Take A Chance On Me

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This campaign is a no-fee, foster-to-adopt program designed to help the shelter "wallflowers". We know they'll shine once at home! These kitties have been overlooked because they're a little older, shy, intimidated, or overwhelmed. But we are certain that each has their own way of winning your heart!

Boston is a loving, friendly boy that desperately needs a chance. He has been in foster care and at the shelter, waiting for a permanent family, for over 500 days. He prefers to be an only pet. He is approximately 10 and requires thyroid medication and a prescription diet.

Jumper is 4 years old. Very playful and loves to cuddle. He is allergic to fleas (who isn't?) and scented cat litter. He really needs a good home without cats, dogs, or kids.

Benny (aka Smokey) is a thick-coated black kitty who is 10 years old. He initially came to us from a hoarding situation. He was adopted not too long ago but his new owner sadly passed away and he came back to us. Benny is a handsome chatterbox who loves a good head scratch. He would prefer a nice, quiet home.

Vixen and her brothers Dasher & Frosty are all young semi-feral kitties who we'd like to adopt together if possible. We've been working with them to socialize them and they have made terrific progress. The are still a little shy but they've definitely come a long way! They get along great with each other and would make an instant kitty family to add to your home. Take a Chance

Pepper and Mia are 10 year old sisters that had been living in the same home since they were kittens. Sadly, their owner passed away and they were brought to the shelter by a family member. These girls really need a second chance at a loving home and are struggling to feel comfortable at the shelter. They would do best in a quiet home where they can feel safe and loved. They would prefer to be the only pets in a home. Take a Chance

Meet Miracle! This sweet man is 5 years old. Miracle is very affectionate and would make an excellent lap cat. He is a little shy at the get go but warms up very quickly, especially when chin scratches are involved. Miracle has inward facing back legs and walks on his knees and has the cutest, little wobble walk. Miracle is looking for a quiet home. He was bullied in his previous home by other cats in the house. We recommend that he be an only cat but he may possibly do well with a submissive cat companion. He also enjoys the company of mellow dogs.

Fiona is 15 years old. She has lost her home and needs you to take her to yours. She is shy.

Grizzly 2 years old. This nice boy was surrendered to us due to a move. He needs a nice, quiet home with no children.

Joey is a 14 months old (as of 9/14) who is very very shy. He came in from a trailer where he was born and fed outside. He will need some special time to socialize.

Kitty Kitty is 5 years old. She was surrendered because she was vomiting and the owner could not take her to the vet. She is shy at first and good with cats but not dogs.

Five year old Melvin is a funny guy.

Kitty Oreo is 10 years old and good with cats and children. She is very friendly and just loves her people.

Lilly is 10 years old. Her owners had to move and she is in need of a nice, stress-free, home. She likes to snuggle and play. She was born with one of her eyes smaller than the other and it gets irritated by stress. However, she is able to see out of it. She must be adopted with Misty.

Misty's owner had to move and so this 10 year old girl needs a new home. She likes to play and snuggle and will need a quiet home. Must be adopted with Lilly.

Sophie is 13 years old. She is shy but will warm up to be a lap kitty. She loves to be brushed.

Meet Peanut! This sweet girl is only 1.5 years old. She is very friendly and mellow. She does excellent with other cats and mellow dogs when introduced properly. She also enjoys being around respectful children. Peanut is completely blind but that doesn't stop her from navigating amazingly when slowly introduced to new surroundings. Peanut is truly one-of-a kind.

Bob is a 10 year old stray from Fitchburg. He loves a good head rub!

Topaz is 2 years old. She was really not liking her cage so she is currently in foster and would do great in a quiet home.

Stormy Jo was brought to us with her siblings Marley and Princess after their pet parent lost their home to foreclosure. They were very much loved and well cared for by their previous owner and she was very sad to give them up. They are 9 years old and in good health. Stormy Jo is a gorgeous dilute calico and is very friendly. She is always snuggled with her sister Princess, and we are hoping to adopt them together as a pair.

