Domestic Shorthair kittens & cats in Everett, Massachusetts

I am a loveable, brave, playful little black and white female kitten. I love to play and chase little balls and toys! I am bonded to my mom and would like to be rehomed together if possible! (: if not I will be happy on my own

To adopt this cat from Black Cat Rescue, please fill out a profile https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston Midnight's journey has been a challenging one; she was attacked by a dog, which left her with nerve damage and incontinence. Her tail had to be amputated, and she was sent to Black Cat Rescue to heal. Despite the hardships she has faced, Midnight has shown remarkable resilience and strength. With the care and support of her foster human, she has made incredible progress. Her incontinence is now manageable with the help of a diaper, and she has adapted to her new circumstances with grace and determination. Midnight is now ready for her next chapter, a loving home where she can receive the care and attention she deserves. She is a sweet and affectionate cat, with a playful spirit that shines bright. She even still likes dogs!! All she needs is a chance to show you the love and joy she has to offer. Please consider opening your heart and home to Midnight. She has so much love to give and is ready to become a cherished member of your family. Together, we can give Midnight the happy ending she deserves. Here's what her foster human has to say about Midnight: How would you describe the cat's general personality? Midnight is very outgoing and active.  She thinks the world is her oyster.  She doesn't hide, even when first entering a space (including the NBC studios). Does the cat enjoy being pet? If yes, on what parts of its body does the cat like to be pet?   Midnight loves being petted.  She often stretches up and puts her legs on my knees when I'm sitting so I can rub her head and ears.     Also, if I rub her backside briskly, just above her tail, she will pee or poop if she has something  ready to go.  Recently, she's been volunteering to stand in the catbox for this, which is really helpful. . Are there any parts of its body that the cat does NOT like being touched?   Don't pet her backside above the tail if you don't want her to pee or poop.  Also, she is such an active cat that she sometimes won't stand still long enough to be petted, but we still get lots of pets in.   Does the cat come on your lap?     Does the cat like to be held? She wants to come up on my lap and she doesn't mind being held, but we are limited by the fact that she may pee or poop on me.  Sometimes I put a cloth on my lap so we can cuddle.  She also likes to climb up on my shoulders when I'm sitting in the kitchen.   Does the cat sleep in your bed?   I'll bet she would if I could let her. Does the cat seek your attention? Does the cat like to play? What are the cat's favorite games and toys? Midnight absolutely loves attention, either from people or other pets and is always up for playing.  She loves her pole toy and anything that she can bat around on the floor.  She also likes batting at Arvid the dog (who doesn't seem to mind). How vocal is the cat? What kinds of sounds does the cat make?   Midnight isn't a big talker and doesn't cry to get through doors, etc. but she has a very cute little meow when she wants to tell me something. Does the cat scratch a scratcher? If no, please explain   Yes, Midnight likes both her cardboard scratcher and to get a long scratch in anytime that she can get to the flat-weave rugs (when she escapes into the livingroom). . Does the cat always use the litter box? If no, please explain. Midnight likes the catbox and will go in and 'pretend' to poop, then scratch around in the litter.  She does occasionally get a poop in the box but as often as not her poops will end up elsewhere.  She doesn't seem to be able to push them out voluntarily without help.     That being said, as I mentioned before, she will poop and pee if I rub her tail end and she is starting to volunteer to do that.  I'm guessing that she is more comfortable with the poops out and appreciates the help.  This is a change from a few months ago when she often wouldn't stand still to have me rub her tail end and make her poop.     I've been making sure she has plenty of time to run around and get exercise on the theory that that will help her to strengthen her back end and perhaps help with the poop coordination.  (She does a lot of running and jumping around now that we've figured out how to poop-proof larger areas of the house. What food and frequency is the cat currently eating? Is the cat picky about food?   I've been feeding Midnight Royal Canin dental food (Dr. Leavey recommended that for another cat to keep weight in line).  I feed about 3/4 cups per day - sometimes I put out more and she seems to self-regulate her intake. What is the cat's favorite treat? Pretty much anything - I give her freeze-dried salmon or any dry cat treats that we have on hand.  