**Breed - Domestic Shorthair

Color - Orange/Brown

Sex - Female**

Merlot is a beautiful 3 year old orange and brown tabby with a soft spirit and a sweet, bashful nature. She is a reserved girl who prefers to take her time getting to know new people and places. Once she feels safe, her quiet charm begins to shine through. This lovely lady is looking for a calm, stable home where she can settle in at her own pace and on her own terms. Merlot will truly thrive with someone who understands that trust grows slowly -- and patience, consistency, and kindness are the keys to her heart. If you believe in giving gentle cats the space and reassurance they need to blossom, Merlot may be your perfect match. She's ready for a fresh start with someone who sees her for who she is: a tender, sensitive companion just waiting for the right person to help her feel at home. Could that person be you?