Conference misery::feline_v1

    Cin
    
    This was a very good idea.  I am currently looking for a home for
    a seven (?) month old female mixed breed kitten.  She is from the
    litter of a stray  female but has adapted to people very well. 
    
    She is orange spotted tabby and white with the white on her under
    body and legs.  She has gorgeous copper eyes.
    
    She is currently staying with my boss who cannot keep her because
    he lives in a no pets apartment.  He has to be given credit for
    her socialization to humans.  When he found her, she was fending
    for herself and quite suspicious of people.  Now she is very loving
    and affectionate.
    
    This kitty is free to a good home and she will be examined by a
    vet and vaccinated (at my boss's expense) prior to placement in
    a new home.
    
    Any interested parties please contact me either through this file
    or at DTN 521-4402.  Thank You  
    
    JoAnn

I have a 1 1/2 year old female cat who needs a new home.  Unfortunately,
she is intimidated by the 3 german shepards we also own.  I want to find
a new home for her so she can relax and enjoy herself.  

She's a black and grey tiger mixed breed.  She's been spayed and has been
going to the vet regularly.  She's very affectionate and great at catching
flys!

Currently, she spends most of the day outside and the evenings/nights inside.
I have a cat tree house that she's grown-up with that I'd like to give to 
her new owner.

If you're interested in a giving her a new home, please send me mail 
(CAD::LOVEJOY).

Jocelyn

    
    
    Please help!  I'm a beautiful black cat who needs a friend.
    I am 4 year old female and have been living in a basement for
    the past 2 years.  Now I'm looking for a real home.  I'm
    elegant, very affectionate and would make a good indoor kitty.
    I have one white whisker which makes me quite a unique-looking
    feline.
    
    Can you adopt me?  Can I adopt you?
    
    Please call my good friend Ronnie at 617-877-9129 or you can send
    mail to my friend Carole at AKOV68::FRETTS.
    
    I am currently staying with Ronnie in Framingham, MA, however, the
    other 9 felines are not really appreciating my presence and Ronnie's
    budget is getting tighter by the day!  Please help!
    
    Meow!

    I hope I don't regret putting this here, but here goes.
    Please read the whole paragraph before responding.
    
    I'm looking for a female long hair kitten no more than 8 weeks old 
    (or as soon as she can be seperated from her mother).  I can only 
    have one cat and I have my heart set on a new born female long haired 
    kitten.  If I could have more I'm sure I might consider older cats 
    and not be as picky.
    
    Please don't call and offer me you cat or kittens unless they meet
    this description.  I love cats and will feel bad turning you down.
    
    I'm not sure if this is the right time for new born kittens, but
    I was hoping to get one for Christmas (which means they would have
    been born the beginning of November.)
    
    I would like to check the Boston Animal Shelter (I heard they take
    the kittens there.)  Does anyone know the phone # or address?
    
    Please send me mail @ DOC::NEWTON or THERA::NEWTON
    
    Any help would be greatly appreciated.
    
    Kathy   

    There are shelters all over the state that have kittens.
    No need to restrict yourself to the Boston Animal Shelter (?).
    Are you referring to the MSPCA in Boston?  Their phone # is
    522-7400.  Their address is 350 So. Huntington Ave, though I'm
    not sure if that's where the shelter is located.  MSPCA also
    has shelters in Brockton, Centerville, Martha's Vineyard, Methuen,
    Nantucket, Pittsfield and Springfield.
    
    If you're just looking for a female long-hair, no special breed,
    then I think you should be able to find one at a shelter, though
    maybe not right away.  BTW, the holidays are not always the best
    time to bring in a new kitten or puppy.  Very hectic.  The MSCPA
    might advise of this also.
    
    Donna

    This may not be the best season to be looking for a kitten for other
    reasons also.  Kittens available now will tend to be older because
    females generally go out of heat during the winter months.  You
    will have a better chance of finding a kitten now, though, than
    if you wait til January, February, etc.   They are even scarcer
    then.
    
    JoAnn

    Thank you for all your responses.
    
    I found her at a pet shop in Framingham.  She's about 13 weeks old.
    
    I'll give you more details when I put her in the note for telling
    about new cats.
    
    Thanks again,
    
    Kathy  :-)

    
    
    	THIS IS A WONDERFUL NOTE, HOWEVER, COULD I MAKE ONE SUGGESTION??!!
    	COULD YOU LET US KNOW WHERE YOU ARE LOCATED WHEN YOU HAVE A
    	FELINE FOR ADOPTION/SALE??
    
    	THANKS,
    	DONNA B.

RE: 415.3

	I'm pleased to announce that I found a new home for my cat.

	Good luck to the other kittens and cats in search of a new home.

Jocelyn

    Congratulations on finding a new home for your kitty.  Is the new
    owner a fellow noter?
    
    I am still looking for a home for the kitten mentioned in a earlier
    reply.  I am located in Santa Clara CA.  
    
    JoAnn

    I have some additional information about the kitten mentioned in
    reply .2.
    
    My boss has offered to pay all fees involved in having her spayed.
    She will go to her new home vaccinated, in good health, and also
    with her spaying fees paid.
    
    This is a very beautiful female kitten, about 6 or 7 months old,
    orange mackerel tabby with white feet, stomach, chin and face. 
    She has gorgeous copper eyes.  She is very playful and loving and
    she still needs a home.
    
    JoAnn

    This kitty now has a home with a Decie here in California.  Thanks
    to all of you who sent me mail and offered help in finding her a
    home.  She will be relocating shortly after Christmas.
    
    JoAnn

    Great JoAnn!  You've been looking for a home for a while now.
    How did you finally find it?
    
    Donna

    Donna,
    
    This has been a very long and difficult search.  Last week Lynne
    Sauta contacted me and said that she wanted to help find a home
    for this kitten before Christmas.  She had been discussing the kitten
    with a coworker and we had been communicating via mail.  Friday
    I called and let her know that my boss would pay for spaying.
    
    When I came in this morning, I had mail from a notes reader in the
    New England area saying that she would like the kitten if we wouldn't
    mind having her shipped to the east coast.  She even offered to
    pay for the shipping costs herself.  I was extremely excited!!
    I ran to my boss to tell him the great news, but he didn't like
    the idea of "his" kitten having to be all by herself in the cargo
    hold of an airplane, scared half out of her wits.  I was crushed.
    We had been looking for a home for this little female for months
    and now I had to tell someone that we couldn't let her travel across
    country.  I sent an apology via mail to the wonderful person who
    had offered a loving home and sat down to decide what I was going
    to do next.
    
    Not ten minutes later my boss came by and said to take "his" kitten
    out of notes because he had found her a home.  At first I thought
    he meant that he was going to keep her himself but it seems that
    one of the women from A/P is going to take her home after Christmas.
    Doug is very pleased because now he can keep track of how she is
    doing.  He became very attached to this kitten in the last couple
    of months and I know that it will be hard for him to let her go.
    
    JoAnn

    Well...
    
    The cat that I had previously listed in this file as homeward bound
    is once again looking for a loving place to live.
    
    We just got the unhappy news this morning.  The lady that was to
    take the orange tabby with white kitten called to say that she has
    changed her mind.  She is worried that her cat will not like the
    new kitten.
    
    If anyone is interested in this little girl please let me know.
    
    This is a desperate situation.
    
    Jo Ann

    What about the person that had wanted her but was refused
    because the current owner didn't want the cat to have to
    fly?  I can sympathize with him ,for at the very least it's
    probably not pleasant for the cat, but if you have someone
    that is willing and able to take the cat, it seems to me 
    that the desperate situation is self-imposed.  I urge him to
    reconsider this position if the kind person is still willing
    to have the cat.
    
    Donna

    I'm not a him, but I have already contacted them via Mail and repeated
    my offer.  Haven't heard yet -- I guess we'll see how desperate
    is desperate!
    
    Jan  who_already_has_four_and_wants_more

    Donna,
    I agree totally with you and have been working on him about letting
    her go to the east coast.  The kind person from the east is still
    looking for an orange cat and still wants her.  I think part of
    his problem is that he is getting very attached to her and wants
    to be able to still hear about her (and how she is doing) etc.
    The situation is desperate due to the fact that he lives in a no
    pets apartment and if he is found out they will either evict him
    or just snatch the cat and take her to the pound.  If it comes to
    that I will probably take her to my house but I can't keep her either.
    You are right... the desperate situation is self imposed.
    Jo

    re  .19
    
    "Him" is referring to the current owner whom I believe is a 'him'.
    
    Donna

    
    Re .19
    
    Hi Jan,
    
    I know of 2 very deserving kitties that need a home if you're looking
    for more! (see .4 of this file for a description of the first one).  
    The second kitty is a young female (4 months?) tortoise-shell, very
    sweet, and has had her shots.  She was adopted along with a puppy,
    and then a member of the family became seriously ill and they just
    can't cope with all the energy and mischief these two are able to
    get into.  Let me know if you're interested (or if anyone else out
    there is, just send me mail at AKOV68::FRETTS!). 
    
    Thanks,
    
    Carole
    
    
        
        

    I already posted this notice in the Siamese Wanted file but I thought
    I would post it here too just in case Cathy and Don are locating
    and unable to get a cat now.
    
    My sister Jan has a bluepoint siamese (apple-cheeked) kitten hanging
    around outside her apartment.  The cat is about 9 months old and
    Jan thinks it is a female.
    
    This kitty is up for grabs and there are no stipulations about where
    it may or may not relocate to.  We will ship her anywhere as long
    as there is a good and loving home waiting on the other end.
    
    Contact us here or by mail.  We are located in Santa Clara CA.
    Jo
    
    P.S.- My boss is a male and a very stubborn one at that.  I am only
    trying to help him find a home for the kitten, I can't force him
    to do anything, the decision is utimately his.  Some how I have
    gotten myself into a very uncomfortable position over this.  I should
    never have used the phrase "the situation is getting desperate".
    Being a cat lover myself, I would never allow this kitten to be
    put to sleep or abandoned in any other such fashion.  I do appreciate
    all of those who have tried to help with this problem.
    

    JoAnn,
    
    Would the shipping costs on the Siamese be paid for by you or by
    the new owner??
    
    And how much does it cost to ship a cat from CA to the East Coast??
    I know it's about $35 to ship from Boston to Ohio.
    
    Some noters reading here may not realize how inexpensive it is to
    actually ship a cat.  This may help to find her? a home!
    
    cin
    

    I can't afford to pay the costs myself - they would have to be taken
    on by the new owner.  The cat would be in good health since CA requires
    a health certificate to be issued within 10 days before the cat
    ventures out.  That would be an additional expense because of
    vaccinations being required.
    
    When I had Jouissance shipped from Washington DC to San Francisco
    it cost me about $87.00.  They ship them as cargo and are priced
    according to the weight of the cat plus carrier.  The carrier will
    also have to be provided.
    
    I am sorry but I am not in a position to pay for these expenses.
    I have been renting vending spaces at shows and selling cat beds
    to pay for my vet and show expenses.  1986 was a tough year for
    me financially.
    Jo

    Still, JoAnn, that is rather inexpensive especially for the Siamese.
    
    What your essentially saying is that for about $100 someone could
    own a wonderful Siamese cat that they are guaranteed is healthy.
    
    Most breeders or pet shops charge more than this for their cats
    and kittens.
    
    Just figured this would put the price in perspective for people
    who may be interested.
    
    BTW, I think all airlines require a health certificate that is no
    less than 10 days old.  
    
    I remember having to trapse Fire into the vet so many times just
    to get the stupid piece of paper that they almost never asked me
    for.  But you had to have it to be sure!!!   
    
    cin
    

    I'll donate a kennel for shipping.  If a home is found for
    the kitten that needs shipping.  I'd just need a few days
    notice to get it out to Calif.
    
    I just recently (3 weeks) had a kitten shipped to me from
    Newark, New Jersey and it cost $51.00.  (I'm in Colorado)
    
    					Debbie
    

    Debbie,
    Thanks for the generous offer of a kennel.  With all the people
    that had expressed interest in the old fashioned type of siamese,
    I am hoping that we will have no problem placing her.  As soon as
    someone claims her I will enter a note to let you know.
    Jo
    
    P.S. - I think I will be meeting your cat Winston in a couple of
    weeks at the San Jose show.

There is a spayed Russian Blue (maybe 4 years old???) who is for sale
at a *very* reasonable price ($100).  The cat has just granded in
CFF.  I have heard from several people who are looking for or thinking
about getting a Russian Blue, so I am posting this note in case any of
you do not want a kitten or a cat that could be breed.

The current owner would like the new owner(s) to continue to show the
cat.  I think the cat is better CFF material than CFA (from what little
I have figured out thus far about the differences).  As far as I know,
the only reason the cat is for sale is that the owner has switched to
breeding Chartreux, and this is her last remaining Russian Blue.

(For those of you wanting a kitten or a cat that could be bred, I expect
to have two litters of Russian Blues sometime later this year, with
the planned father being best Russian Blue in the country about 4 years
ago, and noted for his very silvery color.  I will need HELP not keeping
all the kittens -- I've NEVER had give away or sell a warm fuzzy before,
and I don't really have room (yet) to become a true Cat_Lady!)

	Penelope (Cat_Lady_in_training)
    
[This message will also be posted in a new note.]    

    RE:  .22
    
    Just wanted to let everyone know that I placed the 4 month old
    tortoise-shell kitten this past weekend.  However, the 4 year old
    black female is still available!
    
    Regards, Carole
    

    
    I HAVE A BEAUTIFUL 10 MONTH OLD FEMALE SPAYED KITTEN AVAILABLE FREE
    FOR ADOPTION.  SHE LOVES PEOPLE AND SEEMS TO BE PRETTY SMART AS
    FAR AS CATS GO.  SHE KNOWS HER NAME.  SHE HAS RED STIPES ON HER
    BACK AND IS WHITE UNDER AND ON HER FACE.  SHE CURRENTLY IS A HOUSE
    CAT AND RESIDES IN MARLBORO. 
    
    	I ALSO HAVE LISTED A SEPERATE NOTE #451.  HOPE SOMEONE CAN HELP
    WE CAN  NOT KEEP HER MUCH LONGER AND SHE TRULY IS A GREAT CAT.
    				WHAT::GARBARINO
    
    				CECILIA
    

    The orange kitty that I still have available may be finding a home
    soon with a fellow DEC employee.  I am very happy about this but
    don't want to jinx it so I won't tell who until the cat is safe
    at the new owners house.
    Jo

    Beautiful 10 month cat has found a home.  We took her to buddy-l
    in Sudbury.  Humane society - will not kill the animals if 
    unadoptable they are returned.  A 10$ donation is requested.  She
    was there for 15 minutes before going home with her new owner. 
    

    Talk about a suprise ending!  After finding two people who wanted
    to take in my bosses cat and having to decide between them, he throws
    us a curve and decides he can't part with the cat afterall!!!!
    
    He had named her Sweetheart a few months ack and I saw the signs
    that he was getting very attached to her.  He denied it though.
    Today he came out and told me that he didn't know how to tell the
    person that he wanted to keep the cat himself.
    
    Sweetheart has a vet's appointment next week to see if she is in
    good health so that she can be spayed.
    
    I think he will make a terrific daddy to this cat.  He certainly
    has had a different outlook since he has had her with him.  Pets
    add alot to our lives.
    Jo

    
    His name is Shawsheen E. Mac Gregor.  He is 5 years old.  He is
    a black short hair with a few white hairs on his chest.  He has
    always had the best of health care and has even had the FEVL shots.
    He is a bit timid, but once he gets to know you he will knock himself
    out to get affection (his nick name is Mr. Nuzzles).  He is lean
    and very muscular.  That characteristic combined with his VERY SHINY
    coat means he is probably the Arnold Schwartznager (sp?) of cats.
    Though he has been fixed, he still exhibits some of the characterisics
    of an unfixed male.  Therein lies the problem.  First of all, he
    will breed with my Abyssinian females.  This throws the girls out of
    heat before "mister right" even has a chance.  The second problem
    is that he sprays.  I am not sure that he would spray if he were
    not in a household where he is surrounded by female cats.  To be fair
    to any prospective owner, however, it might be best if Mr. Mac Gregor
    ("Shaw-she" for short) were an "indoor-OUTDOOR" cat.

           ***   Cat looking for a home  ****
    
    10 month old grey tiger cat needs a new home.  Mom's allergic
    and can't live in the same house, so guess who goes.  Toby is
    quite playful and energetic.  He's been tutored, er... neutered.
    Up-to-date on all his shots.
    
    Please help me find our short-haired friend a warm home.
    
    Thanks, Frank    parity::petz          247-2295

    
    re: .35
    
    I just had an inspiration.  My Abyssinian Toastie is expecting
    a litter in late March.  Perhaps I could work out a special deal
    where Mr. Mac Gregor (cat form note 415.35) and an Aby kitten could
    be adopted into a good home.  Any interest?

    
    RE: .37
    
    I would like to discuss this special deal further with you!  I have
    tried to send you mail, but your VAXmail is protected.  My phone
    is 292-2407 and my ENET is MASTER::DGERHARDT.
    
    Thanks,
    
    Deirdre Gerhardt

    I have a 6-month old tiger Kitty, named Mittens to give to a good
    home. My room mate is Very allergic to Cats so must give him away.
    
    Call at 297-5342 or send Mail to VINO::KSTEVENS
    
    

    I'd get a new room mate.

    I didn't realize this note was here when I posted my adoption notice
    for two adult cats. In case someone looks only in here, please refer
    to note 514 for further details. Must place cats soon.
    
    Steve DiPirro
    DTN 296-6645
    Enet: 3D::DIPIRRO

    I couldn't delete .-1. See notes 514 and 514.1 for an update.
    
    Steve DiPirro

    Hi,
    
    Because of a change in jobs from engineering to marketing I now
    travel at least 2 weeks a month. This has caused a problem with
    the taking care of my cat of 4 1/2 years, Saavik.
    
    I desperately need to find a good home for her as I am moving next
    month (from Worcester to Fitchburg). Anyway the details:
    
    Here name is Saavik (remember Star Trek, the movie??)
    Calico not long hair, but not short hair either, with a very slight
    tabby in the face. She is a beautiful cat, well groomed.
    
    She is spayed and declawed and a totally indoor cat (in fact she
    won't go out even if offered the opportunity!)
    She weighs in at about 10-11 lbs (kinda big, not huge) and is very
    affectionate (she loves to "knead"). She doesnt scratch furniture
    (hard anyway without claws) and is good with people after she gets
    to know them. However, she doesn't like non-cat-people. I guess
    the feeling is mutual there!
    
    She eats dry food (Happy Cat, etc) so no fuss with regard to feeding.
    
    The most important thing is that I will only place her with caring
    people who will provide her a good home (and perhaps with some
    visitation - -  :-)   )
    
    Price: FREE to aforementioned good home.
    
    Please call me at DTN 296-4379, or mail to KACIE::WAGNER or WAGNER@MRO
    
    David
    

    Due to a change in Marital Status and living facilities, I have
    (5) kittys, two that really should move now.  Both are Himalayans.
    
    Gwen is an unaltered female - seal-point:  She is a very loving
    cat, and even tho she's been living in a cattery, I feel she could
    do well as a single pet.  She knows her name and just loves to see
    you cutting food with a knife, 'cause she thinks its beef and she
    KNOWS you're gonna give her a little taste. (not too often tho)
    She's up-to-date on her shots and Feline Luk Negative.  Indoor only,
    wouldn't know how to handle the elements.  And she purrs a funny
    little purr when she sees a flying bug so you'll know when to pick
    up the fly-swatter.  She has pedigree papers, but I would be willing
    to place her "FREE" to a good home as a pet.  If you chose to have
    her altered, I'd give you her papers (after alteration/Vet note).
    
    BackTalk - unaltered male - flame-point Himalayan:  This boy is
    full of TLC.  He constantly speaks to you, rubs your legs and
    sits on the back of your chair and nuzzles your head.  He is REALLY
    full of LUV.  His "line" is excellent, but he has yet to prove himself.
    Yes, my major concern is a good home, but if you are a breeder you
    may be interested in contacting me regarding his pedigree.  
                                                 
    If interested in either, or both, please forward mail to ISTG::OGILVIE.
    They don't need to go together, even tho their in love.

    Re:  .44
    
    These two cats are beautiful....
    
    Regarding BackTalk....Cheryl got him from me as a kitten, he's the
    only Male kitten ever produced by GRC Khaszar's Double Talk of
    Cattyshack. Double Talk unfortunately had to be neutered after
    producing only 2 litters of kittens.  
    
    cin
    

    Sounds like Backtalk could be considered a collectors item of sorts.
    8^) ( one of only two litters produced ) Unfortunately I can't offer
    them a home, I have two more on the way as we speak and will be
    breeding Joui sometime soon.
    
    Home they find great homes with other noters.
    
    Jo Ann

    I guess that depends on if your breeding Himalayans.  The line is
    very well known.  Double Talk produced 4 kittens that were sold/kept
    for breeding....Back Talk, two Torties who were sisters to Back
    Talk named Shout and Whisper, and another Blue Point named Sweet
    Talk.  
    
    I used to be more creative when it came to naming kittens...I guess
    I still used the same principle, though, something that went with
    Dad's name!!!  Hmmmmm, maybe I'm doing this backwards, it's the
    female that does all the work, eh!!!   tee hee....:-)
    
    cin
    

    I've seen photos of Double Talk....wow.....(Cindy's office is almost
    as bad as mine...only her pictures are of Cat of the Year and Quintuple
    Grand Everythings.  I get Chauncey's ca-ca face!)  I'm with Jo...we
    should give some credit to Mom!
    
    If I only had the room for 2 more.......
    
    Mary

    Did I ever tell you all that I found a home for Sweetheart, the
    cat that I had advertised in this file?  He is a really nice man
    who also works here in Santa Clara.  He lives by himself and he
    just loves the cat to pieces (not literally ;^) )
    
    Today he stopped by my desk to give me a progress report.  She is
    doing just fine now... is no longer skittish and fearful, and she
    waits by the door for him to come home each evening.
    
    I just love happy endings...
    Jo

    This is for a friend's boss:
    
    	Kittens, cute, cuddly,and ready on May 24th (8 weeks).
    
    	1 - gray
    	1 - gray with white chest and face
    	2 - gray tigers (they are almost identical)
    
    I have not seen these babies yet, am afraid to, I may have to add
    to the kids I have at home, and just can't afford it right now!
    I do not know what sex they are, because they person who has them
    can't tell. 
    
    Please contact:
    
    	Marlene Conture
    	wk # 224-0200 (not a DTN)
    	hm # 224-7853 
    She lives in Concord, NH.
    
