Happy Tails!
Carson and Ryker - October 2023
On a rainy day in July a vet tech at the Littleton emergency vet called to say that a Good Samaritan had brought in four young grey kittens, and would KAS take them? We said yes...and foster mom Julie, who specializes in raising baby kittens, picked them up. After they were weaned off the bottle, they moved into volunteer Pat’s kitten kindergarten.
Carson, Ryker, Mason and Houde grew into a bunch of adorable, friendly, and vivacious, just really good kittens who would soon turn into wonderful pets.
The boys all had silver grey fur and some of them had tiger markings. They were very interested in making close friends with any human being around.
Carson and Ryker were adopted by Kevin and Ann in West Burke on October 24th.
The following day Kevin wrote:
“The boys have certainly not wasted any time in owning their new home. Within an hour of arriving, they began exploring the two rooms they had access to and by the end of the night they were curled up with Ann and me. Everyone is very happy. Their water bubbler was a new experience for them based on their reaction. After several apprehensive approaches they found it much more fun to splash it with their paws than drinking but soon figured that out too.
As to names, Carson will now be called Savu which is the Finnish word for smoke and given his smokey pelage it seemed fitting. (We have a strong connection to Finland.) Ryker we are calling Titanium, an ode to his coloration. Ti will be his official name in reality though. Thanks again for your support!"
On a rainy day in July a vet tech at the Littleton emergency vet called to say that a Good Samaritan had brought in four young grey kittens, and would KAS take them? We said yes...and foster mom Julie, who specializes in raising baby kittens, picked them up. After they were weaned off the bottle, they moved into volunteer Pat’s kitten kindergarten.
Carson, Ryker, Mason and Houde grew into a bunch of adorable, friendly, and vivacious, just really good kittens who would soon turn into wonderful pets.
The boys all had silver grey fur and some of them had tiger markings. They were very interested in making close friends with any human being around.
Carson and Ryker were adopted by Kevin and Ann in West Burke on October 24th.
The following day Kevin wrote:
“The boys have certainly not wasted any time in owning their new home. Within an hour of arriving, they began exploring the two rooms they had access to and by the end of the night they were curled up with Ann and me. Everyone is very happy. Their water bubbler was a new experience for them based on their reaction. After several apprehensive approaches they found it much more fun to splash it with their paws than drinking but soon figured that out too.
As to names, Carson will now be called Savu which is the Finnish word for smoke and given his smokey pelage it seemed fitting. (We have a strong connection to Finland.) Ryker we are calling Titanium, an ode to his coloration. Ti will be his official name in reality though. Thanks again for your support!"
Leo and Miss Betty - Adopted in September 2023
Back in July, two KAS volunteers picked up a surrendered pair of chubby cats from an unfinished basement. The senior couple who owned them were unable to take care of them anymore. The cat siblings had lived downstairs throughout their 6-year-long lives to keep the basement free of mice. Although they were treated kindly, they had never been upstairs or truly part of the family.
Leo and Miss Betty moved into their own spacious room at the Shelter with a large bay window looking out into the woods. They loved their new experience of lounging in the sunshine on the windowsill and watching the birds in the world outside.
Surprisingly, they turned out to be very affectionate lap cats, always purring and lovey. They were like cuddly teddy bears. In fact, they looked a little bit too much like teddy bears, being quite overweight. Miss Betty was a sweetie and a little shy but so grateful for pets and love. Leo was outgoing, adventurous and the first one on a lap for cuddles.
Back in July, two KAS volunteers picked up a surrendered pair of chubby cats from an unfinished basement. The senior couple who owned them were unable to take care of them anymore. The cat siblings had lived downstairs throughout their 6-year-long lives to keep the basement free of mice. Although they were treated kindly, they had never been upstairs or truly part of the family.
Leo and Miss Betty moved into their own spacious room at the Shelter with a large bay window looking out into the woods. They loved their new experience of lounging in the sunshine on the windowsill and watching the birds in the world outside.
Surprisingly, they turned out to be very affectionate lap cats, always purring and lovey. They were like cuddly teddy bears. In fact, they looked a little bit too much like teddy bears, being quite overweight. Miss Betty was a sweetie and a little shy but so grateful for pets and love. Leo was outgoing, adventurous and the first one on a lap for cuddles.
