Kittens and cats in Everett, Massachusetts

To adopt this cat from Black Cat Rescue, please fill out a profile https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston Stevie is a sweet 6 year old female spayed cat, looking for a calm home. Here’s what her foster volunteer says about her: How would you describe the cat's general personality? Stevie is an incredibly soft, gentle cat with a very sweet and shy personality. She is quiet and calm by nature and prefers a peaceful environment. While she may take time to feel comfortable, once she settles in she is affectionate and enjoys being near her person. Does the cat enjoy being pet? Yes, Stevie really enjoys being pet and finds it very comforting. If yes, on what parts of its body does the cat like to be pet? She especially likes being pet on her head and along her back. Gentle, slow pets are her favorite. Are there any parts of its body that the cat does NOT like being touched? She does not like her belly being brushed or touched and can become uncomfortable if that area is handled. Does the cat come on your lap? No, Stevie does not sit on laps. She prefers to stay close without being directly on top of people. Does the cat like to be held? No, she does not enjoy being held and feels safest when all four paws are on the ground. Does the cat sleep in your bed? No, she does not sleep in the bed and prefers to sleep in her own comfortable, quiet spaces. Does the cat seek your attention? Yes, Stevie does seek attention in her own gentle way. She will come over for pets when she feels comfortable and enjoys calm companionship. Does the cat like to play? No, she is not very playful and has a low energy level. What are the cat's favorite games and toys? She does not show much interest in toys or games very often but sometimes she likes to play with the stick toys with strings and ribbons on the end.  How vocal is the cat? Stevie is mildly vocal. She may meow during the day, but not very often or very loudly. What kinds of sounds does the cat make? She primarily meows softly. Does the cat scratch a scratcher? No. If no, please explain. She has a scratching post on her cat tree but does not typically use it. Does the cat always use the litter box? She uses pee pads consistently. If no, please explain. Stevie always uses her pee pads. If there are any accidents, they are usually due to debris getting caught in her long hair rather than a behavioral issue. She does have hairballs on the floor fairly regularly. What food and frequency is the cat currently eating? Stevie eats dry food that is left out for her to snack on throughout the day and is refilled nightly. Is the cat picky about food? She is not picky and eats her regular food well. What is the cat's favorite treat? She sometimes enjoys Churus as well as wet food or cat soup as an occasional treat. Does the cat ever swat (claws in) at you? If so, under what circumstances? No, she has never swatted. Has the cat ever scratched (claws out) you? No. Does the cat ever nip (teeth without breaking skin) you? No. Has the cat ever bitten you (breaking skin)? No. To the best of your knowledge, how does the cat react to new people? Social? Fearful? Stevie is extremely fearful of new people. She is most comfortable when the home is quiet and it is just her and her caregiver present. When others are around, she prefers to keep to herself and should have a quiet, safe space to retreat to. If you have observed the cat with other animals, please describe how they get on? She has not been observed with other animals, so her compatibility with pets is unknown. In your opinion, what is the best thing about the cat? Why should an adopter choose THIS cat to adopt? Stevie is incredibly cute, gentle, and sweet. Once she becomes comfortable, she is a wonderful presence to have around and makes a calm, soothing companion. She would be perfect for someone who appreciates a quiet, affectionate cat. What are the cat's challenges and how have you found to best manage them? Stevie’s biggest challenge is her fear of new people and loud noises, so she needs a quiet, calm home. She also has long fur that is prone to matting and does not like being brushed.   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.  March 7, 2026, 9:02 am

To adopt this cat from Black Cat Rescue, please fill out a profile https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston Gamma (male tabby with stripes), Tau (female, black) and Zeta (male, black and white) are kitten littermates born approximately 12/20/2025. They either need to go home with a sibling or have another energetic pet in the home. Here's what their foster volunteers say about them:   How would you describe the cat's general personality? Gamma: Very friendly little guy who loves pets and lots of attention. Has a BIG purr and isn't afraid to use it to earn him more pets! Tau: She’s a hot ticket! The most independent of the bunch, Tau likes to set the pace of interactions with humans. She loves a belly rub but also has a signature “hiss” when you approach her unexpectedly which is sooooo cute! Zeta: Also very sweet but quite goofy. Likes attention, but prefers to be next to you than on your lap. Strikes the most ridiculous poses. Loves a belly rub. Does the cat enjoy being pet? YES, all five love to be pet. Gamma is so in love with petting he'll climb on his siblings when you're petting them to get pet himself. If yes, on what parts of its body does the cat like to be pet? Everywhere. All enjoy a belly rub – Tau the most so. We've made a lot of effort to rub their paws so that they're used to having them touched.  