    Thanks!
    
    M-L
                                                   

    Amending Note .51
    
    	1 - gray  (going home next week, to it's new mom and dad)
    	2 - gray with white chest and face (I was told only one of these,
    	    but these are the twins) still available  
    	1 - gray tiger (not 2 as was informed) still available
    
    Mary-Lynn

	Due to sudden death of loving, caring, devoted owner, three
	marvelous scrupulously cared for felines find themselves in
	desperate need of an adopted home immediately.  

	In her Will, their Mom requested that should a home not be
	found immediately for them after her death, that they be
	humanely destroyed.

	We need an adopted family for these orphans by Monday, 18 May 1987
	AT THE LATEST!!!
	
	Please phone Jan at 617-655-1015 for details not otherwise 
	described below, if you have any inkling of possible interest.

	Thanks from a very concerned friend

	Descriptions:

		.  Blondie - georgeous WHITE Persian female, spayed
	                     marvelous disposition, goes outdoors
                             age unknown.

	        .  Tabby   - wonderful & very friendly tiger/tabby 
                             female, UNspayed, but declawed, goes
                             outdoors, age unknown.

		.  Channy  - frisky, white/black male, not neutered,
			     and heavy...approx 25 lbs., goes outdoors.
			     age unknown.  Should appeal to a New Yorker...
			     he's got that style!


	 

				< Ref: Note 415.53 >
                -< Three Felines In Desparate Need of New Home >-

	Thanks to all who responded so kindly and so generously to our cry 
	for adoptive families for Blondie, Tabby and Channy.

	As of today, two of our friends are finding themselves comfortable
	in new homes and surroundings. There is a strong possibility that the
	third will also enjoy a future as well.

	Again, we want to thank each of you for your concern, thoughtfulness,
	compassion and understanding.

    Just letting everyone know......I've found homes for the HIMALAYANS.
    My Sealpoint female is living somewhere out of Bangor, ME and Backtalk
    has been placed in a great home, with great people and other great
    animals.  
    
    I hated to see them go, but better homes I could not ask for.  Thanx!!

    
   I have a male tiger striped cat that needs a new home. His name is
    Tigger. He is not fixed. He is 16 months old and loves kids.
    
    The reason I must part with him is that when I married and moved
    I inherited a dog. Tigger hates dogs. He keeps running away from
    home.
    
    Tigger is basicly an outside cat. He loves to roam, but also
    loves alot of affection. He really is a nice pet. He gets along
    with other cats.
    
    I hope I can find him a nice home. He needs a family.
    
    For more info.
    
    Contact me on EXODUS::THOMAS
     

    
    	I live in Nashua, NH, and I have a kitten I must give away because
    they are not allowed in my apartment building. (I thought I might
    be able to get away with it but was wrong)	It is a 10-week old
    Male, grey and white tiger kitten.  He has never been outside and
    has no problem using the litter box.  This kitten is very affectionate,
    he follows me around the apartment whenever I'm home.  Whomever
    takes him can also have his food dish and litter box.  I really
    don't want to give him away but I have no choice, It's either him
    or me.  And I'd really rather not have to bring him to the animal
    shelter.
    
    Please send any inquiries soon to SCRIBE::CAMERON  DTN 381-2660
    
    				Thank you,
    
    					Bob.......

    I'm posting this adoption for Dick Field DTN 521-4400, (408) 748-4400.
    
    He has two 5-6 week old kittens to find homes for.  They are mixed 
    breed kittens with medium length fur.
    
         1 male, all black w/blue eyes (how long before eye color is set)
         1 male, black & white w/blue eyes
    
    I have it on good authority from Dick that these kittens are very
    lovable.  He'd like to find homes for them very soon so please call
    or send mail to SCRUZ::CORDESJA or WR2FOR::FIELDDI if you are interested.
         
    Jan
    

	Aren't there any cats/kittens for sale/adoption in here
	in the UK ?

	Are there *NO* cats at all looking for a home ???

	CJA

    A breeder friend of mine has several adult persian cats that she
    wants to place in good homes for the price of spaying.  She will
    have the cats spayed before they are given away.  These cats are
    located in White Plains NY, but I'm sure she will ship them where
    necessary for them to have good homes.  
    
    For more information, send mail to me at DONJON::SCHREINER or call
    at DTN: 273-3187.
    
    I think most of the cats available are between 3 and 6 years old.
    
    purrs
    cin
    

    My brother has 5 kittens to find good loving homes for, and I want
    to help.  They are all male, all but 1 are black with white markings,
    the "1" is white with black markings.  My favorite is black with
    white paws and a white diamond on his forehead.  All have beautiful
    blue, blue eyes!  They will be ready for their new home in about
    3-4 weeks! They have short hair.  Anyone interested???  They are
    located in the Leominster area.  If interested, send mail to
    TARKIN::BOUCHER.  
    

  Will their eyes stay blue, blue?? -- When we got our previous kitten, her
eyes were blue, but turned green at about 12 weeks -- I have been looking for 
a white kitten with blue eyes -- and would love to be able to add ONE more
kitten to the troops (we have 3 cats now) I'll give you a call.

    I don't know if their eyes will stay blue, the mother has the most
    beautiful green eyes i've ever seen.  So i assume the father had
    the blue eyes!  
    

    More than likely the eyes will not stay blue.  All kittens are born
    with blue eyes and the eyes begin turning around 12 - 14 weeks.
    Unless the father was white with blue eyes or had some
    siamese/himalayan genes then it is more likely the kittens will
    have green or copper eyes.
    
    cin
    

    
    please see note 630.0 - four kittens, free to a good home...
    

	Grey longhaired Silver Tabby male (neutered)
	approximately 8 years old
	Currently residing at a veterinarian's in Watertown (MA) area.

	 This little guy was abused in a previous life and has spent the
     last  two  years  living wild under an automobile. A friend of mine
     and her sister have been feeding him and getting him to trust them.
     He is now at the veterinarians where he has been shaved (to get rid
     of the matted coat) and is returning to health. Although he is very
     shy, he is also very affectionate.  

	 He will  be  released  to a situation where he can be an indoor
     cat,  preferably  an only cat. He would make an ideal companion for
     an older person.  

	 The person adopting this cat must be willing to put up with his
     idiosyncracies  - he has very vew teeth - most have been broken. He
     also has chronic sinusitis which has not responded to treatment. As
     a  result,  he  snores.  He gets a couple of drops of Neosynephrine
     each day.

	He is up-to-date on all is shots and is otherwise healthy.

	 Call Elaine  at  617-589-2801  (days)  or  Elaine  or Catherine
     (Elaine's sister) at 617-926-3197 (nites).
	

    Blue-eyed white persian/himalayan kitten for sale.  Mother was a
    persian, Dad was a Himmy.  14 weeks old.  This is a male kitten,
    and he will keep his blue eyes.  There was an odd-eyed kitten and
    a copper eyed cream also, so the eyes are their true color now.
    He is not deaf!!!
    
    He is located in Fitchburg, with a friend who got the original parent
    cats from me.  This kitten is not registered, but he is a purebred
    persian.  I believe she is asking $125, but the price may not be
    firm.
    
    For info call: 617-343-8481 and ask for Peggy
    
    cin
    

Free kittens in Colorado Springs!  Adorable, all female.  Only four left.

2 short-hair black and white.
2 short-hair black, one with little gray hairs on feet.

7 weeks old.

Call (303)635-7620 (a friend's house)
    
    These kittens are the product of a stray mother.  My friends took in
    the mother and are having her spayed.  They are keeping her, but
    need homes for her offspring.
    
    Thanks!
                 Carol

    			Free grey kittens
    
    
    I have six kittens looking for a home.  They were born on June 12, 1987.  
    Presently 5 weeks old.  Mother is a short hair, father ???
    
    All kittens are grey.

    Two are completely grey
    Two are mostly grey with white feet, white patch on belly and some white in 
    face.
    Two are mostly grey, white feet, and some white streaks (look like mom)

    They live in Berlin, MA
    Home phone 838-2684
    Work phone 493-4215, DTN 223-4215

    Paul

    
    Sweet beautiful all black long hair female (Shadow) and
    
    handsome male gray tiger (Cherokee) have been abandoned and need
    
    homes.  Both are 4 months old.  They are temporarily residing in
    
    Belmont, MA.   If you are interested in adopting either of these
    
    lovely animals, please call 
    
    		Annette  (home # 484-4428)
    		Ron	 (dtn    236-2672)

    
    3 very friendly, 7 week old kittens in Westford need good homes.
    2 have black and white mixed fur and 1 is grey with faint tiger
    markings.  I know the grey is a female, but I forget the gender
    of the black and white pair.
    
    We adopted one of their litter-mates to be a companion to our 5 week
    old and so far he has been a great kitten.  The kittens are litter
    box trained, weaned (of course), and very clean.  They have not
    been to the Vet for any checkups or shots.
    
    I'm putting this note in for the people who own these kittens, so
    please direct your inquiries to them:
    
    	Jim and Janis Deveny
        (617)692-6613
    

    			-< FREE TO A GOOD HOME >-
    
    I have a 5 year old, grey striped female (spayed) short hair tabby 
    that needs a good home.  "Starzan" currently lives in Waltham, Mass., 
    but I am moving to a new apartment which does not permit pets.  Also,
    my girlfriend is *extremely* allergic (but *loves* cat; a terrible
    problem!)  "Starzan" has been an indoor cat due to the urban nature
    of Waltham, but has developed a great desire to explore the outdoors
    of late.  She is an excellent mouser.  She is shy with strangers,
    but very affectionate to those she lives with.  I move at the end
    of August, so I need to find a place for her soon.  If you're
    interested, please send mail to:
    
    TALLIS::DUTTON,  or call me at:
    
    DTN 226-6988
        891-6956 (evenings; or to leave messages)
    
    Thanks!
    Todd
    

    My family and I are being relocated to Japan around October 1.
    We can't take our cat with us because he is an outside cat and
    we don't think he would survive in Japanese traffic.  If you or
    anyone you know would be interested in taking him please contact
    me.

    The particulars are:
    
    Location:	29 Martin St, Acton, MA.
    Phone:	H-(617)-263-2916	W-DTN-381-1113
    Name:	Shogun  (remember the miniseries)
    Genger:	male neutered
    Age:	about 6 years
    Coat:	short hair, gray/brown
    Breed:	1/2 siamese, 1/2 tabby
    Size:	medium
    Endearing traits:	Only understands Japanese. However, this is 
    			not a problem, because as you know, cats 
    			don't come when they're called anyway. Also
    			Loves to romp in the grass.
    Other:	Outside cat. 
    
    Even if you are not interested,  we would appreciate it if you
    could ask you friends and colleagues,  because we are quite
    attached to Shogun and want him to have a good home.
    
    F. Avery Bishop,
    VAXmail address NIPPON::BISHOP (or SPTNIK::BISHOP)
    

    
    

	A friend of mine who works at the St. Francis House day shelter
	for homeless people, rescued two kittens last week from "a really 
        off-the-wall" guy as she put it.  These kittens are not even six 
	weeks old.  She needs to find them a home quickly.

	I spent some time with them over the weekend and they are very
	sweet.  The male is grey and white and already purrs when he is
	petted.  He doesn't like to be held up in the air and will cry
	loudly if you do so.  The female is black and white, and slightly
	smaller than her brother.  I was making little kitty-calling 
	sounds to them, and I must have hit the magic tone, because
	they both turned around at the same time and just stared at me
	entranced until I stopped!  They both will look very directly
	at people and if you talk to them it looks like they are trying
	to understand.  The little female had some dirt in the corner of
	her eye, so I decided to wet a tissue with warm water and wipe
	it off.  I started to wipe her face and she just spaced right out,
	eyes closed and purring.  It must have felt like mom washing her
	face.  I did this to both of them for a little while and they loved
	it.  

	They are very sweet babies and we would like to place them together
	if possible.  Please, if you can't adopt them, check around with
	your friends and co-workers.  You can reach me by Vaxmail at the
	above node address.

	Thanks much,

	Carole

	P.S.  If you are wondering why my friend Ronnie isn't keeping them
	      it's because she already has ten of these kitty faces to feed
	      everyday.  And I can't take them a) because I already have
	      five and b) we are fighting a battle with FIP (Buster Brown's
	      titer readings have been high the last two times they were
	      checked) and babies' systems are just too susceptible to 
	      viruses.  The vet said it would not be a good idea to bring
	      any kittens into the house.
    
              ***  I have also entered this as a separate note ***

Nutmeg is a 1 and 1/2 year old spayed female with a very beautiful coat.

She has become a real sweetheart:  taught herself (and me!) to play "fetch"
and in addition to bringing her favorite toy, she will deposit in front of
me whatever the day's catch is.  That ranges from a proudly delivered dead
leaf from a living room plant to a real prize -- an occasional fly (alas for
Nutmeg, we have no mice).  She seems to know that the fly is "real game"
because her hunting cry/growl is especially agitated until I tell her what
a good hunter she is and "accept" delivery of the "gift."

She also much prefers to sleep on a people bed (better if occupied by people!)
than any of the various cat beds/perches available for her.

I think Nutmeg would be happiest as an "only cat."

Nutmeg lives in Cambridge.

    
    
    RE: .77 & .78
    
    Yes, I am located in Acton (Nagog).  The kittens are in Framingham
    MA and would be delivered to their new home.  I also want to add
    here that I am willing to sponsor their initial vet bills (checkup
    and shots).
    
    Carole
    

    FOR SALE:
    
    KITTENS:  Persian/Hybrid females - (1) Shaded-tortie (silver tortie
    and (1) Blue-Cream Smoke.  Shots and CFA registered.  
    
    Mom is a Chinchilla Persian and Dad is a Flame-Point Himalayan,
    "Backtalk" you may have read about in previous 415 notes. 
    
    These kittens are simply adorable, loving, playful and healthy.
    The Blue-Cream Smoke lets you do anything to her, she is so docile,
    while the Tortie is a bit more mischievious and likes to pat your
    ankles when you open the can of catfood.
    
    If interested, please send mail to ISTG::OGILVIE

    
    A friend is moving and she is looking for a home for the cat that
    adopted her.  
    
    	FREE:  female kitten, orange tabby, medium hair, unknown breed,
    	about 4 months old.  Great personality.  She is named Porche.
    
    	This kitten has been a barn cat, loves the horses.  She is totally
    	unflappable.  She got moved from VT to MA and didn't even get
    	upset.  She likes dogs (she is currently living with 3 german
    	shepherds).  She loves to be held.  She purrs continuously.
    	She was just taken for a vet check and passed with plying colors.
    	She is very curious (of course aren't all cats?).
    	
    	Porche is currently in Greenfield MA, but can come to Brookline
    NH any weekend.  If you are interested, contact me, and I will get
    in touch with the person that has her.  
    
    Sherry Namoglu
    DTN 381-1435                                         
    STAR::NAMOGLU
                 
    

    My Mom lost her Himilayan a couple of months ago.  I am now looking
    to 
    I am now off looking for a couple of seal points if possible.  However
    the color is not really a problem.
    
    Please get back to me if you know of any...these would definitely
    be pets, inside, the best of homes.
    
    Please contact me at MILVAX::nickerson.
    
    Thanks
    

    
    
    re: .77
    
    Both of these kittens have been adopted by FELINE noters.  Thank
    you both so much, and enjoy the little ones!
    
    Carole
    

    Posted for Angela Smith :
    
    A friend of mine, Ina Garrigan, found a kitty and is looking for
    a home.  The kitty is about 6 weeks old.  Ina took it to the vet
    since it appeared hurt (looked like it fell). Kitty is healthy,
    but if anything happens and there isn't a match, Ina will gladly
    take her back, but she already has three kittens, and this one needs
    some attention.  She is black with orange markings, short hair,
    about 6 weeks old.  So if you know of anyone who might be interested,
    pls call Ina directly at 453-7388.  You can reach her days since
    she is at school at night.  The vet said the kitty is fine.
    
    Angela
    

    could you please mention the location/vicinity? Also, is the phone
    number a DTN or outside number?
    
    Deb

    re .89 and .90
    
    Ina lives in Lowell, MA.  The number is an outside telephone.

    Free Kitten, Longhaired, striped, female, double front paws, 6 mos.
    old.  Sweet disposition but shy.
    
    If interested contact 603-429-0780 (Merrimack,NH).
    

    Animal City in the Worcester Center Galleria has 8 kitties
    to 'give away'.  They're yours for either:
    
    1.  A $15 contribution to any charity or humane org.  Bring proof
         of donation.
    
    or
    
    2.  A $15 purchase of merchandise in the store.
    
    
    Three of the eight are siamese kittens.  The terms for these are
    different.  A kitten is yours for a $30 purchase in the store.
    Supposedly, a siamese breeder had to move and couldn't sell the
    kittens in time so she 'donated' them to Animal City.  I asked if
    they came with papers and they said no.   Anyway, this is probably
    a good deal for those of you who want a special breed for a house-
    hold pet, but can't/don't want to spend the usual amount.
    
     

    A woman in my office needs to find a home for a Blue-Point Siamese
    Cat.
    
    The cat is a neutered male, declawed and well taken care off.  He
    is four years old, extremely independent and would be a good cat
    for an individual or a couple.
    
    She works in Woburn and lives in Peabody.  I would be willing to
    transport the animal if there is a need.  
    
    Send mail to DECXPS::COMAK if you are interested.
    
    

My wife and I have a female Sealpoint Siamese that we would like to
place in a good home. Sake is 5 years old, spayed, declawed in the
front and current on all shots. She is affectionate but alittle timid.

We are willing to take her back if she doesn't work out in her new home.
If interested, send mail to SSDEVO::WOESTEHOFF

					Keith       

    re .93
    
    I have seen the cage of kitties they have at Animal City in the
    Worcester Galleria.  I thought it was really nice that they were
    asking for donations to charities instead of making a profit.  But
    I feel I have to warn anyone who gets a kitty there.  Over half
    of the kitties in the cage were LOADED with ear mites.  Because
    I've had to deal with this problem twice I look at a kitty's ears
    automatically.  I'm sure the Siamese kitties from the breeder are
    healthy, but put them in that environment for long and they won't be.
    
    If you do go there, please check their ears.  Ear mites can be
    expensive.

    

   There is a 14 year old seal point siamese (neutered male) cat with 
   diabetes that needs a home. The diabetes is stable, he requires 
   insulin once a a day. He is declawed on the front paws. 

   He has a wonderful friendly personality. Looks and acts much younger 
   than 14. He comes with an 'unconditional cat-back guarrantee', that 
   is, if for any reason, at any time, you can't keep him, bring him 
   back to the hospital. He has been at the hospital for four months now
   waiting for someone to adopt him.

   He can be seen at Great Road Veterinary Hospital in Acton, MA. (263-0553)

   

    We have 4 black persians males, age 9 weeks.  They have had their
    first series of shots and will have the second before they go. 
    We will also do the third shot if you wish.  These little guys are
    beautiful and very lovable.  Price $250.00 with a neuter agreement.
    
    The boys are in Salem, N.H. and an appointment to see them can be
    made by contacting me at TOXMAN::MECLER.  

         Litter of four kittens-very young (details follow)
               (taken)  2= All white with blue eyes (at the moment)
                     *  1= Gold/White markings
                     *  1= Gray/White/Black striped very different

  My hubbie and I went Pelham Saturday (beautiful drive) and picked up
the two white kitties with blue eyes.  We couldn't stand the thought
of breaking them up --- they are skittish but learning to play with their
new toys -- and boy do they love to eat.  We put them down in our favorite
room -- the family room -- with the Franklin stove on with their food
and cat house and kitty litter -- they were not trained but have learned
over the weekend that the litter box was not just for - and not just an another
nice place to lie(lay?) -- the other three cats keep their distance and are
not really sure what they are yet -- but only one cat does any growling
and hissing but then backs away.  We've made the sure the older 3 cats get
extra loving and special treats --  I spoke to my 89 year father about what
we brought home and there was dead silence -- "hello, hello, Dad, did you 
hear me" -- yep, yep I hear you -- my goodness what a house full", then he
starting laughing as he visualized the household.  We're so happy but 
probably end up broke -- oh well, they are all worth it.

* We had to really close our eyes when the gold/white marking kitten wanted
to come with us -- there are still 2 available -- and more to come -- as
the Officer is picking up more wild ones this week.

Also the cat with broken leg is being taken my the Dog/Cat Officer to the
vet's to be fixed and it appears she is going to adopt him/her(?) -- 

I just to say that Marilyn Matheson of the Pelham Animal Shelter is very
caring and she mentioned that she does not put the animals to sleep -- she
keeps them.  She only asks that a donation be made to the Shelter when you
adopt one of the animals.  

		Mother of Five (I'm crazy right?) 
		and one teenager!! (yikes)

Re .100
>		Mother of Five (I'm crazy right?) 
>		and one teenager!! (yikes)


No, you're not crazy -- or if you are, then what does that make me
with six (and then there's the four dogs as well, talk about a
busy household)!!!

Having multiple pets means some more work and expense, but the reward
in love makes it a bargain...


Jan
'Mother of 10'  (includes the turtle)

    My mother was at the Sterling animal shelter last week Where she
    picked up my new kitten, Tabbatha.  They had several kittens there 
    up for adoption.  Two more completely black kittens, ~6weeks old,
    Part siamese.  One morris about 6 months old.  These are all I can
    remember, but I know there were more.  anyone who is interested
    can write and I will give them directions to the shelter.
    
    Holly

    
    2 littermates.  Gold/white kitten and a Gray/White/Black striped
    one.  Must be about 10 weeks now.  Angora cross nice and fluffy.
    Their other 2 littermates were already adopted by a fellow noter.
    
    Gray tiger kitten.
    
    Another gold/white kitten whom is the opposite in color from the
    above gold/white.
    
    She also asked me to put in a "special note" for the cat she has
    there with a broken leg.  This cat is in desperate need a good heart
    to adopt it.  The cat has had the broken leg for quite some time
    now (and she was going to try to find the owners because of their
    abuse).  Needs someone that could give it a good home that it so
    deserves.  Shelter is willing to help finance vet bill to have the
    cat treated.  Owner would end up paying roughly 1/4 of the bill.
    Is a tabby type cat and truly needs some TLC.  
    
    Will have more kittens as she was setting a have a hart trap this
    afternoon to try and catch a litter in the wild before the winter
    hits us......
    
    Any interests contact me at above node..........

    .100 indicates that the cat with the broken leg was going to
    be adopted by the animal officer.  What's the true situation?
    