On September 4th these wonderful kitties found a new home in Winchester MA. On September 10th their new mom wrote:
“Leo and Betty are settling in great!! Very lovable. They both are my breakfast buddies. They are playing more with each other, playful fighting. They were on our bed yesterday morning sleeping so they are feeling very comfortable.
They always want to go into the basement which is finished so I did let them down on Saturday and Betty didn’t want to come up - lol. Whenever we go downstairs, she races to the door to go down, as well. Leo will go downstairs, too, but come up and stay at the top of the stairs watching. They are funny. They love to be around us. They are really great cats!! We lucked out again 😊.”
“Leo and Betty are settling in great!! Very lovable. They both are my breakfast buddies. They are playing more with each other, playful fighting. They were on our bed yesterday morning sleeping so they are feeling very comfortable.
They always want to go into the basement which is finished so I did let them down on Saturday and Betty didn’t want to come up - lol. Whenever we go downstairs, she races to the door to go down, as well. Leo will go downstairs, too, but come up and stay at the top of the stairs watching. They are funny. They love to be around us. They are really great cats!! We lucked out again 😊.”
Basyl and Finnegan - Adopted in August 2023
Back in February a double-pawed black mama cat called Addie gave birth to 8 kittens and raised the lot with the help of her sister Becky until the babies were ready for foster kindergarten. These two little boys were raised by the Tucker family in Lyndonville. They were a little shy and needed some extra socializing time and gentling. After a few months they graduated as purry lap kitties from their excellent kitty foster school “summa com laude.”
Willie in Hinesburg, Vermont was their lucky adopter.
Back in February a double-pawed black mama cat called Addie gave birth to 8 kittens and raised the lot with the help of her sister Becky until the babies were ready for foster kindergarten. These two little boys were raised by the Tucker family in Lyndonville. They were a little shy and needed some extra socializing time and gentling. After a few months they graduated as purry lap kitties from their excellent kitty foster school “summa com laude.”
Willie in Hinesburg, Vermont was their lucky adopter.
On August 28th Willie wrote:
“Just wanted to give a brief update on the two wonderful cats that have adopted me. Ernest (aka Ernie; formerly Finnegan) is doing great. A bit camera shy so I haven’t been able to get any pictures of him, but he’s definitely loving the new place. He loves playing with his toys (as well as anything else within reach) and also seems to be the dominant of the 2 (so far, all kitty treats have made it to his mouth, even the ones set aside for his brother).
Sir Tyrone Rugen (formerly Basyl) is definitely the adventurous one. He’s also started getting in my lap for necessary skritches and love. As you can see in the pictures, he has a favorite spot and has taken a liking to helping me work…although he isn’t nearly as useful as he thinks he is 😊
The cats are doing great and have warmed up almost immediately. They’re also the hit of my Zoom meetings at work!”
The cats are doing great and have warmed up almost immediately. They’re also the hit of my Zoom meetings at work!”
Bob - Adopted in July 2023
A cat lover in a neighboring town contacted KAS in June about a young stray cat on her property. Initially she didn’t feed him, thinking he was owned and just visiting. But then she noticed that he began to get thin, so she started to feed him and provided an outside shelter. He appeared to be healthy, unneutered, very sweet and affectionate, a nice boy, cuddly, rubbing on her legs and very interested in trying to get into her home, where he promptly cornered her female cat. She named him Bob.
Surrendered to the Shelter, Bob got his full medical work up, was fixed and vaccinated and moved into the “castle room.” The new kid on the block was very easy going with his neighbors, making friends, and enjoying regular meals, energetic play times and cuddles. His happy adopters were Dennis and Dianne in Danville.
On July 28th, adoption counselor Nancy shared an update:
“Dianne describes Bob as a "wild one" with his kitten energy. Bob moves furniture, grabs area rugs with his teeth to move them and races up and down the stairs. Bob is a busy boy and empties his toy box daily. He flips his toys around in the air. Bob also hides under the rugs and runners as a game. Bob enjoys looking out the window while sitting on the back of the toilet, sitting in the bathroom sink, sitting on all of the windowsills, and his favorite toys are Styrofoam balls with yarn and knitted fabric wrapped around the balls. Dianne said that Bob will jump on the bed with them but will not stay for long. Although Bob is not a lap cat, he is very affectionate.