She also likes the pate treats. Does the cat ever swat (claws in) at you? If so, under what circumstances?   Midnight likes to play and will swat at me and Arvid for fun.     Has the cat ever scratched (claws out) you?   Midnight rarely scratches but has clawed me when she is very anxious (at the cat event) or when I tried to get her into a diaper when she had already told me no.  That said, she doesn't scratch me or complain even when I have to put her back into her part of the house after an escape to the livingroom. Does the cat ever nip (teeth without breaking skin) you? Has the cat ever bitten you (breaking skin)? No, she hasn't nipped or bitten me. To the best of your knowledge, how does the cat react to new people? Social? Fearful?   Midnight is super friendly with anyone who comes to visit and was either friendly or tolerant with everybody on her outings, except when she'd really had enough at the Boston cat event.  She loves playing with my dog and me and tried to befriend Hugo, my friend's cat who came to stay with us (in his own segregated part of the house)   I think Midnight would love living in a home with other pets, especially if she doesn't recover the ability to reliably use the catbox and so can't sit on laps or sleep with people. Does that cat have any cute/quirky traits that aren’t covered by the previous questions?   As mentioned, Midnight is about the most outgoing, social cat I've ever met.  Also, she is really soft and super plush which isn't really a trait, but makes her very pretty and really enjoyable to pet. In your opinion, what is the best thing about the cat? Why should an adopter choose THIS cat to adopt?   If Midnight could use the catbox reliably, she would be just about perfect.  Only people who don't want a cat who is super friendly and interactive should steer away.   Just a guess, but she might be quite dominant in a multi-cat household - she is not at all shy around other cats. What are the cat's challenges and how have you found to best manage them?   Her challenge is just the obvious one.  We have to cover everything with cloths and pads to manage her pee/poop.     I still hope that she will recover her catbox skills, but she might not.  Things have definitely gotten easier over time, but that is partly because I'm getting better at Midnight-proofing the areas she has access to.  That said, she is offering a glimmer of hope so, fingers crossed! 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 19, 2024, 12:03 pm

To adopt this cat from Black Cat Rescue, please fill out a profile https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston All about Layla from her foster home: Please note - Layla does not get along with other cats. Also, due to her personality we do not recommend a home with small children. How would you describe the cat's general personality? Layla is a very sweet 4 year old girl who has clear boundaries and will let you know about them.  Does the cat enjoy being pet? Yes, and she will let you know by chasing down your hands. If yes, on what parts of its body does the cat like to be pet?  She likes getting pet on the chin and cheeks, and will tolerate the back. Are there any parts of its body that the cat does NOT like being touched? She will flop onto her back, but she does not seem to enjoy getting belly rubs. Does the cat come on your lap? Yes! She loves a lap. Does the cat like to be held? I have only tried to pick her up once, and she protested with a meow, so I think the answer is no. Does the cat sleep in your bed? Yes. Does the cat seek your attention? Yes, but on her own terms. Does the cat like to play? She does like a catnip banana, but it's been difficult to get her interested in more interactive toys.  What are the cat's favorite games and toys? She likes rolling around on catnip and gnawing on her banana. She also has a puzzle feeder to prevent her from eating too quickly. How vocal is the cat? She's pretty quiet overall. What kinds of sounds does the cat make? She likes to make these soft meows when she wants attention or when she wants to protest something that you've done.  Does the cat scratch a scratcher? She does not seem to be interested in the cardboard scratchers I have around the house. If no, please explain. She seems to be much more interested in the rug instead. Does the cat always use the litter box? Yes. Does the cat ever swat (claws in) at you? If so, under what circumstances? No.  Does the cat ever nip (teeth without breaking skin) you? She has nipped once while sitting on my lap and I was reaching over her for my keyboard. It might have been some overstimulation from petting earlier. To the best of your knowledge, how does the cat react to new people? Social? Fearful? I have not introduced her to new people yet, but she seemed remarkably brave and confident when she ended up in foster. She started adventuring almost immediately, and then the next day, she was demanding pets. Does that cat have any cute/quirky traits that aren’t covered by the previous questions?   