    Donna

    re: .105  perhaps there are two animal shelters (and two cats with
    a broken leg).  The Hudson Animal Shelter had a cat with a broken
    leg, but the lady there just told me that that cat was put to sleep.
     It looks like the cat that "the animal officer was planning to
    adopt" was at the Pelham Animal Shelter?
    
    If people post notes about adoptable cats, please be specific about
    where they are.  Thanks.
    

    Sadly, I am looking for a new home for Shadow.  Shadow is a 10 year
    old black Persian female.  She is very loving and affectionate but
    does not do well with a lot of other cats.  Since we have a cattery,
    Shadow is not as happy as she can be.  
    
    Shadow has not been spayed yet.  Although she has been bred multiple
    times in the past two years, she has not become pregnant.  It would
    be a good idea to have her spayed to avoid problems with ovarian
    cysts.  If you would want us to have her spayed, you can have her
    for the cost of the spaying; otherwise, she is free to a good home
    where she can feel as loved as she is but doesn't have to share
    with a group.
    
    She does tend to be good with another cat but more than that she's
    not too keen.
    
    We are in Salem, N.H. I can be reached through TOXMAN or at DTN
    251-1076.
    
    Frank

    Re: .105 Robbins tells me off-line that the cat with the broken
    leg who needs help is at the Pelham Animal Shelter.
    

    Elaine, are you reading this?
    
    	;-)

    A Friend of my wife's has this entry. She heard about our
    "reputation"..
    
    Here is is:
    
    Please adopt me. I am adorable, fixed male Siamese cat (4 yrs) named
    KATO. Seeking a loving sweet home. I've had all my shots, and
    absolutely adore tots. If you're interested in adopting me, please
    call:
    
    (603) 886-8886 and ask for Mr. or Mrs. Enquist
    
    P.S. My owner is moving and can't bring me. Without a home (soon),
    I'll be put to sleep.
    --------------------
    
    Can anyone help this cat? (we don't know why there is a restriction
    on taking him with them..)
    
    Bryan
    
    love,
    Kato.

    Someone has just contacted about a kitten found in the
    parking lot of their apartment complex.  She cannot have
    pets in her apartment and she said her 2-year old twins
    are rather rough with the kitten so she would like to
    find it a good home.
    
    SEX:  Not sure
    
    COLOR:  Mostly white with some black markings on stomach and
            head.  Finder thinks it looks something like a money
            cat.  If so, then chances are it's a female.
    
    HAIR:  Not long-hair, but longer than the average short-hair,
           very silkly soft.
    
    AGE:  No more than several weeks old, possibly younger.
    
    LOCATION:  Arlington, Massachusetts   Finder would be willing
               to deliver the kitten within a reasonable distance.
    
    The kitten is very affectionate and playful.  The finder would
    really like to find the kitten a good home.  She can be reached
    in the evenings at 646-8384.  Oh yes, her name is Lynn Cummings.
    
    Regards,
    Donna

    
    Beautiful 7 week old kitten.  Looks like a fluffy tri-colored
    Calico.  Currently at the former animal control's home in Pelham.
    Was up for adoption and then taken off as they were going to keep
    the kitten but the animal population at the house is getting out
    of hand.  
    
    Any interests contact me at above node....
    

    Yes, Penn I am - do ya think I need annuda one??  Anyhoo, I did
    send mail offering to be a temporary shelter for a couple of
    kittens, but never heard back  -  also, from what I understand
    there is no Pelham Animal Shelter, but what there was, was a
    Pelham Dog Pound.  A horse of another color I guess.  Dog
    Pounds function very differently from Animal Shelters.
    
    All of the babies in these notes sound so beautiful!  They
    all are potential Morris Winners!!
    
    E.T.
    

    
    Wonderful cat needs a home.  I acquired this cat (details in another
    note) thinking he was a feral, totally outdoor animal.  He is not.
    
    He is a neutered male.  He has very long, extremely silky grey hair.
    He is fairly large, maybe 12-15lbs.  He is quite Persian in appearance-
    broad head, compact body, small ears.  His eyes are more oval than
    is typical for a Persian, so I doubt that he is a purebred.
    
    We have several names for him - Jelly Doughnut, Creampuff, Lord
    Greykat.  He comes to none of them.  That is pretty much irrelevant,
    though, since he will sit still for hours and is just delighted
    if you walk over and pick him up.  He sits very still while he is
    being groomed.  He is totally calm around other cats, not so much
    as a growl was heard when he saw my girls.
    
    This is a very mellow animal. I suspect he would be very good with
    children.  He purrs readily, and is quite talkative.  I think he
    would do well as either an indoor or indoor/outdoor cat.
    
    He has a very muscular build, and his coat is in excellent condition
    considering he was living outdoors.  He is getting daily grooming
    and is looking better all the time.  His ready acceptance of grooming,
    his at-ease nature with other animals and unfamiliar people, and
    his striking appearance would suggest that he would do well in a
    HHP show.
    
    I would guess that he is around four years old.  I am willing
    to get his shots and any other necessary vet care done prior to
    his adoption.  
    
    He is living in Shirley, Mass.  I will deliver within reasonable
    distance.
    
    Rita
    

    Due to the fact that I am trying to find a place to rent
    around the Worcester area that allows pets (I have 4 dogs
    and 3 cats and another cat showed up on the doorstep 2 weeks
    ago) I need to reduce my animal population somewhat.  
    
    I would like to find a good home for the stray which is a
    an extremely affectionate female light calico with a white
    face and paws that is about 6 months old.  She is a real
    sweetheart but I just can't keep her.
    
    The other one I'd like to find home for is a 6 months old
    long haired black male kitten who is a real lover.  He needs
    to be spoiled and have a lot of attention.  He gets along with
    all of my dogs (from the Doberman down to the terrier) so living
    with other animals is no problem.
    
    I need to find homes for them fairly soon as I am having to\
    find a place to move into immediately.  
    
    chris
    

    Hi,
    
    As a favor to a friend (a DEC employee who is on maternity leave),
    I am advertising her cat she wishes to find a home for.
    
    This kitty is a neutered female, about 5 years old.  She is a calico
    with very pretty coloring (orange, dark grey and white) and is a
    friendly cat.  
    
    Unfortunately, this cat has never been considered "one of the family"
    by her owner - some people should never get animals - and since
    I have 3 of my own, I can't take her.
    
    Since I love all cats, I think it would be an honor to gain her
    love and trust, she is good with children, but I fear she has suffered some
    abuse from a toddler (another reason I would love to see her placed
    happily in a loving home).
    
    This cat currently lives in Hudson, MA and she is healthy with a truely
    beautiful coat.
    
    If you are interested, or know of anyone who is partial to "money"
    cats, please contact me and I will put you in touch with the owner.
    
    Tracey (DTN 225-4615)
                                           

    Hi,
    
    I am looking for a home for a stray grey female angora cat who showed
    up at my door a couple of months ago.  I moved into my house last spring
    with one cat that I've had since it was 6 weeks old.  She is very
    protective of her domain.  Since, I have adopted one stray male
    who Spaz tolerates.  This grey angora is an outcast, and
    as much as I would gladly keep it, Spaz and Moonface do not treat
    it very well and would rather place it in a home where she can be
    given attention.  She definitely would rather be inside than out,
    although she is surviving quite well outside.  She can't be much
    older than a year, about 6 lbs.  She's a beautiful cat, but needs
    extensive grooming since her fur is tangled from being outdoors.
    She appears to have had a collar on, so I assume she was dropped
    off in our neighborhood.  I have a real problem turning her over
    to a shelter, but it breaks my heart to leave her outdoors.  I've
    brought her in when it has been very cold (much to the chagrin of
    Spaz), feed her regularly and give her as much attention as I can.
    She's relatively friendly given the environment that she has had
    to endure recently.  The only time she growled at me was when I
    had to put her outside!  I have no idea whether she is spayed or
    has had shots of any kind.
    
    I live in Marlboro, but will deliver her within a reasonable driving
    distance, up to an hour from Marlboro.  
    
    Please contact me at SMAUG::RIO and will make arrangements.  It
    would make my Christmas season to place this cutie!
    
    Thanks,
    dr
    

    	Mugsie is the two-month-old son of our siamese lady and the
    gray scruff-ball she had her first fling with.  His sisters have
    found homes but the first people who wanted him had to cancel and
    the family that adopted him quickly learned why the landlord specified
    no cats - an allergy.  He is sweet, likes to kiss and ride on shoulders
    and get attention (or play by himself) and likes other cats.  He
    has had his first shots and has no fleas.  He will be a medium-
    or long-haired grey with white markings and greenish eyes.  Four
    are enough, will someone out there love him ?
    	Boston area.  Send mail to BOEHM::MEYER

    
    In need of new home:
                        Neutered male.  Gray with long hair has the
                        appearance of a Persian.  A little over a year
                        old has been brought up an in indoor cat.
    
                        Orange/white large female.  Spayed and declawed.
                        Has the Morris appearance.  Must be an indoor
                        cat.
    
    Any interests respond to above node......

I hope someone is this file can help my wife and I find a good home
    for  the following cat:
    
    Sex:	unknown
    
    Color:	solid gray tabby with white boots and chest
    
    Hair:	short-hair
    
    Age:	approximately 1 year
    
    Location:	Shirley, MA
    
    This cat appeared at our apartment house this spring as a kitten.
    The building has a no pets rule.  However, some other tenants and
    ourselves would feed it when we saw it.  It is very friendly with
    cat-loving people.  It loves to be held or crawl around your neck.
    It has a very loud purr.
    
    It seems to be in excellent health.  It's coat is very thick.  It
    hasn't been declawed.
    
    With winter coming on, we've become very concerned about how it
    will survive.  We put an ad in the local paper but there were no
    claimers.
    
    We suspect that it hasn't been neutered. 
    
    We would really be relieved if we could find it a good home.  
    
    I forgot, since it seems to be an outdoor cat, a good situation
    would be where it would be able to be outside for part/much of the
    day but still have shelter.
    
    Please contact me at PROSE::MARSHALL or dtn 264-7231.  Or you could
    call us at home between the hours of 4 - 9 pm at 617-425-9882.
    
    We would be glad to deliver the cat to you. 
    
    Thanks,
    
    Ed Marshall

My mother's friend may have to find a new home for her 2 Siamese cats.  Turns
out this woman developed "asthma" many years ago when she inherited the cats
from her mother. Now it seems the "asthma" may really be an allergy to cats and
her doctor wants her to get rid of the cats. They are both fixed males aged 10
and 13 and are located in New York City; they were both taken in as strays many
years ago.  I've never met the cats, but they are certainly well adjusted to
living in a small space.

Any help will be appreciated since the consequences may be dire if we can't
find a good home for them.  Please contact me if interested.
    
Pam
223-8671

FOR SALE:

Adorable, affectionate Burmese kittens:

	beautiful platinum MALE (loves to have his tummy rubbed) 

	adorable cream MALE (BIG beautiful eyes, and very
	adventurous exploring corners of the house) 

	my favorite of the litter, cream FEMALE, named Snoopy 'cause 
	she gets into everything, and is always the first to come say 
	hello to me, and already crawls into my lap to sleep....
	
12 weeks old, first 2 shots, CFF registered, $300.00 (as pets, with 
neuter agreement).  Must be seen, the colors (rare in Burmese) are beautiful!!

Diane Loomis
DTN 226-6280
home 617-893-2949

    Through Derry Humane:
    
            2 Himilayan brothers.  Almost 2 years of age.  Both neutered
    and have all their shots.  Owner wants them to be kept together.
    Have papers....
    
    Call Barbara McCarthy at (603) 432-5548 or contact me at above node...

Location: Nashua, NH
Breed:	  Domestic Short Hair
Color:	  Black and Orange with white
Coat:     Calico
Sex:	  Female
Neutered: Unknown
Shots:	  Unknown
Age:      Unknown (probably a little over a year old)
         
        This cat is a stray staying in the basement of a friend's apartment
        building.  She is on the small size, affectionate, friendly and
        very pretty and needs a good home. She also needs a good bath, but
        I can give her one before adoption, if you'd prefer.
        
        Contact Bob Lockridge  DTN: 264-0086
        		       Home 603/889-7128 (Nashua, NH)
               		       Node SAVAGE::LOCKRIDGE	 	

    Sorry to hear you having problems with your kittens, I would love
    to take one,two or even three off you, (I am currently having problems
    finding kittens, but I guess its impractical to fly them over to
    the UK !!  The thought was there, I hope you find a decent home for
    them.
    
    Shaz
    

    I am entering this note for a DEC colleague who is not a noter.
    
    ------------------------------------------------------------------------
    
    URGENT:  I have two lovely altered male brothers who desperately
    need a new home.  I have a 4 year old daughter and am expecting
    another child.  These are INDOOR/OUTDOOR cats, mostly outdoor.
    These cats pre-date my husband, who is not a real cat-lover.
    
    These cats need a loving environment where they can freely share
    the family living space (and not be kept in the basement, which
    has become necessary at our house during inclement weather).
    
    Description:  10 years old...
    	Brother 1:  Looks like "Morris"
    	Brother 2:  Tan and very fluffy short hair.
    
    THESE TWO CATS *LOVE* AFFECTION.  "THEY SOUND LIKE MOTOR BOATS!"
    And they are very good with children.
    
    Please contact directly:  Rhoda  GLINKA::PHILLIPS
    				     DTN 223-6594
    				     home 617-275-5159
    
    THESE CATS MUST BE PLACED SOON or else...
    
    

    
    Could I be as bold to ask what does "or else" mean?
    
               

    re: .139 re: .139's "or else"
    
    The current owners of these two cats were at their wits' ends
    about what to do, and they were certain that no one would ever
    be willing to take two older cats... so they thought they had
    no option but to, well, you know...
    
    I convinced them to give good ole FELINE a try (and also try a
    free "Giveaways" ad in the TAB [Boston area suburban paper])
    and hold off doing anything drastic until they see what options
    might be available.
    
    	...help?...

    Re: .140
    
    Be careful of free giveaways.  I've heard that's how some animals
    wind up in research labs.  The local newspaper out here recommends
    that you always ask for $10 or $15 per cat to avoid that.  What
    exactly is their problem?  The husband just doesn't like the cats,
    or what?
    

    re: .140, .139, .138
    
    Karen, thanks for the warning about giveaways.  I never thought
    about that.  Actually, that is how I placed Nutmeg, but did I
    ever interview thoroughly!  And she found a great home -- she and
    new Mom were in love forever within a week (this was Nutmeg who
    had to be shown in a carrier because she was *so* shy because of
    the other cats, but once in a house of her very own... ;-)
    
    As for the two brothers who are in *desperate* need of a new home...
    
    My understanding (and Rhoda is not in the office just now) is that
    the cats pre-date the husband, and with the child and one-on-the-way,
    the cats are not responding well to being left alone in the basement
    when the weather is too severe for them to prowl around outside.
    One of them has taken to leaving "little tokens of disappreciation"
    I guess we could say.  My guess is that the cats just need a new
    home with people who really care for them the way it used to be
    for them.  Now there are other priorities, probably partly triggered
    by hubbies dislike of cats, plus the new human children.
    
    I think that Rhoda would be willing to allow a trial period of
    2 weeks -- it it didn't turn to true love, well, then she'd just
    be back where she started.  Also, she will, of course, provide all
    the accoutrements -- litter box, etc.
    
    She doesn't believe anyone will want them.  Let's prove her WRONG!

    Well, sounds like it's the husband who doesn't really want them.
    Previous note describing the two cats stated they get along great
    with children so it's not for that reason.  As for their "tokens
    of disapproval" left in the basement, (I know this may sound dumb
    but) has a litter box been placed down there for their use?
    
    A suggestion if they really wanted to keep those cats would be to
    provide some sort of shelter (in garage, shed, porch or side of
    house where wind doesn't come full force) for those inclement days.
    Then the cats would have someplace to get out of the weather but
    still have access to their great outdoors they seem to love.
    
    Pat
    (who-would-rather-cut-off-her-right-arm-than-part-with-her-pets)
    

    I have 4 very friendly (and incredibly cute!) kittens for adoption.
    They are short-hair mixed breeds (part Tabby) with beautiful coats.
    All were born Dec. 13 and are litter-box trained.
    
    Contact KEN CURIE::FREEMAN at DTN 297-5199 or Penny Pounder at
    (617) 396-9709.
    
    P.S.  These cats currently live in Medford.

    Does anyone have or know of any adoptable kittens in the
    Framingham area?  My chiropractor lost (as in 'died') his
    cat just before the holidays.  He has just started looking
    for a new kitten but is having trouble locating kittens.
    He has been able to find plenty of older cats in the 
    shelters.  I have tried to persuade him to adopt one of
    these older ones, to no avail.
    
    You can contact me at 223-7978 or VAXWRK::DUDLEY.
    
    Donna

    This system is amazing!  All 4 kittens have been promised new homes;
    only the mother is left to place.  She's about 1 year old, a grey
    tabby, very affectionate and active.
    
    If interested, contact KEN CURIE::FREEMAN at DTN 297-5199 or Penny
    Pounder at (617) 396-9709.
    
    Again, the cats live in Medford, MA.
    
    Ken

    Are the "kittens" altered?  If not, that might help.  (What happened
    to the first two cats?)
    

    Y'all don't know me, so I'll give a quick intro.  My name is Sara,
    I love all animals, not just cats, and have had scads of pets of
    various persuasions most all my life.
    
    I'm writing to try to find a home for a cat that appeared mysteriously
    in my yard Sat. 6 Feb.  I've got a husband who merely likes animals
    (as opposed to loves them) and doesn't want another cat; and a grown
    female cat (Breda) who *strongly* objects to sharing with any other
    feline, so I can't keep him.
    
    The cat in question is male, about half-grown, orange, short-haired,
    of no particular breed that I can determine.  He is skinny and his
    coat feels kinda dirty, but I'm sure some TLC will help that.  His
    eyes and ears seem clear, I've not gotten any flea bites from him
    (but fleas generally leave me alone) and his general health, aside
    from what's mentioned above, seems okay, tho he's not been exam'd.
    
    He has no collar.  He is VERY affectionate, the kind who wants to climb
    up in your lap and hide his head under your wing.  Right now he
    is living in my garage at night, in Westford Mass.; but on Wednesday,
    if I can't find him a home (and if a friend can't take him in
    temporarily, she's marrying a cat-allergic guy in May) I'll have
    to take him to an animal shelter.       
    
    *I* think some ^%$&)(&*^#$& person dumped him in the "country",
    which is how we acquired Breda.  I'd like to find the person who
    did that, and let him or her spend a night tied to a tree in my
    backyard.  It was 10 below the morning after he appeared.
    
    So, if you think you might be interested, please send MAIL, to
    		ULTRA::THIGPEN
    as I don't, and don't really have time to, read this notes file
    normally.
    
    Thanks!
    

    Hello,
    I have a wonderful 9 month old Black Persian male that I am
    trying to find a home for.  He is wonderfully affectionate,
    gets along with kids, other cats, and dogs too.  I have kept
    him this long as I really don't know what to do with him.  He
    can't be used for breeding, so I'm going to neuter him soon.
    His problem is that he has a VERY greasy coat and needs baths
    about every two weeks.  He has such a wonderful personality
    he's really a pleasure to have around but I just can't keep
    another neutered cat (I already have two) and since I am a 
    breeder I just can't keep them all.  I have trimmed his
    coat down so he looks like a french poodle and isn't too much
    trouble to take care of.  I'll be glad to just give him away
    and will either neuter him myself or will pay for someone else
    to have it done.  I just want him to find a good home.  When
    he is in full coat I really think he could be shown in Premiership
    and do very well.  He's just going to be some trouble to keep
    clean.  If anyone is interested please let me know.  BTW we
    are located in Colorado Springs.

    						Debbie

    HI ALL, I'M LOOKING TO GET A SIAMESE KITTEN, IF ANYBODY KNOWS OF
    ANYBODY LOOKING FOR A HOME FOR ONE LET ME KNOW.  THANKS
    
    
    

    Nine-year-old spayed female cat free to good home.  Tabby & white
    short-hair.  Has had all shots, including feline leukemia.  Very
    loving disposition.  Likes the outdoors (except in winter).
    
    Please call Deb at DTN 282-1518, or send mail to WJO::SPENCER.
    

	Another young cat needs a good home!  "Poochie" is a 5 month
	old grey female with white chest and paws.  She is currently
        living in a town north of Boston.  She was found outside a
        kitchen window and unfortunately cannot be kept as a pet by
        those who found her.  She is a very friendly and affectionate
        cat.  If you or anyone else you know is interested in this
        cat, please send me mail at NELSON::FRETTS or call me on
        DTN 225-7200.

        Thanks!

        Carole

    
	Her name is Tasha and we live in the Nashua nh area. And the reason
for finding her a new home is that we can't keep her where I moved and I gave 
her to my niece who had the space in the country for her to roam, but my niece
is heading back to the nest and my sister is allergic to cats===one homeless
pretty cat.....

Paul

    
    All black male, neutered, 9 mths to a 1 yr, double-pawed and short
    hair.
    
    Beautiful long hair Calico under 2 yrs of age.  A lady's cat is
    afraid of men.
    
    An 11 mth old all black kitten.
    
    A 10 mth old gray tiger.
    
    A 4 yr. old Blue Persian.  Female and spayed.  She would do good
    as an only cat as she has been one for all these years.  Her owner
    had a baby which she just hasn't adjusted too and it doesn't seem
    like she's getting ANY attention anyway.  Also needs LOTS of attention
    as that is what she is used to.
    
    Any interests contact me at above node or call Alice at (603)893-5812.

    WANTED:
    
    SOLID BLACK FLUFFY FEMALE KITTEN FROM A SPRING LITTER.
    
    CONTACT:
    SHIRLEY TETREAULT
    MOOVAX::TETREAULT
    296-3528

    This is probably the hardest thing I have to do.  Three out of my four
    cats need to find a new home.  We started with one but accumulated to
    four over the past couple years.  Four cats in the condo are too much
    and if they don't find a home we will be forced to by all the ornary
    non-cats lovers in our unit.
    
    Buckwheat and Spanky are about 1 1/2yrs old.  They are brothers, I
    found them in the middle of nowhere last year when they were just
    kittens.  They have both had their shots, leukemia shots, and have been
    neutered.  Bucky is a shorthaired creamy, beige.  He is thin and doesn't
    eat a lot but isn't underweight.  He loves to play nicely, and when playing
    never scratches.  Spanky is a shorthaired white and orange.  He is
    affectionate, but not as often as Bucky.  They go perfect together and
    are so cute when the play and cuddle together.
    
