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Danger

Birman

Male, Young
Everett, MA
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Good with kids, Good with cats, House-trained,
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Canela (tortie) and Danger (white) are siblings who have grown up together share a beautiful bond. They’ve never been separated and would love to stay together if possible but the most important thing is that they both find a loving, caring home. Danger is the perfect mix of calm and silly. He loves being around his family and could spend hours looking out the window, taking in the world. He has a big personality sometimes a little petty in an adorable way but always gentle
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Mandela and Olga

Domestic Mediumhair

Male, Senior
Malden, MA
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Good with kids, Not good with dogs, Not good with cats, House-trained, Spayed or Neutered,
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Trying to rehome both cats together. The boy is called Mandela and he’s all black while the girl, Olga, is orange (super rare!). He’s a super sweet and friendly cat, and loves to stay on the lap. He lets you do whatever you want with him. He’s somehow vocal and needy, always asking for some love. He loves to scratch cardboard boxes. She’s super cute and somehow more reserved. She loves to be pet and chew plastic. Not vocal neither demanding. They’re both 12yo and Brazilians! He was rescued in the most famous carnival venue (sambódromo) in São Paulo when was ~3mo. Olga was severely sick when we adopted her and developed some kind of dwarfism. She’s tiny and suuuuper cute! They’re with us since 2013 and have been moving around from Brazil to Portugal and finally to the US. We recently had 2 kids and unfortunately we can no longer give them all the love they need and deserve. They’re both healthy and never had any health problems. Both are sterilized and microchipped.
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Kitty

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Kitten
Boston, MA
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, House-trained,
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Kitten for sale!
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Neeko

