddle!” 

Mimosa is such a kitten and is very playful and inquisitive. She scurries around batting balls and bits of paper around, and loves interactive play, such as feather wands and laser pointer.

She would suit a forever home that is calm, quiet with routine and consistency, especially at first. She would benefit from having plenty of places she can retreat to if she feels insecure.

She will suit being an only cat, but could also get along with other cats.

Once Mimosa can bond with one or more human companions, she will almost certainly come in to her own, and be devoted to her family. She wants to give her love and appreciation so much and just needs a special person to give her that opportunity of a life time.