    Lancerlot is 4 years old.  He is a mix of angora and siamese.  Lance
    too is neutered and he has had all his shots.  He has come to like
    other people than just the family.  He isn't too fond of men, but
    anyone one who is gentle and speaks kindly to him he'll allow you to
    pet him.  He really doesn't like other cats but has learned to get
    along with the other three.  He would be best in a quite home and if no
    one was home during the day, it wouldn't phase him in the least.  He
    like to go out during good weather, and just sleeps the rest of the
    time.
    
    
    All the cats are excellent pets, for different types of people.  They
    have been treated very well, with regular visits to the vet.  They have
    not been neglected in any way, they may even be a little spoiled.  But
    they would be a great pet for anyone who loves cats with personality.
    
    They are currently residing in Londonderry, New Hampshire. They a free
    and only to a good home.  Please call Dianne at DTN - 381-0822 or send
    mail to POSSUM::NEALON.  In the evening please call 603-434-6101.
    
    I hope you have a home for my kitties.
    Dianne

    If they're destroying your furniture, please try scratching posts
    before declawing.  But I agree with _other_Karen_ -- how are they
    bothering the neighbors exactly?  Maybe we can find a solution.

I received the following from a friend at another company.  I know
nothing further about these cats other than that they are located in
Cambridge.
 
 
Two wonderful cats are looking for deserving humans who will appreciate
them.  These cats have *great* personalities and, like many people in
the Boston area, are victims of the housing shortage.  They were taken
in by a friend and have been living in her basement for the past several
months, but since she already has four cats of her own, it's time to
find new homes for them.
 
Cat #1 is large, yellow-orange, short-haired and heavy on personality.
He purrs constantly, knows he likes affection, and doesn't mind asking
for it.  He looks to be about two or so years old -- full-grown, but
still spry enough to be fairly young.
 
Cat #2 is also large, more medium-haired, with beautiful gray tabby
markings and big green eyes.  He's very shy and reclusive, but once he
knows and trusts you, he too is quite affectionate.  This kitty looks to
be a tiny bit older than the other one, and is perfect for a one-cat
household (owing to his shyness).  
 
If you're interested in either of these truly nifty kitties, please call
Marilyn or Phil at 354-3858.

After being ill for 3 months, I just found out I'm allergic to cats. I've
had this quiet calico for 12 years and now must find a good home for it.
She is a spayed female calico, 12 years old, quiet disposition, long hair,
quite healthy, goes by the name of Antares. Comes complete with covered
litter box (she's an indoor cat) and cat carrier.    
    

    Re: .166
    
    There are lots of things that can be done to help allegries to cats
    (assuming this has been correctly diagnosed).  Have you been to
    a good allergist, as opposed to one that just says "Get rid of the
    cat?"           
    

Allergic baby causes us to regretfully request a home for "Miracle Cat." 
Jenny is 13-1/2 yrs. old and 2 years ago was operated on for cancer.  
She wasn't supposed to make it, but since her last vet visit found her 
in good health, she was dubbed "miracle cat".

She is short-haired, all black, declawed, sweet and affectionate.  She's 
12 lbs., used to living in quiet home with poodle, hasn't wanted to live 
with other female cats.  

If you are interested, please call DTN 247-2259 or home (617)369-7673.

Angela

    
    
         Siamese male.  1 year old.  Not fixed at this point.
    
         Any interests call Alice at 893-5812.

    	A woman in Concord has a cat adoption place that she calls
    "Adopt-a-Cat".  She takes in abandoned and stray cats and cares
    for them until they are well, then tries to find a good home for
    each one.  I have visited her home and seen the 60-odd cats she now
    cares for, and was impressed with the loving environment she provides
    for these unfortunate animals.  If you are looking for a cat of any
    age or type, you might want to give her a call at:
    
    	(617)369-9467
    
      The cats themselves are free to a good home.  Those of you who
    feel that she is performing an important service might want to
    contribute to her crusade (as I did).

    Somehow I knew I was coming to this . . .
    
    After stuggling with *severe* fighting amongst my four cats, I've
    come to the conclusion that one of them must go.  She is easily
    startled by the others and sometimes interprets their *playful*
    actions as agressive, and then the fight begins all in self-defense.
    
    Therefore, I would like to find her a good home where she will be
    the ONLY kitty, or at least the only for awhile before other cats.
    She needs lots of attention and reassurance.  When she is with me
    she is ALL CUDDLES and has NEVER showed agression towards me or
    any other human.
    
    More info:     1 year and 2 month old, female
                   Born in my home, the offspring of both my cats
                   Has always been indoors
                   Spayed, and in good health
                   No litter box problems 
                   Not a fussy eater - Hills C/D canned and dry
                   Uses a carpeted scratching post (not the furniture!)
                   Primarily black, with white nose, bib, stomach, and
                      paws.
                   Relatively short-haired with a silky texture
                   Is a small cat, about 7-8 pounds, and will probably
                      remain small.
    
    She really is very sweet and I will only let her go to a good home.
    A household with someone home all day or part of the day would be
    ideal, but I would at least want her to remain an indoor cat.  She
    doesn't know the outdoors and isn't even attracted to an open door.
    
    If you or someone you know would like to see her, please call me
    at DTN 297-7299 or at home after 6:00 at (617)278-6941.
    
    I would consider a "trial" time period with her to make sure that
    *all* are happy together.
    
    Thanks, Pam Bangma
     

    I didn't realize there was a special heading for adoption when I
    entered my notice #1246, I put this here to refer potential foster
    parents to that note.  Help me if you can....
    
    Randy

    I am appealing to you all to assist me with a dilemma.  There is
    a beautiful 9 month old kitten that i love dearly who, at the moment
    i write this, is sitting in a kennel over on Lafayette and Martin
    (in Santa Clara, CA) at the Humane Society.  I live in an apartment
    complex which will not allow animals on the premises.  This kitten
    came to me as a stray and I fed him, and when he became old enough,
    i had him neutered.  Last Friday, the landlord baited and trapped
    this cat and Animal Control picked him up.  I could not prevent
    this tragedy.
    
    His projected lifespan at this moment is eight (8) days, and only
    because i put a "hold" on him so that he would not be put to sleep.
    I cannot get him out myself because the landlord would surely evict
    me if i brought him back to the apartments and i have absolutely
    nowhere i can take him.  I visit him during my lunch hour each day
    and it kills me to know he doesn't know if he will ever breathe
    free air again.  Every moment must seem like an eternity to him. 
    
    There is currently a thirty-seven dollar fee to bail this poor guy
    out.  I am willing to help with the bail fee, if you would like
    to give him a permanent, loving home.  I just don't want to let
    him die.
    
    He will require shots, but your investment will have a priceless
    return.  He is a gentle creature, with an excellent disposition.
    He is black on white, with very soft, short fur.  If you are gentle,
    he does not bite or scratch.
    
    If you are interested in providing a permanent home please call
    me as soon as humanly possible at (408)496-3176.  If you cannot
    take him yourself, perhaps you could think of someone you know well
    who may.  Please refer your friend to me.
    
    sabonn pigott
    (daufin)
    

    I have to find a home for two kitties. They're both female, one's
    black and white, one's tiger striped. They were born in October
    and have been indoor since then. I've not had them spayed etc...
    but I will if requested before giving them away. I have to give
    them up as soon as possible because my roomate is allergic to them.
    

    More info for former note:
    
    They're located in Nashua. Please send mail if interested, thanks!
    Karen

    In the Framingham paper every thursday night they list some of the
    animals in the local shelters who need a home.  I thought I would
    let all of my feline friends know about the kittens and cats that
    are available.
    
    There is a long haired, black and white kitten at the Natick animal 
    shelter.  She is 10 mo. old. Her name is Millie and she is double pawed.
                                                                           
    There were two other cats at a place called Buddy Dog in Sudbury,
    MA.  Their names are Samantha and tammy.  They are spayed female
    cats.  Gray/black.  A little sho, and could use some T.L.C.
                                   
    Framingham animal humane society.  Whiskers.  Male whote cats with
    Tiger Markings.  He has had distemper shots, will be feline leukemia
    tested, and will go with free neuter certificate.
                                   
    Hopkington-Lizzy is a spayed female long hairSiamese cross cat.
     She will be vaccinated against distemper.  Hopkington also has
    a Ashes.  The only description is a friendly gray male adult cat.
    He would also be vaccinated against distemper.
                                   
    If you want more information, call me at DTN 273-3402 and I will
    give you the names and phone numbers of the people to call.
    
    Holly
    
      

    
    Hi, I'm entering this for a friend of mine, her name is Jeanne,
    and she has 11 kittens who are looking for good homes.
    
    The kittens are located in Derry NH, and they are all ready to go.
    
    I dont have very much detail about them, all I know is that there
    is a variety - 5 long haired - 6 short haired - Tiger cats - Money
    cats - and solid colored Long haired cats.
    
    If you or anyone you know is interested, you can call me at work
    and I will forward the information to Jeanne or give you her number.
    
    I can be reached at DTN: 275-3670
    
    Sheila
    

    Help!  About 5 months ago I moved into a studio apartment in Lowell.
    Well there was this female tiger cat, that would meow at my door
    on really cold nights.  I wasn't supposed to have pets, but I
    felt so sorry for her I let her in and started feeding her.  Well
    she kind of adopted me.  She is definitely an "outside" cat.
    She reminds me of myself, a survivor and very independant, but
    needs tender loving care just the same.  I nicknamed her "Sassy".
    Anyway I'm moving to Florida in 3 weeks and hate to leave her
    with noone to take care of her.  My neighbors told me that she
    used to belong to the person who occupied my studio before I
    moved in and the party abandoned her.  She's a clean cat and
    very affectionate.  And she lets you know when she needs to
    go out to relieve herself.  My last day on this assignment
    is this Friday 4/22 (DTN 264-6530) but I can be reached at
    home (617) 937-5556.  I'ld take her with me but I'm driving
    to Florida and I don't know how she'ld handle the trip.
    
    Could someone please adopt her so I don't have to worry
    about her when I leave?
    

    Take her with you!  Get a carrying case and go.  Somewhere fairly
    recently in this file is a note with helpful travel hints for someone
    who was also driving a long ways with a cat (how did that turn out,
    by the way?)
    

    
    I was away for a few weeks and have in the meantime received another
    complaint notice from the condo management (re: .161).  My cats like
    to get up on cars, especially on the hood when the engine is warm. 
    They have been leaving their paw prints all over the cars.  We don't
    mind too much, but our old, crotchety neighbor has a fit and would be
    thrilled to see them go.  According to the association someone else
    complained that they scratched their car.
    
    They need a home desperately.  They are all outdoor/indoor cats and I
    don't think you can make an outdoor cat an indoor one too easily.
    
    

    I think you never know until you try.  Many outdoor cats can
    be successfully converted to indoor, it just takes some time.
    This would seem to be a far better solution than giving them
    up.
    
    Donna

    I'm also posting this for a friend of a friend...
    
    Adorable, cute, cuddly, fluffy and sweet kittens looking for good
    homes this week. The landlord says they go or I go!
    
    4 are grey and white
    
    1 is black and white
    
    Please help...
    
    Any interested parties can call Mychelle Touchette at 223-6735 ext.
    222.
     

    Announcing TWO (yes, count 'em) litters of Russian Blue kittens!
    
    First litter 9 weeks old, ready for new homes in about 2-3 weeks.
    
    Second litter due next week...ready for new homes in about 13 weeks.
    
    Send mail or call 617-648-9020 for information.
    
    Also have 2 older Russian Blues who have asked repeatedly to be
    placed in a new home where they can be the ONLY cats.  They are
    very quiet and gentle...they want a quiet and gentle human lap!
    
    Cat_Lady
    

    
    
    Patch-    Female spayed cat.  Appox. 3 yrs old.  Long hair calico.
              Luke tested and shots have been given.  Patch is a lady's
              cat as she is afraid around men.  Would do well as an
              only cat in the house.
    
              Also have some kittens.
    
    Interested call Alice Dillon at (603)893-5812.
    
    

    Sorry about the previous reply (Guess I need the TPU tutorial :-)
    
    Anyway here are the details
    
    **************************************************************************
    Son's allergies are necessitating us to find a home for our loving
    and affectionate 13 year old cat.  Jenny is all black and is neutered
    and declawed.  She has short hair and is very well-behaved.  We
    would appreciate a good home.  She has been used to living with
    a small poodle
    
    Please call Angela work (DTN) 247-2259, home 369-7673

    ***************************************************************************
    
    More Info : Jenny is currently living in Carlisle, Mass

Where the cat is located	= 64 Chapel St. Shirley MA (617)425-9888
Gender				= male
Age				= 1 year
Hair length			= short
Coat pattern			= gray on top, white on bottom
Breed				= mixed
Size				= 12 inches + tail
Name				= Tiny
Indoor cat. Shy.
	I have 3 cats and 2 dogs and it is too much. Tiny has to go.
    
    	Arnie Polikoff
	DTN 247-2165
    	TSE::SWATT OR SWATT::POLIKOFF
    	TEWKSBURY

    Well, here we go again...  A friend of mine was recently blessed
    with 2 litters of kittens, the following are the statistics:
    
    	1	Gold and White 		-  Male
    	1	Dark Tiger     		-  Female
        1       Gold Tiger     		-  Male
        1 	Blk & White    		-  Female
              (mostly white)
        1   	Blk & White    		-  Female
        1 	All Black      		-  Female
        1       Calico         		-  Female
        1       Dble Pawed Tiger	-  Male
        1 	Grey Tiger	        -  Female
    
    Any inquiries about these kittens can be directed to Bob D'Elia
    on NUGGET::DELIA or to Lorna Caribo at NUGGET::CARIBO.
    
    Thanks for any help in finding these little darlings a home.
    
    	   

    Free to good home :
    
    	2 black and white male kittens, mostly black with white chins
    		and paws.  These two kittens are almost identical twins.
    
    	Short haired, blue eyes, 8 weeks old, litter trained, very 
    		loving and ready for a permanent home.  We'd like to
    		see them go together.
    
    	Located in Manchester, NH.
      
    	Contact - Ellen Germann
    		  DTN - 264-1963
    		  Mail - BRAT::GERMANN
    		  Home - 603-625-2324
    

    
    
         At the moment the feelers are out to try and find the owners
    to a stray that has been living in our backyard for a week now.
    For more info you can refer to note 1331.  If this shouldn't pan
    out will be looking for good home for this cat.  The cat (rusty)
    is a white cat with orange markings.  VERY affectionate and well-
    mannered.  Has a beautiful way of talking.  Not an obnoxious cat
    not even in her present situation.  Not sure if she has always been
    an outdoor cat but would prefer to be with people.  Would very much
    like to make friends with my cats but they have other ideas on the
    matter.  If anyone is interested I will pay for the initial vet's
    visit and shots which she will need and will pay to have her spayed
    if she is not already.  She is a very sweet cat with a very loving
    dispostions and deserves much much more then I can provide to her.
    
    Please if you are interested or know of anyone you can contact me
    via mail.  
    
                             kim (who is heartbroken to leave her out
                                  in the rain and cold)

Have Cat, but must travel.  We're moving far far away and can't reasonably
take him with us.

Where:	Sandown, N.H. (Will transport locally, and to Tewksbury Ma. area)
Gender:	Male (Nutered)
Name:	Fred
Age:	2.5 years
Hair:	Short
Coat:	Black and brown tiger, very dark
Breed:	Mixed
Size:	Small to Medium (less then 10 pounds)
Traits:	Outdoor cat, Shy, Only fed dry catfood, not a heavy eater.
Important: Was once hit by a car, so now knows to stay away from them.

As Indicated above, we're moving.  Where we'll be located is not a good area
for cats, especially outdoor cats.  Fred is used to lots of room to run and
play. We have about 1� acres and the neighbors have similar amounts of room. 
Can't concider closing him into an apartment where we'll be.  He prefers the
outdoors except during bad weather, especially at night.  He usually sleeps
outside, even during the winter (has a cat house).  He loves attention, and
to have his belly rubbed/scratched.  If we can't find a home for him in the
next 2 weeks, there aren't many options left.

Send mail to {PARSEC::,  KISMIF::., TGIF::}BOURQUE
Call DTN 247-2173, (617)858-2173 work, (603)887-3002 home.

Thanks,
Bernie Bourque

    
    
    
    Maine Coon kitten.  Female will need to be spayed.  1 yr old.
    Was left behind by owners when they moved.
    
    Interested call Alice Dillon at (603)893-5812.

    
    Short haired solid gray cat. About 2 yrs old and VERY affectionate.
    This cat was found as a stray by a man who's wife did not want any-
    thing to do with the cat.  When found had been in a cat fight and
    had very bad abscess in the head area.  This man took the cat to
    the vet's to take care of the damage.  While there the man had the
    cat fixed, luke tested (negative), and given the luke shots.  Called
    Derry Humane and Alice found that all the foster homes (they are
    in desperate need of more) were full.  Normal procedure is to bring
    the cat to the pound when there is no room and then of course the
    cat would have been put down.  After this man had shelled out almost
    $200 on this cat, she didn't have the heart, would you?  So currently
    Alice has him (up to number 25).  He is very rugged looking and
    is not by any means a beautiful cat.  Because of the damage caused
    by the abscess his head area looks funky.  The vet said his hair
    may never grow back in that area.  Gets along with her cats and
    like I said before is super affectionate.  Probably to make up for
    his looks.  :^)  So if anyone would like to give him a chance as
    he already got his 2nd lease on life please call-
    
                             Alice Dillon at (603)893-5812.  I'm sure
    she can answer any questions for you.
    
    Kim (USA)

	
    I would like to find homes for three kittens which I have been caring
    for for the last week.  I found a litter of five under my parents'
    porch, and rescued them.  I am keeping at least one of them, and
    have found a home for another.  So there are three gorgeous, sweet,
    lovable kittens left to place.
    
    They are 4-1/2 to 5 weeks old, and the vet says they're in great
    health.  They are all litter trained.
    
    One of them is an all black male, and the other two are gray females.
    
    I really hate to see them go - I am tempted to keep all of them,
    but my cat is not thrilled about this at all, and is getting quite
    upset with me.
    
    You can reach me at home (Lowell, MA) @(617)459-7999, or DTN 881-0561.
    

I'm posting this for my vet. The cat is a gorgeous black domestic long hair
named "Trip". She was born 1-July-85, and been spayed and has had all her
shots. The kitty is an indoor kitty, well behaved and very well cared for and
just generally a nice cat. If anyone is interested in adopting or even
fostering this kitty, please call Dr. Morris or Dr. Stadmore at Kindness
Animal Hospital in Waltham. 893-2800. Or if anyone has any influence with a
no-kill shelter and get this cat in the near future, please help.

My vet told me of this cat and the circumstances of why the owner is desperately
trying to place the cat. The owner just moved, and moved to where she moved to
because she saw that it allowed pets. Shortly after moving, the condo
association informed her landlord who informed her that she
had to get rid of her cat. It seems that existing pets are allowed to remain
but no new or replacement pets. Due to financial constraints she can't afford
to move again (I think that she is being held to a lease). She got the vet
to write a letter saying that she is a responsible pet owner and that the cat
is well behaved and cared for. She contacted a number of shelters and was told
that the waiting list was months long (at no kill shelters), and at the other
shelters that the cat would probably be put down because there are so many
others  (especially kittens) right now. She brought the cat in to be put down
this morning, but the vet asked her to hold off and they would try to place
the cat.

Deb

    Does it say anything in her lease about specifically allowing pets?
     If so, she may be on firm legal ground keeping her cat.  Although
    it sounds from your message like she is subletting, so maybe not.
     Has she tried inlisting the support of the opther pet owners in
    the condos?  (I could do physical harm to the condo association
    just thinking about this....)
    

    My two "eldest" have not adjusted to the multiple-cat household
    we now have.  [Please, no flames:  my hobby of raising and showing
    cats is like "therapy" for me, now that my children are grown and
    gone.  I feel terrible about this, and have postponed it for over
    a year now.]
    
    These two sisters are the MOST affectionate cats I have ever known,
    and they desperately want, and deserve, some humans who will share
    their laps and beds with them, and *only* them...no other pets:
    these cats want sole (dual?) ownership of their human(s).
    
    They don't wreck houses, don't climb curtains, don't want to
    run outside (once every 2 years or so, one of them makes a mad
    dash outside, PANICS, and has to be rescued/carried back indoors),
    aren't fussy eaters...
    			  BUT THEY WANT A PERSON/FAMILY TO CALL THEIR OWN!
    
    Please help me to find a loving home where they will be happier
    than they are now. [Yes, I have spent the past 2 years trying
    everything from treats, slow introductions, and tranquilizers,
    but one of these cats just didn't ever adjust to more that one
    additional kitten...and our Cat_Count is much higher than that now.]
    
    I will supply *lots* of equipment, toys, cat beds, etc., and will
    continue to pay for annual vet visits and shots, etc. if that is
    a problem/concern.  
    
    Sadly,
    	   Pennie_the_Cat_Lady

    Where are you?
    
    Good luck.
    
    Kate
    UK

    re: .203, .204
    
    I didn't put location in because I will help transport them
    *anywhere.*  Yes, I'd be willing [delighted for the excuse] to
    take them to England, except for the quarantine there!
    
    However, i still should have included the info: 
    
    	work: DTN 223-7322  (Maynard)
    	home: 617-648-9020  (Arlington)
    
    		-p

     I just an interesting conversation with a person who works in our
    group. It wouls appear that a "stray cat" sort of is trying to
    adopt her. UNFORTUANTELY she can not be adopted by the "miss cat.
    This is the scoop, she knows who the owners are, and they just got
    2 new kittys, so they don't want this one... !@#$%^&*(.. but
    anyway to continue .MISS CAT is full grown, she is grey and
    white  with long hair and is double pawed.SHE IS EXTREMELY
    AFFECTIONATE."looks pretty healthy, Carole has been feeding it,
    but MISS cat really needs ahome to call her  own. IF ANYONE
    can be of assistance, you may reach Carole, dtn 264-4040,
    or home is 603-880-1576.
    thanks
    KATE....

    RE: .201
    
    I just spoke to the vet a few minutes ago. Trip was adopted
    by one of her human's co-workers last night. I'd like to thank everyone
    that called or sent mail for their concern, suggestions and help, and
    especially Pat Daley for trying to get this kitty to the front of a
    no-kill shelter queue.
                                     
    Deb

    Thanks for all your work on this, Deb.  I really feel sorry for
    Trip's owner....
    

