December 2025 Adoptions
Julia Persch, Board of Directors
Margo
Margo was a 9-year-old gorgeous brown tabby and a sweet, chill girl. She was originally adopted from KAS as a kitten in 2016. In August 2025 her family surrendered back to the shelter when health issues prevented them to care for their cats.
Margo was described as ‘independent’. At the Shelter she was a little shy at first but melted like putty in one’s hands when she got her ears scritched. She rewarded her caretakers with the biggest cat smiles.
Margo had lived with another cat, but she didn’t seem happy about it. Her previous attitude might have been a sign of being uncomfortable around the other cat, because she truly blossomed when she got her own room at the Shelter. Margo was an easy-going kitty. She loved to be petted and to spend time with people. She enjoyed a comfy place on an armchair, and to lounge at a window where she could watch people come and go.
On December 19th Margo found the perfect home with Brian in his cozy apartment in St. Johnsbury.
Brian wrote on December 30th:
“Margo is transitioning amazingly. Within three days she met most major milestones: She made herself comfortable and made the apartment her home. She loves to play and talk. She greets me every morning when I wake up with a little chirp. She does special "play with me" chirps and "hello! I'm excited to see you" chirps. Margo sleeps on the bed with me more often than not.
I took her bed off the cat tower and put it in the other window which is her absolute favorite spot most of the day. All eating, water drinking and cat box use is 100% on point.
She is still getting used to my routine, but no cowering under the bed or hiding involved. She even handled a rotating door of visitors for the holidays in amazing stride; she came out and interacted with all visitors in short time.
Thanks to all of you at the shelter for all you do and the intense dedication you have to the animals. I am very fortunate to have Margo with me, and she is very content and happy.”
Margo was a 9-year-old gorgeous brown tabby and a sweet, chill girl. She was originally adopted from KAS as a kitten in 2016. In August 2025 her family surrendered back to the shelter when health issues prevented them to care for their cats.
Margo was described as ‘independent’. At the Shelter she was a little shy at first but melted like putty in one’s hands when she got her ears scritched. She rewarded her caretakers with the biggest cat smiles.
Margo had lived with another cat, but she didn’t seem happy about it. Her previous attitude might have been a sign of being uncomfortable around the other cat, because she truly blossomed when she got her own room at the Shelter. Margo was an easy-going kitty. She loved to be petted and to spend time with people. She enjoyed a comfy place on an armchair, and to lounge at a window where she could watch people come and go.
On December 19th Margo found the perfect home with Brian in his cozy apartment in St. Johnsbury.
Brian wrote on December 30th:
“Margo is transitioning amazingly. Within three days she met most major milestones: She made herself comfortable and made the apartment her home. She loves to play and talk. She greets me every morning when I wake up with a little chirp. She does special "play with me" chirps and "hello! I'm excited to see you" chirps. Margo sleeps on the bed with me more often than not.
I took her bed off the cat tower and put it in the other window which is her absolute favorite spot most of the day. All eating, water drinking and cat box use is 100% on point.
She is still getting used to my routine, but no cowering under the bed or hiding involved. She even handled a rotating door of visitors for the holidays in amazing stride; she came out and interacted with all visitors in short time.
Thanks to all of you at the shelter for all you do and the intense dedication you have to the animals. I am very fortunate to have Margo with me, and she is very content and happy.”
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Doodle Bop & Dibbles
In August a young pregnant kitty named Ashley was abandoned by her owner in an apartment in St. Johnsbury. She went into foster care with volunteer Tori where she gave birth to five kittens on September 1st.
In August a young pregnant kitty named Ashley was abandoned by her owner in an apartment in St. Johnsbury. She went into foster care with volunteer Tori where she gave birth to five kittens on September 1st.
Dibbles and his sister Doodle Bop were two of the little ones, all-gray with extra lucky toes. As soon as they were able to move on their tiny legs with some speed, they became a whirlwind of playfulness and adventure, inseparable like identical twins. When they slowed down for a little while, they would jump up to their foster people for some pets and being held. But they needed to be reminded of boundaries as they tended to treat a human just like another feline playmate.