Bob is getting better at NOT door dashing. He now has a large home to run around in and he is curious about the outdoors, but he is getting better at not racing for the door. They are watchful of him, but he is doing really well.
“Dianne describes Bob as a "wild one" with his kitten energy. Bob moves furniture, grabs area rugs with his teeth to move them and races up and down the stairs. Bob is a busy boy and empties his toy box daily. He flips his toys around in the air. Bob also hides under the rugs and runners as a game. Bob enjoys looking out the window while sitting on the back of the toilet, sitting in the bathroom sink, sitting on all of the windowsills, and his favorite toys are Styrofoam balls with yarn and knitted fabric wrapped around the balls. Dianne said that Bob will jump on the bed with them but will not stay for long. Although Bob is not a lap cat, he is very affectionate.
Bob is getting better at NOT door dashing. He now has a large home to run around in and he is curious about the outdoors, but he is getting better at not racing for the door. They are watchful of him, but he is doing really well.
Elliott - Adopted in June 2023
Elliott is a fine, elegant, and very intelligent kitty, 3 years of age, who loved being a cherished part of his family and being the center of attention. When his people surrendered him, because a child became allergic to cats, his whole world fell apart and he was truly devastated.
During the first weeks at the Shelter, he seemed in shock and didn’t want anybody close to him; humans were not to be trusted! But slowly his affectionate nature broke through and soon couldn’t be denied anymore. In the following weeks he kept switching between hostility and friendly advances until he dropped his bad temper altogether. One day he jumped on a volunteer’s lap and shoulder, purring up a storm and being very lovey.
It had taken Elliott 6 weeks to get over his trauma and we anticipated that in the unknown environment of a new home his terrifying experience of being abandoned might catch up again. But thanks to the patience and kindness of his adopters, his adjustment only took 6 days…
Elliott is a fine, elegant, and very intelligent kitty, 3 years of age, who loved being a cherished part of his family and being the center of attention. When his people surrendered him, because a child became allergic to cats, his whole world fell apart and he was truly devastated.
During the first weeks at the Shelter, he seemed in shock and didn’t want anybody close to him; humans were not to be trusted! But slowly his affectionate nature broke through and soon couldn’t be denied anymore. In the following weeks he kept switching between hostility and friendly advances until he dropped his bad temper altogether. One day he jumped on a volunteer’s lap and shoulder, purring up a storm and being very lovey.
It had taken Elliott 6 weeks to get over his trauma and we anticipated that in the unknown environment of a new home his terrifying experience of being abandoned might catch up again. But thanks to the patience and kindness of his adopters, his adjustment only took 6 days…
When Tracey and Eddie came on June 26th to adopt Elliott, we prepared them to expect a rocky start.
It was heartwarming to see Elliott’s immediate affection for Tracey, whom he had never met before. It was love at first sight for him. He walked into his spacious cat carrier without hesitation and went home with his new mom and dad to Boscawen, NH.
On June 21st Tracey wrote:
Thank you so much for spending time with me yesterday and explaining what we should expect from Elliott as he adjusts to another new place.
Elliott did VERY well riding home, and we are doing everything you suggested. We are absolutely giving him space and not petting him unless he acts like he wants to be.
Last night he checked out his new home, enjoyed sitting in the window listening to the birds, played with his new toys, laid on his back near us on the living room floor and seemed so content, and hung out with us until bedtime. He was all lovey but then later, as I was heading to bed, I had to walk by him, and as I did, he hissed and batted at me and bit me, but I was very grateful that you told me he may do that.
He slept under our bed last night, and he's kinda hiding out under there this morning for the most part. We brought his food to him and he's eating it now.
We are definitely giving him space today and will be sure to continue to do so until he seems comfortable. Thank you for letting us know that's what we need to do. I will keep you updated!
It was heartwarming to see Elliott’s immediate affection for Tracey, whom he had never met before. It was love at first sight for him. He walked into his spacious cat carrier without hesitation and went home with his new mom and dad to Boscawen, NH.
On June 21st Tracey wrote:
Thank you so much for spending time with me yesterday and explaining what we should expect from Elliott as he adjusts to another new place.
Elliott did VERY well riding home, and we are doing everything you suggested. We are absolutely giving him space and not petting him unless he acts like he wants to be.
