Hello! My name is Damien (semi-social)!

Here’s what my friends at Española Humane say about me:

- Damien is a gentle soul with a story of resilience. He arrived at the shelter with three other scared cats, initially growling and hiding. When he first came in, he had a tail injury that made him even more fearful, and he was understandably reluctant to let anyone help him.

With time and patience, Damien began to trust the staff, slowly rubbing against a tech's hand before they could gently scruff him for a closer examination. The medical team discovered his tail injury was accompanied by a ruptured abscess, which required surgery. After having his tail amputated and receiving the care he needed, Damien is now on the path to recovery.

Though he still prefers the safety of his box and isn't a fan of being fully handled, Damien is learning that love and trust can grow. With a little more time, he will flourish into the sweet, affectionate companion he has the potential to be. If you're willing to offer a safe and patient home, Damien just might become your loyal friend. Come meet him and see the spark of sweetness waiting to shine!

If you’re interested in adopting me, fill out an application to get a jump start on the process! We don’t offer holds on shelter pets, so c’mon in to meet and greet to decide if you’ve met your match. Applications for pets in foster care, at Ojo Santa Fe, or offsite in other programs will be reviewed by staff before appointments are scheduled.