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Somerville, MA
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House-trained, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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To adopt this cat from Black Cat Rescue, please fill out a profile https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston Neeko is a 2 year female cat with a lot of personality. Here’s what her foster volunteers say about her: How would you describe the cat's general personality? Neeko is a: intelligent, social, independent, Feisty, black cat!   Does the cat enjoy being pet? Neeko enjoys being pet on her terms   If yes, on what parts of its body does the cat like to be pet? Under the chin and on top of the head   Are there any parts of its body that the cat does NOT like being touched? Anywhere that is not on top of the head or under the chin is off limits   Does the cat come on your lap? No   Does the cat like to be held? No   Does the cat sleep in your bed? No   Does the cat seek your attention? Yes! She’s an attention seeker and will rub up against your legs while you’re standing or walking around and sit very very closely incase there’s any food that needs to be cleaned up or toys that need to be hunted!   Does the cat like to play? Neeko LOVES to play she has endless energy!   What are the cat's favorite games and toys? She loves all things toys, -Feather on a stick -Toys that crinkle /have catnip mini mouse toys Self started balls with a string in the end Scratch boards (make sure to have a few through the house)   How vocal is the cat? Not very vocal   What kinds of sounds does the cat make? Neeko is not big into purring or meowing we’ve never heard her purr and a meow pops up every so often but we rarely ever hear her!   Does the cat scratch a scratcher? She does not scratch the scratch board. Although she does have 4 of them. Neeko is a cat that needs a low stress area due to her getting overstimulated in certain situations. We’ve found that scratch boards create a low stress environment for her to sit on-top of to calm down. We have a few placed next to each other in our apartment living room that she utilizes and it’s really helped give her a space that she feels is uniquely her own.   Does the cat always use the litter box? She’s very good with the litter box.   What food and frequency is the cat currently eating? Fancy feast wet food   Is the cat picky about food? No!   What is the cat's favorite treat? Anything! She loves salmon treats of any form and loves her churu’s   Does the cat ever swat (claws in) at you? If so, under what circumstances? Yes, Neeko is not fully used to the idea of being pet / picked up. Therefor when we try it’s usually disputed with a swat (claws in)   Has the cat ever scratched (claws out) you? Yes   Does the cat ever nip (teeth without breaking skin) you? Yes   Has the cat ever bitten you (breaking skin)? Yes     To the best of your knowledge, how does the cat react to new people? Social? Fearful? She’s very social Neeko loves being around others and will smother you with her classic leg rubs!   If you have observed the cat with other animals, please describe how they get on? No I do not know that she would like that.   Does that cat have any cute/quirky traits that aren’t covered by the previous questions? Ugh. So many. Neeko has to be one of the cutest cats I’ve ever laid eyes on. From the way she sits backwards to listen to what you have to say. To the little white hairs that poke out of her silky black fur we adore her and her huge personality. While playing, look out for her “helicopter spin” you truly can’t miss it. As vulnerable as she sounds she’s not afraid to be near you and be exposed! Miss Neeko likes to lay belly up In the middle of the room, exposing her beautiful and unique white spots all over her underside. She also is very welcoming every-time we come home with a quick but necessary “leg scan” where she rubs intensely against your legs getting all the textures and smells she can possibly capture in the moment before letting you more forward into the room. She also has a little grey patch of hair under her bottom lip that makes it look like she has her mouth open 100% of the time! It’s adorable.  Last but not least you can’t possibly say no to those big beautiful eyes!   In your opinion, what is the best thing about the cat? Why should an adopter choose THIS cat to adopt? Neeko is overflowing with personality, playfulness, love and adventure she will need a very low stress environment to thrive, with caretakers who will accept her past and continue to work with her to give her the life she deserves. The best part about fostering her is seeing the progress in real time! With the right amount of work, persistence & grace Neeko will thrive forever in the right environment with a caretaker that has time and patience for her sweet soul.       What are the cat's challenges and how have you found to best manage them?   Neeko’s challenges are: -not being able to fully trust hands or feet which leads to the issues of being pet or picked up. -Food. She will break into any bag or container of food that is left out even if you think it’s sealed. Think again! -eye contact she will sit very close to you and stare at you until you look which leads to some uncomfortable moment as eye contact is very intense for cats (don’t look) - scratching baseboards and frame of doors   As far as managing these few things, medication has helped a ton, Neeko is on Prozac and gabapentin to help calm her down and regulate her nervous system. We noticed a HUGE difference seeing her unmedicated vs medicated. Another big thing is understanding how cat body language works. From the smallest things like her eyes dilating to bigger signs like a puffy tail and a growl Neeko’s done it all! if you pay attention you can catch this behavior before it goes south. To de-escalate these situations things such as toys help (keeping a basket of toys in corner of the room helps us redirect that behavior).   Neeko’s extremely food motivated, when she gets a little feisty we find that playing with her and offering her treats directly after really helps show her that good behavior is always rewarded! Giving no reaction & dropping what you’re doing to walking away into another room in a time where she is swatting, biting, or stalking us around the house has helped us a-lot so she doesn’t confused us with toys and doesn’t get the gratification of “play” when she tries to “play” with our hands and feet. This also shows her that “bad” behavior is not tolerate and not rewarded this last bit has been the biggest saving grace of them all. To learn more about adopting this cat in Massachusetts, please visit www.blackcatrescue.com or fill out an Adoption Profile at https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston.  October 5, 2025, 1:09 pm
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Midnight