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Their cheerful, high energy appealed to Druanne and Chris from Craftsbury, VT. The couple came highly recommended for their cat care who would do anything for their beloved fur babies. They adopted the kittens on December 12th.
On December 18th Druanne wrote: “The cats are doing great!!! We have re-named them Barley and Yogo. They are enjoying playing and chasing each other around the house, but also love a snack followed by a good nap. Here are a few photos!”
And on January 3rd: “Thanks for checking in- everything is going great with the cats; they are growing so fast! Here is a photo of them playing with one of their Xmas gifts.”
On December 18th Druanne wrote: “The cats are doing great!!! We have re-named them Barley and Yogo. They are enjoying playing and chasing each other around the house, but also love a snack followed by a good nap. Here are a few photos!”
And on January 3rd: “Thanks for checking in- everything is going great with the cats; they are growing so fast! Here is a photo of them playing with one of their Xmas gifts.”
Bobby
Along with his sister Ashley, one-year-old Bobby was left behind at an apartment in St. Johnsbury in August. Bobby was elusive and lived rough around his former home for a few weeks before he was trapped and brought to the Shelter.
In the Castle Room, which often serves as the youth accommodation at the Shelter, Bobby loved to play on his own with toys or to sit on a cat tower to watch birds through a window. He didn’t get along well with the other young cats; it seemed that he would be happiest in a home as the only pet. For Bobby we hoped to find a family with cat-loving kids, since he himself was young, very social and playful, and he didn’t like to be left alone for long.
Along with his sister Ashley, one-year-old Bobby was left behind at an apartment in St. Johnsbury in August. Bobby was elusive and lived rough around his former home for a few weeks before he was trapped and brought to the Shelter.
In the Castle Room, which often serves as the youth accommodation at the Shelter, Bobby loved to play on his own with toys or to sit on a cat tower to watch birds through a window. He didn’t get along well with the other young cats; it seemed that he would be happiest in a home as the only pet. For Bobby we hoped to find a family with cat-loving kids, since he himself was young, very social and playful, and he didn’t like to be left alone for long.
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Ryan and his children from Lyndonville were the purrfect match for Bobby. They took him home to their very spacious apartment on December 13th.
On December 29th Ryan reported that his boys just loved Bobby and that he was adjusting very well. Bobby liked to play, snuggle and purr and was a very relaxed, loving cat.
During the holidays, guests with a dog stayed for a couple of days; Bobby didn't like that much. The dog wanted to play with Bobby, but Bobby would have none of it. After the dog left, Bobby became the happy king of the house again!
On December 29th Ryan reported that his boys just loved Bobby and that he was adjusting very well. Bobby liked to play, snuggle and purr and was a very relaxed, loving cat.
During the holidays, guests with a dog stayed for a couple of days; Bobby didn't like that much. The dog wanted to play with Bobby, but Bobby would have none of it. After the dog left, Bobby became the happy king of the house again!
Colby
Colby was a very gentle 3-year-old boy, just beautiful with his long luxurious silver-grey fur, his white blaze, snout and socks.
A year ago, in the middle of winter, he and two other cats were abandoned on the streets by their owners who moved away. Colby survived several days in very low temperatures, stalked by predators, hunkering down in hiding. Sadly, his companions disappeared one by one before they could be rescued, but Colby was finally caught and brought to the Shelter.
Although he was safe and warm, Colby spent most of his time hiding in his cat cave. Little by little he started to trust that things were going to be o.k. for him. Food was the way to his heart, and when he got to know a person, he would come out cautiously for pets and cuddles. Still, his progress to overcome his fearful experiences was very slow.
Colby was a very gentle 3-year-old boy, just beautiful with his long luxurious silver-grey fur, his white blaze, snout and socks.
