Meet Matilda

Name: Matilda

Age: 3 1/2 years

Personality: Matilda is a talker. She is a ball of energy when you play with her Otherwise she's content just to poke around and explore. The West Suburban Humane Society says she's a sweet cat, who gets along with cats and dogs, and is ideal for a home with older children.

Interesting fact: Matilda came to the shelter after she had given birth to a litter of kittens.

Best for: She's not a fan of being held or picked up very much, so she'd be good with older kids.

How to adopt: Matilda is available for adoption at the West Suburban Humane Society, located at 1901 Ogden Ave. in Downers Grove. You can reach the Humane Society at (630) 960-9600.