Are there any parts of its body that the cat does NOT like being touched? Nope! Does the cat come on your lap? Yes, all will climb on our laps when we're sat on the floor. Gamma will climb all over us, including our shoulders. Zeta likes to be next to us on the floor more, but will come on our laps still for attention. Tau likes to climb over our legs pouncing on her siblings’ tails.   Does the cat like to be held? The boys do, especially Gamma. Tau can be easily held when close to the ground, but isn’t so sure if you’re standing up.   Does the cat sleep in your bed? They have not been given the opportunity to do so, as they stay in the kitten room. But I bet they'd like to do so if given half the chance!   Does the cat seek your attention? Yes, yes and more yes! Gamma in particular is quite attention loving, but all enjoy attention. Does the cat like to play? Yes! What are the cat's favorite games and toys? Spring toys are a big favorite, as is romping with each other. They enjoy chasing a wand toy. How vocal is the cat? What kinds of sounds does the cat make? They meow at wet food time (fed twice daily). Otherwise, Gamma and Zeta have loud purrs. Tau does not audibly purr. Does the cat scratch a scratcher? Not yet that we've noticed, but they aren't bad about scratching the furniture either. Since they’re still so little, they sometimes use their claws to jump up into the chair, but not like you would use a scratcher. Does the cat always use the litter box? Yes, never had any accidents. They are all very good at covering up in the litter box. What food and frequency is the cat currently eating? Free feeding dry food (Purina kitten) and twice-daily wet food (Fancy Feast kitten pate). Is the cat picky about food? Not at all - they are very good eaters. What is the cat's favorite treat? Churu! Does the cat ever swat (claws in) at you? If so, under what circumstances? Tau likes to bat at our extended fingers, which is very cute. But none of them swat in an aggressive way. Has the cat ever scratched (claws out) you? Only unintentionally when climbing on us and because they have sharp kitten claws.  Does the cat ever nip (teeth without breaking skin) you? Zeta and Tau can be a bit play-nippy, but we’re trying to train them out of this by redirecting to a toy. Has the cat ever bitten you (breaking skin)? No To the best of your knowledge, how does the cat react to new people? Social? Fearful? We're working with them on this. We’ve only had a couple of visitors so far, and they are getting better at coming out. Gamma has been held by new people, while Tau and Zeta hold back more.    If you have observed the cat with other animals, please describe how they get on? They've met one of our resident cats and that went great. They rubbed noses with him. Zeta was particularly curious about our adult cat. Does the cat have any cute/quirky traits that aren’t covered by the previous questions? Tau: Loves to pounce on other kittens' tails. It's really cute! Zeta: Sometimes falls off our laps because he has no sense of his personal space and strikes the silliest of poses. Gamma: Likes to supervise the preparation of breakfast and dinner CLOSELY.  In your opinion, what is the best thing about the cat? Why should an adopter choose THIS cat to adopt? They are a great group of sweet kittens. They've been remarkably tidy and are very loving/sweet kittens. It’s been so special watching them discover toys and learn to play, and discover how much they enjoy petting! What are the cat's challenges and how have you found to best manage them? They came to us from outside, where they were living under someone's house in snowy conditions. We've focused on socializing them - Gamma set the pace, Zeta trotted right along, and now Tau has found the joy of cuddles. Showing them love, affection and giving churu really helped to bring them out of their shells. They are still cautious of new things/experiences, so we keep exposing them to new things systematically, which is working well.   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.  March 14, 2026, 11:11 am

To adopt this cat from Black Cat Rescue, please fill out a profile https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston Plaza is a shy gray female cat, estimated to be around 4 years old. She needs to go to a home with another friendly cat, or to be adopted with Myers. Here’s what her foster volunteers say about her: How would you describe the cat's general personality? Plaza is very comfortable with other cats but remains fearful of people. She is social with cats who reciprocate but has not shown much comfort with human interaction.   Does the cat enjoy being pet? No.   If yes, on what parts of its body does the cat like to be pet? N/A   Are there any parts of its body that the cat does NOT like being touched? She generally does not tolerate petting and will try to move away.   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? No. She primarily seeks interaction with other cats.   Does the cat like to play? Yes, occasionally.   What are the cat's favorite games and toys? She has stomped and played briefly with an electric toy and enjoys chasing a laser pointer.   How vocal is the cat? Very quiet.   What kinds of sounds does the cat make? She makes soft, happy greeting noises to other cats when initiating rubs.   Does the cat scratch a scratcher? Not clearly observed yet.   