Tabby kittens & cats in Springfield, Massachusetts

HEARTWARMING RESCUE STORY DOB 8/26/22 Hey there, everyone! I'm Lollis, a delightful, playful “torbie” gal which means that I'm a brown tabby with patches of peach that makes me look like I was splashed with caramel in a candy factory. Although my independent, freedom-loving spirit has proven helpful in dealing “as needed” with the dogs, other cats, and kids in my foster home, my innate friskiness has made me a perfect companion for those same kids. I’ve been very bonded to Foster Meowmy ever since she spotted me at her jobsite as a seven-month-old stray kitten who had no momma or siblings in sight. Realizing that Foster Meowmy was my ticket to a life that was better than dumpster diving, I wasted no time and ran up to her. She scooped me up and drove home with me cuddled in her lap. Yes, our special connection began on that unforgettable journey. To this day, in those cherished moments when I need a little snuggle, it’s Foster Meowmy to whom I turn when I seek cuddling. Once in my foster home, I was overjoyed to kiss the hardscrabble life good-bye! Boy howdy! Brimming food and water bowls, climate control, and safety from predators all spelled security and happiness to me. Plus the resident cats could teach me the manners that momma would’ve taught me if she’d been around. I hope that my heartwarming rescue story has touched your heart. Yes, I chose Foster Meowmy, and now it's time for you to choose me to be your next feline companion. I want to become an integral part of your life and make every day an adventure worth sharing. Arrange to meet me today, and let's form a bond that's unbreakable! Incidentally, there are advantages to adopting a gal like me who’s past the stage of kitten mayhem. I’m much less likely to cause chaos in your home or break any of your family heirlooms. HOPE ID 23-1014-A047 Lollis is currently in the Houston, Texas area but can be transported to this location upon adoption. The $325 adoption fee includes transport, health certificate, spay/neuter, basic vaccines, microchip and registration, testing for FIV/FeLV, negative fecal test, and preventative treatment against fleas and parasites. Online application: http://www.homelesspets.net/adoption-forms/cat-adoption.php

ENDEARING MISCHIEF-MAKER DOB 4/13/25 Hey there, everyone! I’m Jupiter, an extremely playful and affectionate orange tabby fella who likes to jump on Foster Meowmy’s lap when she’s sitting on the toilet. I’m almost always happy to be cuddled and held like a baby with my tummy up. I’m all-boy, you know, and I can’t mess up my macho image by being too mushy and babyish. After my feral momma birthed Karma, Opal, Pluto, and me outside of Foster Meowmy’s house, she moved us to inside a neighbor’s car (through the open window, I might add). Then Meowmy moved us to a box on her porch, but when Momma saw some neighbors pick us up, she moved us a few doors down to a used-car business. Imagine Foster Meowmy’s surprise when she looked inside an old car and found not only us under the driver’s seat but also another litter of four kittens under the passenger’s seat!! She gathered up both of our stowaway litters and carefully placed us in boxes on her porch so that we could safely nurse. Our mommas continued to move us multiple times, and Foster Meowmy always managed to find us and put us back in our weaning boxes. Finally, when we were five weeks old and could eat on our own, Foster Meowmy brought us all inside to the safe haven of her home where she could care for all of us. She even was the perfect feline Florence Nightingale when she administered antibiotic ointment to some of our crusty eyes. Now that we’re fat and sassy, you can imagine the kitten mayhem that goes on inside our big foster bathroom! We tumble and pounce, climb and wrestle, and when we’re exhausted, we collapse in a kitten puddle. I even enjoy playing with the resident two-year-old cat. We’ve all got a little mischief in our genes because we love to escape the foster bathroom, but Opal and I win the prize for impishness because we like to dart around to explore the whole house and not just Foster Meowmy’s bedroom. I love to sleep in the bathroom sink because it’s my favorite “bed” when I need a little “time out” from the kitten frenzy. I love Foster Meowmy and am so grateful that she gave me a chance at the fabulous indoor life of a pampered pet. Now I’m ready to bring my “snips-and-snails-and-puppydog-tails” boyishness and rowdy playfulness to my forever family. Arrange to meet me today, and if you’re looking for a pair of kittens, please consider adopting me with one of the other seven #car-stowaways. We think it’d be the cat’s meow if we could be adopted together so we could be playmates and cuddle buddies while you’re at work or on vacation. HOPE ID 25-0614-A044 Jupiter is currently in the Houston, Texas area but can be transported to this location upon adoption. The $325 adoption fee includes transport, health certificate, spay/neuter, basic vaccines, microchip and registration, testing for FIV/FeLV, negative fecal test, and preventative treatment against fleas and parasites. Online application: http://www.homelesspets.net/adoption-forms/cat-adoption.php

