A shelter cat with a love for kitchen cabinets tries to charm every person he meets until his wish comes true. OtisCliftonAnimalShelterOtis, a handsome, big-cheeked tabby, arrived at Clifton Animal Shelter in search of a fresh start.Life on the streets had taken a toll on him, but Otis never lost his friendly spirit. "He didn't have the best start. His previous home didn't take proper care of him and let him roam outside. But that chapter is behind him now," the shelter shared.Shy at first, he curled up in a litter box to decompress. Behind those "sad" eyes, however, was a gentle soul longing for affection. CliftonAnimalShelter"Otis has the kind of eyes that stop you in your tracks. They are soft and a little sad, like he's carrying a story he can't quite tell. He came in after life outside got too hard, and you can see every bit of that in his expression."He soon found comfort nestled on a soft blanket, eyes closed as he drifted off to sleep. "He has won us over with his sweet face and calm nature." CliftonAnimalShelterEstimated to be around three to four years old, Otis is FIV+, but it hasn't defined him. With proper care, cats with FIV can live long, happy, healthy indoor lives.Otis has also perfected the art of the "sad face." Whenever shelter staff stop by, he gazes up at them with his soulful eyes, quietly working his charm. "Otis is full of love and just wants someone to notice him." CliftonAnimalShelterThough his life hasn't been easy, you'd never guess it by how affectionate and laid-back he is. "He enjoys being pet and seems grateful for every bit of kindness he gets. His adorable face is impossible not to love."He's happiest spending long hours snoozing on a cozy bed, especially when a trusted human is nearby to remind him that he's safe and loved. CliftonAnimalShelterOnce he realizes someone is kind, he melts into gentle pets and affection. He wants to connect with anyone who stops to say hello. "He's ready for someone to see past the FIV label and notice the sweetheart underneath."As Otis grew more comfortable, the staff invited him into their office, giving him extra space to explore. CliftonAnimalShelterThat's when they discovered one of his endearing quirks: his love for cabinets. Kitchen cabinets quickly became his favorite nap spots."He's a character," shared Liz from Clifton Animal Shelter. "He has a very cute swagger about him when we let him walk around the building. He likes to go into the kitchen. He climbs into a cabinet and finds a nice soft spot to lie in." CliftonAnimalShelterRecently, Otis discovered the Lazy Susan and was instantly obsessed. "One minute he was 'helping' in the kitchen, the next he found the spinning shelf and decided it was clearly designed just for him," the shelter added."He settled in like he pays rent, supervising from inside the cabinet and enjoying his new favorite hangout. We're calling it his office now." CliftonAnimalShelterWhen Santa Claus stopped by to visit the shelter animals, Otis was more than happy to greet him with cuddles and purrs."He asked Santa for just a few simple things: a calm, quiet home, a cozy spot by a window where he can watch the world go by, and, of course, a steady supply of treats to make life a little sweeter." CliftonAnimalShelter"He deserves a home that will finally appreciate what a special little guy he is. He's ready to trade those sad eyes for happy ones." CliftonAnimalShelterShare this story with your friends. More on Otis and Clifton Animal Shelter (in Clifton, NJ) on Instagram @cliftoncats and Facebook.Related story: They Help a Cat and Kittens Living in a Backyard, and Spring Back When They Realize There's One More