Size
(when grown) -
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
Spayed or Neutered,
Shots are up-to-date,
Story
BATMAN & KATIE — BONDED PAIR SEEKING A LOVING FOREVER HOME
Names: Batman & Katie
Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Ages:
• Batman: solid black, DOB 1/12/2021, intake 1/11/2026
• Katie: petite gray & white, DOB 10/6/2025, intake 1/8/2026
Sex: Male (Batman), Female (Katie)
Good With: Gentle dogs, non‑aggressive cats, respectful children
Medical:
• Batman — FIV+, history of being shot, mild paw sensitivity
• Katie — Healthy
Status: Bonded pair, must be adopted together
Their Story
Batman and Katie came into rescue separately, both found outside, scared and alone. Batman arrived during a brutal cold snap, starving and trying to survive inside a straw‑filled box. X‑rays later revealed he had been shot, and although the main bullet was removed, fragments remain in his paw. He is also FIV+, but he lives a full, happy life.
Katie was found frightened and unsure of people. After quarantine, she was introduced to Batman — and they bonded instantly. She became his comfort, and he became her confidence. They have been inseparable ever since.
How They’re Thriving Now
Batman and Katie have recently been integrated into a busy household with dogs, cats, kids, grandbabies, noise, and chaos — and they are doing wonderfully.
Batman
- A total human snuggler
- Follows his foster everywhere and cries if he can’t find her
- Loves gentle introductions and warms up quickly
- Adores the grandbabies (8 months & 8 years)
- Loves giving affection and being close to his people
- Enjoys his wet food and looks forward to mealtime
- Plays daily with Katie — their bond brings out the best in him
Katie
- Becoming more confident every day
- Very food‑motivated and LOVES her wet food
- Still shy and a little reserved, but adjusting beautifully
- Will quietly sneak out to play with Batman wherever he is
- Follows Batman when he’s not with her foster
- Still playful like a kitten
- Loves windows, cat trees, and exploring
- Keeps her distance with new people at first, but blossoms with patience
Katie is still “fight or flight,” but she is out in the open, playful, curious, and thriving. Batman’s presence gives her courage, and she gives him companionship. They are truly therapy for each other.
Diet & Monthly Cost
Batman and Katie are both thriving on Purina Pro Plan LiveClear dry food.
- 16 lb bag: lasts well over a month
They also share 1 can daily of Purina Pro Plan wet food.
Their total food cost is a little over $100/month.
They are no longer taking any supplements — food is their only ongoing expense.
What They Come With
To help them transition smoothly, they will go home with:
- Their favorite cat tree
- Their favorite cat bed
- Any remaining food
These familiar items help them feel safe and comfortable in their new home.
Ideal Home
Batman & Katie would do well in a home that is:
- Calm, stable, and patient
- Comfortable with gentle dogs and non‑aggressive cats
- Suitable for children who understand boundaries with animals
- Willing to give them time to adjust, feel safe, and trust
- Ready to love a bonded pair who have survived so much
They have endured trauma, fear, and instability — yet they remain loving, gentle, playful, and full of heart. They deserve a home that will never give up on them.
Please do not apply unless you can truly commit the time, patience, and love Batman & Katie need.
Let’s get these two incredible cats adopted. They are ready for their forever home.
If you are interested in any of our kitties, you must complete an online cat adoption application available at www.rescueahart.org/adopt/cat-application. The application will put you in touch with a HART volunteer.
All HART kittens and cats are vet checked, combo tested, spayed or neutered, up to date on all vaccines, microchipped, and on flea and tick preventative.