Callista, the calico cat, was once labeled as “scared” when she found herself without a home and in need of rescue at 2-4 years old. Best Friends Felines received a plea for help and quickly mobilized to bring her to safety. Despite her initial fear, Callista now rules the apartment she shares with another feline friend, proving that all she needed was a loving connection.

The calico cat, named Callista, was severely underweight and had dental issues. She was anxious and defensive, hissing and swiping at anyone who approached her, similar to her behavior at the shelter.

Her foster mom, Cat, was committed to helping her build trust. Best Friends Felines stated that Cat was patient and loving, giving Callista all the time and affection she needed to feel secure.

Callista was fearful and hesitant, requiring guidance to learn to trust her surroundings. She had a slow start, struggling to gain weight in her new, spacious environment. With proper veterinary attention and a high-quality diet, she began to show signs of improvement.

Although she initially hid from visitors, Callista eventually sought attention tentatively, revealing her desire for affection. She needed someone understanding of her insecurities and willing to support her as she built confidence, even when she displayed a challenging attitude.

The name Callista originates from Greek, meaning ‘she that is most beautiful.’ Anyone who meets her can see why she was given such a fitting name, as her beauty shines through despite her initial struggles.

After some time had passed, the calico cat finally mustered up the courage to seek out some head rubs, but only on her own terms. “She’s a true princess at heart. Once she starts to open up, she’s a loving and sweet girl,” her caretakers observed.

Callista had always seemed like a loner, showing clear disapproval towards other cats and a strong preference for being the sole ruler of the house. However, her time in foster care slowly helped her warm up to people.

As they looked for the perfect home for Callista, her caretakers wanted to find a place that would truly meet all of her needs. Despite the initial overwhelming response from potential adopters, it took months of time and patience for Callista to realize that she was safe and truly loved.

For six long months, Callista gazed out into the world, dreaming of a place to finally call her own. And finally, after half a year of waiting, her wish came true.

Anneke quickly developed deep affection for the calico cat and was determined to make her feel welcomed in her new home. Callista, as she was now known, settled in comfortably and even found herself a favorite spot on Anneke’s bed. As time passed, Callista truly embraced her new surroundings and became the queen of the house. The most surprising development since her adoption was her newfound acceptance of another feline companion. Despite initially being against sharing her space, Callista eventually welcomed a tuxedo cat into her home and now happily shares everything with him. Her transformation from a scared cat to a confident and loving companion has been truly heartwarming. Share this heartwarming tale with your friends and discover more heartwarming stories from Best Friends Felines on Instagram.