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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, 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.
To adopt these beautiful cats you must have a reliable and consistent vet reference.
Andrew is 5 years old and was sadly left behind by his previous owner. He was fending for himself for over a year and was lucky to make it safely to the shelter. He has been with us since February and it’s taken him a bit to trust us, understandably so. He’s finally starting to come around and likes to play and loves treats. He is still wary of humans but he has shown a lot of improvement since he has first arrived.
Andrew needs a patient owner. Someone who will let him do what he wants, give him a lot of time to gain your trust and a loyal companion. Someone who realizes it may take months for him to earn trust.
His ideal purrson should have a quiet home, another feline friend he can chum around with. No children or dogs in the home. A cat saavy owner who is not afraid to help Andrew with some social skills and knows there’s no time limit where he needs to succeed”
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Artie is such a handsome boy!! He’s 5 years old, rescued from life on the streets and now ready for his forever home.
Artie is heart-worm positive and has stomatitis. Hopefully, he can find the purrfect person who will love him forever regardless of him being special needs.
It took him a bit to trust us, but now he’s feeling loved and welcomes many pets. He deserves so much love.
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Bob is a super friendly, loving boy. He is 10 years old and quite the charmer. Sadly Bob’s owner has passed away and he’s now looking for his forever purrson. He would be just fine in a home with another cat, a cat friendly dog and children.
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Candy Corn came to us in October as a very scared stray. She’s come a long way from when she first arrived. It took some time but she now comes out for attention but is still a bit cautious of humans.
We think with the right, patient owner, she will blossom in her home and be the cat she is meant to be. Who knows what she went through living life outside?
She is about 3 years old and she likes other cats. No children or dogs please.
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Egypt is a friendly girl whose owner lost their home. She’s 12 years, playful, likes catnip and likes to be with her purrson. She can be a little standoffish until she trust you, but once she does she’s very lovable. We are unsure of other pets at this time - she lived alone.
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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.
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Queenie is named very appropriately because she loves being the queen of the castle and loves to be with her people. This 9 year old girl is independent, playful and a tad bit sassy. She would be best in a home without dogs/cats or small children.
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Tango and Cash are about 10 months old and were found outside. They both need some socialization. Cash is a bit wary of humans and needs more socialization. Tango is more outgoing and you can win him over with treats and food. They do need to be adopted together and are fine with other cats. It's probably best to have them in a home without too much chaos since they need to adjust to home life and trust people.
With time and patience we think they will do well and be the cats they are meant to be.
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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.
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The "ferocious" Olive at home, surfing the internet!
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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 |