    A co-worker just called to ask if I knew anyone that wanted a kitten.
    Seems her cat just recently had 6 of the little cuties.  Sooo, here
    I am entering a note for her.
    
    The kittens are located in San Jose, CA.  I haven't asked Fran about
    this yet but I believe transportation could be arranged for homes
    out of the area.
    
    Description:  (I haven't seen them yet so this is second hand)
    
         2 tiger stripes         -  1 male, 1 female
         1 tan                   -  male
         1 all gray              -  female
         1 gray with white feet  -  male
         1 calico                -  female
    
    They are 7 weeks old and about ready to move out and see the world.
    
    
    Contact:   Jan Cordes     SCRUZ::CORDES_JA   DTN 521-3311  408-496-3311
               Fran Laustrup                     DTN 521-4608  408-748-4608
                                                                       
    

    hi all I thought Iwould give you an update on MISS CAT.. it would
    appear that Caroles landlord is  getting antsy about  Caroles
    guest.. and she is trying very hard to keep him at bay.. trans-
    lation she told him to "cool his jets".. :*)..... Ilove it..!!!
    anyway.. we are going to post another note in classifiedads.. 
    AND Carole has pictures of her(sweet baby).. so we are posting
    a note and picture here in mk 1 in the caf, and Kim Robbins
    offered to post a  picture and note in salem, but I was wondering
    if there were any foster "mummys and daddys available " for MISS
    CAT.. Pookie and Happy are willing to provide "some allowance
    money" for living expenses until we can find it a new home..
     as a matter of fact Pookie and Happy are at the bank this morning
    getting money.. money... money... no they did not go together..
    POOKIE AS USUAL rang for the bentley.. and cuz it is such a nice
    day .. Happy has taken her Harley.. vrooooooooooooommmmmmmmmmmm!!!!
    tee-hee.. but seriously folks..  on behalf of MISS CAT.. WE THANK
    YOU ALL...... IN ADVANCE..
    REGARDS
    kate

    
    Ah well fellow feliners.....
    
                                I see something unfolding here which
    makes me very very nervous.  I'm sure alot of us (if not all of
    us) remember the kitty from CA saga that happened just a little
    while ago?  I'm willing to bet if we don't come up with a foster
    home or permanent home soon that the same thing will happen with
    Miss Cat.  The landlord is getting a little too concerned about
    the cat and I feel it's only a matter of time before he does something
    about it like the landlord in CA did.  So in essence we have another
    CA kitty but this time she's right at our door.  I hate to see it
    come to trying to fight time and get her out of the shelter. So
    if there is anyone (hello??) out there who can foster or give her
    a real home..........  I'm willing to help with expenses such as
    food etc..........I must be out of my mind as I have the stray Pretty
    Boy Floyd (who yes is also up for adoption and if someone wanted
    a pair- oops now I'm pushing it) but Miss Cat seems to need help
    more at the moment.  Pretty Boy has a place to sleep at night and
    doesn't have a landlord yet counting days......  Any way just my
    plea.......
    
                                                            Kim 

     ditto, for  moi as well.. pookie, happy and I  can help with expenses
    etc.....  again many thanks... carole has taken pictures of MISS
    CAT..
    SHE IS SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO CUTE , lying on the sofa.. .. poor
    thing.... thanks!!!!!!
    regards
    KATE

    
    Well a little bit of news about "Miss Cat". The landlord is a good,
    good freind of my husbands and would never do anything bad to the
    car or he'd anwser to me personally! So any ways ( I call her "pretty
    baby" she warmed up to him this weekend and bingo! She's very well
    liked, even by Ronny! 
    
    She's being feed now so she is very happy, and many thanks to my
    co-workers who are helping with the little gifts of kindness.
    
    
    Pretty baby is  not a stray because she is so clean and healthy.
    It's a shame people don't treat animals a though they were human.
    
    Thank-you to Ann and Kate who have been so supportive through this.
    
    
    I'll keep you posted.
    
    
    Carol
    

     you are wlcome.. also thanks to kim.. who has been a big help!!!!!
    regards
    kate

Good homes needed for several adorable kittens.  They are approximately
8 weeks old and are in the process of being box-trained (see below.)  They
vary in color - a couple all white, some orange & white, some
tabby & white.  They are currently residing in San Jose, CA.

PLEASE... no comments on having the mothers (yes, there are more than
one) spayed.  These cats and kittens don't belong to me... The mother
of a friend of mine has five female cats living in her back yard.
They're more or less wild and she feeds them.  I'm trying DESPERATELY
to get her to have them spayed.  In the meantime, I'm taking the kittens
to my house to get them used to being around people, box train them and
fatten them up a little.  I don't want to take them to the Humane
Society because I can't stand the thought of them being put to sleep,
but I can't keep them indefinitely...  HELP!!  So far I have three of
them at home... they've gone (in just a couple of days) from being scruffy
looking, hissing, SCARED little terrors to cute little cuddlers... they've
even started purring when I hold them!  I'm planning to try and catch
the rest of them during the next couple of days...

If you or someone you know are interested, please call me at DTN 521-3314
(leave a message... I work Saturday - Tuesday, midnight - 11am)  I
can also be reached (when I'm here) at DTN 521-3005 or through VAXmail
WRO8A::LESLIEMA.

-Mary

    Sneakers is a two-year old neutered male.  He strongly resembles
    a Maine Coon Cat, in that he has a thick long-haired coat which
    is grey tabby along the top of the head and body, with a large
    white ruff and white paws, and is quite strong.  He has green
    eyes and weighs probably ten or twelve pounds.  
    
    We took him in as a stray kitten, so he could be a companion to
    our other indoor cat.  Unfortunately, this has been like rooming
    Rambo and Emily Dickenson together.  Sneakers is aggressive, strong,
    alert, and would probably make a great hunter.  He is beautiful, but not
    very affectionate.   I keep thinking that he would be happier outside
    stalking fieldmice than cooped up indoors with "Emily Dickenson,"
    but I don't want him bringing home parasites to the other cat, so
    I haven't let him out.  
    
    We would like to give him to a home where he would be happier, where
    he could be let outside to play.  I think he would make a great
    barn cat.   
    
    He's in Hudson, NH.  For more information you can contact me at
    DTN 247-2459, or Dave Blickstein on DREGS::BLICKSTEIN, DTN 381-2081.
    
    Peigi

    I have a cat that needs a home. Here are some of the details:
    
     She currently lives in Boston
     Its a she, and is spayed.
     She is 1 yr and 3mnths old
    		
    She has short hair, and the Vet has told me that she has 'Burmese'
    blood in her. She is shiny black, and about 3lbs.
    
    She was born in an apartement and has lived there ever since.
    Zanoubia (after an ancient queen who fought off the Romans) likes 
    to stick around people, and is constantly purring...
    
    I'm giving her away free to however can provide her a with a good
    home. If you're intersted, please send me mail on BARON::ASFOUR.
    
        					Yousif.

    
    
    Our cat needs to find a new home.  With the addition of our new son,
    we find that we just aren't able to give Zippy the attention that
    he deserves.
    
    Zippy is black and white -- the white is on his paws and belly,
    with a mask on his face and neck;  sort of a diamond-shaped 
    appearance.  He is one year old, neutered, and declawed (front only).
    All his shots are up-to-date.
    
    He is an indoors-only cat.  We've kept him inside due to the number
    of loose dogs in the neighborhood, as well as his lack of front claws.
    
    He's even-tempered and friendly.
    
    Zippy presently lives in Hudson, NH.
    
    If you're interested, send me mail at TINMAN::SUTTON.

    Tina has presented us with a litter of six beautiful HIMALAYAN kittens.
    Looks like two females and four males.  Too early to tell their
    shadings.  Adoptions should take place mid july, but we are linning
    up homes now.
    
    All kittens will be CFF and CFA registered.  Price should be $250
    each.
    
    Going to hate and part with them.
    
    LOU DIFINIZIO
    223-7493
    MEMIT::DIFINIZIO
    
    

    
    
    The time has come. I must now take Pretty Baby to the Humane Society
    on Sat. I have not had any luck finding her a home and Kate has
    helped with the info.
    
    Many thanks to Kim and Kate and Ann for their support and gifts
    of Words of wisdom and gifts of kindness. Unless someone would like
    her she will reside in the Nashua Humane Society.
    
    
    I've gotten quiet attached to her and this will be hard but at least
    she will be ALIVE and feed and well.
    
    Many Thanks!
    
    You are all very kind people- keep up the great work!!!!

    We've had a change in plans and now we have a mostly black with
    some orange tiger kitten (has white paws and chest) that has to go. 
    
    This is a feisty female kitten well cared for and house trained by her
    mother.  The kitten is approx 10 weeks old and is ready to go now.
                                                
    We really can't keep this kitten any longer so please call right
    away.
    
    My wife is really the cat person in the family, so the best thing
    to do is give her a call at 433-9067 she will no doubt be able to give you
    more details.
    
    I live in Pepperell MA and work in Tewksbury so keep that in mind.  
    My DTN is 247-2414.
    
    If you wish you can send me MAIL but calling my wife is really the
    thing to do if you want details.
                  
    Looking forward to hearing from you.
    
                                         
                                                             

    Re. .222
    
    My DTN is 241-3500
       hom phone is 617-342-0552
    
    
    
    Sorry!
    

    HELP!
    
    My baby is lost!  She got outside Tuesday night (June 21) and
    disappeared.  I saw her run under a car next door, but when I looked
    under it she was gone.  We immediately searched the neighborhood
    (spent over 2 1/2 hours) but could not find her.  She just vanished!
    We also spent about 4 hours the next morning looking around but
    she was nowhere.  She has never been outside before and I am afraid
    she doesn't know how to get home, or know that she is supposed to
    stay away from cars.
    
    Her name is Gumby and she is 1 year old.  She has a gray back, with
    white face, stomach and legs.  Her sister, Pokey, misses her and
    won't stop crying, the same for her mother and father.  Her home
    is in Ayer, at 10 East Main Street, in case anyone out there lives
    in Ayer.  My home phone number is 772-6518, and work is 493-8650
    or DTN 223-8650.  We are also offering a REWARD.  We really want
    her back.  She is just like a child to us and we love her so much.
    
    Do cats have instinct?  I mean, she has never been outside before,
    but is it possible that she could still find her way home?
    
    
    Thanks for any and all help.
    
    BTW, I have already put posters around the neighborhood, and I am
    in the processing of putting up some pictures in the Police station
    and at the post office.
    
    

    I've found that when a cat runs under a car it will often climb
    up on a tire or someplace and when you look under the car it appears
    the cat is gone. *ALWAYS* get down on your hands and knees and take
    a good look at the bottom of the car, calling the cat's name...
    
    I've also found 99 & 44/100 % of the time the moment somebody even
    thinks about starting the car, the cat pops down and runs, 
    eliminating almost any possibility of going for a ride...
    
    Cats are incredible at returning. My folks had one take off for
    over a month! He finally came home, had a bite to eat and promptly
    took off again!!!
    
    Keep lookin', you'll find Gumby! (Nice name!)
    
    Edd
    

Call all local vets with a description of your cat and your phone number.
Also check with local radio stations for free lost pet announcements.
Newspapapers may also offer a lost and found ad for small money.

Your cat may be coming home when you aren't there or when you are asleep.
leave some food and water out where she can get it and don't give up hope.

			good luck

    My kitty disappeared too for a day - she had never been outside before
    and we were so worried.  We looked for hours and called her name - we
    had every other cat in the neigborhood around us but no Mandy.  She
    finally came home all by herself the next day!
    
    Gumby will find his way home!  Keep the faith and keep looking! 
    
    Suzanne 

    My KoKo got out one day - she had never ever been out - we looked
    every where - but didn't think to look within 2 feet of the building.
    She was crouching (very scared) under a bush 2 feet from the back
    door - didn't go very far! 
    
    E.T.

    Dr. Gleason of the Ayer Animal Medical Ctr has a bulletin you could
    put a lost notice on. Maybe with a picture if you have one.

    
    Has Gumby been found yet??
    

    Siamese available in six to eight weeks.  Mother is bluepoint, father
    is sealpoint, house pets $75.00.  Write me mail and I will give
    you the owners number.
    Eileen

    
    Well, good news to report:
    
    Zippy (.218) has found happiness -- and a companion.  I found a
    fellow feline fan who was moving and looking for a companion for
    his cat (incidentally, his cat's name is Zippy -- black with white
    markings...but a spayed female.  Talk about strange coincidences!)
    
    Thank goodness (and Digital!) for Notes!!
    
     -- John

    
    I just moved into a house in Littleton right next to Long Lake (or
    Long Pond, depending on who you ask).  It seems that my yard was
    once the meeting ground for all the stray/wandering animals in the
    neighborhood and though fewer are handing around since I moved in,
    there still is quite a selection.
    
    I am already keeping my eyes peeled for the gray kitty from Ayer
    since I'm close by.  But I remember seeing a note somewhere about
    a black and white kitty from Acton (also close by) that was lost.
    I've looked and looked but can't find the note.  I know there was
    a note about that kitty from Leominster, but I believe there was also
    one about an Acton kitty.  Does anyone remember that Acton kitty
    note?
    
    Sharon

    KITTENS (and a mommy cat) FOR ADOPTION:
    
    A Mother cat and her litter of four kittens was abandoned at
    the Apple Country Animal Hospital (formerly the Stow Animal Hospital)
    this morning, with a note telling Dr. Schaeffer to put them to
    sleep. Obviously, Dr. Schaeffer is not going to put them down,
    but the five fuzzy faces need homes! (When the local humane society
    has room for them, they will be brought there. Until then, they're
    at the vet's.)
    
    The kittens look like they're about 6 weeks old.
    
    1 Female: grey tiger. Absolutely the prettiest little kitten
              I've seen in quite a while.
    3 Males: black cuties.
    
    1 Mommy Cat: Black, too. Very, Very affectionate, even with
             strangers (me, this morning).
    
    I'd take at least one (I can't resist the female kitten...),
    but hubby's allergic, so someone out there could be VERY LUCKY
    and get one of these fuzzballs while the getting's good!
    
    The Apple Country Animal Hospital is on Rte. 117 in Stow, just
    past the Maynard/Stow town line. (A hop, skip and a jump from
    the Mill, folks.) Their phone number is: (617)897-9271
    
    

    Re. 415.236
    
    Forgot to say: That Mother cat (the affectionate one) is only
    one-and-a-half years old! She's a real sweetie...

    Approximately how old???
    
    Edd

    
    Just a brief note.......  I had put in the temporary note 1503 about
    the 2 little kittens in someone's car on their way to the pound.
    One was adopted by a co-worker and the other is going to be kept
    by the owner and FIXED.  A matter of fact one of the females has
    already been fixed and the other one that just gave birth has her
    appointmet set up.  So I guess there was a happy ending to this
    story :^)
    
                                                  Kim

    Here are the animals in the Framingham paper last night. 
    
    Framingham:  
    
    Liza:  Young female white cat.  She needs love/T.L.C.
    
    call 620-4870
    
    Framingham Animal Humane Society Inc.:
    
    Whitney:  1 1/2-year-old black long hair female.
    chastity:  1-year-old black spayed female.
    Al:  1 1/2-year-old neutered make declawed handsome orange/white
    	 long hair Tiger.
    Freeman:  1-year-old black/white double pawed female.  Real Sweetheart!
    Freddie:  Freeman's black/white brother.  Just as great as she is.
    8-week-old kittens, silver tigers, black, black/white.
    Persimmon:  Very sweet young black/brown Tiger.
    R.G:  12-year-old black/white tuxedo.  He is still fun to have around.
    Allie:  Young long hair black female who must be placed with her
    	    long hair black baby.  Both are very beautiful.   
    Three 7-week-old kittens found in a trash barrel.  With treatment
    they are now healthy, beautiful and looking for a home.
    Gigi and Opal:  Young black twin sisters.  They will bring a circus
    		    to your home every day.
    Smokey:  1 1/2-year-old female, grey/cream/white.  She is very
    	     lonesome.  Her babies were adopted and she was left all
    	     alone.
    Oscar:  5-year-old make black/grey Tiger.  He has been abused by
    	    small children and needs an adult home.
    Wendall:  Handsome grey/white neutered male.
    Gloria:  6-month-old small female brown Tiger.
    Cher:  All black young female.
    Delilah:  Female all-black short-haired cat.
    Elijah:  Young black neutered male, nice personality.
    Vanna:  Female short-haired tortoise shell.
    
    For appointment call 877-7131 or 877-0408.
    
    Hopkinton:
    
    Goldie:  Spayed female, declawed orang.white cat.
    Henry:  7-month-old neutered make friendly brown Tiger cat.
    
    call 435-6938.
    
    Buddy Dog, Sudbury
    
    Samantha and Tammy:  Spayed female cats.  Gray/black.  A little
    shy, could use some T.L.C.
    
    call 237-4747
    
    Natick:
    
    Buzz:  2-year-old male long hair yellow cat.  Nice friendly cat.
    Huck:  1-year-old female black angora indoor cat.
    Bandit:  14-month-old purebred chocolate point Siamese cat.  Like
    outdoors.
    Gordon:  1-year-old long hair male part Persian cat.
    
    call Sandy @ 655-6276.
    
    
    
    Holly
     

    I found Gumby last Sunday morning, but this is the first chance
    I had of putting this note in.  She was in my next-door neighbor's
    basement!  I was still looking around for her Sunday morning, when
    I noticed the back door to my neighbor's basement was open.  So
    I asked him to take a look, and sure enough, there she was!  She
    was sitting in a corner when I went down, and she must have been
    scared because she took off and ran into my back yard, where I picked
    her up!  She was so happy, and so were we!  She just couldn't get
    enough affection, and I didn't let her out of my sight for quite
    a few hours!  One strange thing though.  Pokey, her sister who was
    at home while Gumby was lost, kept hissing at her, and for a few
    days they just didn't get along.  It seems like they like each other
    again now.  I think Pokey was jealous because Gumby has always been
    more affectionate, and therefore, receives more affection!
    
    All is happy at home!!!
    

    
    Need home(s) for one momcat and two kittens.  The sweet and gentle
    momcat is probably part Maine coon (longish haired striped tabby),
    best guess is about 8 yrs. old.  She is unfixed (right term?).
    
    The kittens (I'll let you know the sex when I find out) are medium
    to long-hair striped tabbies, 10-12 wks. old.
    Both momcat and kittens are in good health.
     
    The friend of mine who is taking in the cats temporarily has two of
    momcat's kittens, and knows this cat well - she says momcat is
    affectionate, sweet-tempered, and has been a good mother to her
    kittens.  My friend wants to see these cats find a good home (they
    *are* almost family, right?).
    
    Please send me mail at CLT::BROWN and I'll pass it on to my friend.
    Stay tuned for more details...
    
    Ron
    
    ps  If I didn't already have 8 cats and 4 dogs, these little cuties
        would be rolling around on *my* floor... 

    
    Re 242
    
    An update on the momcat and two kittens - 
    
    	The owner, apparently not wanting to wait until my friend
    	got there to pick up the cats, took them to the shelter
    	anyway.  As you would expect, my friend is *ripped*.
    	She's trying to find out what shelter the cats were placed
    	in (she thinks it may be Angell Memorial in towards Boston since
    	the cats were in Needham, MA).  I'll keep you posted...
    
    	Thanks,
    
    	Ron

    
    
    
    FOGARTY::    2 yr old- Applehead Blue A. Siamese, Neutered, vacc.
                 FEH tested.  Great with kids - If interested contact
                 Linda at Dr. Mulcahy's office in Leominster 537-0239.
    
    
    Thanks.
    Kim
    USA

    
    Edit to my reply .239
    
    Owner has decided not to keep kitten as he feel 3 cats are too much.
    Kittens name is History due to the fact that when he comes from
    vacation on 7-11 that's exactly what the kitten will be.  Anyone
    who would like to adopt this orange/white kitten please contact
    me at above node. He's a little boy and as of last week was only
    7 weeks old. Thanks.
    
    Kim 
    USA

    I have three adorable kittens who would like to be adopted.  One
    is an orange and white kitty, another is black and white and the
    third is a little grey tiger.  Each wears white little booties and
    a white bib and a sporty diamond pattern on their tummies.
    
    They are friendly, used to children and playful around dogs.  Gender
    is yet to be determined. They are about seven weeks old and ready
    to be on their own.
    
    They can be seen in Southboro and I can be contacted here at DEC.
    My DTN is 223-1655. 

    We have two kittens for adoption. The female is all black. The male
    is grey and black. Both have green eyes and short coats.
    
    They are 11 weeks old. They enjoy eating, playing with kids and
    each other, and relish the outdoors. We live in  Framingham.
    
    If interested, please call Frank at DTN 223-8475.
    
    pneuma::F_kavanagh  

    Can't believe all the adoption notes in here.  Really a shame that
    there are so many unwanted cats and kittens.  Unfortunately, I have
    another to add to the list.  I think she was dumped off or wandered
    into my townhouse complex in Grafton, MA.
    
    Read note 1529.10 for complete story.  She is grey tabby (sort of;
    her markings are unusual, but very pretty) on white.  Her face is
    the sweetest looking face I've seen on a kitty in a long time!
    
    Please send me mail, if interested.  I estimate her age to be a
    little under a year.  She is not spayed, but I have already called
    for a spay certificate and the application is being mailed today.
    
    Thanks,
    Roberta
    

	I hate to add one more, but, my sister has quite a few
	cats and kittens for adoption.  She took most of them
	in for a neighbor.  But, she can't keep all of them.

	So here goes:

	3 adults / Female - all black (not spayed)
                   Female - calico (not spayed
		   Male - black and white (not neutered)

	4 kittens  2 Males / 1 black
			     1 black with a little white

		   2 Females / both calico

	Please call Mary Antonelli at 448-6111 x478 
				9 am to 5 pm

    LOTS AND LOTS OF KITTIES FOR ADOPTION:
    
    11 kittens from 2 different litters available NOW.  All sweet, friendly
    beautiful babies who are litter trained.  Presently living at Saddle
    Rowe Stables in Medway, MA.  They are 7 wks and 8 wks old.  For
    details, please call the Stables 533-7108 or Jane Mutaf (DTN) 226-5535.
    THANKS.
    
    

                   
                   <WHAT WOULD YOU DO IN THIS SITUATION?>  
    
    We have a 7 week old son who is allergic to our 5 year old female
    cat.  
    
    We love the cat (SAM) very much, but we can't keep her any longer.
    Our son is just suffering too much. 
    
    We have posted notes on bulletin boards in grocery stores, vets
    offices, and ads in paper all without success.
    
