Beautiful Éclair is one of our little Paw-magedon graduates, and this stunning girl has come such a long way.

She and the other French kittens came to SOS from a hoarding situation in a home without running water or utilities. Their beginning wasn’t an easy one, and it took time for their little bodies to heal, grow, and become the beautiful kittens they are today.

Now Éclair is ready for a home of her own — but she keeps getting passed over.

Not because there is anything wrong with her. Not because she isn’t sweet. Éclair simply isn’t the kitten who rushes to the front and sells herself in the first five minutes.

She is shy with new people and likes a little time to decide that you’re safe. In a world where the boldest kittens often get chosen first, our quieter girl is still waiting for someone willing to look a little closer.

And the secret to Éclair? **Play is her love language.**

Bring out a wand toy, start a game, and you’ll begin to see the real Éclair emerge. Curious. Funny. Engaged. Playful. Give her time to build trust on her own terms, and that cautious little kitten starts letting you into her world.

Once you earn Éclair’s trust, you’ve earned something pretty special.

She also happens to be ridiculously beautiful, complete with the sweetest collection of extra polydactyl toes.

Éclair enjoys the company of other cats, and we would love to see her continue her life with a friendly feline companion who can help her feel confident and settled.

She doesn’t need someone expecting an instant connection.

She needs someone who understands that some of the very best relationships take a little time.

Give Éclair a toy. Give her some patience. Give her the chance the louder kittens keep getting first.

We have a feeling that once she decides you’re hers, she’ll be yours forever.