Domestic Shorthair

Female, Young
Somerville, MA
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Good with kids, Good with dogs, Good with cats, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered, Shots are up-to-date,
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To adopt this cat from Black Cat Rescue, please fill out a profile https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston Midnight is a sweet, playful, and affectionate 5-year-old cat who has been through an incredible journey of resilience. After surviving a dog attack that left her with nerve damage and incontinence, she has adapted beautifully with the love and care of her foster family. Her tail had to be amputated, and she now wears a diaper that is changed several times a day, along with a few diaper-free breaks. While she does need some extra care, her condition is manageable (Midnight has learned to thrive in her routine) and she's ready to bring her joy and companionship into a forever home. What makes Midnight so special is her wonderful personality. She is a friendly and social cat who bonds quickly with people—even on the first day she met her foster family, she jumped into their laps and gave kisses. She loves being petted on her cheeks, head, and belly, and happily curls up in laps many times a day. Though she isn’t fond of being held, she adores closeness and even tries to sleep in bed with her humans. Midnight is also very playful and clever; she loves toys, especially chasing and gathering them all together, and she makes her needs known with a soft, sweet voice. Her silly “supergirl” sleeping pose—stretching her legs straight behind her—never fails to make her foster family laugh. Midnight isn’t just loving with people—she even enjoys the company of dogs and gets along well with other pets, making her a great fit for an animal-loving household. She’s a little picky with food, preferring salmon and pate flavors, and she absolutely can’t resist Churu treats. While her incontinence means she doesn’t use the litter box, she has adjusted beautifully to wearing diapers and continues to be gentle, affectionate, and easy to love. Midnight truly has the heart of a survivor and the spirit of a best friend. She is affectionate, loyal, and fun, with endless love to share. All she needs is a family who is willing to look past her challenges and see the amazing, one-of-a-kind companion she is. By opening your heart and home to Midnight, you won’t just be adopting a cat—you’ll be giving a brave and wonderful soul the happy ending she deserves. To learn more about adopting this cat in Massachusetts, please visit www.blackcatrescue.com or fill out an Adoption Profile at https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston.  September 17, 2025, 3:40 pm
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Patchouli