If no, please explain. N/A   Does the cat always use the litter box? Yes.   If no, please explain. N/A   What food and frequency is the cat currently eating? She eats wet food, dry food, and Churu.   Is the cat picky about food? She is not particularly food motivated and will sometimes let food sit before eating it.   What is the cat's favorite treat? Greenies. At this point greenies are the surest way for us to get Plaza to come near.   Does the cat ever swat (claws in) at you? If so, under what circumstances? Yes, when we try to pet her.   Has the cat ever scratched (claws out) you? Yes. She has given mild scratches to ward us off when we push her boundaries, such as when she is cornered while hiding in a box.   Does the cat ever nip (teeth without breaking skin) you? No.   Has the cat ever bitten you (breaking skin)? No.   To the best of your knowledge, how does the cat react to new people? Social? Fearful? Fearful of people.   If you have observed the cat with other animals, please describe how they get on? Plaza is very friendly with other cats who reciprocate and regularly greets them with rubbing and social behavior.   Does that cat have any cute/quirky traits that aren’t covered by the previous questions? She greets other cats with little happy sounds before rubbing against them over and over.   In your opinion, what is the best thing about the cat? Why should an adopter choose THIS cat to adopt? Plaza is extremely cat&#226&#128&#145social and clearly enjoys living with other friendly cats.   What are the cat's challenges and how have you found to best manage them? She remains fearful of people and does not currently tolerate petting. She would likely do best in a home with other friendly cats and adopters who are interested in continuing patient socialization work.   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.  March 16, 2026, 3:57 pm

To adopt this cat from Black Cat Rescue, please fill out a profile https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston Myers is a 4 year old male cat who has had a tough start. He was the only survivor of his litter, who were attacked by coyotes and got his tail. He was formerly an indoor cat, but lost trust of humans when he was neutered. He needs a feline companion, either an already adopted cat or to be adopted with Plaza.   How would you describe the cat's general personality? Myers is an extremely fearful cat around people. When touched he often freezes or shivers and may bolt away if he has the chance. He only reliably comes out when other cats are around and is much more comfortable in their presence. Without other cats nearby he tends to remain hidden.   Does the cat enjoy being pet? Yes, but only after his fear wears off. After a minute of pets, he will often start purring and lean into the pets and even rub his nose on your hand.   If yes, on what parts of its body does the cat like to be pet? Once he relaxes he enjoys full body pets and head pets. He doesn't like head pets until he's started to relax, preferring shoulder/spine pets at first.   Are there any parts of its body that the cat does NOT like being touched? Initial touch is very frightening for him and he may freeze, shiver, or try to escape. But he has never swatted.   Does the cat come on your lap? No.   Does the cat like to be held? No. If picked up he will struggle and bolt away as powerfully as possible.   Does the cat sleep in your bed? No.   Does the cat seek your attention? No. He prefers to hide or observe from a distance and has not become particularly socialized to people.   Does the cat like to play? Occasionally, mostly at night.   What are the cat's favorite games and toys? He has played with a laser pointer and will sometimes roam and jump around a bit at night.   How vocal is the cat? Usually quiet.   What kinds of sounds does the cat make? When completely alone he sometimes makes an adorably high&#226&#128&#145pitched squeak.   Does the cat scratch a scratcher? Not clearly observed yet.   If no, please explain. N/A   Does the cat always use the litter box? Yes, although if he gets super scared (like at the vet), he will pee before bolting.   If no, please explain. N/A   What food and frequency is the cat currently eating? He eats wet food, dry food, Greenies, and loves Churu treats.   Is the cat picky about food? He is a slow eater and will sometimes wait a long time before eating, occasionally letting food sit for much of the day.   What is the cat's favorite treat? Churu (do NOT leave it unattended where he can reach, he will eat it including the wrapper, which can be dangerous!)   Does the cat ever swat (claws in) at you? If so, under what circumstances? He often hisses initially when approached or touched but does not escalate.   Has the cat ever scratched (claws out) you? No.   Does the cat ever nip (teeth without breaking skin) you? No.   Has the cat ever bitten you (breaking skin)? No.   To the best of your knowledge, how does the cat react to new people? Social? Fearful? Very fearful. He prefers to hide or observe from a distance and has not become particularly social with people.   If you have observed the cat with other animals, please describe how they get on? He does very well with other cats. He cuddles at night with a female foster and loves a resident orange cat, often coming out to greet him and rub against him, even when people are around.   