A year ago, in the middle of winter, he and two other cats were abandoned on the streets by their owners who moved away. Colby survived several days in very low temperatures, stalked by predators, hunkering down in hiding. Sadly, his companions disappeared one by one before they could be rescued, but Colby was finally caught and brought to the Shelter.
Although he was safe and warm, Colby spent most of his time hiding in his cat cave. Little by little he started to trust that things were going to be o.k. for him. Food was the way to his heart, and when he got to know a person, he would come out cautiously for pets and cuddles. Still, his progress to overcome his fearful experiences was very slow.
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After four months at the Shelter, we decided that a quiet foster home might give him the best chance of becoming a happy, confident cat again. In June, foster volunteers Grace and Brennan, and their friendly, female black kitty Henry took Colby under their wings.
Grace wrote a few days later: “During his first night with us he came out of his hiding cave to snack and use the litter box but the next day and a half he would not budge. He was hardly eating or drinking. Last night around 9 o'clock it was as if something clicked. He climbed out of his cave and was nudging me and lying on the ground. He ate, drank water, and used his litter box. We spent about an hour together and during that time, he was crawling on me, loved being petted, he groomed himself, and finished his food, all with me sitting close to him. This morning when I woke up, he came right out again, had some food and a big gulp of water, and then tucked himself back away comfortably. I think Colby wants me to tell you all that he is settling in nicely.”
Fast forward to December… Colby had snuggled himself into everybody’s heart and had become best friends with kitty Henry. Grace and Brennan decided to adopt him.
Grace wrote: “I just wanted to say thank you again and send along some pictures from the last two days. We feel very lucky to have Colby. Thanks for making our year with this new addition to our family!”
Grace wrote a few days later: “During his first night with us he came out of his hiding cave to snack and use the litter box but the next day and a half he would not budge. He was hardly eating or drinking. Last night around 9 o'clock it was as if something clicked. He climbed out of his cave and was nudging me and lying on the ground. He ate, drank water, and used his litter box. We spent about an hour together and during that time, he was crawling on me, loved being petted, he groomed himself, and finished his food, all with me sitting close to him. This morning when I woke up, he came right out again, had some food and a big gulp of water, and then tucked himself back away comfortably. I think Colby wants me to tell you all that he is settling in nicely.”
Fast forward to December… Colby had snuggled himself into everybody’s heart and had become best friends with kitty Henry. Grace and Brennan decided to adopt him.
Grace wrote: “I just wanted to say thank you again and send along some pictures from the last two days. We feel very lucky to have Colby. Thanks for making our year with this new addition to our family!”
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Aiden and Ezra
In July, KAS got an urgent call from a family to take in two male young cats. The cats had only recently moved in with the daughter and were in danger of being killed by the resident dogs who had a high prey drive. One of the cats had already been grabbed by a large dog but survived the attack. The kitties came to the Shelter on July 21.
Aiden and Ezra were gorgeous, 1-year-old, very affectionate, playful and snuggly, and they were best friends.
In July, KAS got an urgent call from a family to take in two male young cats. The cats had only recently moved in with the daughter and were in danger of being killed by the resident dogs who had a high prey drive. One of the cats had already been grabbed by a large dog but survived the attack. The kitties came to the Shelter on July 21.
Aiden and Ezra were gorgeous, 1-year-old, very affectionate, playful and snuggly, and they were best friends.
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Aiden was a happy-go-lucky, easy-going, fluffy fellow. He loved to explore, be cuddled and to snooze close to a person. Ezra was an elegant, athletic tuxedo with traits of an Oriental cat, very affectionate, intelligent and talkative. Ezra could get a little worried about changes in his routine, and would need a stable, reliable home with lots of interaction, play and love, together with his buddy Aiden. Ezra and Aiden couldn't wait to be part of a family again. They were such wonderful, loving companion cats.
One day, when Aiden played hard with a volunteer with a wand toy, he got out of breath, untypical for a 1-year-old cat. A medical exam revealed that he had a congenital heart condition, which didn’t seem to affect his overall health. Aiden could live a full, long life, but his condition turned away several potential adopters.
