This big fella may try to hide at first and view the world from a safe place. Once Emery gets over his shyness, he enjoys hanging out with the nicest people. Maybe you? (Jon Annis / Everett Animal Shelter)

Feather is a friendly, furry ball of cuteness. Just coming out of her kitten stage, she is well-socialized and ready to go to a good home. She is declawed in the front, so she must remain indoors, and she will need to stay on a strict diet. (Jon Annis / Everett Animal Shelter)

Katie is a gentle presence looking for a quiet home, with no other pets or small children, where she can be the center of attention. When she is comfortable, she loves to sit in your lap or beside you and be petted. She can also be playful and loves string toys. She likes to be in the room with you, and will even greet you at the door. (Jon Annis / Everett Animal Shelter)

Those eyes! Katie is as beautiful as she is sweet. She is calm and affectionate, and loves playing with her toys and sitting in windowsills or out on a shelter catio, soaking up the sunshine. (Jon Annis / Everett Animal Shelter)

Mercedes can be shy, but she does warm up over time. Her previous owner said she even got along with the family dog. She’s independent and will play alone with her toys, but she has also been okay with human interaction and occasional petting. She was treated for fleas, and her coat is coming back in. (Jon Annis / Everett Animal Shelter)

Mister is a young, independent, laid-back sort of cat, just two years old, who tested positive for FIV. FIV is unique to cats, often contracted during fights with outdoor feral cats, and it affects the immune system. He can still live a long, happy life in the right home, away from non-FIV cats. He also came in with an injured leg that seems to be healing well. (Jon Annis / Everett Animal Shelter)

Mistow is a friendly fellow, patiently waiting for a new home. He tested positive for FIV, which is unique to cats and affects the immune system. He can still live a long, happy life in the right home, away from non-FIV cats. (Jon Annis / Everett Animal Shelter)

Young Winnie is just coming into her own, discovering the world and people and becoming more optimistic about them. Give her some time, and you may earn her life-long trust and affection. (Jon Annis / Everett Animal Shelter)

Young Winnie is just coming into her own, discovering the world and people and becoming more optimistic about them. Give her some time, and you may earn her life-long trust and affection. (Jon Annis / Everett Animal Shelter)