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Midnight

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Somerville, MA
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(when grown) -
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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To adopt this cat from Black Cat Rescue, please fill out a profile https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston Midnight's journey has been a challenging one; she was attacked by a dog, which left her with nerve damage and incontinence. Her tail had to be amputated, and she was sent to Black Cat Rescue to heal. Despite the hardships she has faced, Midnight has shown remarkable resilience and strength. With the care and support of her foster humans, she has made incredible progress. Her incontinence is now manageable with the help of a diaper, and she has adapted to her new circumstances with grace and determination. Midnight (4 years old) is now ready for her next chapter, a loving home where she can receive the care and attention she deserves. She is a sweet and affectionate cat, with a playful spirit that shines bright. She even still likes dogs!! All she needs is a chance to show you the love and joy she has to offer. Please consider opening your heart and home to Midnight. She has so much love to give and is ready to become a cherished member of your family. Together, we can give Midnight the happy ending she deserves. Here's what her foster human has to say about Midnight:   How would you describe the cat's general personality? Midnight is a friendly and smart girl, she doesn’t hesitate to interact with people.   Does the cat enjoy being pet? If yes, on what parts of its body does the cat like to be pet? She enjoys being pet. Cheeks, head, and back, enjoying rubbing ears and belly too.   Are there any parts of its body that the cat does NOT like being touched? She doesn’t like her rear legs being touched. Would move her legs away and give you some look.   Does the cat come on your lap? She loves coming on our laps a lot, many times a day.   Does the cat like to be held? She doesn’t seem like to be held currently, would try to jump away.   Does the cat sleep in your bed? She would if we let her. She loves being around us.   Does the cat seek your attention? Very much! She would meow or jump on our laps.   Does the cat like to play? What are the cat's favorite games and toys? She loves to play, in fact, she asks us to play with her every day. She may play at one toy and grab all the toys around her together.   How vocal is the cat? What kinds of sounds does the cat make? She is vocal when seeing us in the morning, got home or wants to eat. Her voice is very soft.   Does the cat scratch a scratcher? She does, the scratch board is her favorite spot.   Does the cat always use the litter box? If no, please explain. She’s not using the litter box due to the current condition.   What food and frequency is the cat currently eating? She eats both dry foods and wet foods(can foods).   Is the cat picky about food? She is a little picky, loves pate and salmon flavor.   What is the cat's favorite treat? She can’t resist Churu!   Does the cat ever swat (claws in) at you? If so, under what circumstances? Yes, when we just met her, she swat at me when rubbing her belly(she likes belly rubbing), but now she doesn’t swat at me.   Has the cat ever scratched (claws out) you? Yes, and also the same situation described above. Sometimes she would claws out, but can’t be sure if that just her claws are a bit sharp, because she doesn’t show full claws.   Does the cat ever nip (teeth without breaking skin) you? No, she doesn’t.   Has the cat ever bitten you (breaking skin)? No, she only lightly hold my hand in her mouth when rubbing her belly the first week we met.   To the best of your knowledge, how does the cat react to new people? Social? Fearful? She is very friendly to new people, she jumped on and kissed us the first day we met. And I believe she is social and gets along with other pets well.   Does that cat have any cute/quirky traits that aren’t covered by the previous questions? Her sleeping style can sometimes make us laughing, she would straighten her legs backwards like a Flying supergirl.   In your opinion, what is the best thing about the cat? Why should an adopter choose THIS cat to adopt? She has great personality, smart (fast learner), and gentle. Aside from her special needs, she’s an angel and a good friend.   What are the cat's challenges and how have you found to best manage them? The most challenge part is her lack of ability to control urine and stools. We change her diapers 4-6 times a day and give her diaper-free times few times a day. To learn more about adopting this cat in Massachusetts, please visit www.blackcatrescue.com or fill out an Adoption Profile at https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston.  December 15, 2024, 8:16 am
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Layla

