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Acorn

Domestic Shorthair

currently located at

Animal Welfare League of Charlotte County

Port Charlotte, FL

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age

Adult

gender

Female

colour

Brown Tabby

pet id

44408886

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My story

Meet Acorn, Shiva, and Shiba – Three Frightened Sisters Searching for Safety, Together 🌾🐾 There are some cats who march right into the shelter with confidence. And then… there are cats like Acorn, Shiva, and Shiba. These three young, grey tabby sisters came to us after being surrendered by their owner—suddenly uprooted from the only life they’ve ever known. Since arriving, they’ve clung tightly to each other, terrified and unsure of the world around them. They don’t hiss. They don’t scratch. They just hide—frozen, overwhelmed, and utterly heartbroken. We can’t tell you much about their personalities right now, because truthfully, they’re too scared to show them. But we can tell you that they are stunning, small, and strikingly beautiful—like three ghostly forest sprites caught in the wrong world. And more importantly, we can tell you this: they deserve a chance. Even if it’s not the kind of chance most adopters are looking to offer. Because of their fear and shutdown behavior, we’ve had no choice but to label Acorn, Shiva, and Shiba as barn cats for now—cats who may never want to be touched, but who would thrive in a calm, safe, protected outdoor space where they can live life on their own terms. They’re not aggressive. They’re just afraid. And that fear deserves compassion, not rejection. What They Need: 🐾 A safe barn, greenhouse, stable, or enclosed outdoor space 🐱 A home together—they find comfort and security in one another, and should not be separated 🧡 A caretaker who understands that trust may take months… or may never come 🥣 Consistent food, fresh water, and warm shelter 🌾 A promise of protection, no matter how hands-off the relationship may be We know it’s a big ask. Three cats, all shy. All unsure. All needing a special kind of home. But sometimes the most meaningful relationships don’t come with purrs and cuddles. Sometimes they look like three little shadows who watch you from a distance. Like quiet paws in the grass, and glowing eyes from the rafters. Like a silent thank-you when the food dish is full. A soft sign that says: “You kept me safe. That was enough.” Why Adopt Them? Because no one else will. Because they deserve more than fear and a kennel. Because somewhere inside, they are still just young girls who lost their world—and are waiting to feel safe again. If you’ve got a quiet property, a warm barn, or even just the heart to say yes to the cats no one else chooses, please consider Acorn, Shiva, and Shiba. Let them live in peace, together, with dignity. Let them heal at their own pace. You won’t just be giving three scared cats a second chance—you’ll be giving them a future. To adopt Acorn, Shiva, and Shiba, or to learn more about our barn cat placement program, contact us today. They may never sit in your lap. But they’ll leave paw prints on your heart all the same. 🩶🐾🩶

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Acorn, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.

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Animal Welfare League of Charlotte County

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3519 Drance St.

Port Charlotte, FL 33980

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