A cat has spent nearly 600 days in foster care waiting for a second chance.
Selene, a three-and-a-half-year-old cat cared for by Cats Protection Epsom, Ewell & District, has been in foster care for 20 months after her previous owner was unable to keep her due to a move to a property that did not allow pets.
Jen Lennon, area branch development manager at Cats Protection, said: "After so much upheaval in her young life, Selene was timid at first.
"While she responded well to her carer, she was wary of strangers and when the doorbell rang, she would hide on the kitchen cupboard.
"Selene had no idea why she had been removed from the security of her loving home and was suddenly alone in a strange environment, so her behaviour wasn’t too surprising.
"But her fosterer has made incredible progress.
"Selene is much more relaxed and shows her trust by snuggling on her carer’s lap, purring in contentment.
"It is heartwarming to see the bond they share.
"But what she really needs now is a permanent loving home with someone who can nurture her trust, share her love."
Selene’s feline companion was rehomed shortly after entering care, leaving her alone.
Cats Protection is now appealing for a new home for Selene, ideally with someone who is home at least part of the day, such as a homeworker or retiree.
She is not suited to homes with young children or other pets.
The appeal comes as part of the charity’s winter campaign to raise awareness and funds for stray and abandoned cats.
Daniel Warren-Cummings, central behaviour officer at Cats Protection, said: "In the past 12 months, our teams have taken in more than 26 thousand cats who have been left behind by life, including five thousand strays.
"These cats can't know why they've been discarded, can’t tell us how they feel about being abandoned.
"And they can’t feel hope for a better life to come.
"But we can be there for them."
Anyone interested in giving Selene a new home is encouraged to contact Cats Protection at coordinator@epsom.cats.org.uk.
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