With 29 adoptions under our belt in February, we’re excited to tell you about a few of the wonderful cats that you helped. We had 7 bonded pairs find dreamy homes together, 11 Forgotten Kittens who discovered their courage, 6 senior cats who swept their adopters off their feet, and 12 cats who needed medical care and found happy homes upon recovery.
Whether their needs were big or small, we were able to help them because of people like you. Thank you for another great month of helping the cats who need us most!
Patience earned her name by spending 977 days with us while she waited for an adopter — and love plus time equals magic, because she finally hit the jackpot! This ten-year-old tabby hid under the bed in her new home for a day, then realized she could get pets if she came out. Her adopter is already smitten, and is prepared to wait for Patience to build confidence, just as she waited for them.
Jake (top) and Gemma’s (bottom) adopters waited years to find a home that allows pets, and are thrilled to bring these Forgotten Kittens home. At the shelter, Jake hid under a blanket, but came out for pets — while Gemma hissed on approach, but warmed up for treats. We placed them in foster care together, and then brought them to the Adoption Center when they were ready to make more friends. Meeting so many nice people seemed to do the trick for this duo! Their adopter reports that these youngsters are still coming out of their shells, but Jake will greet them at the door for treats, and Gemma likes to watch cars go by out her favorite window. They both love to play with toys, and even enjoy eating out of their adopter’s hand!
Kyoto’s adopter came to visit her every week while she recovered from ringworm in our care. She had been brought to Oakland Animal Services by a good Samaritan — and upon arrival, their vet discovered that she had an upper respiratory infection, dental disease, and ringworm. After 6 weeks of treatment at the shelter, we helped her finish up her ringworm recovery, and got her dental work done. Now this creamsicle-colored cat is happy as a clam, and so is her adopter!
Major arrived in our care with an eye injury and a head tilt, before breaking out with a case of ringworm. We put out a call for fosters, and the big-hearted person who took him in ended up falling in love! Together, we made sure he was healthy, clearing up his ringworm and getting him cold laser treatment for chronic Rhinitis. Once they confirmed that he got along with their senior cat, Misty, they made it official. Major now has the perfect cuddle buddy, and someone to dote on him for the rest of his days.
Sigourney was severely matted when she was found as a stray. At 14 years old, she didn’t have the strongest eyesight anymore, which may have contributed to her stress at the shelter. While initially hissy and shut down, Sigourney eventually warmed up to shelter volunteers, and then made her safe landing in a foster home. Not long after, someone fell in love with her sweet little face and quirky personality. Her adopter says, “I didn't expect her to be this curious or comfortable so fast. Last night, all she wanted was floor pets before bed, and now she's doing slow laps to find favorite sittin' spots. I'm so proud of her, and happy she's settling in okay. It seems like you've done wonders for building her confidence with people!”
Tokyo (top) and Nanaimo (bottom) arrived at Cat Town separately, but got adopted together and have already made fast friends. Tokyo started his journey as a hissy, growly, darty kitten. After a long time at the shelter, volunteers there got him to start leaning into pets and eating out of their hands! We got him into a foster home with other cats to continue his socialization, and then moved him to our Adoption Center where he met Nanaimo. Nanaimo had been found as a stray, and was initially pettable, but became defensive as her stress built over the weeks in her shelter cage. At Cat Town, these two kittens found a great, patient home, and are already bonding with each other and their adopters.
When cats need medical care, you step up to support them. When cats need the gentle energy of a calm home, you give them the time and love to blossom. Whether it’s helping little kittens build courage or helping a stressed cat find their bearings, our work is made possible thanks to the community that supports us. We are so grateful to you for all you do!
All of our FEBRUARY Adoptions
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