Happy Tails!
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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!”
Archie - Adopted in December 2022
Archie is a charming 10-year-old gentleman cat who had been the beloved pet of an elderly couple, together with his cat-brother.
But his human friends and his brother passed away one by one until Archie was left alone. There was no family member who could take him in. Archie spent several lonely months in the empty apartment with occasional visits of a caretaker before he came to the Shelter in May.
At first, he seemed depressed, had very low energy and several health issues. But with lots of affectionate cuddles and medical attention he soon perked up, became increasingly healthy and handsome and a favorite of the volunteers.
He particularly touched volunteer Laura who began helping with evening duties at the Shelter in late summer. Laura decided to adopt Archie in December 2022.
On January 7th Laura wrote:
“I started volunteering at the shelter a few months after the peaceful death of my much-loved, 18-year-old little tuxedo cat Yin. I took note of Archie pretty quickly – partly because I have a soft spot for older cats, and partly because I used to have to wait outside for my “tuck-in” partner before I had a password to enter the shelter. And while I waited, I talked to Archie through the front window to the left of the doors. That’s how we first got acquainted.
As time went on, Archie appealed to me because he seemed to be like many older gentlemen – independent, a bit of a curmudgeon, who felt entitled to one-on-one attention and didn’t need to make a drama queen of himself to get it. He was quietly assertive and had a certain dignity that I respected.
I finally brought Archie home with me (I was tired of coming home to an empty house, and Archie needed a place to live). It has been a gradual adjustment for him. For a while he really wasn’t eating or pooping and was staying upstairs 24/7. Some timely attention from our Shelter vet Dr. Sally helped turn things around.
Archie has an anxious side (he still thinks the kitchen is not entirely safe, and startles when I come into view suddenly), but he also has laid claim to his share of the couch and my bed. He has a hobby of opening cabinet doors when I’m not around, as well as a fascination with the bathtub (Yin did, too). He is now having pretty regular “zoomies,” pelting around the house at odd moments, and has shown interest in a few toys. He has a great purr, something none of my previous cats had!
I call him “Buddy” pretty often, because he is becoming quite the pal, and “Mister Man” because… I just do. I’m so glad he’s here!”
Archie is a charming 10-year-old gentleman cat who had been the beloved pet of an elderly couple, together with his cat-brother.
But his human friends and his brother passed away one by one until Archie was left alone. There was no family member who could take him in. Archie spent several lonely months in the empty apartment with occasional visits of a caretaker before he came to the Shelter in May.
At first, he seemed depressed, had very low energy and several health issues. But with lots of affectionate cuddles and medical attention he soon perked up, became increasingly healthy and handsome and a favorite of the volunteers.
He particularly touched volunteer Laura who began helping with evening duties at the Shelter in late summer. Laura decided to adopt Archie in December 2022.
On January 7th Laura wrote:
“I started volunteering at the shelter a few months after the peaceful death of my much-loved, 18-year-old little tuxedo cat Yin. I took note of Archie pretty quickly – partly because I have a soft spot for older cats, and partly because I used to have to wait outside for my “tuck-in” partner before I had a password to enter the shelter. And while I waited, I talked to Archie through the front window to the left of the doors. That’s how we first got acquainted.
As time went on, Archie appealed to me because he seemed to be like many older gentlemen – independent, a bit of a curmudgeon, who felt entitled to one-on-one attention and didn’t need to make a drama queen of himself to get it. He was quietly assertive and had a certain dignity that I respected.
I finally brought Archie home with me (I was tired of coming home to an empty house, and Archie needed a place to live). It has been a gradual adjustment for him. For a while he really wasn’t eating or pooping and was staying upstairs 24/7. Some timely attention from our Shelter vet Dr. Sally helped turn things around.
Archie has an anxious side (he still thinks the kitchen is not entirely safe, and startles when I come into view suddenly), but he also has laid claim to his share of the couch and my bed. He has a hobby of opening cabinet doors when I’m not around, as well as a fascination with the bathtub (Yin did, too). He is now having pretty regular “zoomies,” pelting around the house at odd moments, and has shown interest in a few toys. He has a great purr, something none of my previous cats had!
