Cats A - H

Rescue
Pet Patrol became aware of Adam and the serious situation in which he was living when a call was received from a Veterinarian. A woman, one of his clients, is a severe hoarder and her home has an extraordinary amount of clutter and cats, which has built up over time. She admitted that she had 35 cats and kittens living in her home with her. It is a confined space, extremely unclean and an unhealthy environment for all. Adam lived with the constant smell of urine and feces, as well as dust and mould issues. The woman was employed and provided the cats with premium cat food, however she was unable to have them spayed or neutered. Subsequently, because of the deterioration of the rental property, she has been evicted from her home and with the help of the Veterinarian, Pet Patrol and other cat rescue organizations are bringing the cats into our care for adoption.

Personality
As you can imagine Adam’s rescue was a total culture shock for him. Going from a stifling environment into a foster home which is clean, well maintained and bright. Everything was new to him, not only his surroundings, but also the volunteers and visitors coming to the house. Quickly he came out of his shell and revealed what a sweet natured and lovable cat he is. He’s made himself at home and enjoys sleeping and relaxing on the bed. His sweetheart is Agatha, also rescued from the same house and they are often seen cuddled up together. Adam is a cuddly cat and is a very friendly. He is looking for a home that is gentle and easygoing, one that will provide him with the love and nurturing that he so deserves. Adam is ready to be adopted into a loving and permanent home, one that will welcome him as part of the family and keep him safely indoors.

Rescue
Pet Patrol became aware of Agatha and the serious situation in which she was living when a call was received from a Veterinarian. A woman, one of his clients, is a severe hoarder and her home has an extraordinary amount of clutter and cats, which has built up over time. She admitted that she had 35 cats and kittens living in her home with her. It is a confined space, extremely unclean and an unhealthy environment for all. Agatha lived with the constant smell of urine and feces, as well as dust and mould issues. The woman was employed and provided the cats with premium cat food, however she was unable to have them spayed or neutered. Subsequently, because of the deterioration of the rental property, she has been evicted from her home and with the help of the Veterinarian, Pet Patrol and other cat rescue organizations are bringing the cats into our care for adoption.

Personality
As you can imagine Agatha’s rescue was a total culture shock for her. Going from a stifling environment into a foster home which is clean, well maintained and bright. Everything was new to her, not only her surroundings, but also the volunteers and visitors coming to the house. Quickly she came out of her shell and revealed what a sweet natured and lovable little cat she is. She’s made herself at home and enjoys sleeping and relaxing on the bed. She has a sweetheart Adam, also rescued from the same house and they are often seen cuddled up together. Agatha is a cuddly cat and is a very friendly. She is looking for a home that is gentle and easygoing, one that will provide her with the love and nurturing that she so deserves. Agatha is ready to be adopted into a loving and permanent home, one that will welcome her as part of the family and keep her safely indoors.

Rescue
Pet Patrol volunteers are a dedicated group of people, especially when it come to rescuing cats off the street. In the case of Amari and his siblings, our volunteers rescued them from an industrial area of town. Their neighbourhood is surrounded by factories, warehouses and storage units. The asphalt covered parking lots have cars and large trucks coming and going, not paying attention to little cats scurrying around. During the summer the feline families seek the cool shade of the nearby woods, and hunt for rodents. In the winter shelter is scarce and warmth is almost nonexistent. The cats would often be seen running from under one car to another, trying to catch a little warmth from the newly shut off engines. Their housing, where ever that may be, might have snow tracked in so the bedding is damp. Warm and cozy, and a full belly of food, is not part of the equation.

Personality
Amari is a handsome and majestic looking cat. He as beautiful green eyes, and a distinguishing white spot on his chest. He was raised with his sister Ashanti and they cuddle together in a heap, play games and can be seen walking side by side with their tails flopped over each other. Amari is good company and very loving and affectionate. He likes to rub up against your legs and chats to you at feeding time. He will sleep on the bed and lay beside you on the couch, with his head on your lap or shoulder. He loves to be petted and brushed, and in return you get deep purrs and a look of pure adoration. Amari is ready to be adopted into his forever home. One that will welcome him into the family and keep him safely indoors.

