Take A Chance On Me

take a chance on Me

This campaign is a low fee ($40) 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, overwhelmed, or just need medical care. We are certain that each has their own way of winning your heart!

To adopt these beautiful cats you must have a reliable and consistent vet reference.

My name is Baby and that is just what I want to be, Your Baby! I am 16 years old and very shy but also very sweet. My favorite things are treats and sitting next to my favorite person and having my belly rubbed. I get scared around other cats, dogs and little children so it would be best if I was your one and only.

Bobbi is a very sweet young lady. She’s about 2 years old. Bobbi loves to play with her toys and loves to be petted and is very friendly. She has experienced seizures and is on medication to treat this condition. At this time, it is not clear if the medication is life long or temporary but she needs to remain on the medication until further notice. Bobbi is ok with most cats but is a little shy with them. A nice quiet home without dogs or small children please.

Cash is about 1 year old. He was found outside. He needs some socialization as he is a bit wary of humans. He is fine with other cats. It's probably best to have him in a home without too much chaos since he needs to adjust to home life and trust people.

Jewel is 5 years old and a little scared. She was living outside and is now safe and warm with us until she finds her forever home. At this time we aren’t sure how she would do with other cats. She may prefer just being the Queen of her home with her purrson(S). We would say no children or high energy dogs.

Lolita is a quiet 3 year old girl who came off the streets. She has been with us since last November and is still a little unsure of humans. But you can gain her trust with treats and catnip. She will need a quiet home with a patient owner. We think once she’s in a home to call her own she’ll blossom into the kitty she is meant to be. She needs another feline friend in her home that is a must.

Lucia and Giulia had a rough start to life. They were rescued from an abandoned home at approximately 8 months old. Lucia came to us first. He was really afraid at first but eventually allowed small pets on his head and then he allowed us to pick him up for snuggles. He is still pretty hesitant around humans but absolutely loves his other cat companions especially his sister Giulia. Giulia was rescued about a month after her brother. She was quite feral at first but instantly started warming to her new environment. She loved seeing her brother almost immediately. Every time he came near her cage she would purr. She is still nervous around the humans in the house but loves being around the other cats and dogs. If you get her at the right time she accepts pets. She is very inquisitive. She will watch everything you do from afar. They will do great with other cats and should be adopted together. Dogs are fine as long as they are good around cats. In the right home we think they will continue to thrive.

Mischief is 5 years old and super friendly. He loves attention and is an amazing boy. He would do well in a home with a dog and children.

Oscar is 12 years and the sweetest boy! He’s very social, talkative and a great catch. He would do well in a home with other cats, a cat friendly dog and children.

Pea is a 3 year old whose owner passed away. She has been with us since January, slowly coming out of her shell and learning to trust us a little. I’m sure being without her owner is traumatizing for poor Pea and we can only imagine missing her purrson. She will need a quiet home, a laid back cat should be fine with no dogs or children. A nice quiet home with a patient owner who is willing to give her lots of time, patience and love.

Pretty Girl is 3.5 years old and a shy girl. She is not hissy or aggressive but needs socializing. She needs a loving home with a patient owner. She does well with other cats, and would be a plus if you have another one in the home looking for a friend. Ideally she should go to a quiet home without dogs or children. Her foster Mom was able to pet her on the cheeks.

Raja is 7 months old. She was found as a kitten outside with her siblings: Peter, Rufi and Raven (Raven has been adopted). All of the siblings need some socialization and a patient person to help them know that they are loved. She is not hissy or aggressive, just shy. She would need to be adopted to a home with another young cat that wants a friend.

Rose is a 2 year old girl who was found outside last winter. She is a bit scared when it comes to new people and new surroundings. She can be sassy too at times. Imagine what her life was like living outside trying to survive? She needs a patient owner to give her a chance at a loving home. It’s best for Rose to have a nice quiet home without children or dogs. She likes other cats, so having another cat in the home will help her blossom more. She likes catnip, string toys and playful.

Storm and Pearl are bonded kitten siblings that need to be adopted together. Storm is a bit more outgoing than Pearl. They need love and a bit more socializing. They would be best in a quieter home without dogs or small children. They do well with other cats.

Trixie is a very sweet 10 year old girl. Sadly her owner had to move and now she needs a forever home with someone else. She needs a quiet home, she does not like chaos and noise. She likes to be with her purrson, a lap cat once she feels comfortable. Trixie would make a lovely companion for someone.

Please check out the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine site for more FIV information:

http://www.vet.cornell.edu/fhc/Health_Information/brochure_felv.cfm

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