I call him “Buddy” pretty often, because he is becoming quite the pal, and “Mister Man” because… I just do. I’m so glad he’s here!”
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Nash and Penny - Adopted in November 2022
Black-and-white Nash and fluffy Penny were rescued under a porch in Cabot, Vt, together with their brother Georgie.
They were very shy at first, little Nash in particular, and they took comfort in each other's presence. But once they moved in with their foster mom Deanna, who runs a pet grooming business, they started to feel more and more at ease.
With Penny's special looks, KAS got several requests for adoption on her own. But we wouldn't have separated them. Nash would have felt very scared and lonely without his protective sister.
At Deanna's doggie day care they soon caught the eye of Jennifer from West Burke who longed to add some young playful energy to her pet family. Her two large gentle dogs could use a little perk, and she had a big beautiful sunlit house to offer: a heavenly playground for any kitten!
She decided at once to adopt Nash and Penny.
After taking them home, Jennifer reported: "Penny and Nash are doing really well. They are exploring the house, cuddling on the couch with me, and are very comfortable around the dogs. Their eating schedule is in place. Nash has the best purr. Penny is funny. She has found a perfect hiding spot in the folds of a blanket."
Thank you, Jennifer! They both have found their perfect, loving home.
Black-and-white Nash and fluffy Penny were rescued under a porch in Cabot, Vt, together with their brother Georgie.
They were very shy at first, little Nash in particular, and they took comfort in each other's presence. But once they moved in with their foster mom Deanna, who runs a pet grooming business, they started to feel more and more at ease.
With Penny's special looks, KAS got several requests for adoption on her own. But we wouldn't have separated them. Nash would have felt very scared and lonely without his protective sister.
At Deanna's doggie day care they soon caught the eye of Jennifer from West Burke who longed to add some young playful energy to her pet family. Her two large gentle dogs could use a little perk, and she had a big beautiful sunlit house to offer: a heavenly playground for any kitten!
She decided at once to adopt Nash and Penny.
After taking them home, Jennifer reported: "Penny and Nash are doing really well. They are exploring the house, cuddling on the couch with me, and are very comfortable around the dogs. Their eating schedule is in place. Nash has the best purr. Penny is funny. She has found a perfect hiding spot in the folds of a blanket."
Thank you, Jennifer! They both have found their perfect, loving home.
Katsura - Adopted in November 2022
Katsura arrived at the Shelter with a large group of semi-feral cats. They had been abandoned in a run-down house in a neighboring town for several months in the middle of last winter.
At first, Katsura was one of the kitties that seemed more inapproachable than others. She would hiss and growl when people came close to her cat condo. She was very scared in her quarantine cage.
But when she was moved into a spacious colony room together with one of her sisters, she turned out to be quite sweet and cautiously interested in making friends with her caretakers.
Over time she became super friendly and the star of the Shelter! She would run to greet people at the door. She loved pets, and eventually she even dared to sit on a lap. She was very sisterly with all the other Shelter cats and had just the right way to approach a newcomer. She was friendly and welcoming without being too much in a new cat's face. They all trusted Katsura quickly and felt at ease around her.
With such excellent social skills, she became the perfect assistant in working with two very shy cats: Amahl and Geraldine. She befriended them and encouraged them to come out of hiding. With Katsura's help both cats made great progress in being more confident and trusting around humans.
After doing such a great job Katsura got the biggest reward: She went to her forever home with Jill, one of our volunteers. Jill and her partner Rita felt that they won the lottery!
The last hurdle for them would be to introduce their resident cat Fannie to the idea of a new roomie. They knew that it could take a while; but if anybody could convince Fannie to new cat-company, it would be Katsura!
On November 30th Jill wrote:
"We are moving along, slowly but surely, with Katsura's intro to Fannie. They are looking at each other often through a 2-inch gap in the door, and we are letting Katsura out into the main part of the house for an hour or so every day (this will increase), with Fannie closed off in her own room. Every now and then Fannie will let off a little hiss, so I don't think she is quite there yet, as far as meeting face to face is concerned.