Rescue
Pet Patrol received a call from a woman and her husband. They were quite concerned about a cat they has seen, running across a frozen lawn and into a drainage ditch. The cat was frightened, thin and wet. The drainage ditch was no place for him to be, especially since it was minus 25 degrees outside. He was in danger of frost bite, starvation and exposure. The woman was a real estate agent, and she was showing a property nearby. After contacting us, she went back the next day with a live trap, baited with smelly fish, and sat in her car, waiting. However Archie did not show up that day. She was not able to rescue this little cat for a few more days, and we were all very happy when he finally he came in. With frost bite on the tips of his ears and on his paws, it was a good thing he came in. Archie was most appreciative of the good food, warm bed and nice view of the outdoors from the window.

Personality
Archie is a big beautiful black cat, with large green eyes. He has one ear smaller than the other, due to frost bite, but other than that he is handsome and healthy. Archie gets along with the other cats very well, and is quite affectionate with them. He can be seen playing with cat toys and loves the kitty climber. He is still pretty cautious of people, and other than sniffing your palm, he won’t get any closer. He is curious and shows interest in everything you do. Archie will remain with Pet Patrol unless a clean and healthy hobby farm can be found for him. He would do well in an environment that allows him some freedom, feeds him daily, and provides clean water and shelter for him. You never know, one day he night rub up against your legs and happily purr away. In the mean time he is much loved in his foster home.

Commitment of the Heart
Archie is part of our Commitment Of The Heart program. If you are interested in sponsoring him, please call 519.669.1979.

Rescue
Pet Patrol volunteers are a dedicated group of people, especially when it come to rescuing cats off the street. In the case of Ashanti and her siblings, our volunteers rescued them from an industrial area of town. Their neighbourhood is surrounded by factories, warehouses and storage units. The asphalt covered parking lots have cars and large trucks coming and going, not paying attention to little cats scurrying around. During the summer the feline families seek the cool shade of the nearby woods, and hunt for rodents. In the winter shelter is scarce and warmth is almost nonexistent. The cats would often be seen running from under one car to another, trying to catch a little warmth from the newly shut off engines. Their housing, where ever that may be, might have snow tracked in so the bedding is damp. Warm and cozy, and a full belly of food, is not part of the equation.

Personality
Ashanti is quite attached to her brother Amari. They cuddle together in a heap, play games and can be seen walking side by side with their tails flopped over each other. We have found this with the other four kittens in the litter, they are very fond of each other. Ashanti is loving and affectionate, she likes to rub up against your legs and chats to you at feeding time. She will sleep on the bed and lay beside you on the couch. She loves to be petted and brushed. Both Ashanti and Amari are very playful. Ashanti is a beautiful and sweet natured kitty looking for her forever home.

Rescue
Pet Patrol received a call from a woman who had been feeding stray cats in her neighbourhood, near the down town area. The cats would come onto the back porch, out of the weather and eat undisturbed. Two young cats showed up in early summer, right after another litter of kittens and their parents had been rescued. At first she was surprised to see more cats so soon, then she was shocked to see three little grey and white babies tagging along (Askim being one of them). It was just a day or two in between feline families. But like the others she fed them faithfully. In time she gained their trust and they regained their health. She did not know where they found shelter as under her porch was no longer available. We are sure that they felt the fear of being prey though. Patrol had no foster space so soon after rescuing the others, so the woman thought about it and decided one spare room in her home would work well for the babies. Now they are safe and sound in Pet Patrol care.

Personality
Askim is a sweet little cat. He is likes to be picked up and cuddled, have his ears rubbed and his neck massaged. Like all kittens he is playful and curious. Although it may take him a little bit of time to assess, when his environment is changed, there is not much that goes unnoticed, sniffed, poked at or pounced on. He is pretty good at watching things that are dangled in front of him, and he can chase down a toy mouse like no other. Askim is ready to be adopted into a gentle and loving home. One that will welcome him into the family and keep him safely indoors. He is a nice little cat, deserving of a forever home.