Domestic Shorthair

Male, Senior
Somerville, MA
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Good with cats, Needs special attention, Spayed or Neutered,
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To adopt this cat from Black Cat Rescue, please fill out a profile https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston Patchouli is social a 10 year old senior male cat who has diabetes. Here’s what his foster volunteer says about him: How would you describe the cat's general personality? Patchouli is a gentle, affectionate cat who loves attention, food, and pets. He has a huge sense of curiosity and enjoys spending time wherever the humans are. Although he is diabetic, it doesn’t stop him from living life to the fullest. He happily chases green worm toys, begs for freeze-dried fish, and greets you at the door every day when you come home. Does the cat enjoy being pet? Yes, Patchouli LOVES being petted. He’s often the first to come over asking chirping asking for pets and attention, and if you hold out your hand, he’ll walk right up and rub his head against it for pets. If yes, on what parts of its body does the cat like to be pet? He likes being pet around his head the most, including the top of his head, chin and cheeks. Are there any parts of its body that the cat does NOT like being touched? He doesn’t particularly like to be touched on his stomach, his paws, and his tail, which is pretty typical for a cat. Does the cat come on your lap? I’ve only seen him climb onto my lap as a way to get to other places, but I’ve tried holding him on my lap before. He’ll tolerate it for a short moment and then jump off. Does the cat like to be held? Patchouli doesn’t enjoy being held for too long. He will let me hold him for long enough for me to move him around, but he will start struggling after about 10 seconds. Does the cat sleep in your bed? Yes. Patchouli comes to sleep in my bed every single night. He likes to stay wherever his humans are. He’ll nap in the living room when I’m there, and will follow me to bed to sleep through the night. Does the cat seek your attention? Yes, Patchouli often seeks out my attention. He’s such a sweet boy who loves people and affection. When I come home, he’ll wake up from his nap and greet me at the door, chirping hello and asking for attention. Throughout the day, he’ll come over and meow for treats, playtime, or pets. He is also very curious of the activities you are engaged in, and will often meow to ask to sniff various objects you are holding. Does the cat like to play?  What are the cat's favorite games and toys? Patchouli is a happy and active cat, and loves playtime. He enjoys chasing mouse toys, kicking his catnip-scented stuffed banana, and hunting the little green worms on a wand toy. When he wants to play, he’ll come over and meow for attention, then walk to his toys and start dragging the wand around to let you know it’s playtime. How vocal is the cat? Patchouli is a pretty vocal cat, and he uses vocalization to express a lot of his mood and needs. What kinds of sounds does the cat make? He mostly makes cute chirps and meows. I have never heard of any aggressive sounds from him. Does the cat scratch a scratcher? Yes, Patchouli loves to scratch the scratcher that is built into the cat tower that I have. He also sometimes scratches fabric furniture. Does the cat always use the litter box? Yes. Patchouli always uses the litter box. The only time he made a mistake on the floor was on his first day adjusting at my home. After learning where his litter box is, he has never made a mistake since. What food and frequency is the cat currently eating? Patchouli currently eats 1.5 cans of 3-oz diabetic wet food (Royal Canin Glycobalance) per meal, with breakfast and dinner at 9 AM and 9 PM alongside his insulin shots. As a snack, he gets about 25 g of Royal Canin Glycobalance dry food, and he also gets a few pieces of freeze-dried chicken or salmon as treats. Is the cat picky about food? I’ve found that Patchouli isn’t particularly too picky about food. He enjoys his current wet food (Royal Canin Glycobalance), as well as other diabetic-friendly brands like Tiki Cat and Wellness. Although he seems to enjoy dry food a little bit more than wet food, he has no problem finishing his wet food meals every day. What is the cat's favorite treat? Patchouli absolutely adores his freeze-dried salmon/chicken treats, as well as an occasional Churu as a “high-value” treat. Does the cat ever swat (claws in) at you? If so, under what circumstances? Never. Has the cat ever scratched (claws out) you? Never Does the cat ever nip (teeth without breaking skin) you? Patchouli is very food motivated and will sometimes nip your hand/arm when he is frustrated that he is not getting all the food/treat he is asking for. Sometimes, he gets very excited about the food that you are eating and might nip your hand to ask for the human food, which he is not allowed to have. He also may nip if he has been petted for a while and gets overstimulated. Has the cat ever bitten you (breaking skin)? Patchouli’s nips may range from very gently to harder nips, but he has never drawn blood. To the best of your knowledge, how does the cat react to new people? Social? Fearful? Patchouli is a very friendly and social cat and will happily interact with new people, beg for their attention, and rub against them to ask for pets. He will also give extra points to people who give him treats! If you have observed the cat with other animals, please describe how they get on? I have not observed Patchouli with other animals, but in a previous home he did well with most other cats. Does that cat have any cute/quirky traits that aren’t covered by the previous questions? Patchouli is always eager to give affection. Whenever he sees a hand reaching toward him, calling him, he never fails to come over and rub against it. He’s also a very curious cat. He loves to follow you around the house and investigate whatever you’re doing. It’s the cutest thing when he tilts his head to the side and watches you closely, trying to figure out what you’re up to. Patchouli is also very intelligent. Thanks to his curious nature, he picks up on associations pretty quickly, and learns that doing one thing will lead to another. In your opinion, what is the best thing about the cat? Why should an adopter choose THIS cat to adopt? If you’re looking to adopt a mature, energetic, and affectionate gentle cat who loves to observe whatever you’re doing and is always eager to spend quality time with you, Patchouli is the perfect match! What are the cat's challenges and how have you found to best manage them? The only challenge Patchouli has is managing his diabetes. He currently receives 3 units of insulin twice a day, about 15 minutes after his meals at around 9 AM and 9 PM. Fortunately, giving him insulin is extremely easy and he has a freestyle libre fitted which makes monitoring his blood glucose levels easier. Patchouli is very cooperative with his shots and clearly understands they come after his mealtime. He stays completely still while I administer them and never protests or flinches.   To learn more about adopting this cat in Massachusetts, please visit www.blackcatrescue.com or fill out an Adoption Profile at https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston.  November 19, 2025, 4:57 pm

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HubCats Chelsea

PO Box 505007, Chelsea, MA 02150

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Animal Umbrella Inc.

320B Charger St., Revere, MA 02151

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Save-A-Heartbeat Kitty Rescue

Revere, MA 02151

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Black Cat Rescue

PO Box 45036, Somerville, MA 02145

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Safe Harbor for Animals

2 Bradley Street, Somerville, MA 02145

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Happy Tails Pet Rescue

Bradley Street, Somerville, MA 02145

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The Massachusetts Progressive Animal Watchdog Society, Inc.

P.O. Box 520136, Winthrop, MA 02152

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Changing Tomorrow Animal Rescue

10492 Lake Vista Cir, Boston, FL 02108

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Animal Rescue League of Boston

10 Chandler Street, Boston, MA 02116

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Alliance For Animals

232 Silver Street, South Boston, MA 02127

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