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Adult
Somerville, MA
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(when grown) -
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Not good with kids, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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To adopt this cat from Black Cat Rescue, please fill out a profile https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston Layla is a gorgeous, sweet 3 year old girl who loves to be pet! About Layla from her foster home:   How would you describe the cat's general personality? Layla is a very sweet girl who is a good communicator, letting you know when she does and does not want attention. She's a cuddlebug and loves a lap!   Does the cat enjoy being pet? Yes, and she will let you know by chasing down your hands.   If yes, on what parts of its body does the cat like to be pet?  She likes getting pet on the chin and cheeks, and will tolerate the back and butt.   Are there any parts of its body that the cat does NOT like being touched? She will flop onto her back, but she does not seem to enjoy getting belly rubs.   Does the cat come on your lap? Yes! She loves a lap.   Does the cat like to be held? She will make protesting meows when being picked up, but doesn't seem to be particularly aggressive or agitated, so I don't think she enjoys it, but she will tolerate it.   Does the cat sleep in your bed? Yes.   Does the cat seek your attention? Yes, but on her own terms.   Does the cat like to play? She does like a catnip banana, and she will show some interest in interactive toys if you give her some time, but she's not particularly rambunctious.   What are the cat's favorite games and toys? She likes rolling around on catnip and gnawing on her banana. She also has a puzzle feeder to prevent her from eating too quickly.   How vocal is the cat? She's pretty quiet overall.   What kinds of sounds does the cat make? She likes to make these soft meows when she wants attention or when she wants to protest something that you've done.   Does the cat scratch a scratcher? She does not seem to be interested in the cardboard scratchers I have around the house.   If no, please explain. She seems to be much more interested in the rugs instead.   Does the cat always use the litter box? Yes.   What food and frequency is the cat currently eating? She is getting wet food twice a day and dry food in her puzzle feeder once a day.   Is the cat picky about food? She seems a bit more picky about wet food than dry food, and she doesn't always clean her wet food bowl all the way before demanding new food in it. I have had some luck with Reveal wet food along with Purina Cat Chow Naturals for the dry food.   What is the cat's favorite treat? She likes Greenies.   Does the cat ever swat (claws in) at you? If so, under what circumstances? No. Has the cat ever scratched (claws out) you? No. Does the cat ever nip (teeth without breaking skin) you? She will nip occasionally if your hands move too close to her face or when she overstimulates herself from licking hands or getting pet. Has the cat ever bitten you (breaking skin)? No.   To the best of your knowledge, how does the cat react to new people? Social? Fearful? She seems to enjoy meeting new people and getting all the attention that comes with that. She is overall a very social and confident cat.   Does that cat have any cute/quirky traits that aren’t covered by the previous questions?   She will let out little, protesting meows when you move from a position she does not approve of. She also loves flopping onto her side and rolling around on her back. She also likes to lick hands, which is also cute.   In your opinion, what is the best thing about the cat? Why should an adopter choose THIS cat to adopt? She is very affectionate and loves to cuddle, but she's also happy to wander off and do her own thing. Overall, she's a very lazy, mellow cat.   What are the cat's challenges and how have you found to best manage them? She will hiss when she's uncomfortable and unsure, which can be surprising to hear after dealing with other cats. It will be important to pay attention to her boundaries and to listen to what she's telling you. She also dislikes certain noises (like the sound of my heater vents) and will become agitated by them, though she has calmed down somewhat with exposure. To learn more about adopting this cat in Massachusetts, please visit www.blackcatrescue.com or fill out an Adoption Profile at https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston.  December 13, 2024, 10:42 am
We'll also keep you updated on Trish's adoption status with email updates.
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Trish

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Senior
Somerville, MA
Size
(when grown) -
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Not good with cats, Needs special attention, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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To adopt this cat from Black Cat Rescue, please fill out a profile https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston Trish is a 14 year old senior cat who is looking for a loving home for hospice care. About Trish from her foster humans:   How would you describe the cat's general personality? Trish is sweet and affectionate but not needy. She loves looking out a window and being held. Does the cat enjoy being pet? Yes, she likes to be pet on the head, around her cheeks, along her back. Are there any parts of its body that the cat does NOT like being touched? No Does the cat come on your lap? Yes, sometimes. Does the cat like to be held? Very much so! She purrs when being held. Does the cat sleep in your bed? She has not had the opportunity to do so. Does the cat seek your attention? Yes, but not always. She likes attention but also her own space. Does the cat like to play? She will sometimes play with a wand toy or her kick toys. How vocal is the cat? She is not particularly vocal, but gives the occasional conversational meow. What kinds of sounds does the cat make? She chirps and occasional meow. Lots of purrs. Does the cat scratch a scratcher? Yes, she likes to use rope scratchers. She will sometimes scratch at furniture but is easily redirected to a nearby scratching post. Does the cat always use the litter box? Yes, perfectly. What food and frequency is the cat currently eating? Fancy Feast chicken pate twice a day and free feeds on dried food. Is the cat picky about food? She prefers chicken flavored food. What is the cat's favorite treat? She likes churu Does the cat ever swat (claws in) at you? If so, under what circumstances? She gently batted at us a few times when she first arrived to communicate no. Nothing since then. Has the cat ever scratched (claws out) you? No Does the cat ever nip (teeth without breaking skin) you? No Has the cat ever bitten you (breaking skin)? No To the best of your knowledge, how does the cat react to new people? Social? Fearful? Trish loves new people and is quickly friends with them! Does that cat have any cute/quirky traits that aren’t covered by the previous questions? She likes to be held chest to chest with her legs straddling you like a baby. In your opinion, what is the best thing about the cat? Why should an adopter choose THIS cat to adopt? She’s just a sweetheart looking to live out the rest of her life in comfort and be loved. What are the cat's challenges and how have you found to best manage them? An ultrasound showed that Trish has inflamed intestines and the doctors think she may have intestinal cancer (lymphoma). She takes one tablet of prednisolone a day. Her energy levels are great and she shows no signs of pain. To learn more about adopting this cat in Massachusetts, please visit www.blackcatrescue.com or fill out an Adoption Profile at https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston.  November 25, 2024, 5:00 pm
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Benny