Rescue
A Pet Patrol volunteer was made aware of a newly separated man’s dilemma. He had six young cats who he could not care for any longer, and could not afford for them to be spayed or neutered. It appears that he and his wife separated and together they owned three cats, also unaltered, hence this litter of six (five black, one Siamese cross). He moved from the family home into a rented house on a farm property, taking the younger cats with him. When our volunteers arrived they were met with the strong odor of old urine in the house. The floors and walls were dirty, and the house was cluttered. The cats were friendly, but when they saw a new person they shot down into the basement, with the dog in hot pursuit. The man made attempts to get the cats, but we eventually had to go down into the old house basement to retrieve them more efficiently. It was like a sewer down there. The floor was littered with insulation and plastic bags, and there was urine and feces everywhere. Unbelievable. All the cats, once rescued were happy to be bathed and then taken to their foster homes. Aurora made herself quite at home.

Personality
Aurora is a very sweet, affectionate and loving kitty. As you can see she has made herself quite comfortable in her foster home. She loves her toys and took to them right away (we did not see a single toy at her original home), likes to chase the laser pen light and play on the kitty climber. Aurora is cuddly and affectionate, and quite the lap cat. She is now ready to be adopted into her forever home. One where she is welcomed into the family and kept safely indoors. She is very cute.

Rescue
In the past Pet Patrol has taken kittens from a farm owned by a nice couple. When they first purchased the property, there were about ten cats in the barn, all unaltered and ill. The couple improved the cats’ health by feeding them proper cat food and getting all of them spayed or neutered. Just when they figured they had everything under control, a litter of tiny kittens was found with a mother cat they did not recognize. This was their first introduction to being a rural dumping spot for unwanted cats from the city. Most of the cats were pregnant females. When Pet Patrol became involved we saw about a dozen hay-insulated birthing nests with heat lamps in the barn. There were one or two females in each nest with their kittens. When the kittens were weaned they went to Pet Patrol or another rescue group and the mother cats were spayed and returned to the barn if feral. Today there are only about one or two litters born in the barn each year. Pet Patrol took Bindi into our care with his two sisters.

Personality
Initially Bindi can be a little shy, and he likes to be reassured of his new surrounding and new people by being petted and having his ears rubbed. Giving him canned cat food was what really won him over and he is quite a talker when he knows it is time to eat. Once oriented he is playful and active, chasing everything that moves and he makes up his own games of “Tag” and “Chase the Tail”. He loves the kitty climber and checking out the squirrels on the other side of the window. Bindi is very sweet and passive, but he likes to have another cat in the house for companionship. He is now ready to be adopted and is looking for a home that is loving and gentle. One that will welcome him as part of the family and keep him safely indoors.

Rescue
Bonita was discovered roaming alone outside at a small remote lake that is peaceful and quiet. She would routinely come up to people in the area and rub up against their legs in a friendly gesture, but she was on her guard and would scoot away whenever anyone leaned down to pet her. The people who live on the lake didn’t know where she came from, and they don’t often see stray cats in their area. One of the neighbours took his humane trap out of storage with the intention of trying to rescue Bonita. He was pleasantly surprised when she came trotting around the corner of his garage, walked right in to the trap and tripped the mechanism immediately! He never expected it to be that easy. It was as though she realized he wanted to help her, and that this was her ticket out of the cold weather and onto safely.

Personality
When Bonita first came to Pet Patrol she was exhausted, all she did was eat and sleep for three straight days. She was starved and emaciated from living on the streets, as well as exhausted from fending for herself. Once she was feeling better it was evident what a sweet and affectionate little cat she is and so very appreciative of her new surroundings. Now that she is safe and warm she is able to play like a kitten should and has regained her carefree self. She especially likes the kitty climber, and any toy that rolls near her is fair game to be pounced on. She is a joy to watch! Bonita is now ready to be adopted into a gentle and loving home, one that will welcome her as part of the family and keep her safely indoors.

Rescue
Pet Patrol became aware of Bootsie and the serious situation in which he was living when a call was received from a Veterinarian. A woman, one of his clients, is a severe hoarder and her home has an extraordinary amount of clutter and cats, which has built up over time. She admitted that she had 35 cats and fourteen kittens living in her home with her. It is a confined space, extremely unclean and an unhealthy environment for all. Bootsie lived with the constant smell of urine and feces, as well as dust and mould issues. The woman was employed and provided the cats with premium cat food, however she was unable to have them spayed or neutered. Subsequently, because of the deterioration of the rental property, she has been evicted from her home and with the help of the Veterinarian, Pet Patrol and other cat rescue organizations are bringing the cats into their care for adoption.