    If you have a place in your heart and home for a loving and lovable
    spayed, white and orange female cat who is completed declawed and
    loves to be petted please let me know as quickly as you can.
    
    Sam (the cat) is in very good health and adapts very quickly.  She
    is bright and affectionate and get on well with other cats and birds
    (we had a pet cockatiel she used to play with).  She weighs about
    10 lbs and is fastidiously clean.
    
    Please help us out.  Our alternatives are dwindling down to having
    her put to sleep if we can't place her.
    
    If whoever adopts her has any problems we will take her back and
    start all over again.
    
    Thanks,
    
    Vince  DTN 232-2316
    
        

    
   Just an added note to .253:
    
    We have contacted Animal shelters, including no-kill ones.  The
    charge is about $35 every two weeks until the cat is adopted.  However,
    most places won't even take a cat of Sam's age (5 years).
    
    Please ask around.  Maybe a friend of your's has room.
     

    Are you sure it is the cat who is the cause of your son's difficulties?
    Many times allergists say "get rid of the cat" when it is not the
    animal that is the root of the problem -- other allergins are really
    causing the reaction and once they are removed, the cat can be
    tolerated.  If you still think you have no alternative but to give
    your cat up, please post your location so people who might adopt
    know if they're in the same state, etc.
                          

    
    
    
    We have had our son tested and unfortunately Sam is the cause of
    his allergy.
    
    We are living in Westborough, Massachusetts.  Sorry I didn't mention
    that before.

    Try bathing the cat and see if he reacts to it then.  A lot of times,
    it is the dander from the cat and if you keep the cat bathed (say,
    once every two weeks) he may not have a reaction to him.  There
    are a lot of notes in this file on how to bathe a cat.
    
    Good luck.
    
    Holly
    

    
    FREE, to good homes,
    
    	    ..... 4 adorable kittens .....
    
    2 female tabbies (make a nice matched pair...)
    1 male, tabby
    1 male, black with white paws
    
    Mother is part Maine coon cat with a slightly long coat, kittens
    look as if they will have similar coats.
    
    The kittens are almost weaned from their mother and will be ready to
    go any time now.
    
    Contact: Mike Iles @TALLIS::ILES
    	DTN: 226-6102 (Littleton)
       Home: 448-9917 (Groton)
    
    -Mike-

    
    I have a cat that for various reasons I need to have adopted.
    She is female and spayed, four years old, domestic tabby and
    white with short hair.
    
    She is quite timid and wouldn't like a house with other animals
    but she is very loving and dependant.  She had an unhappy first
    six months, being badly treated by her first owner, she was very
    scared and thin when I rescued her.  However, she is now very happy
    and relaxed and though still small she eats well!  She is also very pretty,
    and very sweet, her name is Twinkle Toes (she has little white feet!)
    
    She lives in Basingstoke, Hampshire, England, and I would be
    happy to deliver her to a new owner if need be (provided it
    is within the UK!!)
    
    She is fully house trained and well behaved.  I have trained
    her to know her own name and to understand the words "NO" and
    "DOWN".
    
    I need to find Twinkle a happy new home by the end of August 1988,
    she is a much loved cat and I will be very relieved to find a kind
    new mum/dad for her.  For any more details please ring me on 
    DTN 830 3965 or at home 0256 460064, or mail me on FORTY2::GLASS.
                                                       
    Cheers,
    Sarah

    RE -.1 -- I'm not in the market, but other people will want to know:

		WHERE ARE THEY LOCATED?

							-- Nina

    Blue Point male seven weeks old, he is a beauty, I bought one of
    the female's and they are all beautiful.  House cat's $75.00, located
    in Westmenster.  If interested give me a call 267-5832, I will give
    you owner's number

    
    The kittens are located in Dunstable, Mass (in the Groton, Ma -
    Nashua, N.H. area)

      I am looking for a good home for a female short-haired Calico
    named Smudge.  (The kids named her.)  Smudge is 5 years old, declawed
    and spayed.  She is very affectionate and purrs loudly when held.
    She had her last shots late last fall.
     
      She is very tolerant of other pets (we have a Dachshund and a
    Doberman and had another cat) and she is a good mouser.  Smudge
    has been an indoor cat who occasionally tries to sneek out for a
    peek at the outside world.  
    
      Smudge presently lives in Derry, N.H. and anyone interested can
    send mail to AISVAX::MUSANTE.  

    
    
    
         (2) 12 week old Himmie's.  All vaccinations and wormed.
    
          If interested contact Linda at Central Animal Hospital in
          Leominster, MA.   #537-0239......
    
                                                         kim
                                                         USA

    
    
           I caught this in the Nashua Telegraph.  Unfortunately the
           ad is no longer running but I'm hoping that doesn't mean
           the kittens aren't either.
    
           "FREE KITTENS - Ready to go, litter box trained.  Must go,
            will be put to sleep.  432-8192"   This is a Derry, N.H.
            number.
    
                                                  kim
                                                  USA
    

    Black shorthaired female kitten of 12 weeks needs a good home.
    
    Also, 2 black and white and 2 black shorthairs - all about 4 weeks old 
    - sex not known.
    
    The kittens are located in Newbury, Berks and need to find homes
    very soon.  We will arrange transport/pick up kittens if anyone
    is interested.  In first instance please call Kate Tudor on
    (7)830-4308 or home (Reading) 871882.
    
      
    Best regards
      
    Kate
    UK

    I am looking for a good home for a stray kitten.  I found him about
    a month and a half ago in our apartment's hallway.  
    
    I have 3 ferrets and this kitten scares them to death.  I must find
    a home for him (he's about 4-5 months old) in the next 6-7 weeks
    because I am relocating to Florida and cannot take him with me.
    
    I love this kitten.  He's very affectionate. He's gray with a white
    bib. VERY CUTE.
    
    If you are interested, please respond soon.  And if anybody has
    any advice to help me find him a home, I would appreciate it very
    much.  I will not bring him to a shelter... I can't tolerate animal
    killing!
    
    Thanks,
    
    Tammie McNally 
    DTN 223-5414
    SPGOPS::MCNALLY

Himalayan kittens for sale.  Flame point male and seal point male. 
    Both are registerred with the CFF and CFA.  They have had their
    shots and are ready to go.  $200-250
    
    Lou DiFinizio
    223-7493
    MEMIT::DIFINIZIO
    
    

    The time has come to make final decisions on this kitten.  I placed a
    note in this file some time ago with no response.  The kitten is now
    5 months old and HAS!! to go...one way or another

    It is a mostly black with some orange female tiger kitten (has white paws
    and chest).
                                 
    We really can't keep this kitten any longer so please call right
    away.
    
    My wife, Pat, is really the cat person in the family, so the best thing
    to do is give her a call at (508)433-9067.  Please keep trying.
    
    I live in Pepperell MA and work in Tewksbury so keep that in mind.  
    My DTN is 247-2414.  If you can't get my wife call me or drop me a
    MAIL.

    We have ANOTHER litter of just born kittens so this one really has to
    leave.
         
    Please help me get this kitten into a good home instead of the
    alternatives.  Of course the kitten is free.
    
                                         
                                                             

    Is it an indoor cat?   Is it box trained?  Friendly?
    				Mary

    
    	re: .272
    
    	Why do you let your cats keep having kittens if you can't get
    	rid of the kittens??
    
    	Just curious....
    
    	Karen

    I need to place ASAP:  
   
     	HEATHER, a 6-yr.-old Calico Tiger female
    
    	Objective:  A new, loving home with good care.
    
    		    Has been spayed, had yearly check-ups, with shots
    		    including feline leukemia series.  In excellent
    		    health.                     
    
    	aka:	    Toots; My Lady; Her Majesty
    	Favorite
    	 pastimes   Being outdoors (Weather permitting ... she
    		    likes her kitty comforts,too.
    	Relations
    	 with people Loving, gentle, shy
    
    HEATHER is ready to move immediately from Derry, NH, to anywhere
    within reasonable distance.  I am moving to more urban location
    with new spouse who is allergic to cats.
    
    If you can give her a new home or know someone who can, please call
    me.
    
    Cam Moore, DTN: 249-4907
    

    re .274
    
    My thoughts exactly... :-(
    
    

    .272  You say you live in Pepperell.  Why not bring the kitten to
          the "No-Kill" Shelter there.  I remember seeing it listed
          in this file.
    
    .274  Those were my thoughts too..:-{
    

    Re: .277, wrt .272
    
    Because, I suppose, as indicated in notes 1707.*, the shelter in
    Pepperell, Dayglyn, is currently full.  The Farmer's Exchange in
    Townsend might be a better alternative, if they'll take the kitten.
    Dayglyn recommended either the Sterling or Lowell shelters.
    
    Unfortunately, we can't have it both ways.  No-kill shelters get
    full from time to time.  Shelters that always have room make the
    room by doing something with the unadoptable animals; otherwise,
    they'd eventually fill up with pets that could live for years without
    ever being adopted.  The best we can do is to encourage more pet
    owners to have their pets fixed.
    
    There's a 15 acre plot for sale in my neighborhood.  Anyone want
    to contribute a mega-buck for a really large shelter?
    
       Gary

    I just read in another note that the shelter in Pepperell is not
    a no-kill as first believed.  If they can't place them, they'll
    eventually put them down to make room for more no doubt.
    I still think you should bring them to a shelter - Lancaster, MA
    was also suggested as having one.  If your wife's a cat lover, like
    you said, ask her to check into local shelters; she'll probably
    need this info. for when the new litter is ready to go. 
    
    Please get that mom cat spayed.

    RE: .279
    
    If you're referring to note 1707.3, it's the shelter in Sterling that
    isn't no-kill, not the one in Pepperell.  According to the
    receptionist/assistant at the vet in Pepperell, the shelter there,
    Dayglyn, is no-kill.  I haven't verified this directly with the
    shelter.  If you have other information about Dayglyn, or if there's
    another note I've missed, then I'd appreciate hearing about it. 
    
       Gary

    .280  Sorry about that, you're right it was the Sterling,MA shelter
    that's NOT a no-kill as once thought.
    
    Note 1707.4 merely stated that Dayglyn in Pepperell wouldn't take
    them.
    
    I couldn't agree more about getting pet owners educated about the
    importance of spaying/neutering their pets.  As a Fund for Animals
    bumper sticker states, "Love Your Pets, Have Them Spayed".  (For
    the word Love they have a heart figure, and for Spayed a spade figure.)
    
    

    I have two female kittens that are approximately 3 months old,
    that are looking for a new home.  I don't think they have been spayed,
    or been given shots.  One is almost all white, with a few spots
    of brown amd black.  The other is white with grey and brown.  My
    daughter named them Curious and Bingo.  If anyone know of anyone
    wanting a couple of beautiful kittens, please reply by sending mail
    to USMRW1::GGIONET or Garry Gionet @MRO, or call 297-2293 between
    8:30 and 5:00.

    Forgot to add, the kittens from note .282 are located in Marlboro,
    but I will travel to deliver.
    
    Regards,
    Garry

    I have 2 kittens located in Newbury, Berks who need homes.  One
    black and one white shorthair, both about 20 weeks now, both female.
    
    Would like to place them, since my mother in law has talked her
    neighbour into having her cat spayed, but we're afraid that if she
    keeps the kittens it will all start over again.
    
    If you're interested please call Kate Tudor on 830-4308.

                  MALE CAT FREE TO A GOOD HOME


A friend of mine has to give her cat away as her daughter has developed
allergies to him.  He is located in Salem, New Hampshire, male, not
neutered and is three years old.  He is a long haired angora, grey and
white, extremely affectionate and has never been outdoors.  He is litter
box trained and in general a good kitty.  If anyone is interested please
contact Linda (893-6321).

Thank you.

    
    Hi,I have two kittens,(well,one is sort of a teenager) that need homes
    
    I'm kinda softhearted or softheaded so I've wound up with too many cats
    
    
          The baby is about seven or eight weeks old,white with a black
    
          comma between her ears,is eating solid food and learning where
    
          the litter box is. She likes to get cuddled up and warm and would
    
          make a good pet for a little or not so little girl.
    
    
    	  The teen is a pumkin colored tiger (both markings and
          
          personality).Likes the outdoors and the country.This cat 
    
         would be a good pet for a single man or rough houseing boys.
    
         It is very independent,is box trained,and has double paws.
    
    
    	  I DO NOT wish to give these cats to anyone who is planning
    
    	  to have them declawed!!
    
    	My name: Mark H.Ostrowski
    
    	My node: MELODY::OSTROWSKI
    
      	My work num: 237-2084
    
        The cats are located in Berlin Mass.
    

    WANTED:  Free Tiger Kitten for my daughter.
             Kitten will share house in family neighborhood with
             my 2 children, myself, my wife, and our dog, a lab/mix
             who is friendly with cats (he likes to lick them).
    
    This MUST be a kitten and must be a tiger.  Prefer males and
    double paws, but will consider others.
    
    Please mail me a description and location to BPOV06::M_CLEMENT
    
    I live in Milford MA, work in Marlboro.
    
    Thank You, Mark.

    Homes needed for 2 cats.  One is a 6-year-old Himalayan, very lovable,
    needs a lot of attention and a multi-colored 3-4 yr. old female
    cat, also lovable.  Both are declawed and fixed.  Current owner will
    pay to have their new shots, etc.  Both cats enjoy to be around people.
    
    Please contact Rebecca Bailey at DTN 272-7380 or at BOARDS::BAILEY.
    
    

I would like to mention my sister's CFA Registered Himalayans for sale.  
A new litter was born on 9/12/88 and there are both some male and female
unspoken for.  There are also a variety of color points available.  
They sell for $300 which includes first shot and registration papers.  
If interested call or write:

		Cochituate Himalayans
		CFA Registered Kittens
		James and Lessie Beatrice
		13 Pleasant Street
		Wayland, MA  01778
		508-653-1967

    
    
    
    A very special cat needs a home.  She is about 2 years old, is all
    black with long hair and green eyes.  She has been hanging around
    outside my church in Brookline for the past 3 weeks and, sadly,
    seems to have been abandoned.  The pastors have been giving her
    food and yesterday brought her into the basement because of the
    cold and rain, however they can't keep her.  Is there anyone out
    there who would consider taking this cat into their home?  She
    likes people - in fact when I went to see her she came right over
    and sat in my lap.  I believe she would be a wonderful companion.
    
    Contact me via vaxmail at WILLEE::FRETTS or call DTN 291-8631 if
    you or someone you know is interested in this very deserving cat.
    I am willing to cover initial vet costs for a checkup before
    placing her.
    
    Thanks very much...
    
    Carole

    RE: .292
    
    Please see note 666.18 for a shelter that keeps a list of people
    waiting to adopt FELV positive cats.
    
    Deb

    
    
    RE: .291
    
    This very sweet cat has found a new home!
    
    C.

    LOOKING FOR A SIAMESE KITTEN FOR XMAS.  MY GIRL FIREND IS LOOKING
    FOR THIS KITTEN FOR HER HUSBAND FOR A XMAS GIFT.
    
    CALL  DTN   241-4916   OR HOME  508-874-2855
    
    OR SEND MAIL WMOIS::M_RYDER
    

RE: .293

Just wanted to let everyone know that I called the Northeast Animal Shelter
about their lists of people looking for homes for FeLV positive cats and for 
people looking to adopt FeLV positive cats and was told that no such lists
existed at this time.  Perhaps the lists mentioned in 666.18 were just a short-
term thing.  

The person I spoke with was very nice.  She took my name and number and said
that she would pass them along if anyone called looking for a positive cat.
I'm not terribly optimistic but it's worth a try.

Lenora

    

I just moved from a house to an apartment complex and want to find
an appropriate home for my cat.  "Turbo" is a three year old male cat.
He has had shots and is neutered.  He looks like Morris (yellow-brown coat)
although he is not fat.  He is actually a slim healthy short haired cat.
Their are still traces of strips which were more defined when he was a
kitten.  He has white paws and a white patch on his face.  He lived in Maynard
for the past three years and he has been in Lexington for the past week.
He is an outdoor cat.  Obviously he likes spends more time inside during the
winter but still goes to bathroom outside.  He is NOT declawed and please
do not respond to this ad is you want a declawed indoor cat.  He is freindly
and likes to sit in your lap.  IF someone can give him a good home you will
make me and Turbo very happy (as well as yourself).  Please respond to

                                        CUSTOM::CAVE
                                    dtn 225-6465


                                                    Alan Cave

    Well, after having Bandit for about 2 months now, we have decided
    that she is really not very happy in our home.  I'll give you the
    history.
    
    Kim Robbins found Bandit on her back porch.  She tried to locate
    the owners since the cat had a collar with some identification on
    it.  No success.  I offered to help Kim out by taking Bandit.  It
    was my hope that Bandit would fit in if her home could not be found.
    My older son really wanted a cat of his own.  Again, Kim and I tried
    to find the owner.  We contacted vets, animal officers, shelters,
    and put up ads both in newpapers and local stores.  NOTHING.
    
    So, Bandit has stayed with us.  I had her checked and she is FELV
    negative.  Also, she appears to have been spayed, seems to be between
    1 and 2 years old and is healthy.  She is all black and a friend
    who was over last week said she had ALOT of Burmese in her (he used
    to breed Burmese).  She is a very nice cat with wonderful manners.
    
    So what is the problem?  Well, there are two at least.  First of
    all, she HATES my dogs so she spends all her time upstairs hiding
    from them.  Second, she and my older female cat are still hissing
    and fighting.  The stress is showing on my other cat - she is loosing
    her hair on her back, which has always been her stress sign.
    
    So, Bandit must have a new home.  I have contacted Kim and we agreed
    to put this note in as a beginning.
    
    Anyone want a lovely, all black, small female cat who is very healthy,
    would love to be loved, doesn't appear to need to go out (but then,
    she never gets downstairs to try!!) and has the best manners of
    any cat I've ever owned?  She even has her playful moments (usually
    about midnight when she knows the dogs have been crated for the
    night!!)  She always uses the litter box (even when it needs to
    be changed) and sleeps curled next to my legs.  She is VERY bright
    - has learned how to open the door to my daughter's room when she
    needs to use the litter box - much to the amazement of my daughter's
    kitten.  She and the kitten have some fun together, so I think she
    likes other cats.                          
    
    Please help us place this very lovely cat.  I hate doing this, but
    I really think Bandit needs a happier home for her.  She shouldn't
    live her life afraid to go downstairs.....
    
    Thanks -- Ellen
    
    You can contact me at BRAT::GERMANN, or DTN: 264-1963.  I live in
    Manchester, NH and my home phone is (603)625-2324.
                     

    
    
        Talking from having Bandit in the house for a little bit she
    is so so sweet and gorgeous.  Like Ellen said I really believe she
    wants to be an indoor kitty..  When we had her in the house she
    showed no desire whatsoever to go even near the door.  And believe
    me putting her out the door in the morning was quite the physical
    manuever and guilt trip.  
    
        Bandit told me what she had asked for Christmas from Santa Paws
    when she was over the house.  She's hurt by her other owners never
    even bothering to claim her when she was so good to them and would
    like a home where she can be the best she can be.  All she asked
    for is lots of love and security forever.  She told me I couldn't
    tell anyone because then it would't come true.  Please don't let
    that be true.  
    
                                                                kim

    
     I am desperately trying to get hold of a kitten.
      Ideally what I'm looking for is a 9 - 15 week old kitten. Any
    colour will do EXCEPT tabby/white.
    Please, anyone living around the London area (UK), CAN YOU HELP
    ME!!!
      I will need to know on Monday 19th. I am available all day on
    DTN  7486 3232
    
        All help will be much appreciated.
    
                 Tony B.
    

    Kittens Wanted in Mass.
    
    I am looking for two kittens before Christmas.
    
    I would prefer a young, short haired male and female, but will consider
    anything
    
    Thanks,
    
    Mark DTN 246-1219
    	 508/347-5595
    
    

         -<Help!!!!  I need to find a GOOD home for my kitten>-

    Hi my name is Jackie and I need to find a home for my four month
    young kitten,"Xavier".  Xavier has been living with me since he
    was 9 weeks old.  He is a short haired, male shiny Black cat with White
    paws, and a white "Moustache".  I believe he may have some Siamese
    in him, because he is very long and sleek and he loves to talk,
    he also LOVES people and he loves to just curl up on my lap when
    I'm reading or watching television.  He has great manners.  
    
    The reason I need to find a home for him is that my landlord (the
    grouch) doesn't want me to have him, and he is charging me and extra
    $50 a week to keep him.  If you or someone you know would like him
    I live in Hudson, MA near 495 and 290 my home number is (508)568-0100
    and my work is DTN 297-2728 or 467-2728 (that is 508 also) or if
    you would like to reach me through mail try USMFG::NROSTANZO.
    
    Thank you, I will be looking forward to some responses!
                                               ^ ^
                                    Jackie     o o
                                               >-<
                                                
    

    This is incredibly bizarre.  It sounds to me like your landlord
    is doing a giant rip off.  Why don't you try talking him down to
    $25 a month.  If he knows he's going to lose the $200 a month he
    may be happy with a smaller, more managable ripoff.  On the outside
    tiny chance that he's honest (appearances to the contrary), you
    might negotiate an additional security deposit to cover any damage
    done by the cat, cleaning expenses, etc. instead of the increase
    in rent.
    

    re:.310 &.311
      That's an excellent idea.  It all depends on how the landlord
    feels about the cat.  If he is afraid that the cat will do damage
    -  friends of ours had a landlord who thought the cat would scratch
    up the wood floors! - then he may be happy to accept the extra security
    deposit as protection.  I have heard about that being done before.
    especially if you have otherwise been a good tenant.  
      If, however, the landlord just HATES cats, or is angry with your
    for usurping his/her authority and getting the kitten against rules
    s/he may never agree to any compromize.  If this is the case, you
    might try the humble approach.  "I'm really sorry I broke the rules
    and I"d like to try to reach a compromize" or something that helps
    assuage his/her ego a little.  Then ask about negociating an extra
    and reasonable fee each month and/or extra security deposit.  This
    will show your landlord that you are a responsible tennant.  Good
    tenants are hard to come by and any landlord should appreciate a
    good one when s/he has one and shouldn't want to lose you.  This
    may work.
      Good luck and let us now what happens.
        Nancy DC
    

    Re .312
    
    Scratching up wood floors gets expensive.  My parents put in hardwood
    floors when they remodeled their kitchen and informal dining room.
    BeBee, the cat, decided that those floors would become her new
    scratching post.  She would catch her claws in the tiny grooves
    between the slats, and scratch perpindicularly.  My parents are
    now considering plywood floors.