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 4 mos
Boston, FL
Size
(when grown) -
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Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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PLEASE READ ENTIRE LISTING, We transport kittens from South Florida. There is an epidemic of cat overpopulation in South Florida. Tens of thousands of cats & kittens suffer needlessly & need a home. We transport & adopt kittens & cats that have no chance in South Florida. Please note - we are the only legal Florida rescue importer in the state of Mass. We have 3 professional transporters deliver your kitties safely to you. One person is always in the back monitoring the health & well-being of your animal. Although we love dogs they are NEVER on our transport as it adds time & stress for your kitties. Be sure to ask questions of any rescue transporting. Are they legal & how are they transported. There is a big difference. Our adoption guidelines: Must be 25 years old Must adopt young kittens (6 months or less) you must have a young cat or dog or adopt in pairs UNLESS otherwise stated. Must be a previous cat owner. Must have a vet we can speak to. CT license AIR 000534 MA charity #080383 MA licensed importer #68 USDA # 88-T-0895 Benny is a 10 week old swirly orange tabby. Benny - super playful and fun boy ! He loves to play all day and snuggle with his foster moms at night ! He has the most beautiful sails markings
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Piglet & Porsche BONDED

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 mos
Boston, FL
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(when grown) -
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
6:27 C PLEASE READ ENTIRE LISTING, We transport kittens from South Florida. There is an epidemic of cat overpopulation in South Florida. Tens of thousands of cats & kittens suffer needlessly & need a home. We transport & adopt kittens & cats that have no chance in South Florida. Please note - we are the only legal Florida rescue importer in the state of Mass. We have 3 professional transporters deliver your kitties safely to you. One person is always in the back monitoring the health & well-being of your animal. Although we love dogs they are NEVER on our transport as it adds time & stress for your kitties. Be sure to ask questions of any rescue transporting. Are they legal & how are they transported. There is a big difference. Our adoption guidelines: Must be 25 years old Must adopt young kittens (6 months or less) you must have a young cat or dog or adopt in pairs UNLESS otherwise stated. Must be a previous cat owner. Must have a vet we can speak to. CT license AIR 000534 MA charity #080383 MA licensed importer #68 USDA # 88-T-0895 Porsche & Piglet are not blood siblings but they have become inseparable foster siblings & we can't see one go without the other, Porsche is the cutest 8-12 week old female grey & white girl. This girl is the cutest and the sweetest. She is such a love and does not deserve to not have a family. She purrs and cuddles and plays. Piglet is a darling little male grey and white kitten who weighs just 3 pounds. He is a happy, loving & playful little one who needs a friend. This duo is a perfect little pair of kitties, please let's find them a home.
We'll also keep you updated on Oreo & Pepper BONDED's adoption status with email updates.
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Oreo & Pepper BONDED

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 mos
Boston, FL
Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with cats, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
Story
*PLEASE READ ENTIRE LISTING, We transport kittens from South Florida. There is an epidemic of cat overpopulation in South Florida. Tens of thousands of cats & kittens suffer needlessly & need a home. We transport & adopt kittens & cats that have no chance in South Florida. Please note - we are the only legal Florida rescue importer in the state of Mass. We have 3 professional transporters deliver your kitties safely to you. One person is always in the back monitoring the health & well-being of your animal. Although we love dogs they are NEVER on our transport as it adds time & stress for your kitties. Our transport is special as we AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING IN THE FRONT & BACK of the van. Be sure to ask questions of any rescue transporting. Are they legal & how are they transported? There is a big difference. Our adoption guidelines: Must be 25 years old Must adopt young kittens (6 months or less) you must have a young cat or dog or adopt in pairs UNLESS otherwise stated. Must be a previous cat owner. Must have a vet we can speak to. CT license AIR 000534 MA charity #080383 MA licensed importer #68 USDA # 88-T-0895 Pepper & Oreo are bonded 8 week old brothers. Next cat bio Oreo not shy at all, very fun and social kitten. Loves to eat and explore new places. Very active kitten. Last one is bonded with Oreo above Pepper is a very calm, relaxed kitten , very sweet and affectionate but shy at first. He loves to play with his brothers and seems to be bonded with his brother Oreo. Please help these boys find a home.

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Black Cat Rescue

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Changing Tomorrow Animal Rescue

10492 Lake Vista Cir, Boston, FL 02108

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Animal Rescue League of Boston

10 Chandler Street, Boston, MA 02116

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Medford, MA 02155

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Gifford Cat Shelter

30 Undine Road, Brighton, MA 02135

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Protection of Animals in Wakefield Society, Inc. (PAWS)

411 Lowell Street, Wakefield, MA 01880

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MSPCA - Boston Adoption Center

350 South Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02130

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Second Chance Shelter For Cats

Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

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Boston's Forgotten Felines

Boston, MA 02131

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Northeast Animal Shelter, Inc

347 Highland Avenue, Salem, MA 01970

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