We spend a lot of time with Katsura in her room, playing and petting and lots of treats. She is gaining in her confidence daily, and we really enjoy having her here. We look forward to getting her out into the house full time!"
Katsura arrived at the Shelter with a large group of semi-feral cats. They had been abandoned in a run-down house in a neighboring town for several months in the middle of last winter.
At first, Katsura was one of the kitties that seemed more inapproachable than others. She would hiss and growl when people came close to her cat condo. She was very scared in her quarantine cage.
But when she was moved into a spacious colony room together with one of her sisters, she turned out to be quite sweet and cautiously interested in making friends with her caretakers.
Over time she became super friendly and the star of the Shelter! She would run to greet people at the door. She loved pets, and eventually she even dared to sit on a lap. She was very sisterly with all the other Shelter cats and had just the right way to approach a newcomer. She was friendly and welcoming without being too much in a new cat's face. They all trusted Katsura quickly and felt at ease around her.
With such excellent social skills, she became the perfect assistant in working with two very shy cats: Amahl and Geraldine. She befriended them and encouraged them to come out of hiding. With Katsura's help both cats made great progress in being more confident and trusting around humans.
After doing such a great job Katsura got the biggest reward: She went to her forever home with Jill, one of our volunteers. Jill and her partner Rita felt that they won the lottery!
The last hurdle for them would be to introduce their resident cat Fannie to the idea of a new roomie. They knew that it could take a while; but if anybody could convince Fannie to new cat-company, it would be Katsura!
On November 30th Jill wrote:
"We are moving along, slowly but surely, with Katsura's intro to Fannie. They are looking at each other often through a 2-inch gap in the door, and we are letting Katsura out into the main part of the house for an hour or so every day (this will increase), with Fannie closed off in her own room. Every now and then Fannie will let off a little hiss, so I don't think she is quite there yet, as far as meeting face to face is concerned.
We spend a lot of time with Katsura in her room, playing and petting and lots of treats. She is gaining in her confidence daily, and we really enjoy having her here. We look forward to getting her out into the house full time!"
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
Nyx - Adopted in October 2022
In early summer a very pretty young calico cat was discovered in a garage of an elderly person. Nobody seemed to miss her and she soon found a foster home with Michelle in Cabot, who named her Nyx.
Nyx was such a sweet-natured and lovable kitty. She pulled on Michelle's heart strings right from the start. Shy little Nyx did want to make friends with Michelle's two- and four-legged family. She was welcomed by the giant dogs and humans of the household but not so much by the resident cats who had the last say.
Therefore, Nyx had to stay in Michelle's basement for the summer where she made herself quite comfortable. A couch was moved there so that Michelle could spend quality time with her foster kitty.
Usually, summer is a season when adoption rates are low. Few people want to invite a new furry family member to their home while being out and about or traveling.
As time went by Michelle became secretly worried that Nyx might actually find a new place other than hers. Early in October a potential adopter showed up, but decided on a different cat.
Afterwards Michelle wrote: "I was really sad when I thought Nyx might be adopted out. She really is a great cat and she is well on her way to winning everyone over here. She is patient and persistent all at once.
Michelle moved quickly then to make Nyx her own and made another attempt to integrate her fully into the household. Fortunately, by this time the senior cats had calmed down about the gentle intruder and everybody welcomed Nyx into the home to stay forever.
On October 17th Michelle wrote:
"Nyx has already won all cats and dogs over- she is just a real calm and patient girl.
I guess I am not great at fostering...."
Way to go, Michelle!
We love our "foster failures" 😻
In early summer a very pretty young calico cat was discovered in a garage of an elderly person. Nobody seemed to miss her and she soon found a foster home with Michelle in Cabot, who named her Nyx.
Nyx was such a sweet-natured and lovable kitty. She pulled on Michelle's heart strings right from the start. Shy little Nyx did want to make friends with Michelle's two- and four-legged family. She was welcomed by the giant dogs and humans of the household but not so much by the resident cats who had the last say.
Therefore, Nyx had to stay in Michelle's basement for the summer where she made herself quite comfortable. A couch was moved there so that Michelle could spend quality time with her foster kitty.
Usually, summer is a season when adoption rates are low. Few people want to invite a new furry family member to their home while being out and about or traveling.