Does that cat have any cute/quirky traits that aren’t covered by the previous questions? He can remain extremely still during the day but becomes much more active after dark, roaming, playing a little, and doing most of his eating at night. He's adjusted well to losing his tail, and can spring vertically to an impressive height.   In your opinion, what is the best thing about the cat? Why should an adopter choose THIS cat to adopt? Myers loves hanging out with other cats and clearly enjoys their company. In a home with friendly cats he becomes much more active and engaged. An adopter should choose Myers if they’re interested in working with a tricky (but not at all mean) cat who may not behave exactly like they’re used to.   What are the cat's challenges and how have you found to best manage them? Interacting with Myers can be tricky, he is extremely fearful of people and will hide if given the opportunity and if there is an unreachable hiding place (like under a bed) he may stay there and only come out to eat when no one is around. Managing the space so that hiding spots are limited helps ensure necessary interactions and care. We’ve also given him a “hiding spot” (cat tube) that is actually very reachable so we can interact with him often. He does best when other cats are present.   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.  March 16, 2026, 1:43 pm

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 loves to show you that he is happy with his vibrating tail! He has a huge sense of curiosity 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 and catnip mouse, 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, rub his head against it for pets, and vibrate his tail. 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. He also loves being brushed, and will run over to you for brush time when he hears the click click noise of the brush! He fully leans into the brush and purrs the entire time, which is really cute. 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. However, he won't mind those areas too much when he is being brushed! 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. He will also sometimes allow me to touch his belly and toes during this time! 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. You can tell what his mood is quite easily, as his tail gives away everything. 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 catnip 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 when he is greeting me, and meows when he is anticipating food. 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. 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! All of my friends and family that has seen Patchouli adores him; he is very sociable cat! 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. Thanks to his curious nature, he picks up on associations pretty quickly, and learns that doing one thing will lead to another. He also adores brush time! When I hold up the brush, he meows and comes over, and rubs his head all over the brush. His tail vibrates when he is being brushed, which is super cute. Patchouli is also very intelligent, and he has learnt his name during the time he is staying with me. When he is not lazying around, he respond to being called "Patchouli!" and will come running over to rub his head on my hand. 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 is also very understanding of blood glucose testing times. 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.  March 7, 2026, 9:02 am

To adopt this cat from Black Cat Rescue, please fill out a profile https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston Quincy is a handsome 6 year old neutered male cat, up to date on vaccinations. Here’s what his foster volunteer says about him:   How would you describe the cat's general personality? After getting to know you in the first few days, he is extremely relaxed while simultaneously being very inquisitive and playful. He mostly sleeps during the day, coming out a few times to play or eat. He likes to sleep in dark rooms if there is a comfy place, but will sleep in the open if there is no bed in a dark corner for him. His inquisitive nature means he will try to get into any nook and cranny that he can – on top of cabinets and tall furniture. If he can find a way to get there, he will. Does the cat enjoy being pet? He does, but at the beginning you will need to wait for him to ask to be pet. And when he does, he can also decide rather abruptly that he doesn’t want to be pet and will bite or swat, so it is best to be aware of his behaviors while you are touching him. As he gets more used to you and you to him, he will relax more and the only time you really need to be cautious is when he’s stimulated/playing. If yes, on what parts of its body does the cat like to be pet? Chin, behind the ears, and down his back. Are there any parts of its body that the cat does NOT like being touched? He does not like being pet on his belly or focused attention on the spot where his back meets his tail. Does the cat come on your lap? Yes! Does the cat like to be held? When he is first getting to know you, he doesn’t want to be held, but as he gets more comfortable around you, you could pick him up and hold him so that he is perched over your shoulder His surrenders mentioned they could pick him up, but that it might take a bit longer before his new owners are able to do so. Additionally, when you start picking him up, you need to do so with confidence and don’t hesitate because he will pick up on it and try to keep you from picking him up. But once he’s perched over your shoulder, he doesn’t mind it. Does the cat sleep in your