Andi, a young, white cat with tabby decorations, is the shelter’s most social cat. The director says, “She’s a hoot, all about people and being in your personal space.” Andi, who’s spayed, is as much a companion animal, a best friend as any puppy.

In fact, Andi may win the heart of a dog person whose life is changing. Sometimes people who’ve always had dogs feel that they must be lonely, living without a pet, when they downsize or get a demanding job. A cat, like personality-plus Andi, would be happy to adjust to any space and togetherness at any time.

Andi wishes someone would try her out. The shelter offers a chance to take a pet home and find out if it’s really love.