Personality
Bootsie was actually found out on the street by the woman who housed him. She heard a meow coming from the bushes, out walked Bootsie, and the woman’s immediate thought was “Oh no, not another lost cat!”. She found out from a neighbour that he had been living in the bushes for a few weeks, and was wandering onto the road. She took him home to keep him safe, and to find his owners, and for the next three days he just ate and slept. Not being neutered probably attributed to him getting lost or being abandoned, and his original owners were never found. Bootsie is playful, energetic, sweet and oh so loveable. He is best buddies with Simba and they can be found curled up together daily. Bootsie is easy to love, as he likes to be picked up, carried, cradled, petted, brushed and made a fuss over. He is ready to be adopted into his forever home, one that will welcome him into the family and keep him safely indoors.

Rescue
Pet Patrol was notified of three little kittens that had been left on a disabled woman’s front porch. They were initially found in a pot, similar to one you would put a plant in, when they were quite young. More than likely someone put the kittens there, being unwanted and easily disposed of, and thought this woman would take them in. As the kittens emerged and started crying, the woman’s friend who cares daily for the woman, began feeding them. She tried to pick them up and pet them, but the kittens were easily frightened and so she did not handle them further or bring them into the house for safety. Precious time for socialising was lost. As winter set in the kittens had no choice but to burrow under the porch for shelter. As the weather worsened and the snow threatened to block them in under the porch, the friend thought it was time for them to be rescue. All came into our care and are happy to be inside.

Personality
When cats are found on the streets, especially kittens, it is very important to bring them inside as soon as possible. As more time ticks away that they are exposed to the dangers and fears of the street, the more time it takes to tame them. They are not sure who to trust so people have to earn their trust. It just takes time. Bunny was the last of the three to adjust to people, basically through the power of canned cat food. She is still timid and would require someone with patience and understanding to help her adjust to her new environment. Bunny does very well with other cats and likes to have a playmate. She is looking for a forever home. One that will help her feel at home and keep her safely indoors.

Commitment of the Heart
Bunny is part of our Commitment Of The Heart program. If you are interested in sponsoring her, please call 519.669.1979.

Rescue
Buzz’s mother (Momma Blue) was a sweet and passive teenaged mom who was rescued along with her five healthy kittens. Apparently this little cat had taken up refuge in a back garden shed during the summer. It was a normal neighbourhood, middle income and the lawns were mowed and flower beds tended to. Momma Blue was tiny and very frightened at the time, and she had been abandoned or gotten lost and did not know who to trust. The woman living in the house decided to feed the kitty and welcomed her onto the back porch each day, but being quite elderly she did not want to take on the responsibility of a cat. However, unbeknownst to her, when you feed a cat on your property and it comes on a regular basis, legally it is yours. No provisions were made for Momma Blue, she had her kittens in the shed (Buzz being one of them), and the old woman passed away. Now what to do. Through the grapevine the woman’s family found someone to take in this feline family and from there they came to Pet Patrol.

Personality
Buzz is a lovely little kitten who has done very well being raised with children and other cats. He is so named because he will ‘buzz’ around the house. He likes to play, chase and is part of the WWF (World Wrestling Felines) so he would need a buddy, like his brother to keep him busy. Buzz is a cuddly cat and likes to snuggle in with you. He is good company, purrs loudly and can be quite entertaining. Buzz is ready to be adopted into his forever home. One that will welcome him as part of the family and keep him safely indoors.

Rescue
Caboodle, oh where did you come from? She was first spotted running around the corner of a property in a new subdivision. She was a little skittish to start with, but you could see by the look on her face that she wanted to come closer. The family put out food for her, and soon she was rubbing against their legs and purring deeply with a full tummy. Since the family had an older cat who did not allow visiting cats in the house, the family was hesitant to bring Caboodle into the house. Even when we suggested to keep her separate in a room to herself, the family didn’t feel comfortable about it, so she resided in the garage. Eventually the family started asking around, to see if anyone was missing a cat, and they also put out posters saying she was found, but no takers. So they contacted Pet Patrol and we were able to find foster space for her before the weather turned nasty and cold.