As time went by Michelle became secretly worried that Nyx might actually find a new place other than hers. Early in October a potential adopter showed up, but decided on a different cat.
Afterwards Michelle wrote: "I was really sad when I thought Nyx might be adopted out. She really is a great cat and she is well on her way to winning everyone over here. She is patient and persistent all at once.
Michelle moved quickly then to make Nyx her own and made another attempt to integrate her fully into the household. Fortunately, by this time the senior cats had calmed down about the gentle intruder and everybody welcomed Nyx into the home to stay forever.
On October 17th Michelle wrote:
"Nyx has already won all cats and dogs over- she is just a real calm and patient girl.
I guess I am not great at fostering...."
Way to go, Michelle!
We love our "foster failures" 😻
Carter - Adopted in October 2022
Sweet 8-year-old Carter was surrendered with great sadness by his person who had to move into senior housing and couldn't find a place that would accept a cat. Both of them were heartbroken about the separation.
Being a very sensitive, affectionate and loyal cat, Carter became quite depressed. He was hiding and wouldn't eat during his first weeks at the Shelter. He was housed in a comfortable room on his own where his caretakers could shower him with love and attention. He also received medication to lift his mood and appetite.
Over the weeks Carter's spirits improved little by little, but it was clear that the only medicine that would make him well again would be a proper home with his own human to bond with.
During Saturday visitor hours at the Shelter, a family from Peacham discovered Carter in his quiet back-room. Laura, Stan and their young adult son Sunny were moved by Carter's calm and angelic demeanor. They had a history of taking in cats who were troubled or had special needs.
Soon afterwards, Carter moved to Peacham and started his residence in Sunny's bedroom.
Carter was thrilled to have his new family doting on him. But he took his time to make sure everything was safe in his unknown environment, switching between cuddle sessions on the bed and hiding underneath. He steadily gained confidence in venturing out though...
On November 2nd Laura wrote:
"Carter is definitely making progress toward being more comfortable here!
He still hides a lot during the daytime, but he is coming out more and more often. At night, he explores the house quite freely, plays with toys, uses the box, and eats heartily. We feel that, given time, he will move about freely in the daytime as well. In fact, Carter just now came out from under the bed and walked past me to go get something to eat. He seemed calm and relaxed.
Sometimes in the evenings, we bring him downstairs to the living room to hang out with us while we watch TV. He has definitely bonded with Sunny and spends part of every night sleeping with him. He will purr up a storm for him.
Attached are pictures Sunny took of Carter enjoying petting time.
We think that Carter just needs a little more time to fully settle in, but he'll get there. We feel lucky to have him!"
Sweet 8-year-old Carter was surrendered with great sadness by his person who had to move into senior housing and couldn't find a place that would accept a cat. Both of them were heartbroken about the separation.
Being a very sensitive, affectionate and loyal cat, Carter became quite depressed. He was hiding and wouldn't eat during his first weeks at the Shelter. He was housed in a comfortable room on his own where his caretakers could shower him with love and attention. He also received medication to lift his mood and appetite.
Over the weeks Carter's spirits improved little by little, but it was clear that the only medicine that would make him well again would be a proper home with his own human to bond with.
During Saturday visitor hours at the Shelter, a family from Peacham discovered Carter in his quiet back-room. Laura, Stan and their young adult son Sunny were moved by Carter's calm and angelic demeanor. They had a history of taking in cats who were troubled or had special needs.
Soon afterwards, Carter moved to Peacham and started his residence in Sunny's bedroom.
Carter was thrilled to have his new family doting on him. But he took his time to make sure everything was safe in his unknown environment, switching between cuddle sessions on the bed and hiding underneath. He steadily gained confidence in venturing out though...
On November 2nd Laura wrote:
"Carter is definitely making progress toward being more comfortable here!
He still hides a lot during the daytime, but he is coming out more and more often. At night, he explores the house quite freely, plays with toys, uses the box, and eats heartily. We feel that, given time, he will move about freely in the daytime as well. In fact, Carter just now came out from under the bed and walked past me to go get something to eat. He seemed calm and relaxed.