Princess is very outgoing and vocal. She has the cutest meow and the loudest purr. She and her sister Stormy Jo are inseparable and we are hoping to adopt them together as a pair.

Marley has been a fantastic cat in the time we have had him.

Toby is an 8 year old neutered male who was brought to the Vet after loosing his ability to walk. The Vet found him to be morbidly obese and diabetic. He was suffering from neuropathy in all 4 legs. His owner could not afford diabetes medication and felt it best to surrender him. He was welcomed into the home of a Vet Tech who gave him insulin injections daily with measured feedings. He began to loose weight and his glucose level became regulated. Three months later he was off insulin all together and is no longer on a diabetic diet. He has regained the use of his legs and is quite the charming fellow. He would prefer to be in a quiet home with pets who are relaxed and respectful of him. He loves to play with his turbo scratcher along with toy mice. Snuggling has become his specialty as well. Toby is an all around easy going guy who just had a dental cleaning and is looking for a home to call his own. One that will keep his weight in check so he can stay diabetes free.

Cindy-Lou is a wonderfully, loving, a full-figured 8 yr old girl. She was brought to us after her pet parent could no longer care for her. She has an amazing personality and loves people. She is on a diet and and adopter would need to commit to monitoring her food intake and helping her to exercise. She loves to be brushed and has a hearty purr. She is a great lap cat and would make a terrific companion cat. She would prefer to be the only pet in a home.

Cali and Chloe are 10 years old. Cali is shy and independent but still loves to be pet. Her sister Chloe is a lap cat who loves attention and who loves to play.

Carlin is 2 years old (born 5/9/2016). He's a shy guy who loves to play and can't get enough catnip.

Case In Point: A Story About Olive.

The "ferocious" Olive at home, surfing the internet!

December 2017

It all began with me looking for the next kitty for our family. My last cat of 15 yrs passed away over the summer and I thought adopting a kitten for my boys would be a fun experience, but I wasn’t having any luck finding "The One!" So I was open to the possibility of rescuing an adult cat. I went on Petfinder.com, searched the site, and glanced at photos of available cats for Adoption. I scrolled through the pictures, and there she was, "The One!" I fell in love with Olive's unique colors and features. She looked to me like a cute friendly cat. I knew I just had to meet her. I made the call to the shelter and spoke to the director. They gave me a little history on the cat. They mentioned how Olive did not like being in the cage, showed aggression, and would hiss and swipe toward some of the volunteers. The director told me she had a good feeling that Olive would do great in a home setting. Olive was part of the "Take A Chance" program. No adoption Fees! If she didn't work out, the shelter would take her back. After driving a hour to meet Olive, I knew she was worth a chance and had good vibes she would be a perfect fit for our home. The volunteers had warned me that she may go into hiding at the house and might hiss at us. Give her a few weeks to get settled. Just be Patient! Once she's comfortable, she will come to you.

Once I arrived home with Olive, I gave her about 20mins to look around from the carrier, to see that she's no longer in a shelter. I finally opened up the crate and Olive walked around the room for about 5-10mins. It was no sooner that she came right up to me, started rubbing her head up against me, tail wagging and rolling on the floor. She enjoyed the attention we were giving her. It's like Olive knew she was rescued. Olive is a sweet kitty. She's become a lap cat and loves to cuddle on the couch on these cold winter nights. Follows Mommy all around the house from room to room. Loves to play with the family!

I'm so glad I took a chance on Miss Olive. It breaks my heart to know that she was in the shelter for 4 months. Maybe she just was waiting for me! I do believe everything happens for a reason. There is a cat out there for everyone! I encourage anyone thinking of fostering or adoption; please don't overlook the cats that might be shy, intimidated, and or overwhelmed. It just might be the best decision you make! You won't know until you try! All the Cats in the “Take a chance” program deserve a second chance!

Sincerely, Lucille

Charlton, MA