Personality
Caboodle is a lovely little cat with tiny ears. Her tabby stripes are rich brown and sable colours and her nose is a wonderful chocolate brown. She is a petite cat with a big personality. Like all young cats she likes to play with catnip toys, balls that bounce or have bells in them, and the kitty climber is a good substitute for the tree she use to climb outside their house. Caboodle is content to be indoors with out the threat of being prey or going without food and shelter for days at a time. She shows her appreciation in cuddles and purrs. This little kitty is ready to be adopted into a gentle and loving home. One that will welcome her as part of the family and keep her safely indoors.

Rescue
Pet Patrol became aware of Charlotte and the serious situation in which she was living when a call was received from a Veterinarian. A woman, one of his clients, is a severe hoarder and her home has an extraordinary amount of clutter and cats, which has built up over time. She admitted that she had 35 cats and fourteen kittens living in her home with her. It is a confined space, extremely unclean and an unhealthy environment for all. Charlotte lived with the constant smell of urine and feces, as well as dust and mould issues. The woman was employed and provided the cats with premium cat food, however she was unable to have them spayed or neutered. Subsequently, because of the deterioration of the rental property, she has been evicted from her home and with the help of the Veterinarian, Pet Patrol and other cat rescue organizations we are bringing the cats into our care for adoption.

Personality
Charlotte is a very loving and social little kitty when she settles into a new environment. She can be a bit shy to start with, but is very curious as well. She likes to be where you are all the time, even if you are at the table or going into the bathroom for a shower, she is right there with you. She likes to watch you type on the computer and follow the curser where ever it goes. Toys are exciting to her, as there were not many in her old home, and she loves to run and play and chase them around. She is good with other passive and affectionate cats. Charlotte is ready to be adopted into a forever home. One that will welcome her into the family and keep her safely indoors.

Rescue
Here is Diesel’s story: One of Pet Patrol’s long-time volunteers was called by her co-worker from the gas station they both worked at. A man had walked into the store and told the staff that he had found a kitten outside, and held up Diesel in one hand. He asked if anyone was missing this little guy, and the staff said that there were no reports. He sat Diesel down on the counter and as the woman admired him the man said to her: “so, you’re looking after him now right?” He then promptly left the store. She was stunned! She tried to call the local shelter and since it was after hours there was no answer. Her next hope was to contact our volunteer. Immediately she jumped in her car and drove to the gas station. She found that Diesel was quite thin, smelled of oil and was limping. Once in Pet Patrol care, and after a good lathering bath, Diesel was examined by an animal Chiropractor and found that his mid back and hips needed aligning. After his adjustment, he was a different kitten, more outgoing and appeared to not be as weak or cautious. He has continued to thrive since then.

Personality
It was obvious from the start that Diesel is a lovely little cat with a friendly personality and gentle demeanor. As soon as he arrived he got along very well with the other cats and kittens, and he readily starts games of Tag and Hide & Seek. The older cats groom him, and the younger cats play with him. He is a bit of a talker and definitely lets you know when he needs a cuddle. Diesel is outgoing, very social and loves everyone who comes to visit him. He is now ready to be adopted into a loving and gentle home. One that will welcome him into the family and keep him safely indoors.

Rescue

Stray cats are everywhere, but if you don’t set up a feeding station then you may never see them. Cats will become nocternal when living on the streets. They can see very well in the dark, there is less traffic and virtually no people. With empty tummies and constantly being startled or attacked, they become skittish very quickly. Ellington is one of those cats. He showed up fleetingly, on the back patio of a nice couple in a downtown neighbourhood. They had been feeding him since the fall and their attempts to rescue him had failed. When Pet Patrol was finally able to provide foster space the woman began enticing him into her enclosed back porch, to be fed. It worked. Even though Ellington was not impressed by his confinement, it made it easier for us to rescue him. It took several months to convince him that he was safe, that people liked him and that he is cared for. Having total service of food, water, clean litter box and loving didn’t hurt either.

Personality

Ellington has come a long way in his recovery from his ordeal on the streets. He now is comfortable in his foster home and will lay on the kitchen floor while people walk around. He is no longer frightened of everything. He gets along well with the other foster cats and can be found cuddling with them or having a kitty wrestling match. He likes to cuddle right up beside you, and loves to be massaged and have his ears rubbed. He even rolls around and enjoys a tummy rub. Ellington shows his appreciation for the time and effort taken to help him become a confident cat again. He is now ready to be adopted into his forever home. One that will welcome him as part of the family and keep him safely indoors.