Sometimes in the evenings, we bring him downstairs to the living room to hang out with us while we watch TV. He has definitely bonded with Sunny and spends part of every night sleeping with him. He will purr up a storm for him.
Attached are pictures Sunny took of Carter enjoying petting time.
We think that Carter just needs a little more time to fully settle in, but he'll get there. We feel lucky to have him!"
Moana - Adopted in October 2022
Moana is a friendly, fluffy and sensitive black kitty with a precious fur collar of grey tufts around her neck.
Three years ago, when she was a kitten, she was adopted from KAS after being rescued from a barn. But Moana had become very nervous in her first home. She was frightened by lots of noises and guests in her very active family, and then there was a new puppy to get away from. She was finally surrendered back to the Shelter so that she could find a quieter home where she would feel safe and happy.
Mitch, a retired gentleman from St. Johnsbury had recently lost his beloved cat of 15 years and was looking for another feline housemate to keep him company. He had a lot to offer to a cat: her own house, round-a-clock service and warm friendship.
Mitch and Moana hit it off at their first meeting at the Shelter and Moana moved in with him on October 29th.
Next day, Mitch's adoption counselor Nancy wrote:
"Moana (now Molly) went home yesterday with Mitch from St. Johnsbury. I called Mitch just to check in and see how the first day is going. Mitch sounded so happy, I could hear the smile in his voice.
Molly hid under the couch for the first hour or so, then began to explore a bit.
He reported that Molly is a "keeper", she is wonderful, she is purring and kneading, she has sat next to him on the couch, she has eaten (a lot) and used the litter box. Mitch is amazed by her and thinks she is just wonderful. Molly has discovered the bay window and Mitch thinks that this window will be a favorite spot for Molly. So very sweet!"
Tyler - Adopted in September 2022
Tyler just melts your heart. He is a sweet, somewhat shy, caramel tabby, a four year old stray, who was living on his own down on Bay St. in St. Johnsbury. He had all sorts of wounds, is blind in one eye, is FIV+, had some strange parasitic worms and bacteria unusual for a cat. One bacteria had caused some kidney damage.. The building he was living in was slated to be torn down. So a good Samaritan who had been tending to Tyler trapped him, and brought him to us. We are forever grateful.
Tyler just melts your heart. He is a sweet, somewhat shy, caramel tabby, a four year old stray, who was living on his own down on Bay St. in St. Johnsbury. He had all sorts of wounds, is blind in one eye, is FIV+, had some strange parasitic worms and bacteria unusual for a cat. One bacteria had caused some kidney damage.. The building he was living in was slated to be torn down. So a good Samaritan who had been tending to Tyler trapped him, and brought him to us. We are forever grateful.
This sweet boy has now found his forever home. Here is what Jo of Lyndonville writes:
"'Everything that you need will happen at the right time and on time.' I live by the saying...and Tyler is proof. After losing my cat last December, I was just beside myself. At the end of August, I started to look for a cat. I went on the Kingdom Animal Shelter website, and saw Tyler and fell in love with him. Helen explained that Tyler had had a hard life on the streets of St. Johnsbury. He had some health issues that would need attention. I went to meet him shortly after talking with Helen. He was sweet and mellow, a perfect match for him and me, I thought. He is now at home with me and we couldn't be happier. Thank you everyone for your support in getting him."
And we could not be happier for Jo and Tyler. It was meant to be.
"'Everything that you need will happen at the right time and on time.' I live by the saying...and Tyler is proof. After losing my cat last December, I was just beside myself. At the end of August, I started to look for a cat. I went on the Kingdom Animal Shelter website, and saw Tyler and fell in love with him. Helen explained that Tyler had had a hard life on the streets of St. Johnsbury. He had some health issues that would need attention. I went to meet him shortly after talking with Helen. He was sweet and mellow, a perfect match for him and me, I thought. He is now at home with me and we couldn't be happier. Thank you everyone for your support in getting him."
And we could not be happier for Jo and Tyler. It was meant to be.
Flynn - Adopted in August 2022
Mr. Flynn, as he is now known, is a wonderfully gentle, sweet tabby boy who was surrendered as a stray on July 19 to Kingdom Animal Shelter. He was visited by Sandy at the Shelter and she immediately fell totally in love with him. He went home on August 24.