Last night he checked out his new home, enjoyed sitting in the window listening to the birds, played with his new toys, laid on his back near us on the living room floor and seemed so content, and hung out with us until bedtime. He was all lovey but then later, as I was heading to bed, I had to walk by him, and as I did, he hissed and batted at me and bit me, but I was very grateful that you told me he may do that.
He slept under our bed last night, and he's kinda hiding out under there this morning for the most part. We brought his food to him and he's eating it now.
We are definitely giving him space today and will be sure to continue to do so until he seems comfortable. Thank you for letting us know that's what we need to do. I will keep you updated!
On June 24th Tracey wrote:
We are doing everything we can to make him happy and calm and comfortable. He is still hissing, batting at us and biting here and there, even when he initiates walking in and out of our legs. Other times he's perfectly fine and plays with us. He doesn’t want to be petted, picked up or sit on our lap. Very skittish in such a calm home.
He is eating very well.
We are giving him lots of space, yet also talking to him nicely and calmly, and most often he looks very content--rolls on his back, happy. But if we walk past him, yikes. We are concerned he won't come around, but we know he needs time, so we are being very patient for sure and happy to be. He's such a cute lil guy.
On June 26th Tracey wrote:
“What a change in Elliott since Saturday night! He's starting to cuddle and sit on our lap and give kisses. I think he is going to be o.k. after all!”
We are doing everything we can to make him happy and calm and comfortable. He is still hissing, batting at us and biting here and there, even when he initiates walking in and out of our legs. Other times he's perfectly fine and plays with us. He doesn’t want to be petted, picked up or sit on our lap. Very skittish in such a calm home.
He is eating very well.
We are giving him lots of space, yet also talking to him nicely and calmly, and most often he looks very content--rolls on his back, happy. But if we walk past him, yikes. We are concerned he won't come around, but we know he needs time, so we are being very patient for sure and happy to be. He's such a cute lil guy.
On June 26th Tracey wrote:
“What a change in Elliott since Saturday night! He's starting to cuddle and sit on our lap and give kisses. I think he is going to be o.k. after all!”
Poppy - Adopted in May 2023
Poppy is 9-year-old lovely black kitty - with a complicated history…
When she first came to the Shelter two years ago, she had been handed around in her family several times. She didn’t feel safe with the family dogs, and nobody quite wanted her. She learned to lash out and was treated with impatience.
After she was surrendered, Poppy didn’t show any aggression in her foster home. She was calm and sweet. But when she was adopted by a very kind lady Poppy seemed to relive her past and started lashing out at her person’s ankles when she walked by for no apparent reason. The lady was very sad that she couldn’t keep Poppy and brought her back to the Shelter.
For several months Poppy served as the KAS office cat and became very popular with the volunteers. She never scratched anybody and seemed peaceful and content.
Poppy is 9-year-old lovely black kitty - with a complicated history…
When she first came to the Shelter two years ago, she had been handed around in her family several times. She didn’t feel safe with the family dogs, and nobody quite wanted her. She learned to lash out and was treated with impatience.
After she was surrendered, Poppy didn’t show any aggression in her foster home. She was calm and sweet. But when she was adopted by a very kind lady Poppy seemed to relive her past and started lashing out at her person’s ankles when she walked by for no apparent reason. The lady was very sad that she couldn’t keep Poppy and brought her back to the Shelter.
For several months Poppy served as the KAS office cat and became very popular with the volunteers. She never scratched anybody and seemed peaceful and content.
In May, KAS volunteer Fran from Lyndonville adopted her. Fran had worked with difficult cats before and was committed to give Poppy a safe and loving home.
After a short time, Poppy started her old pattern of “stalking and attacking ankles” as if the safety and comfort of a true home triggered memories of her past and made her relive it all over again. But Fran is working on calming Poppy and finding ways to release her pent-up energies and trauma.
On June 8th Fran sent an update:
“Poppy loves looking out the windows and chattering at the birds - there are lots of them around my yard. On the warm days, I open the windows and she gets her sunbath. She looks great and her coat is beautiful.
After a short time, Poppy started her old pattern of “stalking and attacking ankles” as if the safety and comfort of a true home triggered memories of her past and made her relive it all over again. But Fran is working on calming Poppy and finding ways to release her pent-up energies and trauma.
