Gizmo, a 10- to 12-year-old female tortoiseshell cat, is looking for a new home after her previous owner could no longer care for her. She was brought to the Taunton Animal Care Facility and initially found cage life stressful, but has since settled into the adoption room, where she enjoys lounging on cat trees and taking naps.

Gizmo interacts well with other cats but prefers to have her own space. She sometimes seeks attention but can become feisty when she needs alone time. According to a community announcement, a home where she is the only cat would be ideal.

Gizmo has a senior adoption fee, and an approved adoption application is required to bring her home. Appointments are recommended for those interested in meeting her or other pets at the shelter.

The Taunton Animal Care Facility helps more than 500 animals find homes each year across New England. It is located at 821 W. Water St. in Taunton and is open from noon to 5 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays; from noon to 2 p.m. Fridays; and from noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays. The facility is closed Sundays and Mondays.

For more information about adoption or to schedule an appointment, contact the Taunton Shelter at 508-822-1463 or email ds4paws@hotmail.com.

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This article originally appeared on The Taunton Daily Gazette: Looking to adopt a cat in Taunton? Gizmo may be your perfect match