Entrant's First Name
Merinda

Tell us your Cool Cat's story!
I got Merinda - whose name means beautiful spirit from Aboriginal - as a rescue kitty from the Verona Street Shelter in Rochester, New York on January 5th (Mt birthday!) 2023, estimated 2 1/2 years. She was discovered after the renters of an apartment from which they had been evicted left her behind, taking their other animals. She was very anxious, shy and thin - and it has been one of the greatest blessings of my life rehabbing her.

She is such a sweet, gentle, loving animal and my star companion. I have had many cats in my life that I've adored but she really is a standout. She is now friendly and playful and very much the queen of our apartment!

Cool Cat Fact
She absolutely loves being brushed and snuggling and kneading me