On June 8th Fran sent an update:
“Poppy loves looking out the windows and chattering at the birds - there are lots of them around my yard. On the warm days, I open the windows and she gets her sunbath. She looks great and her coat is beautiful.
She has a little bed on my bed where she quietly spends about half the night - I'm not sure what she likes to do during the other half of the night!
Our new routine is that at about 6 am, she gets up first and has the zoomies and plays with toys by herself, until I get up at 7am. When I get up, I'm working on her "stalking/attack" behaviors - starting out by throwing some catnip toys for her to chase (instead of my feet), and some feather-wand play. Poppy now expects this! Then she settles a bit and eats breakfast.
She is eating very well.
I don't approach her - I let her come to me. She does come to me several times during the day for petting...usually while I'm sitting. She has come on my lap a couple of times but didn't stay long. She seems content while I'm at work and has her big nap in the afternoon.
We keep working on her behavior. It has decreased quite a bit but is not gone.
I do see progress when she comes charging out from under the bed and does NOT attack my feet...just runs by....phew.....baby steps I guess.”
Fran, you are our hero!
Our new routine is that at about 6 am, she gets up first and has the zoomies and plays with toys by herself, until I get up at 7am. When I get up, I'm working on her "stalking/attack" behaviors - starting out by throwing some catnip toys for her to chase (instead of my feet), and some feather-wand play. Poppy now expects this! Then she settles a bit and eats breakfast.
She is eating very well.
I don't approach her - I let her come to me. She does come to me several times during the day for petting...usually while I'm sitting. She has come on my lap a couple of times but didn't stay long. She seems content while I'm at work and has her big nap in the afternoon.
We keep working on her behavior. It has decreased quite a bit but is not gone.
I do see progress when she comes charging out from under the bed and does NOT attack my feet...just runs by....phew.....baby steps I guess.”
Fran, you are our hero!
Herbie - Adopted in April 2023
Herbie’s owners were at their wits end when they brought him to the animal hospital in Ryegate with yet another serious wound from a fight with a neighboring pet. They couldn’t afford his ongoing emergency care and hoped to surrender him.
Dr. Jill took this handsome 5-year-old boy into her care. She patched him up and contacted KAS, who gladly took him in.
At the Shelter, Herbie proved to be super friendly and playful. He was a socialite and a real gentleman cat with his human caretakers, wanting to share his love and constantly asking for playtime. He showed a desire of playing “Cat the Ripper” with his neighbors and therefore had to stay separate in his own room.
It was clear that Herbie needed to be the only cat in a fun-loving household where he could happily roam indoors. His people would have to meet his exuberance with equal playfulness.
Miranda from Lyndonville seemed the perfect match of youthful energy for Mr. Active Boy. She took him home on April 4th.
On May 4th Miranda wrote:
“Herbie is doing wonderfully and is an amazing furry addition to my little tribe. We adore him!
He has transformed over the past month. He was very verbal when we met, and he has just started talking more to me. I love him to death but if I am not giving him his desired attention whatever I'm doing becomes the target lol.
He is basically a dog in most of his antics. I jokingly said to him while giving him a treat to sit and he actually did. We have been working on a few treat-prompted tricks including sitting, standing, and spinning, along with some harness exposure, all of which he is taking in stride.
On May 4th Miranda wrote:
“Herbie is doing wonderfully and is an amazing furry addition to my little tribe. We adore him!
He has transformed over the past month. He was very verbal when we met, and he has just started talking more to me. I love him to death but if I am not giving him his desired attention whatever I'm doing becomes the target lol.
He is basically a dog in most of his antics. I jokingly said to him while giving him a treat to sit and he actually did. We have been working on a few treat-prompted tricks including sitting, standing, and spinning, along with some harness exposure, all of which he is taking in stride.
He loves everything. He's been amazing with my girlfriend’s 9-year-old and adores to play with anyone any time. We already have a small, destroyed toy pile. He's a total love and is always sleeping next to me. It started with pillow stealing but quickly moved to sleeping in my arms most days. I honestly don't think I could have found a better cat for me.”
Puck - Adopted in March 2023
Little Puck showed up on a porch in a neighboring town during the worst cold spell in February. He was rescued and soon enjoying warmth and care at Kingdom Animal Shelter while recovering from a bad respiratory infection.