Meet Theo! Theo is a 10 year old sweetie pie who loves to play and wants to sit on a lap for several hours a day. He enjoys being around people and does best with ample space and lots of attention; he loves getting pets, chasing after treats, and watching birds. He's a big chonker weighing in around 13 lbs—the purrfect weighted blanket for your lap or nap. He's a curious and cuddly cat! He has previously existed with a litter-mate. We don't know if he will do well with dogs or other cats, but he is friendly to all people and never bites or scratches. Although Theo uses the litter box reliably, he also has a tendency to pee outside of the litter box. For this reason, we are suggesting that he become and indoor/outdoor or solely outdoor cat. We live on a busy road and can't let him go out. Theo is neutered and vaccinated. He is on a special diet to prevent him from developing crystals. Otherwise, he is a healthy adult cat and needs no special care!

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Loki is a 9yo sweet lover boy. He greets people also. A little afraid of new things but he adapts well. He only needs booster shots. He has never been outside but loves sitting in windows and high places. We rescued him from a house being torn down where we found his brothers and sisters. He was about 4 weeks old. I had to teach him to drink and eat. He is unique because his tail has a rare birth defect and is backwards! It is like a husky dogs tail and reaches his front shoulders! He is very long. It breaks my heart to have to give him up but I have no choice but to move and the home owner is highly allergic. Loves all things edible!

Tiger is a loving, adoring, over the moon affectionate cat who needs a new loving family and forever home where she can be the center of attention. She does not do well with other animals and due to unfortunate events lately in life we were forced to move in with additional cats and it has not gone well at all. I just want her to have a safe space to spread her joy and love.

Sneezy is a sweet, playful little girl who is a bit shy. She is bonded with her sister, Happy, and they must be adopted together. Sneezy is a bit shy and will take some time to warm up. She needs a patient adopter and a calm home that will respect her quieter demeanor and allow her to feel safe. Once she warms up to you, she is very affectionate and playful. Her foster mom writes, " It will take some time for them to warm up to you but when they do they will love you. They love running around and playing and they love to cuddle with you on the bed. Laying with me and purrrring is their favorite thing 🩷🩷" The total adoption fee for Happy and Sneezy together is $500.

Grandson was left behind when his family moved. Neighbors found him living outside and brought him to our rescue. When he was first brought in, he was very scared and seemed depressed but he began to thrive immediately upon being placed in a foster home. He is very cuddly and affectionate with his foster mom and gets along well with the other cats and dog in the home. Grandson is a big boy, weighing in at nearly 15 pounds.

Meet Morris, your future orange best friend! This handsome guy’s previous family says he’s very friendly, super affectionate, talkative, and playful—basically the full orange cat experience. Morris loves being petted and will happily soak up all the attention you’re willing to give. He enjoys being around his people and likes to keep you company, whether that means chatting with you or curling up nearby. One of his favorite pastimes is sitting in the window, watching birds and squirrels like it’s his personal reality TV show. He’s lived with three other cats before and did well, so he may be open to sharing his home with a feline friend (with proper introductions, of course). If you’re looking for a sweet, social, affectionate cat who wants to be part of the family and fill your home with purrs and conversation, Morris might be your perfect match! Ready to Adopt? You have two options: #1- VISIT IN PERSON Come during our open adoption hours: Tuesday - Saturday,12:30 - 3:00pm. You’ll be able to meet available cats in the shelter. (Cats in foster care are not available for in-person visits.) #2- ADOPT REMOTELY OR PLACE A 24-HOUR HOLD** If you’re ready to adopt without meeting the cat first, or you’d like to place a non-refundable $25 hold to reserve a cat for 24 hours, just call or email us: (413) 781-4000 x 1 springfield@dakinhumane.org. We are often helping other clients when you call, but we return voicemails and emails within 24 hours. **Holds are not available on Saturdays and during adoption events. -------------------------------------------- All cat adoption fees include; -spay/neuter -rabies vaccine -current distemper vaccines (may need additional boosters with your veterinarian) -FeLV/FIV blood test -microchip implanted & registered to the adopter -treatment of fleas/ticks/ear mites -veterinary exam and health certificate at Dakin -free vet exam within 30 days after adoption with participating veterinarians Most pets have also received other medical care while with us. Your veterinarian may recommend additional health care for your new pet.