A family from Williston had no such qualms. They were looking for an addition to their feline family. They decided that Aiden and Ezra would be a great fit for them. They already had two kitties who would welcome new friends after careful introductions. They were a very experienced cat people with outstanding references, and their household seemed like a heavenly playground for cats. Aiden and Ezra went home with the family on December 14th.
On December 15th, adoption counselor Nancy wrote: “Just a quick update on Aiden and Ezra. They boys got home about 5 pm on Sunday evening. Aiden was great in the car, but Ezra cried for about 25 minutes. They pulled the car over and put Ezra’s carrier on mom’s lap in the front seat and he quieted right down.
The boys have an entire floor, a finished basement, as their initial safe area. They are eating well, playing with toys, using the box with no issues, and being very affectionate. Overall, a great first 28 hours!”
On December 22nd the family sent an update: “Aiden and Ezra have been upstairs by themselves; we switched them with our two resident cats for a little bit so they could look around and check and smell everything. The cats have seen each other and touched noses through the door a couple of times and shared treats on both sides of the door with it cracked. Aiden will go fetch a toy and bring it back and drop at our feet! He did this 3 times in a row with me this morning! :)”
On January 10th the family reported that the boys were doing great. They had been in their safe room for about eight days, then they were introduced to the other two cats, and everything went very well. The four cats all wanted to play with each other and groom one another.
Aiden and Ezra had free reign of the house now. They were eating well and there were no issues with the litter boxes. They were super social and loved to have visitors. Aiden was reported to be very sweet.The family had not seen any open mouth breathing from him. A family member fell and broke an arm, which was put in a cast. Ezra sat next to the person and was patting the injured arm. How sweet is that!!
One day, when Aiden played hard with a volunteer with a wand toy, he got out of breath, untypical for a 1-year-old cat. A medical exam revealed that he had a congenital heart condition, which didn’t seem to affect his overall health. Aiden could live a full, long life, but his condition turned away several potential adopters.
A family from Williston had no such qualms. They were looking for an addition to their feline family. They decided that Aiden and Ezra would be a great fit for them. They already had two kitties who would welcome new friends after careful introductions. They were a very experienced cat people with outstanding references, and their household seemed like a heavenly playground for cats. Aiden and Ezra went home with the family on December 14th.
On December 15th, adoption counselor Nancy wrote: “Just a quick update on Aiden and Ezra. They boys got home about 5 pm on Sunday evening. Aiden was great in the car, but Ezra cried for about 25 minutes. They pulled the car over and put Ezra’s carrier on mom’s lap in the front seat and he quieted right down.
The boys have an entire floor, a finished basement, as their initial safe area. They are eating well, playing with toys, using the box with no issues, and being very affectionate. Overall, a great first 28 hours!”
On December 22nd the family sent an update: “Aiden and Ezra have been upstairs by themselves; we switched them with our two resident cats for a little bit so they could look around and check and smell everything. The cats have seen each other and touched noses through the door a couple of times and shared treats on both sides of the door with it cracked. Aiden will go fetch a toy and bring it back and drop at our feet! He did this 3 times in a row with me this morning! :)”
On January 10th the family reported that the boys were doing great. They had been in their safe room for about eight days, then they were introduced to the other two cats, and everything went very well. The four cats all wanted to play with each other and groom one another.
Aiden and Ezra had free reign of the house now. They were eating well and there were no issues with the litter boxes. They were super social and loved to have visitors. Aiden was reported to be very sweet.The family had not seen any open mouth breathing from him. A family member fell and broke an arm, which was put in a cast. Ezra sat next to the person and was patting the injured arm. How sweet is that!!
Addie
Remember little Addie? She came to us in late August, her face a mess from an attack by a predator. Since then, with much tender loving care and skilled attention by our veterinary team and volunteers, Addie’s face has healed well.