Rescue
A number of years ago a woman, who lives in a small town outside of the city, found a stray cat. Even though she could not get close to her, she began feeding the cat and in no time the cat had a litter of four kittens. It was a fun summer project for her, until the mother cat disappeared one day, then one of the kittens went missing as well. The kittens were soon 14 weeks old and barely socialized. It was very difficult to find foster space for them once they came into Pet Patrol care, and only certain homes suit such cats. Usually adult homes, because they are more predictable and the cat gets a lot of attention and their socializing accelerates. A few years later, the lady was calling Pet Patrol again, but this time she discovered Emma in the window well to the side of her house, along with three babies, only 4 weeks old. At that age they are easily tamed and will be adaptable to different types of homes, increasing their adoptability. Emma was not too stressed by the rescue of herself and her kittens. Food was free and the house was warm and safe.

Personality
When a cat lives outside and avoids people, they could truly be feral or they could be friendly but frightened. Until they are rescued you never really know what they are. Emma has a gentle soul, and although she has taken her time being socialized, she has impressed us with her progress. Now that she is pettable, she is very affectionate and loving. She shows us her playful side now, she loves to sleep in tight places and also is attracted to the bird feeder outside the big window. We are blessed to have this beautiful orange tabby female, they are quite rare, but ever so affectionate and loving. Emma is ready to be adopted into a quiet and gentle home, one that will love her forever and keep her safely indoors.

Rescue
Farrah may never have had a proper home before Pet Patrol rescued her, but she certainly knew how to provide for her litter. Being unspayed and abandoned on the street, it was just a matter of time before she became pregnant, and she found the perfect shelter to have her kittens: a garden shed that backed onto a restaurant. The shed was dry and filled with storage, so she could make a nest. The orchard in front of it, leading to the house, was overgrown but provided her little ones with a wonderland for playing. The restaurant dumpster allowed Farrah to scrounge for food daily. A student began feeding Farrah cat food, when she saw how thin she was, and soon the little kittens emerged too. A Pet Patrol volunteer went over and it took only 3 hours to rescue the four kittens, and finally Farrah was brought in the next evening. All were frightened and wary of people, because they had never been handled before. It took time and patience, but finally they came around and enjoy the affections and good life people can provide.

Personality
Farah is a beautiful pewter grey kitty, with highlights of blue when she lays in the sun. She is not a big cat, but compact and solid. Farah is enjoying her life without the extra stress of hunting for food, and protecting her active kittens from predators. She is quite a couch potato now, and is very good with the other cats in her foster home. She is still a little shy with new people, but allows her foster Dad to pet her every evening (it has become a ritual). She has no interest in going outside, that has only lead to fear, starvation and exposure to the elements in the past. Farah enjoys life on a comfy bed or in front of the fireplace and is ready to be adopted into a serene home that will love her unconditionally.

Commitment of the Heart
Farrah is part of our Commitment Of The Heart program. If you are interested in sponsoring her, please call 519.669.1979.

Rescue
Pet Patrol received a call from a very distraught woman, about a very thin young cat she had found (Felicity). She described her as a black cat (she’s a Torti), friendly and affectionate, but because the woman had a sick child in the house and two other cats, she did not feel she could bring this cat inside. A make shift bed was made for her on the porch and Felicity was fed twice a day. At first she just wolfed down her food, like she had not eaten in days, and she drank a lot of water, but once she reached her nutritional and hydration levels, Felicity settled in. She began to play, greet people on the side walk and hunt mice for fun. Worried that Felicity would get pregnant or hit by a car, the woman took her to a local shelter where they refused her because she was growling in the carrier (Felicity is not on her best behaviour in a carrier). She tried another organization and was told to put her back outside because of her caged attitude. Finally the woman found Pet Patrol, and trusting that Felicity was friendly outside the carrier we took her in our care. They were right, Felicity is an adorable cat who is sweet and loving and ready for a forever home.

Personality
Felicity has been described as a really nice cat, adorable and sweet. She has let us know though that she would like to be an only cat, as she is less than tolerant or comfortable with other felines. Felicity adores people and she can be very playful and silly. She likes the kitty climber and chasing after anything that rolls, bounces or has catnip in it. She will climb up on your lap, purr deeply and likes to be cuddled. Felicity is ready to be adopted into her forever home. One that is caring and devoted, will keep her safely indoors and love for who she is. She is so deserving of having her own people.