    My $.02...from my very recent research, 'pet rent' in Massachusetts
    is illegal.  An additional 'reasonable' security deposit can be
    requested, but not rent on a weekly or monthly basis.  Call the
    Attorney General's Office of Consumer Affairs and ask to speak to
    the tennant's rights advisor.  They're there to protect YOU!
    
    Mary

    Hi!
    
    This is regarding the note I put in re:  That cat that paid rent!!!!!
    I am happy to say I found a NICE home for my cat, also talked to
    my landlord about the $$$ part of it, she said that she COULD charge
    me the money weekly until I got rid of it.  She told me it was in
    my lease - though I haven't checked it out yet, I don't recall her
    telling us it would cost us.  I will have to check out my lease.
     (if I can find it!!!)
    
    Well anyways, the most important thing was me to get him in a good
    home - which I did.  
    
                          Thanx for the responses -  Jackie
    
    P.S.  I still get visitation rights!!!!!!!!!!!1
    

    Re: .316
    
    Just because it may be in your lease doesn't mean it's legal. I
    believe any provision of a contract that violates the law can't
    be enforced.  You may even be able to get your money back.
    

                   Update on *Kitties in California*
    
    Thank you for all your responses.  I have five interested adoptive
    parents.  This is an excellent network.
    
    My landlord has even reserved one.  He lives elsewhere, not on the
    premesis.  Although I paid an extra $250 deposit on my apartment
    to have my cat.  And that was negotiated.  He didn't really want
    to rent to people with animals.  Since,...he has allowed others
    cats, with a paid deposit.  I guess my landlord is just a softy
    at heart.
    
    It is difficult having cats.  They are like children, except you
    can't claim them as dependents, or put them on your health insurance.
    I've moved twice in the last twelve years because of a problem with
    having my original kitty, whom I lost last year.  She was eleven,
    I think that is 77 in people years.
    
    There are many people who let there cats have kittens, and don't
    take responsibility for finding good homes.  They might dump them
    off at a shelter, or even on the streets.  I believe if you have
    a male, he should be neutered right away.  A female, in my opinion,
    should be allowed one litter.  They enjoy motherhood.  It is very
    natural and may have a better disposition.  Beware though, DO NOT
    let your cat have a litter unless you are willing to follow through.
    IT IS NOT EASY.  Having a small child would be a fair comparison.
    Although, you don't have to pay for daycare.
    
    There are millions of homeless animals.  But then again, there are
    millions of homeless people too.  Does this mean we should not have
    our own children, but adopt instead?  Kind of an interesting twist..
    I guess it all depends on which side you look at.
    
    Re:  .316
    
    Ask your landlord if you can give him a deposit (and get a receipt)
    in case your cat does any damage.  Instead of paying extra monthly
    rent that will go on forever.  Then make sure you train that kid
    well.  A water bottle works very nicely.  Get the kind with the
    adjustable nozzle.  Some can squirt about six yards.  (That way
    I don't have to get up off the couch!.)
    

  I'm facing the possibility of a two-year assignment in Reading, UK
  and a six-month quarantine is out ofthe question for my 10-year old 
  altered male cat.  I'd like to find an adult, indoor, non-smoking,
  quiet, single-pet, stress-less environment for him.  That's not 
  asking too much, is it???   ;-)   Seriously, Wally (short for the
  Flying Wallenda as he used to bounce off of walls in his youth -- 
  he's calmed down since then!) needs someone who can be very patient 
  and understanding with him while he gets used to a new environment 
  -- he has definite paranoid-schizophrenic tendancies!  One might ask 
  who would want such a cat, but I guarantee that the payback is worth
  it, once he becomes acclimated.   He is VERY loving and affectionate, 
  and has many charming, not to mention entertaining habits which will 
  endear him to any cat aficionado (a great conversationalist in the 
  morning, and a legwarmer in bed at night to mention just a few).

  He presently has an asthmatic condition for which he gets a pill every 
  two-three days (this developed within the last two-three months), but 
  his vet and I feel that a change will do him good -- in fact, I suspect 
  that once he is removed from his present hostile surroundings he will
  no longer need the medication.  He's in a four-cat home, and the other 
  three females are beginning to resent his "moods".   Other than that, 
  he is VERY healthy and should	enjoy several more years entertaining 
  his lucky new owner.  I hate to consider parting with him, but the 
  pecking order is deteriorating, and life is unbearable for everyone.  

  I am anxious to place him in a happier setting even if I am not 
  transferred, as much as I would miss him.   Thanks in advance to anyone 
  who can help me find the perfect home.  (I know they're out there -- a 
  few years ago I found just what another "special needs" cat required -- 
  a little old lady who sat at home in a rocking chair all day and petted 
  my sweet Melissa).

  Cathy Gardner
  Lowell, MA   
  DTN 226-7072
  Home 508-937-1911	
    
    

My name is Sammy. I am a nice-looking, short-haired, orange tabby with a white
belly, and nice brown eyes. I am about 22 months old, well tempered, spayed 
female. I am looking for someone who will give me a home and a love.
I like to play with other kitties and really enjoy their company. Now, let
me tell you my story. 

When I have been a little kitty I've been adopted by a little girl. I've
been very happy then, because I've believed the little girl would take
care of me, play with me and love me. Unfortunately, my happy days have
lasted only a short time. The girl has lost an interest about me very
soon. Many times I've had to stay outside overnight regardless a could,
nasty, or rainy weather. Sometimes the girl with parentS have left for a
weekend and I've stayed outside without food and water. I've been very
young then so no wonder that I've been dread all the time. Fortunately,
there has been some lady next door who has given me food, water or milk,
and occasionally allowed me to stay overnight. But I've been aware that is
only temporarily, because there have been others 3 cats that lived in the
house. But I've been grateful even for those short moments. 

When I has been about 6 months old I've been wounded by a crazy boy who
has shot me to the belly. I've been shocked by pain and blood. The girl
has taken me to the vet who made a surgery and saved my life. The girl
took me home but not exactly to the home. She's left me in the box
outside. I've been so sad and scared. But I've survive because of my
strong desire to live. In a couple of weeks I've been all right again. And
the weeks and months went by. Finally, I've grown up to a mature cat being
ready to be mother. I've been so small and skinny at that time. Nobody has
suspected I've been pregnant. My first pregnancy has been interrupted  by
an abortion. It's happened at my neighbor's house. She has been very
terrifying what's happened to me. I've been bleeding then without any
visible cause. She's run with me to the vet. There she was told I've had
babies. I've gotten some medicine. I have gotten over it during 2 weeks.
My second pregnancy has been ended up in the same way. The reason that
causes abortions has been a shooting and the operation. At that time the
neighbor's taken me to the vet to be spayed. It's been occurred last
September. Since I've gotten foster home at the neighbor's house. 

This is my story. Please, take a time to read it and try to help me to
find a good home. 

Sammy


P.S.
Dear cat lovers. If there is someone who would want to adopt the poor
kitty or know someone who like cats, I'd appreciate any informations. I've
tried to talk to that girl and her parents but without any success. She's
picked up another kitty again and hasn't concerned in Sammy any more. I'd
like to keep her but I own 2 cats  at this time (1 died last summer) and my
apartment is not large enough for more cats. Even my husband, who loves
cats very much, getting be nervous of the multiple cats household.
Additionally, we rent the apartment and it's not a long time ago when no
pets has been allowed to keep there. I've lived in the U.S.A. for 5 years
and since I've adopted or replaced many stray cats around. Now I have hard
time to replace Sammy because all my friends or their friends have already
some pets. And I don't like an idea to put Sammy to the shelter. She is an
indoor/outdoor cat, very clean, and fully trained for a cat litter box. I
believe, she will be a good companion for everybody. 

In the case of an interest I can bring her anywhere in the New England. I
live in Mass. My DTN 273-5754. Home phone: 508-297-3292.

Thanks for your help. 

Jana 
<<Foster mom>>

    Hi,
    	I am looking for a Himalayan kitten, male or female as long
    as it is cute and fuzzy.  
    I live in Nashua, NH and work in Marlboro, MA.  You can reach me
    at CSGDEC::KNIGHT or DTN 291-0198.
    
    Thanks, Cindy

    Hi,
    
    Due to circumstances, my daughter and I are moving into an apartment
    that does not allow cats!!  We are trying everything to place her
    cat (or her baby as she puts it) into a good home.
    
    Dukie (we thought he was a she when we got him and his name was
    Dutchess, lo and behold he turned into a Duke overnight).
    
    Duke is a medium size morris orange and white cat
    Front paws declawed
    Has been fixed
    Very wimpy
    Two years old
    Very friendly and loving; still playful
    We live in Amesbury, MA
    We have until the end of the month to place him.
    
    Please help us.
    
    DTN 247-2668
    
    Thanks
    Pat

    Cindy, can you help?  I'm looking for a free kitten as soon as possible
    to help out my other cat (1 1/2 year old) who has just lost his
    sister and lifelong companion to having been hit by a car.  All
    the animal shelters seem to have none now and they tell me it's
    not the right season.  This is the first time I've used Vaxnotes
    so I'm not sure I'm looking in the right place but I haven't found
    any kittens available.  Can you please advise.  I'm Linda Myers
    @PDM or Myers ::csgdec, dtn 291-0520, home 508 371 1919.  Thanks
    much
    Oops, it looks like the above line didn't come out right--I was
    saying that I'm not sure if I'm using Vaxnotes right, but I can't
    find any kittens available.
    Hope I can send this to you okay!
    Linda
    
    

    A friend here in WRO asked me to help her find *good* homes for three
    cats that belong to her ex-roommate.  The roommate moved out and was
    getting her own place but the deal fell through and she had to move
    into an apartment since my friend had already found another roommate.
    The apartment will not allow cats. The cats are staying with my
    friend for the time being.
    
    The first is a grey and white longhair female with green eyes. 
    She is four years old, spayed, up on her vaccinations and tested
    negative for leukemia.  She weighs about 6 pounds.  Her name is
    Smurf.
    
    Next we have Sidney, a three year old calico female with green eyes.
    She weighs about 8 pounds, has been spayed, vaccinated, and tested
    negative for leukemia.  She is also a longhair.
    
    Last but not least is Chelsea, a five year old black longhair female
    with copper eyes.  Chelsea is a bit bigger, 12 pounds, is spayed,
    vaccinated, and tested negative for leukemia.  Chelsea likes to
    go outside during the day and come in at night.
    
    Smurf and Sidney do not go out much and would probably be happy
    in indoor only homes.  My friend reports that they only go out once
    in awhile on the weekends when there is someone to take them out.
    
    If you know anyone whho might be interested in any of these cats,
    please have them send me mail.  These cats are all very loving and
    affectionate and need someone who can give them lots of attention.
    
    Jo                                               
    

    I am writting this note for someone else.  He has a friendly and
    affectionate, 5 year old spayed female tiger cat.  She has short
    hair, prefers out doors and needs new home.  John lives in Cambridge
    at the moment and will be moving soon and is unable to take the
    cat with him.
    
    She is available ASAP as he is moving 3/1/89.
    
    If you are interested or would like more information, please send
    mail to MCIS2::HAMMILL and I will give you a number to reach John
    at.
    
    Ann
    

	
	I volunteered to help my breeder to place Alex.  He is
	a two-year old former stud cat who will be neutered
	tomorrow.  She doesn't want to breed him anymore as she's
	been getting somewhat cross-eyed kittens from him :^}

	Alex has been shown successfully - not sure what his
	champion status is, but I'm sure Pat could fill you in
	on all the details.  He's a bluepoint, and was the 
	dad for our two little blue girls :^}  I can vouch for
	the fact that he's a *beautiful* cat, but he may need
	to go to a single-cat home because he's been the boss
	for so long.

	She'd like to get $50 for him, just to cover the vet
	fees to have him fixed.  If you or anyone you know is
	interested, give Pat a call at 413-773-3308.

	Sandy

    re: .318
    
    Andrea,
    
    How are the *Kitties in California* doing?  What's up with Momma Kitty?
    
    By the way, where did your original entry go?  I can't seem to find
    it.
    
    Thanks,
    
    Jill

He appeared about two years ago after a few winters of making it on his 
own.  He is a survivor and a good outdoor cat.   I knew he needed attention
and a good meal or two.   After I finally caught him, the vet checked
him out, gave him his shots (including leukemia), and later we had him
neutered.  He was deserving of better life than the one which he had
had which had apparently involved abandonment, so I had him groomed
and tried to make up for the hardship he had born without complaint.
He turned out to be quite a handsome cat underneath all the neglect.
He never ceases showing his appreciation for being cared for.  I decided
to give it a try and keep him although I knew the adjustment period
with my cat of nine years would be difficult.   It looked like things
were getting better after a year but they are not.   She is  very
highstrung, antisocial, and is terrified of him.   He likes to chase
her around the house for fun but she doesn't see it that way and lately
has been living in constant fear of him.   She is my first cat, and I love
her too much I to give her a life in a stressful environment.   He
has no problems with any of the cats in the neighborhood.  They all come
over to play with him every Saturday morning, and everyone seems to like
him.

I have to part with the Maine Coon out of love for and responsibility to
my first cat.   He will make a good member of some family.    He has
no problems with people or anything else that I can see.    He is extremely
gentle, very quiet, self-sufficient, and his overall cat personality
is exemplary.   He has a laid back quality which is especially pleasant
and makes him a good companion to come home to.  
    Bad points: he likes to sleep with his face in your face.   He spends
    nighttimes outdoors therefore when the weather's warm.
    

He is about four/five years old, is leukemia negative, neutered, and is
up on his shots.   He is a good outdoor cat (likes the indoors and the
fireplace too of course).   He will do a good job of keeping the squirrels
out of the yard.  He also had his teeth cleaned last August.

If you think this little feller could become a member of your household,
please contact me.  He deserves a good life after what he's had to endure
as a youngster.

I will be glad to provide a trial period.  

Tiph Worley dtn 381-0111.  ZK1-3/D23.   We live in southern New Hampshire.

Thanks


    

    Just a quick question; have you spoken to your vet about OVABAN?
    Argus was in a rage when I got Alex, but a couple of weeks on OVABAN
    and things are pretty harmonious.

    Deb

    re: .333
    
    Which cat are you suggesting Ovaban for?  #2 or #1?  It sounds like 
    maybe it would be useful for #1, to help her get used to #2.
    #2 doesn't sound aggresive in the usual sense of that word.....
    

    For cat # 1.
    
    Deb

    Hi, 
        I am putting this want ad in for my girlfriends mother she has
        been asking me for a while to see if i could find her a Himalayan
        kitten (female) either a flamepoint or a sealpoint if any one
        knows where i could find one please let me know my dtn is 297-2762
        i work in marlboro and live in whitman mass.
    
    	or you could send mail to SCOTIA::BHOLLIS
    
    						THANKS IN ADVANCE
    							BILL

    Petie, the (mostly) Maine Coon advertised in .332, is no longer
    available.  After meeting him this afternoon Ed and I have decided
    to raise CAT_MAX to 3.  He's a really sweet cat and we'll be taking
    him home tomorrow.
    
    We'll let you all know how the introductions go sometime next week.
    
    Karen, Tristan, Tenzing, and soon -- Petie.

My sister called me this morning to ask for some help for a fellow
nurse of hers.  Seems this woman's mother-in-law went in for open
heart surgery recently and died.  Left behind is a very young female
cat who gave birth to four kittens yesterday.  

Because this nurse is very allergic to cats, they are unable to
take the mother and kittens into their home to care for.  Her husband
is going over to his mother's daily to check on and feed everybody.

These are the stats:

Mother:  short-haired, yellow with white face & neck, white front paws
         believed to be very young ( <1yr)
Kittens:  two look just like the mother, the other two sound like they
          may be tortoiseshell
Reside:  Medford, Ma or thereabouts, not sure exactly where


If you know anyone that might be interested in any of these cats, please
contact me at VAXWRK::DUDLEY, or at (508)835-2245.

Donna

    This is an update to reply 415.339
    
    The mother cat and kittens are now with the Northeast 
    Animal Shelter.  I believe they've got a foster family
    to look after them until the kittens are old enough
    to go.  Mom cat was tested negative for feline leukemia.
    
    Northeast Animal Shelter
    204 Highland Avenue
    Salem, Ma  01970
    
    tel. 745-9888

    		GREY MALE TIGER - 3 YRS
    
    
    Grey Male Tiger approx. 3 years old needs good home.
    
    Corkey was a stray that my husband and I took in after 
    Christmas.  He is a house cat (front claws removed) he 
    has been neutered and received all shots Jan 89.  
    
    I think Corkey would do well in a home without cats, as 
    he is always beating up my cat, Neal.  We were thinking of 
    keeping Corkey but have sold our Condo and are moving in 
    with my mother-in-law who already has a house cat (three 
    would be  a bit too much to put up with for 3-4 months!).
    
    If you would be interested in Corkey or know someone who
    could give him a good home please let me know.  I don't 
    want to bring him to the vet and have him put to sleep, and 
    the animal shelters are full.  The shelters said they have 
    a hard time finding homes for older cats.
    
    Corkey is located in Fitchburg.  
    
    I can be reached at SVCRUS::GILLIS

			Black Tiger Kitten Free 


		Neutered male 1 1/2 year old kitten.
		My sister-in-law has moved into a apartment
		building and she needs to find a home for 
		her kitten. The kitten is kept indoors and 
		is located in Tyngsboro, Mass.

		Please call Judy Crocker, 508/649-3844 if
		interested.

    			HELP PLEASE-
    		I am tring to find a home for a cat
    	its a female and very affectionate i would keep
        her only my ST.Bernard dosen't want anything to
        do with a cat that gets on HIS daddy's lap so before
        he eats her for a snack i would like to find it a caring home.
    
    	By the way the way i got this cat is we were a middle guy
        for someone that moved and couldn't keep the cat the person
        we gave the cat had to go in the hospital and doesn't know
        when they are getting out so because the cat is so good
        natured we took it back to find another home.Thanks in advance
         
    
    
    					DTN 297-2762
       					MAIL SCOTIA::BHOLLIS
    				HOME PHONE (617) 447-3064
    
    					THANKS AGAIN 
    					BILL HOLLIS

    Forgot to mention the cat is approx 1 year old, black and white
    with the upper half black and the lower half white very cute cat
    and its name is tichaba.

     Am seeking good home for good cat.  She has (over time) been
    increasingly more difficult with our other cats.
    
    Details:  Location - Marlboro MA  
              Phone at work - Jerry Best DTN 296-5154/Beth Heller DTN
              237-3963
    
    Female, spayed, about 7 years of age, small cat, domestic shorthair,
    black & white with double paws on all fours (almost bunny-like).
    
    Characteristics:  Acts more like a Siamese.  Very intelligent, curious,
    long attention span, independent, affectionate on her terms.  Astrology
    sign: Aires.  Very commanding and endearing.  DOES NOT CLAW!!!!
    Honestly, if given a grass mat, will specifically go to mat and
    scratch.  Litter trained.  Does not like to be held and is not a
    lap cat.  Will sleep in one spot on the bed and loves daily worship.
    After you get to know her, she loves to play and be playfully chased
    around the house or yard.  W.C. Fields personality when it comes
    to kids and dogs - hates them.  She would make a wonderful one-cat
    pet to someone who likes a Siamese-type cat, although she does not
    meow, she murps like a piegon.  
    
    Name is Tazz.  And regretfully is becoming more combative with other
    two cats.  She likes to hunt and eat bird heads, so if you like
    cats, you'll understand how tolerant one can be of such unpleasant
    aspects of cat ownership.
    
    Is extremely lady like, does not beg for food, will subtley show 
    off to guests without stealing the show (unless kids are around), 
    and if I could freeze either one of my present cats to have one at 
    a time, I would not be writing this note, but the other two are more 
    tolerant of each other than she is.
      
    Cannot stress what a wonderful pet she would make an owner one-on-one.
    As a gardener in the summer months, she will keep me company and
    will come when her name is called.  I think that about covers it,
    I am excited to find a "fit" for her because my life is fast becoming
    a feline DMZ zone.
    

This cat has been living in my apartment parking lot in Acton since 
the storm last Friday, and I assume that it's been abandoned.  It's 
a black and white "tuxedo" young female cat, very friendly and seemingly 
domesticated.  I love cats but they're not allowed in my building, and 
I'm also allergic to them so I hope some kind soul out there who's 
looking for a cat would like to adopt this orphan.  Any leads would
be appreciated - I really would hate to see the situation continue 
indefinitely.  Thanks. 

BUFFER::MILLER
DTN 276-8562

I originally adopted Bandit 4 weeks ago.  Unfortunately, this adoption is
NOT working out.  My 4 year old simply will not accept her, is terrified
of her, and has begun to urinate around the house.  Bandit is definitely
spayed, and has been vaccinated against rabies and distemper just this last
month.  I wanted to give this more time, but my house is being destroyed in
the process.  Bandit is obviously in need of a one-cat family.  She is
very affectionate and playful and I truly wish I could keep her.  Please
call me if you are interested in meeting her at DTN 381-2240, or at home at
(603) 672-6201.


< Note 415.303 by BRAT::GERMANN >

This is from Ellen's original note:

    Anyone want a lovely, all black, small female cat who is very healthy,
    would love to be loved, doesn't appear to need to go out (but then,
    she never gets downstairs to try!!) and has the best manners of
    any cat I've ever owned?  She even has her playful moments (usually
    about midnight when she knows the dogs have been crated for the
    night!!)  She always uses the litter box (even when it needs to
    be changed) and sleeps curled next to my legs.  She is VERY bright
    - has learned how to open the door to my daughter's room when she
    needs to use the litter box - much to the amazement of my daughter's
    kitten.  She and the kitten have some fun together, so I think she
    likes other cats.                          
    
    Please help us place this very lovely cat.  I hate doing this, but
    I really think Bandit needs a happier home for her.

    A month ago, my 14-year-old cat, part Manx and part Siamese, died,
    and my wife and I would like to adopt another Manx or part-Manx.
    We would prefer a kitten, but might take an adult if it were neutered.
    Clearly, we aren't set on the idea of a show-quality Rumpy, and
    would prefer a mixed-breed to a purebred.
    
    -- Paul Cashman, dtn 291-0280

       These cats are currently seeking a good home through the Humane Society 
       of Southern Hillsborough County -aka Nashua Humane.
       Following are a description of the kitties and whatever I could
       pick up about their personality.
    
       Edmund-(my heart be still :^)  1 year old male.  All black with small
       white spot under chin.  Large structure.  Good with kids but plays 
       rough.  Loves car rides and is a lapcat.  But he has the most gorgeous
       expressive large COPPER eyes....  sigh.....