bed? Yes! He will sleep right next to you or around your feet/legs, often in the crook of your knees or between your legs. If you sleep next to a body pillow, he might also place himself between you and the pillow. When he sleeps in the bed with you, he will make it his mission to make sure he is touching you or on you. Does the cat seek your attention? Yes! Particularly when he wants to play or when you wake up in the morning, he may want some scratches. If he’s lounging in his bed and you call for him, he’ll also sometimes come. Does the cat like to play? Very much! What are the cat's favorite games and toys? He likes wand toys, mouse toys, and catnip pouches. He also likes interactive ball toys. How vocal is the cat? He will talk to you, but he isn’t overly chatty. He mostly talks when he wants to play or wants food. What kinds of sounds does the cat make? Upon first introduction into a new environment without people he knows, he will growl, hiss, and maybe yowl at night. After he trusts you, he will make mostly short meows – not quite chirping, but similar. He purrs, but you can hardly hear it. Does the cat scratch a scratcher? Yes – he will also scratch any rough fabric surface he can get a grip on, so be sure to have enough scratchers. If no, please explain. Does the cat always use the litter box? So far, yes. His surrenders mentioned that his box should be cleaned everyday or he might decide its too dirty and go on the floor, but so far he has only used his litterbox while being fostered. If no, please explain. What food and frequency is the cat currently eating? Half a can of Purina ProPlan chicken (the shredded version, not pate) in the morning, and half at night. Maybe about 2 handfuls of dry food to snack on during the day, and at at night. A few pieces of Hill’s prescription dental cat food are included with the dry food once a day. Is the cat picky about food? According to his surrenders, he prefers chicken flavored food and does not like wet pate. What is the cat's favorite treat? He loves the squeeze treats (including fish flavored varieties), and dry treats, too. Does the cat ever swat (claws in) at you? If so, under what circumstances? Yes. When he first moves into a new space without someone he knows, he will be very scared and one of the ways this manifests is by hissing, swatting, and growling. To avoid swatting, it is best to give him a lot of space to be in, and when y’all cross paths, let him pass first before continuing on. Has the cat ever scratched (claws out) you? Yes – the first day he moved in and not since. This was his response to being very scared at being in a new environment without anyone he knows. Does the cat ever nip (teeth without breaking skin) you? Yes, he will do little nips if you let him smell you and he decides he doesn’t want to be pet. Has the cat ever bitten you (breaking skin)? Yes. When he gets stimulated, either while playing – or from petting – he will rather abruptly turn and bite. They are hard bites, so they break skin, but he doesn’t bite for longer than about 2 seconds. If you give him a firm no, without freaking out or pulling away, he should let go. Its best to be hyper aware of him when you are engaging in any way with your hands, even when he is rubbing his face all over yours. To the best of your knowledge, how does the cat react to new people? Social? Fearful? If there is someone he trusts/knows, he is social – he will come out and say hi and he might even sit on their lap. The same awareness to petting should be imparted to guests. If you have observed the cat with other animals, please describe how they get on? I have not observed his interactions with other animals, but according to his surrenders he did have a feline sibling at some point and he has not reacted with hostility to the smells of other cats. Does that cat have any cute/quirky traits that aren’t covered by the previous questions? He loves rolling around on carpeted surfaces, will rub his face in your hair whenever he’s sitting behind you, and will make biscuits when relaxed. He also boot scoots after using the litterbox frequently, but not every time. Sometimes, when he gets zoomies, he likes to almost be chased. When he gets like this, I’ll just move a little quickly towards him. He’ll either stay and accept head scritches, or he’ll run to a new spot and wait for you to chase again. In your opinion, what is the best thing about the cat? Why should an adopter choose THIS cat to adopt? After first getting to know you, he is an EXTREMELY sweet cat that just has some touch sensitivities when he’s stimulated. It will seem like he hates you at first – you just need to be patient and wait until he asks you for pets. If you want a cat that will spread out across your torso when relaxing on the couch or a warm furry friend next to you in bed, he will be all of those things. What are the cat's challenges and how have you found to best manage them? The biggest challenge is his biting and the only way to manage that is to stay aware and to constantly be reading his body language when you are petting him in any way. Other than that, if you have plants he will want to eat them and he is very determined to get to them so you’ll have to be creative to keep him from getting to them. I’ve found the best way to do this is to put it up really high and to block off any access by creating height or the illusion of height to keep him from jumping up to it.    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.  March 7, 2026, 9:02 am