KEENE, N.H. (MyKeeneNow) Meet Talie, a striking 5-year-old black and white Domestic Shorthair who knows exactly what he wants—and isn’t shy about telling you! Talie’s not your ordinary feline friend; he’s more of a royal ruler in training, looking for a loyal subject who understands his unique style.

This is a new column featuring pets available for adoption at the Monadnock Humane Society, 101 West Swanzey Road (Route 10) in Swanzey.

Talie’s perfect match? Someone with cat experience, a knack for reading feline body language, and a willingness to respect his space. He’s an independent soul who prefers to keep a respectful distance until trust is earned. Talie isn’t fond of sharing his domain with other animals or young children—he likes his boundaries well-defined!

You’ll often find Talie perched high up, surveying his kingdom from a lofty vantage point. He’s a big fan of wand toys and anything that mimics a mouse, so if you bring those along, you’ll definitely be on his good side! Just don’t expect belly rubs or prolonged eye contact—Talie is all about interaction on his terms.

Though he has a lot of personality (and feelings!), Talie has the potential to become a devoted and entertaining companion for the right person—someone who appreciates his quirks and gives him the space he needs to feel at ease.

Ready to take on the challenge of being Talie’s trusted human? Visit Monadnock Humane Society during open hours (Thursday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.) or call 354-4004 to schedule an appointment Friday through Sunday. Talie will be waiting—most likely from his favorite high perch, keeping a watchful eye on his future subjects!