More about Ms. Boots

From Ms. Boots: I’ve Been So Lonely… But I’m Ready to Love Again Hi, I’m Ms. Boots — a quiet, gentle kitty with white-tipped paws and a heart that’s been through more than most. Not long ago, I had a person I loved very much and I even had a German Shepherd doggie friend. My whole world was quiet, soft, and safe — until one day, everything changed. My person passed away suddenly… and just like that, I was all alone. Then the floods came. I was stranded in the house, surrounded by silence and shadows, wondering where my person had gone and why no one came for me. Every few days, a lady would stop by to feed me. But she didn’t like cats — especially not scared, grieving ones like me. She didn’t speak kindly. She moved too fast and would even smack me. She frightened me more than I already was. I thought maybe love was gone forever. But now… things are different. I’ve been given a second chance. I’m in a safe, calm place. And I’ve slowly started to remember what it feels like to trust again. I might not be the kind of cat who jumps into your arms, but I will curl up near you. I will lean in for pets. I’ll sit beside you for as long as you’ll let me — soaking in the love I’ve missed so much. I’m quiet, sweet, and so, so ready to belong again. If you have a peaceful heart and a gentle hand, I’ll meet you there.I’m Ms. Boots — and I’m finally ready to go home. With love,Ms. Boots If you would like to meet your new best friend, contact the Adoption Coordinator at [email protected] or 865-236-0830. To fill out an application, go to www.almosthometn.org. If you cannot get it to work, let us know and we will email it to you in a different format. Unless otherwise noted, all Almost Home cats are healthy, spayed/neutered, up-to-date on vaccinations, and flea & tick preventative.