Kittens and cats in Somerville, 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.  January 27, 2026, 9:58 am

To adopt this cat from Black Cat Rescue, please fill out a profile https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston Sparrow is a sweet 10 month old neutered male kitten, looking for a home with a feline playmate. Here’s what his foster volunteer says about him after just 2 weeks in foster care: How would you describe the cat's general personality? He is the sweetest boy in the world. He is a bit jumpy, so no loud noises. But he loves to be pet, and he will bury his head into your hand if you put it out near him. I've never seen a cat so innocent and loving before. Even when he was the most scared, he never hissed and still would come for pets. He loves other cats, so whoever adopts him should have at least 1 friendly cat that is very active and loves to play with other cats, as this really helps to bring him out of his shell. Does the cat enjoy being pet? Yes If yes, on what parts of its body does the cat like to be pet? everywhere! But especially his head area. Are there any parts of its body that the cat does NOT like being touched? No Does the cat come on your lap? No Does the cat like to be held? No Does the cat sleep in your bed? No, he sleeps on the cat tree or behind my desk mostly. Does the cat seek your attention? Yes, he will meow until he gets it. Does the cat like to play? He LOVES to play What are the cat's favorite games and toys? The toy that has different levels where you can push the ball around and watch it go in a circle. How vocal is the cat? He is vocal What kinds of sounds does the cat make? Meow Does the cat scratch a scratcher? Yes If no, please explain. Does the cat always use the litter box? Yes If no, please explain. What food and frequency is the cat currently eating? I leave out a bunch of dry food (kitten, its the purina pro one), and he gets one can of wet food (fancy feast kitten) Is the cat picky about food? Yes, extremely. He prefers the dry food, and even then, it isn't his favorite. What is the cat's favorite treat? Delectables the churu looking version. 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? Yes, but not ever with bad intent, it is just him playing Has the cat ever bitten you (breaking skin)? Never To the best of your knowledge, how does the cat react to new people? Social? Fearful? Fearful at first, but still super sweet. He will hide but if you stick your hand near him he will go into it and ask for pets. After a few days, he completely warms up.   If you have observed the cat with other animals, please describe how they get on? He LOVES cats, I have never seen him with another type of animal. Does that cat have any cute/quirky traits that aren’t covered by the previous questions? It is also so adorable seeing him try to get my cat to play at all times. I have a baby gate that separates them and he learned to jump over it because he loves being with him so much. He is also really good at listening; he somehow knows what I mean when I tell him to go to his room, and he listens pretty much every time. In your opinion, what is the best thing about the cat? Why should an adopter choose THIS cat to adopt? This cat is a dream cat. Genuinely I wish I could keep him myself, and if I had the resources to I 100% would have. He is a very easy going cat who loves attention, even when he is terrified.  What are the cat's challenges and how have you found to best manage them?  - he is a bit fearful at times, so he would be best in a house that isn't too loud. Also, he would probably do best with no small kids. He needs someone that can give him space at first to warm up and build trust with him. - he absolutely loves other cats, so he needs to go to a home that has another playful and friendly cat to help him be less scared - this isn't necessarily a challenge, but he isn't food motivated, so that is something to be aware of.   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.  February 14, 2026, 10:58 am