Rescue
Through the grapevine of rescue organizations, Pet Patrol became aware of Florence and Zebedee. Here is their story: A woman went to see a “breeder” of Flame Point Siamese, and was shocked to find the cats were kept in an unheated shed at the back of the property. There were more than two dozen cats there and they were kept in wire cages, bits of cardboard and no proper food or comfort. The man usually bred birds and small animals for pet stores, but was talked into taking the Siamese from a breeder who no longer wanted to do it. He was also this woman’s former elementary school teacher, now retired. She kindly offered to find the cats homes and over time just did that. Florence and Zebedee were the last two, and the most traumatized by the experience. Once all the cats were safely out of harm’s way, the man was reported to the local SPCA for cruelty to animals. Back street breeders need to be reported and stopped.

Personality
Florence was an extremely nervous little cat when she first arrived. Like all Siamese when they are nervous Florence sought out the highest place she could find; the top of the bakers rack! She has made a lot of progress since then and can be quite affectionate and likes to play with catnip toys when she doesn’t think anyone is watching. She is interested in what you are doing and is very good at helping with your computer work…just as long as you keep up the petting! Florence is very vocal when it comes to her needs, she can tell you when it is time for tea. She likes to cuddle with Zebedee, the cat who was rescued at the same time as her as they are best buddies and hold kitty conversations. She would do well in a calm home, one that has the patience to continue to help her develop her confidence. It would be nice for Florence and Zebedee to remain together in their forever home. One that will welcome them into the family and keep them safely indoors.

Rescue

One of Pet Patrol’s volunteers noticed a pretty grey tabby kitty in her back garden, just strolling through on her way to nowhere. Here we go again! This was not the first time. Quite often cats would find their way to her property, as it is tranquil and she has a shed that makes and protected little home for them. She began asking neighbours if they knew who owned the cat and this is Gypsy’s story. She originally lived in another city and her owner passed away. The family members did not want all his cats, and took them to the local shelter. A relative bailed Gypsy out, thinking she was saving her from being euthanized. She lived about a block from our volunteer’s home and released Gypsy outdoors, unspayed and without shelter! So here is poor Gypsy, a friendly cat, dumped. As our volunteer began feeding her she could not help but notice that this kitty was pregnant and getting close to her due date. So she convinced her to come inside where Gypsy showed us that she is a wonderful cat. She settled in and soon gave birth to six beautiful kittens.

Personality

Gypsy is beautiful. She is sweet and affectionate, loves her care giver and is appreciative of being indoors. She is a playful cat as well, and loves anything with catnip in it. Tossing a toy for her to run after and pounce on is a favourite. Gypsy will crawl up onto your lap and cuddle right in, she will be good company for someone who wants another heart beat in the home. Gypsy is ready to be adopted into home that will welcome her into the family and keep her safely indoors.

Rescue
When you live in a small village, surrounded by countryside, it is not uncommon for cats to find their way to your door. Such is the case of this little cat named Hillary. Although there is a farm close to where she was found, the couple did not feel that Hillary was from there. They had had other cats meander over to their home, but not in the dead of winter, only when the weather was warm and they were being adventurous. We do fthink that Hillary was dumped in this village and left for dead. She was discovered sitting on the front porch of this couple, and when she realized that she was spotted, she immediately started to knead the mat she was sitting on. She ran up to them, rubbed up against their legs and wanted to be picked up. Having a dog in the house, a husband in need of serious surgery and being back and forth to the hospital, they did not feel they could bring her into the house, even to be kept in one room. A box with a fuzzy blanket was put in their enclosed porch and that is where Hillary lived for the next few months. The woman emailed Pet Patrol and soon Hillary was in our care.

Personality
Hillary is a very sweet, petite little cat, who fit into her foster home without incident. She is gentle and loving, easy going and does not complain or become agitated. She is such a nice little cat. Once she settled in she showed us her playful and curious side. Hillary will check out any box, bag, cupboard or closet, just so she knows where things are and where toys and treats are kept. She likes to be with people and does not mind the other cats. This kitty is ready for her forever home. One that will welcome her into the family and keep her safely indoors. She is adorable.