Little Bit Squish spent much of her early life outside, wary of human touch and easily startled. But with time, patience, stability, and unending love, this once-hissy girl began to find her courage—and blossom into the cat she was always meant to be.

Living with cats who don't get along can be exhausting and heartbreaking. We've learned through experience that there isn't one solution for every household, but there are steps you can take to help shy cats build confidence, redirect aggressive behavior, and create a more peaceful home.