Her story was first featured in our September Newsletter, which drew a lot of attention and sympathy. Polly and Jim from Wheelock, VT, were particularly moved by the article, so much so, that they wished to be considered for adoption. They were great friends of the Shelter and excellent cat parents. It was a beautiful prospect for Addie.
At the time Addie was a wee kitten of 2 months, and much was still unknown about her facial wound: Would she need surgery to her injured eye or nose to live a healthy, pain-free life? Also, Polly and Jim had a cherished 16-year-old cat named Mia, whose well-being needed to be considered. Senior cats rarely feel enthusiastic about a new kitten in their territory and could get sick from stress if a kitten pestered them. We didn’t know how Addie would relate to other cats. She had been housed in the medical suite at the Shelter away from others to keep her wound safe from further injury and infection. Addie was very human-oriented, but she hadn’t learned or shown social cat skills by playing with other young ones.
Remember little Addie? She came to us in late August, her face a mess from an attack by a predator. Since then, with much tender loving care and skilled attention by our veterinary team and volunteers, Addie’s face has healed well.
Her story was first featured in our September Newsletter, which drew a lot of attention and sympathy. Polly and Jim from Wheelock, VT, were particularly moved by the article, so much so, that they wished to be considered for adoption. They were great friends of the Shelter and excellent cat parents. It was a beautiful prospect for Addie.
At the time Addie was a wee kitten of 2 months, and much was still unknown about her facial wound: Would she need surgery to her injured eye or nose to live a healthy, pain-free life? Also, Polly and Jim had a cherished 16-year-old cat named Mia, whose well-being needed to be considered. Senior cats rarely feel enthusiastic about a new kitten in their territory and could get sick from stress if a kitten pestered them. We didn’t know how Addie would relate to other cats. She had been housed in the medical suite at the Shelter away from others to keep her wound safe from further injury and infection. Addie was very human-oriented, but she hadn’t learned or shown social cat skills by playing with other young ones.
After discussing all the unknowns, Polly and Jim withdrew their application with a heavy heart.
In the following three months Addie developed beautifully. Her face healed well. She was slowly introduced to other cats and kittens but mostly played on her own. She didn’t show any signs of fear or aggression around other cats. Finally, she moved into a room with a group of four age-mates: Ebony, Frances, Stuart and Ashton. First, none of them seemed to befriend her or pay her any attention. Then Stuart, who was a very playful blind little guy, started to regard Addie as his new hunting toy, chasing her around whenever he sensed her nearby. Addie learned to jump out of his way and to climb up a cat tree like a monkey, to snatch food before Stuart could get to her portion, and to nap safely on high wall shelves that were off-limits for blind kittens.
Addie maintained her cheerful spirit, grew stronger and was finally accepted by the group as a playmate.
In the following three months Addie developed beautifully. Her face healed well. She was slowly introduced to other cats and kittens but mostly played on her own. She didn’t show any signs of fear or aggression around other cats. Finally, she moved into a room with a group of four age-mates: Ebony, Frances, Stuart and Ashton. First, none of them seemed to befriend her or pay her any attention. Then Stuart, who was a very playful blind little guy, started to regard Addie as his new hunting toy, chasing her around whenever he sensed her nearby. Addie learned to jump out of his way and to climb up a cat tree like a monkey, to snatch food before Stuart could get to her portion, and to nap safely on high wall shelves that were off-limits for blind kittens.
Addie maintained her cheerful spirit, grew stronger and was finally accepted by the group as a playmate.
On December 13th during the holiday event at the Shelter, I watched an incident that showed Addie had gained mastery in cat-ness: She was comfortably stretched out on the floor when Stuart walked close by her. Addie playfully grabbed his hind leg and bit into it gently before letting Stuart go on his way!
Addie was a star during the event. She was a sweet little pet to her many visitors and much adored. Polly and Jim were among the guests and witnessed how well Addie had grown and matured among the other kitties. They also received an update on her excellent medical prospects and decided to re-apply for adoption.
