‘Do you think she could trust us again?’ New pawrents worry after recently adopted shelter cat’s bath leaves her traumatized

This newly adopted shelter kitty sounds like a real sweetheart. Full of energy, curiosity, and ready to pounce on backyard adventures. She’s trusting and cuddly, always eager to watch the world through the glass door and explore whenever given the chance. But after a little escape and an unexpected bath, her behavior has taken a dramatic turn.

Bath time, as many cat pawrents know, is often a dreaded ordeal. When she made a break for the litterbox and jumped right in, it was clear she was trying to find some comfort in a stressful moment. Now, nearly 20 hours later, she’s acting skittish and cautious, startled by every noise and hesitant to move around. She’s still taking treats and occasionally playing, but it’s clear she’s not quite herself.

Her new pawrents are understandably nervous they may have traumatized her. The once confident and playful feline has become wary and distant, leaving them worried about whether she’ll ever fully trust and feel safe with them again. It’s a tough spot, filled with lots of hope that their furry friend will soon bounce back to her happy, loving self.

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