COW CAT
A young newcomer to one of our oldest cat colonies, this cranky interloper was cute, but terribly fresh! When we first met Cow Cat, he had recently grown into the collar he'd been wearing when he was abandoned. Removing said collar from this very cranky cat was an interesting feat, but off it eventually came with little damage to us, and we decided a cat with such attitude might be best living right where we'd found him.
And not a year later, we were trying to rescue Cow Cat again. This time his situation was a bit more serious - a polyp deep inside his ear causing a great deal of discomfort. Several attempts at the quick and easy way to remove a deep polyp have been unsuccessful, so Cow Cat is negotiating with a surgeon to just get it over with, but get it right. Meanwhile, Cow Cat is sort of..cowed. He even likes his foster mom. Could it be, Cow Cat will someday not only feel better, but have a proper name and a real home, too? Stay tuned!
STAR
This senior lady was found wandering after being attacked by another animal. Recovering from multiple bite wounds, a broken bone, a cut over her eye, malnutrition and just plain fright, this tiny feline is finally safe and sound, and on the mend. Grateful, sweet, affectionate, her next great adventure will be a badly needed dental. Then, when Star is ready, we will find her a real home and we will wish her nothing but boring peace, comfort and love for the rest of her life.
GRANDPA
This poor cat was found living in a crumbled, damp box last winter, most of the skin on his belly, head and legs were covered in sores. At the time, he looked so old we named him Grandpa, but in reality, he's only 5 or 6 years young! With the help of our regular veterinarian and the generosity of a dermatologist who's taken an interest in this case, we've discovered Grandpa's problem is a rare and severe allergic dermatitis. Expensive medications have worked, but their long-term effects are less than desirable - Grandpa is too young and too nice a cat to have his life shortened this way. A simple blood test later, we find out Grandpa is allergic to 26 different environmental allergens. A specially mixed serum, given as a series of painless injections, will enable Grandpa to wean off toxic medication and begin living a normal life.
BUSTER
Buster's turned into a handsome young cat! He is still friendly, outgoing, affectionate, fearless and his "pooping problem" is so much better, we are wondering if he even has one.
He needs one more procedure at Cornell, and thanks to the people who donated to his cause, we are able to pay for this. We even have the appointment and the transportation to Ithaca, but right now, Buster needs a foster home. He's a piece of cake to live with and an absolute joy be around.
Buster's Background: Buster is one of the happiest kittens we've ever met. Everything and everyone is a joy to Buster - people, dogs, cats, kittens, kids, toys, food - life is good for Buster! Except when Buster had to poop - come on, we all do it - then Buster cried out in pain. A congenital deformity in his colon made what most of us take for granted, painful for this sweet, otherwise purr-fect little guy. We can correct Buster's problem with surgery. That's where your generous donations and Cornell came in.
BENJAMIN
Quite possibly a permanent member of FOF - what we call a Sanctuary cat - this 10 yr-old male just had all of his teeth pulled - we didn't think he had any left! His gums had grown over any broken and jagged teeth remaining in this poor cat's mouth, making the extractions extensive and complicated.
Ben (who'd once lived outside as a tom cat before making himself at home with FOF) has a few issues: occasional seizures and a tendency to overreact to the word "No" are a few - but he's earned his keep over the years by being a great "mom" to many frightened kittens as well as attempting to nurse ill or injured adults who've come through his foster home. In short, Ben's a great guy, and he's much more comfortable now!
TIKKI
Tikki is a six year old calico with white. She is affectionate and talkative. Love cats, but can't have one of your own? You could be Tikki's sponsor family.
BENJAMIN
Benjamin is a long-haired tabby who is very affectionate. He loves to sit on your lap and will greet your visitors! He is a dominant cat but gets along with other cats. Benjamin is about six years old. Could you be his sponsor family?
PORCHE
Porche is a beautiful 3 to 4 year old female, and very, very shy. She's also very sleepy. She crawls up under blankets or sheets and sleeps like a baby all day. No one ever sees her until it's time to be fed, or time for an occassional cuddle, which interestingly, she asks for!
Porsche is available to be fostered by a very special foster home, or if you'd like to sponsor her, we'll keep you posted on her progress!
For more information, please contact us at cats@adoptapet.org Thank you.
JULIE
My name is Julie. I guess I had a stroke but other than being tipped a little to the right, it's not a big deal at all to me! I may never get a home of my own because of it, but truthfully, I'm happy enough right here in my foster home. All the other cats know to stay away from me when it's time to eat, I can still run up the stairs, there's always someone here to stratch my back - it's so much better than being outside on my own taking care of kittens and wondering where my next meal is coming from!
If you'd like to help by becoming Julie's sponsor, please contact us at cats@adoptapet.org