It was a special Christmas gift for all the Shelter volunteers when Addie went home with Polly and Jim on December 21st.
On the same evening, they wrote: “Thanks for all the help getting us on our way with Addie! She is on our bed resting comfortably. All OK so far; Mia wasn't impressed, but they're doing fine. We'll introduce her to the house and Mia a little at a time, she'll be romping all over the house in no time! She's very loving and sits in our laps just wanting attention. More soon!”
In the following days Addie was introduced to the Christmas tree, to a bird watching channel on Cat TV, new toys, and puzzles. She loved all of it, with Mia observing from a safe distance.
On January 3rd Polly wrote: “Addie is thriving and gaining weight. She now has the run of the house, and we have left Mia and Addie to figure it out. Mia still hisses at Addie and Addie just ignores her. I have never met a cat with quite Addie’s spirit. She is loving and forgiving. She seems to live in the moment. She is an example for all of us in these troubled times.”
Addie was a star during the event. She was a sweet little pet to her many visitors and much adored. Polly and Jim were among the guests and witnessed how well Addie had grown and matured among the other kitties. They also received an update on her excellent medical prospects and decided to re-apply for adoption.
It was a special Christmas gift for all the Shelter volunteers when Addie went home with Polly and Jim on December 21st.
On the same evening, they wrote: “Thanks for all the help getting us on our way with Addie! She is on our bed resting comfortably. All OK so far; Mia wasn't impressed, but they're doing fine. We'll introduce her to the house and Mia a little at a time, she'll be romping all over the house in no time! She's very loving and sits in our laps just wanting attention. More soon!”
In the following days Addie was introduced to the Christmas tree, to a bird watching channel on Cat TV, new toys, and puzzles. She loved all of it, with Mia observing from a safe distance.
On January 3rd Polly wrote: “Addie is thriving and gaining weight. She now has the run of the house, and we have left Mia and Addie to figure it out. Mia still hisses at Addie and Addie just ignores her. I have never met a cat with quite Addie’s spirit. She is loving and forgiving. She seems to live in the moment. She is an example for all of us in these troubled times.”
Storm & Ember
Storm and Ember were 6-year-old siblings who lost their home in November when their owner had to move due to water damage and couldn't find a place that would allow cats.
Storm was a total lap-cat and a love-bug. Snuggling with people was his favorite thing in life. He was a large, comfortable, light-gray tiger with plush fur. He was also affectionate with his sister Ember, a gorgeous dark-brown tigress.
Ember was a little shy, but very sweet when one approached her gently. She loved to be petted and would look at you adoringly with her beautiful, bright-green eyes.
Storm and Ember were 6-year-old siblings who lost their home in November when their owner had to move due to water damage and couldn't find a place that would allow cats.
Storm was a total lap-cat and a love-bug. Snuggling with people was his favorite thing in life. He was a large, comfortable, light-gray tiger with plush fur. He was also affectionate with his sister Ember, a gorgeous dark-brown tigress.
Ember was a little shy, but very sweet when one approached her gently. She loved to be petted and would look at you adoringly with her beautiful, bright-green eyes.
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We felt that they would be happiest in a quieter household as the only pets. They found a loving home on December 21st with a retired couple, Janet and Woody in Danville, VT.
Janet sent updates:
December 22nd: “It’s going very well. Neither slept with us quite yet. Storm is quite the lap cat. Ember is holding back, as expected.”
December 23rd: "I assumed it was just the stress of a new place…I couldn’t understand how the water dish got knocked over. Then I saw Storm trying to get under the rug: claws lifting the one end of rug. Mystery solved. Very clever cat though I can’t imagine what he expects to find under there. Ember is letting herself be seen.”
“Storm has found his favorite place (other than laps). And he loves to be brushed. Ember came out to meet the visiting plumber; is showing herself more and more!”
Janet sent updates:
December 22nd: “It’s going very well. Neither slept with us quite yet. Storm is quite the lap cat. Ember is holding back, as expected.”