To adopt this cat from Black Cat Rescue, please fill out a profile https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston Beau is a 9 year old neutered male cat. He is friendly and looking for a home without other cats (he has previously got along well with a dog and younger children). Here’s what his foster volunteer says about him: How would you describe the cat's general personality? Beau is extremely loving, happy and affectionate. He enjoys being with people, whether sitting curled up next to them, or on a lap. He is playful, a little mischievous and very dedicated to the timing of his breakfast, but overall very well behaved and easy to care for. He is a wonderful companion and will happily spend most of his time with you, purring and resting. Does the cat enjoy being pet? He loves being pet and will seek out company frequently If yes, on what parts of its body does the cat like to be pet? Head, back, stomach Are there any parts of its body that the cat does NOT like being touched? No Does the cat come on your lap? Yes, Beau loves to sit on my lap and will frequently curl up as long as I am sitting still Does the cat like to be held? Yes, he is happy to be picked up, but will want to get down after a few minutes Does the cat sleep in your bed? Yes, he will spend as much time in bed as I am there, and will frequently curl up next to me Does the cat seek your attention? Yes, he absolutely loves people and is very much an active companion Does the cat like to play? Yes, he loves catnip and also running around after string-based toys What are the cat's favorite games and toys? He loves toys that have catnip in them, strings that he can run/jump after and he has an enrichment puzzle toy for treats that he enjoys How vocal is the cat? He purrs frequently and will meow every once in awhile What kinds of sounds does the cat make? He will intermittently meow when he's hungry or is looking for attention Does the cat scratch a scratcher? Yes, occasionally If no, please explain. Does the cat always use the litter box? Yes What food and frequency is the cat currently eating? Beau is eating a dry food (commercially available) that is formulated to promote urinary health due to urinary stones several years ago once. He is also eating a can of wet food in the morning and a broth in the evening) Is the cat picky about food? No What is the cat's favorite treat? He loves the dry temptations treats Does the cat ever swat (claws in) at you? If so, under what circumstances? No 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? He is very social. He may briefly be a bit nervous, but warms up quickly and will be extremely friendly If you have observed the cat with other animals, please describe how they get on? I have not observed Beau with other animals. In his previous home he got along well with a dog but did not get along with another cat. Beau would do best as an only cat, but potentially with a dog friend. Does that cat have any cute/quirky traits that aren’t covered by the previous questions? He loves to curl up on my shoulder anytime I'm laying down and purr right next to my ear. He is incredibly affectionate and loves company. In your opinion, what is the best thing about the cat? Why should an adopter choose THIS cat to adopt? Beau is absolutely a companion cat for someone who enjoys an animal who is very present day to day. He lays or sits next to me as often as he can and will frequently curl up on my lap. Anyone looking for a joyous, friendly and playful companion will hit the jackpot with Beau. What are the cat's challenges and how have you found to best manage them? He is extremely easy going, I have not observed any challenges, behavioral or otherwise. 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.  February 17, 2026, 3:00 pm

To adopt this cat from Black Cat Rescue, please fill out a profile https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston Cindy Lou is a gentle, affectionate senior cat looking for her final home. After thirteen years in a loving home, her owner had to go into assisted living and couldn’t keep Cindy Lou any longer. Lou Lou, as she’s affectionately known, quickly settled into her foster home and carved a place in her foster volunteer’s heart. Then, she started feeling unwell. A trip to the vet later and we learned that Cindy Lou has cancer in her abdomen. After some work with the vet, we’ve found a combination of food and low-cost medication that keeps her comfortable. Possibly related to her illness, she has on rare occasions defecated just outside the litter box, though she consistently urinates inside it. Her current foster volunteer says taking care of her is incredibly easy and “I feel so lucky to take care of her.” Now Lou Lou is ready for her final home, for however long that may be while she battles cancer. If you want a best friend in cat form, Cindy Lou is waiting! She loves helping out with chores, making sure you brush your teeth, and hanging out. And she doesn’t slack on her grooming either; if you bring out the brush she runs over! When friends come over she’ll say hi and may even pick favorites. But don’t worry, her main caretaker is always Lou Lou’s favorite. In fact, she’d probably be happy if it was just you and her most of the time. When she’s not by your side, you can find her enjoying the fresh air and people watching next to an open window. At night, she loves to sleep with you and may even get underneath the covers (you can only tell by her white nose poking out)! Do you love cuddly cats, want to be greeted at the door, and have lots of fluffy pillows? If the answer is yes then Cindy Lou would love to share the rest of her life with you. 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.  February 12, 2026, 8:24 am