Here is what Sandy writes of this perfect addition to their family:
"We adopted little Mr. Flynn from the Kingdom Animal Shelter on 8/24/2022. I first met him on the website for the shelter. He immediately tugged at my heart. I made an appointment to meet him and complete the adoption application!
When I visited the shelter, I was so impressed with the facility and staff. The care of all resident cats was exceptional. Every cat felt loved and cared for. When I met Mr. Flynn in person, I knew I had to take him home to his forever family.
He has been here about two weeks and fits right in! He loves to be with people following me around as I do my household activities, sits in my lap when I am reading or rug hooking (which sometimes makes it very difficult to focus on anything other than the cat).
We have a two-year-old Golden Retriever, Ruby, who loves cats. Mr. Flynn is not so sure. He doesn’t mind being near her, just isn’t ready to play yet!
He is a wonderful addition to our family."
Mr. Flynn, as he is now known, is a wonderfully gentle, sweet tabby boy who was surrendered as a stray on July 19 to Kingdom Animal Shelter. He was visited by Sandy at the Shelter and she immediately fell totally in love with him. He went home on August 24.
Here is what Sandy writes of this perfect addition to their family:
"We adopted little Mr. Flynn from the Kingdom Animal Shelter on 8/24/2022. I first met him on the website for the shelter. He immediately tugged at my heart. I made an appointment to meet him and complete the adoption application!
When I visited the shelter, I was so impressed with the facility and staff. The care of all resident cats was exceptional. Every cat felt loved and cared for. When I met Mr. Flynn in person, I knew I had to take him home to his forever family.
He has been here about two weeks and fits right in! He loves to be with people following me around as I do my household activities, sits in my lap when I am reading or rug hooking (which sometimes makes it very difficult to focus on anything other than the cat).
We have a two-year-old Golden Retriever, Ruby, who loves cats. Mr. Flynn is not so sure. He doesn’t mind being near her, just isn’t ready to play yet!
He is a wonderful addition to our family."
Katarina - Adopted in August 2022
Young Katarina had been a beloved pet during the pandemic. She wasn’t spayed, but lively and adventurous, and so she gave birth to several litters within two years!
By the time that Katarina and her wonderful offspring were surrendered to the Shelter, she seemed tired of being surrounded by her rambunctious youngsters. She gratefully retreated into her own private space, set her boundaries, and enjoyed affections only from her human caretakers. Her sleek beauty caught the eye of several potential adopters, but Katarina had her own opinions. She was not very interested in a young girl, who soon went home with Katarina’s son Thor instead; those two became best buddies. Month after month Katarina kept gazing out her window, quiet, friendly and a bit aloof, waiting for her turn.
Maria from Graniteville had been looking for a kitty for a while. Up to this point she had been taking care of family cats that were handed down or passed on to her. This time she wanted to pick her own best friend. She saw Katarina online and made up her mind. When Maria and her husband Jim first visited the Shelter, Katarina took one look at Maria and was in her lap in the blink of an eye. She was very affectionate with the couple, and it was obvious that the lady and the lady cat had found each other! During the week that the adoption was processed, Katarina was so excited and happy. She really seemed to know that she was going home soon.
Maria and Jim picked her up on August 17th. The next day Maria said "Katarina was shy at first but was soon completely comfortable. She is very lovable. She slept in my bed, on top of me. I am so thankful I found her."
Later, Maria spoke at length with her adoption counselor Nancy who said that Katarina was doing very well. Nancy reported: “When Katarina first went home, she stayed in the bedroom as her safe room for about two days and since then has been comfortable roaming the house. Katarina did join a young dog in the house and the dog Nala is very respectful of Katarina's space. Katarina will hiss if Nala gets too close, but they are doing fine together and hang out close by to each other.
Katarina is very, very friendly with everyone. Maria had a young grandchild visit and the child picked up Katarina who was very comfortable and sweet with the child. Katarina is very gentle and loving with Maria and more playful with her husband.
Maria said she is so happy with Katarina and feels that Katarina is very happy at her new home.