Hello! My name is Birdie.

I arrived at the sanctuary in May after being rescued from a small colony of stray and feral cats. I had lived outdoors all my life and had already raised at least two litters of kittens before I was trapped and brought to safety. I was so lucky to be rescued when I was — just days after arriving, I became very unwell. It turned out I had pyometra, a serious and life-threatening infection of the uterus in unspayed female cats. Without urgent treatment, I wouldn’t be here today. I’m truly one of the lucky ones (see medical history).

At first, I was very frightened, everything was strange and new. But my rescuer and carer could see that I wasn’t truly feral, just scared and unsure. They believed I had the potential to learn to trust humans… and they were right!

In just under four months, I’ve made huge progress. I’ve gained confidence, learned that people can be kind, and even started enjoying gentle fusses — especially if there’s food involved. I still get startled by loud noises or sudden movements, but my pen is my safe haven. I’ll dash in there for a moment, then curiosity wins and I’m right back out to see what’s going on.

I love watching the other cats interact with humans, and I’ve even made a friend here called Oak. Unfortunately, Oak sometimes gets a little fed up with how much affection I want! I’d really like to find a feline friend who will enjoy my company, play with me, and snuggle up for naps.

I’ve come so far in such a short time, and my carers are confident I’ll continue to blossom in a loving home with patient, understanding humans. If you’re looking for a sweet, curious, and affectionate girl who just needs a little time to settle, could I be the one for you?