To adopt this cat from Black Cat Rescue, please fill out a profile https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston Soda is a sweet senior lady of 15 years, who has recently been diagnosed with stage 1 kidney disease. She was rescued as a kitten and spent her whole life in a multi-cat situation with one loving owner, who recently moved into assisted living. This is what her foster volunteer says about her:   How would you describe the cat's general personality? Soda is a sweet and very opinionated little old lady! She spends most of her days curled up on cushions or in little hidey-holes around the apartment. In the evening, she alternates between sitting on my lap, snoozing on a heating pad next to me, and hunting catnip mice. She's very energetic for her age, and VERY chatty!   Does the cat enjoy being pet? Yes! If yes, on what parts of its body does the cat like to be pet? More or less all over - head, back, sides, belly Are there any parts of its body that the cat does NOT like being touched? She doesn't love having her feet touched, but tolerates it when she's sleepy Does the cat come on your lap? Yes! She really likes to sit perched with her front paws draped over my knees so she can look around the room easily. Does the cat like to be held? Not really, she tolerates it sometimes but squirms out of the way fast. Does the cat sleep in your bed? Yes! More frequently, she'll hop up onto the bed, do a lap around, take some pets, and then leave again. Sometimes she will curl up on my stomach or next to me while I'm sleeping. She spends most of the daytime asleep in the middle of my bed near or on my pillow. Does the cat seek your attention? Yes - if I enter a room she's in, she'll meow for attention and sometimes trot over to say hi. Especially in the evenings, she'll find me in the apartment and help me with whatever task I'm working on by inserting herself between my hands and my projects.   Does the cat like to play? Yes, but on her own terms. What are the cat's favorite games and toys? She doesn't much like playing with things humans toss or dangle for her, but she does hunt her toys when they're strewn around the house. She carries catnip toys around in her mouth, mrowing victoriously like the mighty hunter she is (especially late at night). When she's on the prowl, she will sprint around the house at top speed for a few minutes and then settle back down in one of her cozy spots. How vocal is the cat? Very! What kinds of sounds does the cat make? She has a lot of different sounds! There's a warbly mrrrrrrow sort of noise to say hi when you enter a room, an imperious MRAH when she wants you to make space on your lap for her, and a repeated sort of chirpy noise that she seems to like it when you mimic back at her when she's wandering around the house.   Does the cat scratch a scratcher? Yes If no, please explain. Does the cat always use the litter box? Yes, though sometimes I think small bits of poop get stuck on her floof and drop off in a nearby room. If no, please explain.   What food and frequency is the cat currently eating? She eats Royal Canin renal support type D (slices in gravy) - 1/2 a can three times a day. She also has Hill's prescription diet renal support kibble that I leave out for her to graze on, though she doesn't eat much of it. Is the cat picky about food? Yes - she will not eat other textures of Royal Canin renal support, and had strong opinions about non-prescription food brands before she was switched to the special diet. What is the cat's favorite treat? She's not very treat-motivated Does the cat ever swat (claws in) at you? If so, under what circumstances? No 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? She is almost completely unbothered by strangers - she's a little jumpier when new people are around, but she's also very interested in getting pets from them if they're around when she's feeling active. If she's lying down, she enjoys getting pets from new people when approached gently, and will roll around on her back to get her belly rubbed!   If you have observed the cat with other animals, please describe how they get on? She seems nervous when she can hear the dog that lives upstairs, but I don't know how she is with dogs in general. She used to live with another cat and it sounds like that was okay.   Does that cat have any cute/quirky traits that aren’t covered by the previous questions? She likes to hide in dark enclosed spaces, but this seems to be because they're cozy rather than because she's afraid, because when you enter a room where she's hiding she'll start chirping to say hello! Also, when I was out of town for the weekend, my friend said she piled up all of her toys in the doorway to my bedroom in an attempt to summon me back. She really, REALLY likes the heating pad I set up for her on the couch next to me, and will get up and paw at me to turn it back on when it automatically shuts off.   In your opinion, what is the best thing about the cat? Why should an adopter choose THIS cat to adopt? She's the perfect mix of cuddly but not too clingy. She's chatty but not yowly. She doesn't need to be around people 100% of the time, but she's very social and likes to be able to check in on what you're doing. She will be your friend and she'll make friends with your friends!   What are the cat's challenges and how have you found to best manage them? Soda isn't very food-motivated, and I've struggled a bit to get her to eat as much as she should. She also has some (mild) kidney issues so making sure that she drinks plenty of water is also important (I use a water fountain). Also, once every couple of weeks or so she'll have a particularly chatty/rambunctious night, and this can make sleeping a little difficult. 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.  January 19, 2026, 7:41 pm

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. Follow Midnight on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/adoptmidnight 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.  February 11, 2026, 10:56 am