Puck was hungry like a wolf, sneezing and snuffling, but so happy to be alive and with friends. He was adorable and he charmed everybody with his beautiful affectionate spirit.
Within a month Puck found a new home with Hadley and Wally in Barton. He joined kitten BB, who was just about his own age, and a young dog, Atlas.
Their adoption counselor Nancy Rivet reported:
Puck stayed in a safe room for about 2 days while the family introduced him to BB slowly. The kittens bonded very soon. After a couple of days, they were the best of friends and wanted to play non-stop. The family was careful to not let them overdo it.
BB and Puck are now inseparable. They particularly love the couch, lounging in the sun. Puck also adores Atlas, the dog. And although Atlas is not a cuddler, he allows some affectionate advances from Puck, who is irresistible.
Puck loves to play with just about anything and he particularly likes to carry things around in his mouth. He goes down to the basement, fetches pieces of bark and brings them upstairs. He and BB play soccer with anything on the floor.
Hadley and Wally have a woven laundry basket in which the kittens play hide and seek and jump out at each other.
Puck is eating very well and is learning to regulate himself and not overeat.
Hadley states that Puck is great, very sweet, a cuddle bug and loves to be carried around. They feel so lucky that they were able to adopt him.
“He is a blast and a great guy to have around the house!”
Little Puck showed up on a porch in a neighboring town during the worst cold spell in February. He was rescued and soon enjoying warmth and care at Kingdom Animal Shelter while recovering from a bad respiratory infection.
Puck was hungry like a wolf, sneezing and snuffling, but so happy to be alive and with friends. He was adorable and he charmed everybody with his beautiful affectionate spirit.
Within a month Puck found a new home with Hadley and Wally in Barton. He joined kitten BB, who was just about his own age, and a young dog, Atlas.
Their adoption counselor Nancy Rivet reported:
Puck stayed in a safe room for about 2 days while the family introduced him to BB slowly. The kittens bonded very soon. After a couple of days, they were the best of friends and wanted to play non-stop. The family was careful to not let them overdo it.
BB and Puck are now inseparable. They particularly love the couch, lounging in the sun. Puck also adores Atlas, the dog. And although Atlas is not a cuddler, he allows some affectionate advances from Puck, who is irresistible.
Puck loves to play with just about anything and he particularly likes to carry things around in his mouth. He goes down to the basement, fetches pieces of bark and brings them upstairs. He and BB play soccer with anything on the floor.
Hadley and Wally have a woven laundry basket in which the kittens play hide and seek and jump out at each other.
Puck is eating very well and is learning to regulate himself and not overeat.
Hadley states that Puck is great, very sweet, a cuddle bug and loves to be carried around. They feel so lucky that they were able to adopt him.
“He is a blast and a great guy to have around the house!”
Simon - Adopted in January 2023
In our January Newsletter we wrote about Simon as our first adopted cat in the year 2023. Here is an update on this beautiful boy in our list of January adoptions. Simon has been part of his new family for a month. Kendra, James and their two young children absolutely adore him.
On January 29th Kendra wrote:
"We are so in love with Simon and take pictures all the time… My camera roll is now more Simon than my children. He is feeling very comfortable, and he has the run of the house. He has discovered the spiral staircase, and often lounges on the stairs there, or on the master bed upstairs, which is quite a sun trap. I think his favorite spot, which I don’t actually have a picture of, is lounging in his cat bed in front of the woodstove. What a life! My son delights in how playful he is and loves to tempt him with all sorts of kitty toys. He brings so much joy into our lives! I just can’t believe I went so long without a cat in my life. We are so grateful to you all for connecting us with him."
In our January Newsletter we wrote about Simon as our first adopted cat in the year 2023. Here is an update on this beautiful boy in our list of January adoptions. Simon has been part of his new family for a month. Kendra, James and their two young children absolutely adore him.
On January 29th Kendra wrote:
"We are so in love with Simon and take pictures all the time… My camera roll is now more Simon than my children. He is feeling very comfortable, and he has the run of the house. He has discovered the spiral staircase, and often lounges on the stairs there, or on the master bed upstairs, which is quite a sun trap. I think his favorite spot, which I don’t actually have a picture of, is lounging in his cat bed in front of the woodstove. What a life! My son delights in how playful he is and loves to tempt him with all sorts of kitty toys. He brings so much joy into our lives! I just can’t believe I went so long without a cat in my life. We are so grateful to you all for connecting us with him."
