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After Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans, CAT was able to bring some of the feline orphans from the storm out to Oregon for a chance at a better life. One of the kitties was Stormycane.

I would like to donate in Honor of my fantastic cat which I adopted from CAT on October 18, 2005 ~ Stormycane (named by my granddaughter after the hurricane). He was one of the fortunate kittens to be rescued from Katrina, and I was fortunate to find him through CAT.

In closing, it is my desire to give back to CAT for all they did for Stormycane and me, and to help CAT provide assistance to other kittens and cats, as well as provide the opportunity for others to experience the joy and pride that I have been blessed with because of CAT’s commitment.

Stormycane pictured here with Syble C. of Vancouver

Mollie was a sweet, diabetic cat who patiently waited at CAT for that special person to take her home.  And when someone did, that person was very special indeed.  Mollie’s person recently sent this letter, telling a story that is truly a “furry tale come true.”

“Dear Cat Adoption Team,

From the bottom of my heart, THANK YOU for not giving up on my cat!”

Domino was a stray cat fending for herself and her nine, week-old kittens when a kind soul brought her to Multnomah County Animal Services.  Transferred to CAT, she and her kittens were placed in foster care, where the feline family flourished.  The kittens grew up and quickly found homes, and foster care transformed Domino from a scared, skinny stray to a beloved house cat.  Her adoptive family shares this about Domino’s new life, with her new feline friend Maytag. 

We took her home, renamed her Obi for obsidian or short for Obi-wan Kenobe - Star Wars fame.  We read the C.A.T. introduction material but Maytag did not - on day 2 she raced past Becky, met nose to nose with Obi, hissed once and that was it - they have been best buddies ever since!!! We 4 could not be more pleased!!! *Have never fought over food. * Sleep together. (ying/yang picture) * Follow us from room to room much like a dog would.  * Bird watch (out the window) together.  * Play tag and hide n seek for hours on end until its nap time again.  * Obi must think that Maytag is her 10th kitten by the manner that she cleans her. Thanks for being there for Obi and sooo many others.

Roscoe and Alley were two siblings who waited patiently for their own home together while CAT staff cared for them.  But as they continued to wait, Roscoe and Alley seemed depressed.  They quit eating and lost so much weight so quickly they became ill.  Their recovery began with swift medical care at CAT’s hospital, where Roscoe was fitted with a feeding tube to help him get enough nutrition.  Excellent foster care in the home of CAT staff helped restore both their health and their spirits.  When Roscoe and Alley returned to the shelter, a couple met them, fell in love, and worked to complete their recovery the best way possible—by providing a loving home, where, they say, the cats can just be cats.  Their people recently shared this update. 

What a day in our lives. Two adults married for 30 years and no kids in the house - then we met Roscoe and Alley and brought them home. Smiles and laughter were immediately commonplace in their new home. Oh yes, their home. They assure us we can stay as long as we feed them and play. They will tolerate us to sit in their favorite places but what a job to move them. Speaking of moving them - they are brother and sister and had weight problems when we got them - or did they get us? Anyway Roscoe, lovingly called the “brick”, has added 4.5 pounds to his previously 9.5 pound frame. He had had a feeding tube but is now doing great. Alley, the “queen” is coming along now at about 11 pounds.  Thanks for making two such adorable and happy cats available to us. They are contented, healthy and send you their greetings.

Rita’s journey to health and home began when a good Samaritan brought her to DoveLewis Emergency Animal Hospital.  The friendly tabby had been roaming the streets, alone, hungry and suffering from a painful hematoma (a large blood blister) on one ear.  After providing initial treatment, DoveLewis staff asked CAT to take Rita in, and at CAT our medical team drained the hematoma and sutured her ear to prevent it from reforming.  With the sutures removed, and her ear healed beautifully, Rita was adopted into her forever home, where she quickly settled in, as her family describes. 

My husband, Ellis and I are happy to report that Miss Rita adjusted to her new home within 20 minutes. She’s a very content and happy girl without doubt; it’s a joy to see. Before bedtime, Rita “hopped” around the living room and went back and forth kissing my nose and then bumping my husband’s head with her own. She played with her new mouse toy and scratching post, and then settled onto the foot of the bed for an all-night snooze. This morning, she purred happily and was very affectionate. She ate breakfast, and then tore around the house at the speed of light! My husband and I got ready for work, and Rita was found napping at the foot of the bed when we pet her before leaving for the day.  Thank you for the Best little girl ever. We love our Rita. She is a loving and beautiful girl with a wonderful personality.

Congratulations to Carol Markt, CAT volunteer, and her cat Joey, CAT alumnus!  Joey has gone from “zero to hero” under the loving care of Carol Markt: once a stray, Joey now helps Carol help others through animal-assisted therapy.  The pair were featured in the March issue of Cat Fancy.  Great work, Carol and Joey! Click here to read how a former alley cat brings hope to hospital children and their families.

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