She will let out little, protesting meows when you move from a position she does not approve of. She also loves flopping onto her side and rolling around on her back. In your opinion, what is the best thing about the cat? Why should an adopter choose THIS cat to adopt? She is very affectionate and loves to cuddle, but she's also happy to wander off and do her own thing. What are the cat's challenges and how have you found to best manage them? She will hiss when she's uncomfortable and unsure, which can be surprising to hear after dealing with other cats. It will be important to pay attention to her boundaries and to listen to what she's telling 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.  November 6, 2024, 4:50 pm

To adopt this cat from Black Cat Rescue, please fill out a profile https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston Samantha is a sweet tortie (DOB 2/24). About Samantha from her foster human:   How would you describe the cat's general personality?: Samantha is a very curious and sweet cat, who knows exactly what she likes and doesn’t like. When she wants pets and cuddles, she will rub herself on your hand to get the pets she wants! However, when she feels independent, she will make her feelings clear as well. If she is feeling curious, she will want to see what you are doing and may want to feel included. Does the cat enjoy being pet? Yes. Samantha enjoys pets and will even come to you for pets, but she also makes it clear when she does not want to be pet. If yes, on what parts of its body does the cat like to be pet? She best enjoys pets on her face, including the chin, top of her head, and cheeks. Are there any parts of its body that the cat does NOT like being touched? She doesn’t like her back paws being touched as much. She doesn’t seem to like her back touched either. She will be ok with being touched but will get upset if you keep petting her in ways/places she doesn’t want to be touched. Does the cat come on your lap? She came to my lap once, and I haven’t seen her do that ever since. When I place her on my lap, she tolerates it for a few seconds and leaves. Does the cat like to be held? She doesn’t mind being held for a few seconds at a time, but after about 10 seconds, she will try to crawl out/jump out of your arms. Does the cat sleep in your bed? Samantha does not like to sleep in the bed with me. Most of the time, she is down to cuddling with me in the bed, but when the light goes out, she goes out of the bed to explore, stays awake through the night, or she sleeps on the couch. Does the cat seek your attention? Definitely. Samantha will do long meows when she wants attention, whether it be pets, food, or if she is curious to see what you are doing! However, sometimes, she can be an independent cat when she feels like hiding or sleeping. Does the cat like to play? Samantha doesn’t seem to be a big fan of playing, but she will play with you occasionally! What are the cat's favorite games and toys? She likes fishing rod toys. She tends to get scared of bigger toys, such as the ones that resemble a snake. How vocal is the cat? Pretty vocal. Samantha is most vocal when she wants attention, but she will also make sounds if she is surprised or if she is upset. What kinds of sounds does the cat make? Meows, purrs, chirps, whines, hissing (when she is upset) Does the cat scratch a scratcher? Yes. Samantha likes to use the scratcher. Does the cat always use the litter box? Yes. Samantha is very good about using the litter box. What food and frequency is the cat currently eating? She currently has dry food available all the time and gets fed wet food 3 times a day. Right now, Samantha is very skinny because she lost a lot of weight at the animal control, so I am trying to feed her as much as she will eat. Is the cat picky about food? She doesn’t seem to be too picky, but she definitely has likes and dislikes. She likes the flaky wet food with gravy. She seems to be picky with some flavors, which are brand-dependent. What is the cat's favorite treat? Samantha loves Churus and flaked/grilled tuna treats! However, apart from those treats, I have yet to find other treats she likes; she can be very picky with treats. Does the cat ever swat (claws in) at you? If so, under what circumstances? Yes, when you try to interact with/pet her when she wants to be left alone. Has the cat ever scratched (claws out) you? Yes, when you try to interact with/pet her when she wants to be left alone. Does the cat ever nip (teeth without breaking skin) you? Yes, when you try to pet her when she wants to be left alone, or if she gets too stimulated while being pet. Has the cat ever bitten you (breaking skin)? She broke skin once, when I kept petting her after she didn’t want to be pet anymore. To the best of your knowledge, how does the cat react to new people? Social? Fearful? Samantha