Selena is a breathtaking brown tabby and white beauty with soulful eyes and a heart that has weathered hardship. Born in January 2021, she was found wandering alone along Roosevelt Boulevard, frightened and searching for safety. Thankfully, dedicated trappers gave her the second chance she so deeply deserved. Her gentle nature hints at a past where she once knew the warmth of a home, but her time on the streets left her longing for stability, understanding, and quiet companionship.

Now spayed, fully vetted, and living in foster care, Selena has made remarkable progress in a short time. Once tense and wary, she has relaxed and even begun to show affection. She’s learned to trust slowly, climbing into a warm lap, curling up next to her trusted person, and accepting gentle chin scratches. She has shown a clear preference for men—her foster describes her as calm and affectionate with her husband, often sitting in his lap for long stretches of time. While she has also grown more comfortable with her female foster, she remains more cautious and requires careful, intentional movements so she isn’t startled.

Selena enjoys a quiet environment where she can feel secure. She’s curious about wand toys but isn’t particularly interested in high-energy play. She has specific tastes in wet food and loves her treats. When it comes to other cats, she prefers to keep her distance and would likely do best as an only cat, or possibly with one calm, low-energy feline companion after a very slow introduction.

Selena is not a lap cat in the traditional sense, and affection is always on her terms. She can be a wonderfully quiet, steady companion for someone patient who understands and respects her boundaries. A male adopter may be a perfect fit, though she can also acclimate to a woman willing to give her the time and space she needs to trust. She has made it clear she knows what she wants and values feeling safe above all else.

Selena’s journey is one of resilience, trust, and second chances. For the right person, she will be a loyal and gentle presence. She doesn’t need a busy home—just a calm heart and a promise she’ll never have to fend for herself again.

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