Maisy and Margy - Adopted in December2022
These tinies were rescued from a barn in a neighboring town where sickly kittens are picked up regularly and brought to KAS, due to a neglected barn cat population.
The sibling went into foster care with volunteer Julie who has a knack with very young kittens. Foster mom Julie has saved many wee ones from certain death, she is simply amazing! Together with her kids, dogs and her own cats she socializes her foster kittens to become wonderful family pets.
Maisy was in very poor shape but with Julie’s loving attention both babies thrived.
Maizy and Margy found a perfect home with Devon and her three children in Danville in the end of December.
On January 2nd Devon wrote:
“The girls are doing beautifully. We just love them. Maisy was a smidge shy at first but as of today is full of herself and enjoying her new home. Margy, who we have renamed Mimzie, settled in almost immediately and is also doing great. Everyone here loves them!”
These tinies were rescued from a barn in a neighboring town where sickly kittens are picked up regularly and brought to KAS, due to a neglected barn cat population.
The sibling went into foster care with volunteer Julie who has a knack with very young kittens. Foster mom Julie has saved many wee ones from certain death, she is simply amazing! Together with her kids, dogs and her own cats she socializes her foster kittens to become wonderful family pets.
Maisy was in very poor shape but with Julie’s loving attention both babies thrived.
Maizy and Margy found a perfect home with Devon and her three children in Danville in the end of December.
On January 2nd Devon wrote:
“The girls are doing beautifully. We just love them. Maisy was a smidge shy at first but as of today is full of herself and enjoying her new home. Margy, who we have renamed Mimzie, settled in almost immediately and is also doing great. Everyone here loves them!”
Georgie - Adopted in November 2022
Little Georgie was a special gift from nature and one of a kind!
When he and his siblings were found under a porch in Cabot, little did we know that he came with an extra big portion of kitten love and a totally fearless attitude to life. Had he ventured out before he was rescued, he would have walked up to Coyotes and Racoons wanting to make friends. And there is a tiny chance that he would have disarmed them with his charm as much as his humans...
Foster mom Deanna, who runs a dog grooming center, soon discovered that Georgie was different than other kittens.
She thought that Georgie was amazing and odd, a bit like Lenny in Mice and Men: "He is super affectionate and needy, no fear, never wants to be alone. He is a lot of cat…. It will definitely take a special person to deal with his personality. He gets into EVERYTHING. We have to crate him when we eat as he tries to dive into your dish! It’s not like he is hungry, just nosy!"
She also discovered that Georgie loved dogs and couldn't get enough from playing with them.
Deanna seriously considered adopting Georgie, but his advances were overwhelming to her resident cats. He just didn't know social boundaries...
Deanna's assistant Mila was eager to find out if this amiable boy would fit in with her own pet family. Her sweet Pitbull Gema and her cat Twix would have to agree to the new housemate, so Mila took Georgie home for a trial.
On November 4th Mila wrote: "Georgie fits in so well here. He and my dog Gema are two peas in a pod! She is so gentle with him and loves to groom him all the time. My cat Twix is also starting to love the little guy! He’s won all of us over.
I tried putting him back in his foster room after our 'trial', not knowing what the outcome of my application would be. But he cried at the door until I went back in and picked him up. He’s such a love, and I would absolutely love to have him but also understand that there is a process that you must go through, when finding homes for these little guys. Deanna called mine his “perfect home” the other day and that really pulled at my heart strings."
Mila was soon approved as Georgie's new mom and took him home for good.
On November 22nd Mila wrote: "Georgie is so very happy, as are my other fur babies and I.
He completes my home and I can’t imagine life without him now!"
Little Georgie was a special gift from nature and one of a kind!
When he and his siblings were found under a porch in Cabot, little did we know that he came with an extra big portion of kitten love and a totally fearless attitude to life. Had he ventured out before he was rescued, he would have walked up to Coyotes and Racoons wanting to make friends. And there is a tiny chance that he would have disarmed them with his charm as much as his humans...
Foster mom Deanna, who runs a dog grooming center, soon discovered that Georgie was different than other kittens.
