Nervous cats
Here's our advice for understanding and bonding with a nervous cat
Cats, Cat behaviour
Oscar is a sensitive and gentle boy who is looking for a very understanding home where he can finally feel safe. He is a very anxious cat and when he feels overwhelmed he tends to shut down rather than lash out. He will avoid eye contact and keep himself tucked away. In his foster home he mostly stayed hidden, occasionally peeking out to carefully check where people were, quietly observing but not yet brave enough to interact.
Oscar will need a calm, quiet home with a spare room where he can settle in at his own pace, and an adopter who is happy to give him plenty of time without expectations. He can be left during the day and is able to live with other cats, which may even help him build confidence. Oscar may not be a cat who seeks attention straight away, but with patience and kindness, he has the potential to slowly learn that people can be trusted, making every small step forward incredibly rewarding.