December 23rd: "I assumed it was just the stress of a new place…I couldn’t understand how the water dish got knocked over. Then I saw Storm trying to get under the rug: claws lifting the one end of rug. Mystery solved. Very clever cat though I can’t imagine what he expects to find under there. Ember is letting herself be seen.”
“Storm has found his favorite place (other than laps). And he loves to be brushed. Ember came out to meet the visiting plumber; is showing herself more and more!”
Caroline
Caroline was a beautiful, petite, middle-aged kitty, gentle, calm and friendly. Her long tuxedo fur was shiny and luxurious; she was a very pretty girl.
Caroline had been very attached to her former owner, an elderly gentleman, who moved to a nursing home and had to give up his cats. But Caroline was ready to make new friends at the Shelter, loved visitors and lap time. She had lived with another cat but appeared to be much happier on her own. She also was somewhat nervous around young children and preferred adults for company.
Donna and Roy adopted Caroline on December 27th and brought her home to their cozy house in Lancaster, NH, where she started off in their sewing room and adjoining bedroom.
On January 2nd Roy and Donna wrote: “Caroline is settling in well. She is sleeping with us - by our heads at first, then, in the morning, she is at the foot of the bed. She also will let us pick her up (as you can see). She is a great lap sitter and will let us brush her. She also loves to play with the cat toys we have for her (more to come).
We are learning her cat language. We can sense when she has enough of anything and we are settling into each other.
We have started to remove the Christmas tree and will open the rest of the house to her gradually.”
Caroline was a beautiful, petite, middle-aged kitty, gentle, calm and friendly. Her long tuxedo fur was shiny and luxurious; she was a very pretty girl.
Caroline had been very attached to her former owner, an elderly gentleman, who moved to a nursing home and had to give up his cats. But Caroline was ready to make new friends at the Shelter, loved visitors and lap time. She had lived with another cat but appeared to be much happier on her own. She also was somewhat nervous around young children and preferred adults for company.
Donna and Roy adopted Caroline on December 27th and brought her home to their cozy house in Lancaster, NH, where she started off in their sewing room and adjoining bedroom.
On January 2nd Roy and Donna wrote: “Caroline is settling in well. She is sleeping with us - by our heads at first, then, in the morning, she is at the foot of the bed. She also will let us pick her up (as you can see). She is a great lap sitter and will let us brush her. She also loves to play with the cat toys we have for her (more to come).
We are learning her cat language. We can sense when she has enough of anything and we are settling into each other.
We have started to remove the Christmas tree and will open the rest of the house to her gradually.”
Frances & Ebony
Frances and her sister Ebony were rescued from a feral cat colony along with their friends Ashton and Stuart. The two girls were bonded and very loving. You wouldn't know it when you watched them happily racing around, but Ebony was blind due to a congenital eye condition. Her other senses were highly alert so that she got around just as well as her seeing playmates. It was amazing!
Frances and her sister Ebony were rescued from a feral cat colony along with their friends Ashton and Stuart. The two girls were bonded and very loving. You wouldn't know it when you watched them happily racing around, but Ebony was blind due to a congenital eye condition. Her other senses were highly alert so that she got around just as well as her seeing playmates. It was amazing!
Frances was a lively brown tabby girl with beautiful striped markings. At first, in their initial foster home, Frances was terrified and would hide under furniture while the other kittens cuddled and played with their foster mom. But Frances turned out to be a cheerful, brave and sweet little tigress. She just needed more time to come out of her shell. Eventually she became the most dedicated lap cat of them all!
Ebony's fur was shiny black, and she was a very affectionate little girl. Despite her blindness, she climbed up and down a cat tree like a monkey. Ebony was very social and especially loving towards humans. She wanted to be held in one’s arms like a baby and purr her adoration. She seemed to be one of those singular kitties who show early on that they want to give love to a human without bounds. A friend of the Shelter made a little wooden cat bed and donated it to Ebony.
