Eventually Tammy found a new forever home, but at first she only tolerated one-on-one attention and an occasional light stroke.

Six-year-old Tammy came into our care after her owner had been unable to cope with the responsibilities of looking after her. She had not been neutered and she and the other cats were kept in one room, with no access to outdoor space. She needed to be neutered to not only protect her from future pregnancies but also to reduce her likelihood of getting certain diseases, womb infections and tumours. She also needed dental surgery to remove five teeth which would have made eating difficult and painful. Eventually Tammy found a new forever home, but at first she only tolerated one-on-one attention and an occasional light stroke. Once she found the courage to venture into the rest of the house, her loving and affectionate nature was revealed. Do not get put off by shy cats because you never know what personality is waiting to burst out in the right home. To find cats looking for new homes, take a look at our guide to adopting a cat from Cats Protection.

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