She thought that Georgie was amazing and odd, a bit like Lenny in Mice and Men: "He is super affectionate and needy, no fear, never wants to be alone. He is a lot of cat…. It will definitely take a special person to deal with his personality. He gets into EVERYTHING. We have to crate him when we eat as he tries to dive into your dish! It’s not like he is hungry, just nosy!"
She also discovered that Georgie loved dogs and couldn't get enough from playing with them.
Deanna seriously considered adopting Georgie, but his advances were overwhelming to her resident cats. He just didn't know social boundaries...
Deanna's assistant Mila was eager to find out if this amiable boy would fit in with her own pet family. Her sweet Pitbull Gema and her cat Twix would have to agree to the new housemate, so Mila took Georgie home for a trial.
On November 4th Mila wrote: "Georgie fits in so well here. He and my dog Gema are two peas in a pod! She is so gentle with him and loves to groom him all the time. My cat Twix is also starting to love the little guy! He’s won all of us over.
I tried putting him back in his foster room after our 'trial', not knowing what the outcome of my application would be. But he cried at the door until I went back in and picked him up. He’s such a love, and I would absolutely love to have him but also understand that there is a process that you must go through, when finding homes for these little guys. Deanna called mine his “perfect home” the other day and that really pulled at my heart strings."
Mila was soon approved as Georgie's new mom and took him home for good.
On November 22nd Mila wrote: "Georgie is so very happy, as are my other fur babies and I.
He completes my home and I can’t imagine life without him now!"
Geneva - Adopted in November 2022
Geneva was just skin and bones and eyes when she was found close to starvation on the Rec field in St.Johnsbury on a hot summer day. Although she looked pitiful, her spirit was unbroken and cheerful. With a little nursing she became a bundle of joy who was relishing life in its fullest. And the little gooseling turned into a beauty, inside and out.
She would cuddle and play with everyone and be the first to greet you at the door like a puppy! In fact, she was super happy to meet dogs when she became a foster kitten at Deanna's pet grooming center. She tried to rub up against the visiting pups all the time.
Renee and David from St.Johnsbury were looking for exactly such a kitty to take home and love.
Their two-year-old Golden Retriever Ruby adored cats as well and was longing for a feline friend to snuggle and play with. Geneva happily moved in with her new family the week before Thanksgiving.
Renee wrote:
"We are doing fantastic here! Geneva is a joy to have around. She fit right in from the very first night and loves everyone and especially her dog sister, Ruby. They are best of friends and are nearly inseparable!"
"We had a very quiet Thanksgiving at home with just Ruby and Geneva who have bonded tremendously. They play the whole length of the house on a daily basis. They tire one another out too! Then, Geneva grabs a cat nap in the sunny living room window while Ruby curls up as close as she can. "
"I've told my family and friends that it was a "match made in heaven!" We are ALL happy about our decision.
Happy holidays to you and everyone at the shelter and beyond!"
Reneé, David, Ruby and Geneva
Geneva was just skin and bones and eyes when she was found close to starvation on the Rec field in St.Johnsbury on a hot summer day. Although she looked pitiful, her spirit was unbroken and cheerful. With a little nursing she became a bundle of joy who was relishing life in its fullest. And the little gooseling turned into a beauty, inside and out.
She would cuddle and play with everyone and be the first to greet you at the door like a puppy! In fact, she was super happy to meet dogs when she became a foster kitten at Deanna's pet grooming center. She tried to rub up against the visiting pups all the time.
Renee and David from St.Johnsbury were looking for exactly such a kitty to take home and love.
Their two-year-old Golden Retriever Ruby adored cats as well and was longing for a feline friend to snuggle and play with. Geneva happily moved in with her new family the week before Thanksgiving.
Renee wrote:
"We are doing fantastic here! Geneva is a joy to have around. She fit right in from the very first night and loves everyone and especially her dog sister, Ruby. They are best of friends and are nearly inseparable!"
"We had a very quiet Thanksgiving at home with just Ruby and Geneva who have bonded tremendously. They play the whole length of the house on a daily basis. They tire one another out too! Then, Geneva grabs a cat nap in the sunny living room window while Ruby curls up as close as she can. "
"I've told my family and friends that it was a "match made in heaven!" We are ALL happy about our decision.
Happy holidays to you and everyone at the shelter and beyond!"
Reneé, David, Ruby and Geneva