Mandy was found when she was four weeks old in a busy roadway in Delray Beach. It had appeared that she had been thrown out of a car, which seemed to have resulted in a head injury. Her behavior mimics that of a person with cerebral palsy. Due to the trauma, Mandy has visual depth perception and physical neurological problems.
Mandy's actual vision appears to be normal although she seems to be unable to determine distances of objects. Quick movements and unfamiliar objects startle and scare her. Mandy needs a quiet calm home and will not adjust well to a busy environment with children or multiple pets.
When Mandy was young she walked with a strange gait. As an adult, when she stands her back sways slightly and she walks on tip toe in unfamiliar territory.
When Mandy gets introduced to unfamiliar environments and/or animals she gets very defensive and vocal. She cowers, gets extremely frightened and looks for an escape. During these times it is best to give her space and leave her alone. If she is exposed over time to the unfamiliar situation she does seem to adjust but it can take up to several weeks or longer for her to settle down.
Mandy is a petite kitten and it appears that she will remain small in size. She is extremely soft with jet black, medium length hair. When she is picked up she likes to be held very close for security and will tolerate being cradled like a baby. When held she curls up into a fetal position turning her paws inward as if looking for protection. She has never bitten or scratched when she is secure in her environment. (She's never been pushed when she is unsecure to determine if she would bite.)
Mandy has been fostered in a home with other adult cats and kittens. She has only bonded with one adult cat from whom she receives love and security. She is trusting and friendly to her foster mother.
Mandy requires unconditional love and acceptance without any personal expectations. She can not be what she is not capable of being. Mandy, in her own way, will reveal her affection which may include jumping on your lap and allowing you to hold and pet her. It is felt that with that special person who will affectionately work with Mandy, her personality will become more outgoing, loving and playful.
If you feel that you are that special person for Mandy and would like to meet her, please fill out an adoption application.
More about Mandy
Is Not Good with Dogs, Good with Cats, Is Not Good with Kids
Special Needs: Vision depth perception problems
Physical neurological muscular problems
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