To care for blind cats takes a special dedication and mindfulness of the environment.
Jessica from Barre, VT, met the girls during the holiday event at the Shelter on December 13th. She spent a long time with them, was very patient and open to their needs and decided to adopt them. The kittens went home with Jess on December 25th.
Jess wrote in the evening: “We are all home safe and snuggled into the bathroom (their initial safe space.) Frances didn’t make a peep and took the whole ride in stride. She is currently hiding but did explore the room a bit. It was a tougher go for Ebony…about half way in she threw up and pooped in the carrier, so she had to sit with it 😞 So glad she was in the hard-sided carrier!
At home I cleaned her off pretty easily and she bounced right back and is much more relaxed and explored and played with some toys and had some water already. Now I think they are both napping.
So thankful for the little wooden bed, please extend my (and Ebony’s) thanks and gratitude for such a beautiful gift that has obviously already helped her feel a bit more comfortable in her new home.😻
Thank you again for supporting me in this process. We will be in touch, and please reach out and check in whenever you’d like. Merry Christmas!”
On December 29th Jess wrote: “The girls are doing really well! They are eating both wet and dry food and are drinking; both use the litter boxes (I bought ones with higher sides) and they are playing and seeming to relax more and more each day. I have expanded their world to include the bedroom and it’s amazing how in stride Ebby takes it all, better than Frances, ha ha! She is adorable to watch figure out a new space. They were both on the bed with me for a little bit last night, so I’m hoping that just gets more often and more comfortable for them.”
Jess sent an update on January 10th : "The girls are both doing great as we all continue to adjust to our new family and living situation 😸
I just expanded their world again today and introduced them to the main living space, so they are both very curious and exploring like crazy. I am really looking forward to getting the litter box out of my bedroom though 😹 …soon I hope!"
Ebony's fur was shiny black, and she was a very affectionate little girl. Despite her blindness, she climbed up and down a cat tree like a monkey. Ebony was very social and especially loving towards humans. She wanted to be held in one’s arms like a baby and purr her adoration. She seemed to be one of those singular kitties who show early on that they want to give love to a human without bounds. A friend of the Shelter made a little wooden cat bed and donated it to Ebony.
To care for blind cats takes a special dedication and mindfulness of the environment.
Jessica from Barre, VT, met the girls during the holiday event at the Shelter on December 13th. She spent a long time with them, was very patient and open to their needs and decided to adopt them. The kittens went home with Jess on December 25th.
Jess wrote in the evening: “We are all home safe and snuggled into the bathroom (their initial safe space.) Frances didn’t make a peep and took the whole ride in stride. She is currently hiding but did explore the room a bit. It was a tougher go for Ebony…about half way in she threw up and pooped in the carrier, so she had to sit with it 😞 So glad she was in the hard-sided carrier!
At home I cleaned her off pretty easily and she bounced right back and is much more relaxed and explored and played with some toys and had some water already. Now I think they are both napping.
So thankful for the little wooden bed, please extend my (and Ebony’s) thanks and gratitude for such a beautiful gift that has obviously already helped her feel a bit more comfortable in her new home.😻
Thank you again for supporting me in this process. We will be in touch, and please reach out and check in whenever you’d like. Merry Christmas!”
On December 29th Jess wrote: “The girls are doing really well! They are eating both wet and dry food and are drinking; both use the litter boxes (I bought ones with higher sides) and they are playing and seeming to relax more and more each day. I have expanded their world to include the bedroom and it’s amazing how in stride Ebby takes it all, better than Frances, ha ha! She is adorable to watch figure out a new space. They were both on the bed with me for a little bit last night, so I’m hoping that just gets more often and more comfortable for them.”
Jess sent an update on January 10th : "The girls are both doing great as we all continue to adjust to our new family and living situation 😸
I just expanded their world again today and introduced them to the main living space, so they are both very curious and exploring like crazy. I am really looking forward to getting the litter box out of my bedroom though 😹 …soon I hope!"