Sensitive, Affectionate Princess with Big Opinions
Meet Aveline!
Aveline is a gentle, deeply sensitive little cat who has been discovering just how wonderful it can be to feel safe, loved, and comfortable indoors. Watching her come out of her shell has been incredibly rewarding.
When she first arrived in foster care, she was extremely shut down and unsure of the world around her. With patience, consistency, time, and the chance to feel secure, she has blossomed into an affectionate, playful, deeply endearing companion.
Once Aveline feels secure, her sweet personality shines. She now seeks out attention from her people, purrs loudly and often, rolls around happily for pets — including belly rubs! — and has even started exploring lap time. She also excels at being a cozy little foot warmer. Her fosters can attest that she is scoopable, snuggly, smoochable, and every bit the adorable little princess cat she was always meant to be.
Recently, she discovered toys for the very first time — and it turns out she loves to play. Her favorite toys include crinkle balls and springs, which are perfectly sized for batting around and pouncing practice. She gets so excited about her toys that she sometimes announces her victories (and occasional toy-related emergencies) to the entire household with loud commentary. Her foster family suspects she wants everyone to know when she’s caught a toy — or when one has mysteriously disappeared under the furniture and requires immediate assistance in locating it. After playtime, she’s happy to retreat to her favorite cozy safe place: her heated bed.
Aveline is also wonderfully expressive. She has lots of opinions and isn’t shy about sharing them. Her foster family likes to joke that Aveline doesn’t just talk — she speaks in ALL CAPS. Whether she’s announcing that she’s entering the room, calling out to see where her people are, providing commentary on household events, or politely requesting attention, she believes communication is important. Along with her signature chatty meows, she’s developed an adorable repertoire of chirps, trills, and enthusiastic purrs.
As her confidence has grown, Aveline has also shown a strong interest in companionship. She has been gradually meeting her foster family’s resident cats and seems genuinely interested in making friends. Even when other cats aren’t quite sure about her yet, Aveline remains politely curious and optimistic about getting to know them. She is very people-focused and happiest when she can keep tabs on her humans from a comfortable spot nearby. She would love a home where she has plenty of companionship and interaction throughout the day. In a home where her humans are away often, she may appreciate having a friendly kitty companion to keep her company.
Although Aveline has made enormous progress, she is still a sensitive cat who needs consistency, calm, and thoughtful care to keep thriving. She is currently on supportive medication and a special wet food diet to help manage urinary inflammation and stress-related symptoms. Because of this, she’s looking for an adopter who is comfortable maintaining a care routine, monitoring appetite and litter box habits, and helping her continue the progress she’s made in foster care. She’ll do best with a patient and experienced adopter who understands that sensitive cats blossom when they’re given time, predictability, and gentle handling.
In return, Aveline offers something truly special: the joy of watching a once-frightened cat discover safety, affection, and happiness.
If you’re looking for a thoughtful, affectionate companion and believe that the best relationships are built slowly and patiently, Aveline may be your perfect match.
All APA! cats are fully vetted, spayed or neutered, and have updated vaccines and a microchip. Lifetime support is offered by our Cat Behavior Team.
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