will be fearful at first, and she will go into hiding. However, with time, she will come out and ask you for pets. She might be shy and afraid for a few days but will warm up to you with time. Does that cat have any cute/quirky traits that aren’t covered by the previous questions? Samantha is curious and intelligent, and she will persevere to satisfy her curiosity! She figured out how to open most of my drawers and will open them for fun or hide inside the drawers when she wants alone space. One time, she got curious about what was outside the window and jumped straight into the glass and bumped her head! In your opinion, what is the best thing about the cat? Why should an adopter choose THIS cat to adopt? If you want to adopt a loving cat full of gentle yet also sassy personality, Samantha is the perfect cat for you. She is the cutest when she asks for attention and pets, and will do silly things throughout the day to surprise you. She also needs some alone space and time, so if you are a working person, she will do fine on her own during the day. What are the cat's challenges and how have you found to best manage them? Samantha seems to get scared and anxious easily. Although I thought she became pretty used to the environment after a few days of fostering her, she still becomes scared/cautious with I come back home, gets scared of noises from the coffee machine, washer, microwave, etc, and I think it will take time for her to get fully used to the environment. 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 25, 2024, 12:36 pm

To adopt this cat from Black Cat Rescue, please fill out a profile https://blackcatrescue.com/adopt-cat-boston Trish is a 14 year old senior cat who is looking for a loving home for hospice care. About Trish from her foster humans:   How would you describe the cat's general personality? Trish is sweet and affectionate but not needy. She loves looking out a window and being held. Does the cat enjoy being pet? Yes, she likes to be pet on the head, around her cheeks, along her back. Are there any parts of its body that the cat does NOT like being touched? No Does the cat come on your lap? Yes, sometimes. Does the cat like to be held? Very much so! She purrs when being held. Does the cat sleep in your bed? She has not had the opportunity to do so. Does the cat seek your attention? Yes, but not always. She likes attention but also her own space. Does the cat like to play? She will sometimes play with a wand toy or her kick toys. How vocal is the cat? She is not particularly vocal, but gives the occasional conversational meow. What kinds of sounds does the cat make? She chirps and occasional meow. Lots of purrs. Does the cat scratch a scratcher? Yes, she likes to use rope scratchers. She will sometimes scratch at furniture but is easily redirected to a nearby scratching post. Does the cat always use the litter box? Yes, perfectly. What food and frequency is the cat currently eating? Fancy Feast chicken pate twice a day and free feeds on dried food. Is the cat picky about food? She prefers chicken flavored food. What is the cat's favorite treat? She likes churu Does the cat ever swat (claws in) at you? If so, under what circumstances? She gently batted at us a few times when she first arrived to communicate no. Nothing since then. 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? Trish loves new people and is quickly friends with them! Does that cat have any cute/quirky traits that aren’t covered by the previous questions? She likes to be held chest to chest with her legs straddling you like a baby. In your opinion, what is the best thing about the cat? Why should an adopter choose THIS cat to adopt? She’s just a sweetheart looking to live out the rest of her life in comfort and be loved. What are the cat's challenges and how have you found to best manage them? An ultrasound showed that Trish has inflamed intestines and the doctors think she may have intestinal cancer (lymphoma). She takes one tablet of prednisolone a day. Her energy levels are great and she shows no signs of pain. 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 25, 2024, 5:00 pm

Hi! My name is Craig! I am a handsome 3 year old male with black soft and sleek fur. I am a kitty with a big heart and even a bigger love for window gazing ,being a couch potato and getting all the belly rubs that I possibly can! I am a bit shy at first, but if you give me a little time I will be wanting to soak up all of your attention. I get along with my foster mom’s kitties very well and also her dogs she was surprised at how well I did. Nothing bothers me not even the vacuum! I love to play all day with my foster sisters we have so much fun. If you’re dreaming of a loyal companion who loves to snuggle and you like to give belly rubs look no further! I’m right and ready for my forever family! Could it be you? I must have another cat in my home! I'm available through Kitty Connection in Medford.