       Black and white male 1-2 years of age.  Very friendly.  If memory serves
       me correct there were two black and whites that were both very friendly.

       Dianna-1 1/2 years old female.  Very kittenish cat.  VERY playful and 
       VERY loving.

       Spanky- white/black altered male 3-4 years old.  Likes to sleep on bed.
       Good with kids, cats, and dogs.  Quiet and gentle.  Given up no pets
       apartment.

       Dopey- 9 month old male.  Black and white long hair.  Good with kids.
       Indoor only.  Due to baby's allergies.

       Rerun- Gray male 1 year old.  Good with kids and cats.  Very nice cat.

       Hazel- 3 1/2 year old spayed female calico.  Indoor cat only (declawed
       front) and soft moist food only.  Given up not an animal lover.  That
       reason is a unique one I haven't heard before :^(.  She is a beauty
       if you like calico's.

       Pepper- Beautifully marked tabby tiger.  Altered male 3 years old.
       I have a soft spot as he looks just like my 3 legged wonder at home.
       The only problem with Pepper is he needs to be the only pet.  If you
       know of anyone who doesn't have any cats or dogs yet or has alot of
       patience please let them know about Pepper.

        If you are interested in meeting any of these little ones they
       are located in Nashua, N.H. at the above mentioned facility.
       The number there is 883-8512 or feel free to contact me for more
       info.
                                                     Thanks,
                                                                   
                                                                Kim      

    Has she been vaccinated for Feline leukemia.  Anyone with a 
    multi-cat household will want to know that - especially about
    an indoor/outdoor cat.
      Why are you giving her up?  She sounds wonderful!
    

    Just an opinion on Rerun (the same one Kim?), an "older kitten"
    with Manx-like tail.  He was in the newspaper today, and what a
    cutie!  If we weren't full up, I think I would take him.  This would
    be a great addition for someone like...
    
    EDD!  Aja would fall in love immediately.  Trust me.
    
    Gary

    				FREE CAT
    
    	Name:		Amber
    	Location:	Marlboro, MA
    	Gender:		Spayed female
    	Age:		3
    	hair:		short
    	coat:		Calico - brown, tan, black
    	Eyes:		Green
    	Breed:		Ordinary housecat
    	Size:		About 9 pounds
    	Shots:		All necessary ones including feline leukemia series
	Habits:		indoor/outdoor, litter box trained
    			Grew up with a German shephard dog
    			
    Since Amber is accustomed to being the only cat in a family, she
    has not adjusted well to living with my four cats.  She likes to
    be around people and seems to like small children.  She would do
    best in a home that doesn't have other cats.  
    
    Please contact Marilyn at MEMCL1::MHOWARD
    
    Thanks all you cat lovers!
    							    	
    	

    
          Yes Gary thats my little Rerun.  I didn't even realize he
    had the bob tail till I saw the picture....  My mom fell in love with
    the picture too...Kind of hard not taking them all home to live
    with me :^(.
    
          Rerun says thanks for the plug Gary!!!!!!!
    
                                                                  kim

    I can hardly wait until Notes is CDA compliant.  Then we could post
    his picture, and he'd be gone in a flash.
    
    Gary

    Did anyone home Edward?  He sounds just like Tarot - lovely!

    
    I am looking for a female cat, 3-5 months old, brown long-haired.
    This cat would be an indoor pet. 
    If you know of such a cat, I would like to hear from you.
    I can be reached at  DTN 223-5473 or EMail  THOTH::CHAMPAGNE
    
    Thanks,
    Cheryl

    My tenant got shipped to Turkey thanks to the US ARMY and as a result
    I have a new cat that needs a good home.            
    
    Profile:	Female, 18 months, short black hair, yellow eyes,
    		'talks and mumbles' constantly, spayed, declawed,
    		indoor, sits on laps. Beautiful and loving. If I didn't have
    		a dog and two cats already I'd keep her.
            
    		She answers to Mae West or B. Mae. We live in Littleton
    		Mass.    Call Sandy at DTN 264-0187 or mail SAGE::BARRY.
    
    		Call me at DTN

    
    	I am looking for a male, short-haired, tiger, new kitten available
    after May 1st.  Please send replies to masada::viau.                  
    
    	Thanks !

    My cat had kittens on March 3, and they will be ready to go about
    April 22.  The mother is completey black, and we believe she is
    part simese.  She is lean and beautiful, looks like the cat on the
    Sheba cat food commercials.  Anyway, she had 6 adorable boys, but
    two are already called for.  There is one tiger cat available. He
    is Orangish-brown, with some grey down the back, and black strips
    on the face.  Also available, 3 black-dark grey kittys, turning
    blacker every day!
    
    I live in Ayer, and I could show the kittys on the weekend.
    
    Dawnne Santos
    DTN 223-8650
    
    

    Trying to find lovable owner for a lonely cat.  We're all very involved
    and this cat needs a home that will give him attention. 
    
    We call our long haired, fluffly, tiger male cat, Odei.  He is just
    a year old not spayed green eyes.  A medium size cat, very friendly
    and lovable.  Is very use to kids.  A good mouser, outdoor or indoor
    cat, and playful still.  This cat likes a lot of affection.  
    
    Please contact soon, by the end of this week, I will be taking him
    to the Humane Society.
    
    
    Nac::P_Johnson   dtn:226-5424. 

	I need to give my cat up for adoption, much as I loath doing it.

	"Kitty" (thats her name.. original, huh? :-) lives with me at my 
	home in Methuen, MA.

	Kitty is about 4-5 years old.  She's neutered, an "indoor" cat 
	though I think she would like to try roaming around outside sometime.
	She had her basic shots a few years ago.  

	Kitty is a _long_-hair, black fur with white whiskers, feet, chin, 
	and belly.  Golden-green eyes.  No particular breed.  She is not a
	large cat, kinda thin under all that fur.  In good health.
	
	Kitty was not raised as a "lap-cat" so she does
	not like being picked up too much, but she definitly craves lots of
	attention.  She very much likes to have her chin and ears rubbed
	and will purr loudly for as long as you do this.  She likes to jump
	on the kitchen table when I'm reading the paper, and sit at her spot
	by the lamp, and flop down so I'd scratch her chin.....

	Kitty uses her scratching post and litter box and does not go after 
	couches.

	Oh yeah - Kitty is into water sports!  the only cat I've had with a
	fascination for dripping water.  She loves to jump into the tub and
	watch water drip from the fawcet.  She'll jump in and look at me 
	so that I crack open the fawcet so it drips a bit.  She licks the 
	water drops, and sticks her head right under the dripping water so 
	she can get a good look at the water plopping into the drain, and bat 
	at the drops with her paw.  Meanwhile she is so engrossed (purring
	all the while) she does not notice that the fur on the back of her 
	head is getting wet!  She even does this routine in the kitchen sink.

	So, any takers?  I'd be grateful...

	Josh Belkin  dtn 229-7779   BXC1-2/H2

    I went to the Milford cat show on Sunday and the Hopkington Humane
    Society had several kitties up for adoption.  When we were leaving
    there were still 3 left.  I wrote down all the info, but misplaced
    it, so this is coming from memory (sorry ;^) )
    
    one all white female 10-11 months of age.  She comes with a spay
    contract.  She is short haired.
    
    another white cat was there too.  shorthaired, neutered and declawed.  
    
    And  a black cat with white bib, real cute.  This one they figured
    a year or better and was a stray.
    
    I wish I had not lost the paper, but....
    If your interested please call the humane society for more details!
    
                       
    Michele & Nippa
    
                                                    
    
    
    

    Picture sinking into a cozy, warm, cushy bed, surrounded by all
    your favorite toys.  An elegant bathroom  adjoins your boudoir.
    All this can be yours if you are a Kitten.

    Hi, my name is Cida and I am very anxious to share my life with
    a Kitten.   I never had one before because I always lived in an
    apartment, but now that I am  living in a house,   the time is
    right.  I  have  already done all  my  kitten   shopping (fancy
    litter box, elegant bed, interesting and educational toys, etc).
    I feel  that I am ready to  welcome FLUFFY now,  so I need your
    help.

    In my imagination, I see a 2 to 4 month old, PURE  WHITE Kitten
    living in the room I have prepared.  If you know of one, please
    send a note to me at BCSE::ZEEB or call at DTN 381-0669.

    Strike a blow for animal rights!   Unite a homeless Kitten with
    someone who  wants to  share  their home!   I will be eternally
    grateful.


           ---Cida Zeeb

    
    	The following cats are at the Apple Country Animal Hospital
    	and need a home before this weekend (when they will probably
    	be put to sleep). They were owned by an elderly gentleman who
    	had to give up his home and move into housing for the elderly.
    
    		BLACK & WHITE MALE, longhaired, large, very sedate-
    		looking. He's about two years old and has been fixed.
    
    
    		BLACK & WHITE `TUXEDO' FEMALE, short haired, very pretty,
    		she is about a year old, has not been spayed. 
    
    		WHITE & BLACK FEMALE, I think they were calling her
    		`Paddlefoot' cause she has double paws. She's sortof
    		spotted, shorthaired. She's about 8 months old, not
    		spayed. 
    
    		
    They will give discounts on first shots and spaying for the females.
    The phone number is 897-9271, please save these pretty kitties!!!
    

    
    
         Unfortunately there were too too many cats and kittens at the
    shelter last night for me to be able to get a complete list even
    though I would have loved to.  Believe me it would have taken forever.
    It is very full at this time.  The felines are just not moving out
    at the moment (but of course we know they keep coming in :^(
    Every cat is beautiful of course and they all had very charming
    purrsonalities.  If anyone is looking for a particular type of cat
    please let me know.  Off the cuff there were at least a couple of
    declawed kitties there.  Tigers, orange, pure black, white, and
    solid gray.  Garfunkel who was pet of the week maybe two or three
    weeks ago is still there.  I think this is the first time that a
    pet of the week didn't get adopted out right away.  Of course if
    I could he'd be with me as he's been there for some time now and
    he tries to put on such a show to sell himself.  If you know of
    anyone looking to add a cat to their home ask them to take a walk
    through the adoption room.  I'm sure they'll walk out with one they've
    fallen in love with :^).
    
                                                          kim

    
    A friend of mine wants to place Terror, a 5 year old spayed female.
    Terror (who, living in New England, is called Terra) is black with
    white chest and paws, and a bit of orange thrown in.  She has
    yellow-green eyes.  Terror is current on all her shots.  She's an
    indoor cat (no front claws), but will go outside with supervision,
    and usually manages to kill, or at least maim, a few twigs and leaves.
    
    She is an only cat, and gives most of her affection to her owner.
    She enjoys watching birds through the window, eating, sleeping, and
    hiding under chairs, waiting for her owner's husband to walk by.
    All in all, Terror likes the quiet life.
    
    Call me at DTN 381-2136 or send mail to KOBAL::BROWN, and I'll 
    put you in touch with the owner.

	The following kittens are in need of homes. This
	info was given to me by my vet, I am not the one
	who has the kittens...

	BTW, the sexes are not definate, they are 6-7 weeks old, 
	longhaired, and will be ready in a week or two.

	1 black w/ orange paw male
	1 black female
	1 silver male
	1 orange & cream Tabby female
	1 tea colored cream female

	they are free to a good home!
	the lady's name is Kate Hurd on lake Boon, phone # 562-9272


	Sherry

    
    		`Paddlefoot' from .368 has been adopted by a
    		Feliner (who are you, by the way???).
    
    		The other two need home deperately - the long
    		haired male is started to show signs of stress
    		from being `on display' in the lobby for so long.
    
    		We might have a foster home for them, but they 
    		will need permanent homes (PLEASE!!!)
    
    		Sherry
    

    update on .373
    
    Tymothee-Too as the 2yo male has been named & Melinda-Tiffany
    as the 8 mo female has been named (I called her Melinda
    and Sherry calls her Tiffany) are both livinig with the
    furry foursome in Braintree at the moment.  I took them in
    as foster cats and have become quite attached to them already!
    They are both wonderful cats.  We hope that they will be
    going to live with a friend of mine in the near future, but
    if they don't I know Sherry has her eye on MT and I'm trying
    to talk Jack into keeping TT. 
      They are both such characters and I'm amazed at how quickly
    everyone seems to have adjusted.  Oh Mao and Isis are still
    leaking, I mean hissing but only half-heartedly. (We can't
    let mom think she can walk in here with any old cat!)  Jack
    caught Melynda and Isis sharing the bed yesterday (opposite
    corners, but the same bed).
      Nancy DC
    

    I wanted to add this note for a little cat I saw yesterday in the
    Framingham humane society.  She just tugged at my heartstrings.
    
    Nestle is a 12 yo burmese with some special needs.  She is very
    sweet and soft but sadly spends most of her time curled up and
    withdrawn in her cage.  She's been there too long and is refusing
    to eat much of the time.  I got her to eat 6 finger-fulls of 
    babyfood which is exceptional I'm told.  I believe the folks there
    said that they think her former owner died and poor Nestle kicked
    around for a while before coming to them.  She apparently had a
    broken pelvis in her past and is somewhat arthritic now.
      She has some good years left in her if she can find the right
    home.  She would be ideal for an elderly person or someone else
    who would spend much time with her.  She's very much a lap cat
    and needs alot of love and patting.  
      The folks at the shelter fear that if she doesn't find a home
    soon she will just give up and die.  I suggested a nursing home
    but they fear that that may be too hectic an environment for her.
      If anyone is interested in this sweet pretty cat, please call
    the Framingham Humane Society.  I don't have the number but you
    can get it from the phone book or by sending mail to DLNVAX::PALMER
    or myself and I'll find it for you.
      Thanks
       Nancy DC
    

    Re -1
    
    That is heartbreaking. If I lived in the US I think I would be giving
    Nestle a home. But I'd just like to say that Burmese are typically
    the most affectionate cats you can imagine - and then some. Our
    Sura just LIVES to love people, to be stroked and cuddled. He is
    an active cuddler, not a passive one, i.e. he will cuddle back,
    pressing his body against you. I can certainly imagine a typical
    Burmese pining away for lack of her own human to love.
    
    Please, someone, give this cat a home. You'll find you never really
    knew what love meant before (yes, I am crying).
    
    Shayne (NZ)

    re .375,.376
    
    I was interested in Nestle, but Lenora tells me that she
    apparently HATES other cats and since I already have three,
    it doesn't look like a good match.  I just wanted to let 
    others know this if they are interested in Nestle or might
    know of someone who is.
    
    Donna

    I am moving to Seattle and I need to find a loving home for my cat
    
    I live in Shrewsbury and here is some info:
    
    	male/neutered
    	10 years old
    	short hair (all black except for 1 little white spot on chest)
    	breed - ??
    	11 pounds
    	loves the outdoors, and indoors.
    
    Please pass this on to anyone.  HE is a good cat.
    
    Thanks 
    
    

    Kitten and her mother need a home.
    
    The kitten is an 8-week old female.  Black and white short-hair,
    very cute "mustache" on her face.
    
    She is a mixed breed and adorable.
    
    The mom is 18 mos. old, black/white markings (unusual facial markings),
    she is 1/2 siamese.  She has all of her shots.  
    
    She is indoor/outdoor, an excellent mouser.  This owner is giving
    her away because she and the family dog don't get along!  

    These cats reside in Bolton, MA.
    
    Contact Doug Bacon, DTN 297-5088, or send mail to CISM::BACON.
    
     
   

    We are still looking for a home for Tymothee.  Things are becoming
    a bit strained around the house for my own cats these days.  Tym
    hasn't really fit in just yet, tho he is coming downstairs these
    days.  His favorite ploy seems to be to just stare back at the
    cat that's hissing at him and then after the second cat turns its
    back and starts to walk away, Tymothee will jump her.  These
    are real hit-and-run confrontations, but there seems to be no
    more progress in the adjustment.  (that I can see)
      So we're still looking for a new home for TT, hopefully with
    fewer cats. He's very affectionate and quite a character. I think
    he needs more attention than we can provide with a total of six.
      If you're interested please contact me 297-2313 or CRUISE::NDC.
    Incase you've missed the first note on Tymothee - He's two years
    old, neutered, longhair.  Mostly black with white paws, whiskers,
    and chin.
      Nancy DC

    I still have 3 kitties available for adoption.  They are all boys,
    born on March 3, 2 black and 1 tiger, and they are adorable!  They
    are very friendly and they love people.  They especially love to
    lay on my lap or my feet and my back or anywhere!  I would perfer
    if at least two were adopted together so they would be loney.  
    They are located in Ayer, Ma.
    
    Please send mail to my node LOOKUP::SANTOS because I am not able
    to read these notes often.
    
    Dawnne
    

    Hopefully someone will see this note and be able to help me out...
    
    Some time ago I posted about two littermates of my friends who had
    chlmydia.  The cats are all better now--however, they have been
    residing in my friend's garage (she has three other cats), and she
    just received a Notice to Comply or Quit (which is quite familiar
    to those of us renting things).  Basically, she has three days to
    get rid of the cats or she faces eviction.
    
    These cats are not cute and fluffy kittens--they are about 1 yr
    old, long hair, ginger/orange tabbies, both female, both spayed
    and up to date on shots.  They have no medical problems, and altho
    one is on the shy side, they are both sociable domestic pets.  There
    was a time they both came very close to being put down--I would
    hate to see it come to this, but I know that NARF has no room in
    foster homes, nor do I, as I live in a two room apartment full of
    pets.  Can anyone in the Santa Clara area help my friend out--either
    by adopting these two nice kitties who have been waiting around
    for a home that's not yet appeared (my friend is lucky to have her
    three--they are not supposed to have ANY pets)--or by fostering
    them until they can be placed?  
    
    You can reach my by email, or by phone--DTN 521-4186 or by calling
    Sandy Wilson (my friend) at DTN 521-6890 or by email JULIET::WILSON_SA.
    
    If anyone has any leads on someone looking for two young, but adult
    cats, PLEASE let me know.  I don't want to see these two go to the
    pound--as they are not little balls of kittenhood anymore, I don't
    think their chances of adoption are good.
    
    Thanks in advance,
    
    kim

    For Adoption:
    
    "HAROLD"
    
    2 year old, male, neutered, long-haired cat.  Pewter grey with light,
    seafoam green eyes (very pretty and interesting!).  He has had all
    his shots, including the leukemia preventative.  Dewormed, etc.
    
    He has been a stray for about 6 months.  While feeding him one day,
    I noticed his jaw looked funny.  As it turns out, it was broken.
    It has now been repaired, and has healed perfectly, and looks "normal."
    
    He is an extremely affectionate cat, who will follow you around
    like a dog.  His most favorite thing to do is to have his head and
    ears rubbed.  He loves to rub his head on your ankles whenever he
    gets the chance.  He's playful, and will chase balls or toys.  He
    also loves to look out the window and keep an eye on the neighborhood.
    
    I would love to keep him myself, but I have four cats already, and
    he is not particularly fond of other animals; I believe because
    he was a stray for so long and had to defend whatever food he could
    find.                                        
    
    For the last month he has been a completely indoor cat, and I would
    like to place him in an indoor-only home.  He has not been declawed,
    but does not scratch on the furniture if you keep his nails trimmed.
    
    If you would like to offer this very pretty, friendly, healthy cat
    a home, please contact me.  I live in Wilton, NH, which is where
    Harold is residing.
    
    Thank you,
    Lisa Walker
    
    (Please send mail if you are interested, and let me know why you
    are looking for a cat.  Thank you very much).

    Still have all three left!  Surely someone wants to adopt the adorable
    little kitties!  If I didn't already have 4 adult cats, I would
    keep them.
    
    My DTN is 223-8650
    my Home number is 772-6518
    
    Make someone happy.  Give them a kitty!
    
    Dawnne
    

    Reference 415.383
    
    Harold, the cat I have for adoption, is now living with my four
    other cats without much of a problem.  So, I don't see any reason
    why he could not be placed in a home with other cats.  He loves
    to play with the cats, so if your cat is very quiet it might not
    work well, but if you have an active cat that needs a friend, Harold
    might be just the cat!

    re: .375
      I am delighted to inform you that NESTLE has found a home!
    Lenora told me this morning that they were able to place her
    yesterday with a very nice couple who has one other cat.  So
    far, Nestle is adapting nicely.  Thanks to all who tried to
    help place this very special cat.
      Nancy DC
    

    Re .386
    
    HOORAY!!! That's wonderful news, thanks Nancy.
    
    Shayne

    
    
         Due to time constraints I didn't have time to write down a
    detailed list of all the cats and kittens available at the shelter.
    I know there are already an awful lot available through the notes
    file but you know never know if someone is looking for specifics.
    
        Well there is Snow- all white cat.
    
        Snow is about the only one that I can remember the name on.
     There are quite a few all black or mostly black cats.  One black
    one has the most gorgeous copper eyes that I have ever seen.  There
    are two black and white ones together that would make a great pair
    for someone looking for two together.  They look almost alike. 
    Then there's the kitty that is the spitting image of Morris.  And
    quite a few tiger cats.  Keep in mind when I say cats that alot
    of these "cats" are under a year old.  I hesitate to call them kittens
    (even though they are) because of people generally associating kittens
    with the 7-12 week olds.
    
         For those of you looking for a certain type of kitten.  I know
    they have quite a few of those available for adoption.  I wanted
    to get a list of all the kittens but I failed to do so last night.
    Maybe tonight.  
    
        If you'd like to check to see if there's anyone there matching
    who you are looking for call (603)883-8512.  They are located in
    Nashua, N.H.
    
                                                     kim

    Please read note 2500.  I need to find a home for Murphy, soon.

    Please see note #2504 regarding Jennifer, a most lovable cat.
    
    Thank you.

                     
                              FREE KITTENS IN NORTHBORO
                              
    	- One male, one female
    	- Both are fluffy and black
    	- Born Easter Sunday and will be eight weeks old 5/26
    	- Very special kitties that where born in my teenage daughter's bedroom,
          and have slept with her ever since. She's very attached and
          wants to make sure they go to a very good home. (We are keeping
          the mother and two of the kittens.) 
    	- They eat IAMS kitten food and water, and are extremely healthy.
    	- Mother has had all her shots.
    
    contact:
    Shirley	DTN 291-8526
    	      HOME  508-393-3657
                                
    BUSY::TETREAULT
                                                   

    A pregnant sealpoint siamese cat was abandoned a short while ago in
    Norton, MA. She was surrendered to the shelter I volunteer at last
    night, with six kittens (probably about a week old) She is in a foster
    home for now, until her kittens are fully weaned, but then she will be
    up for adoption. 
    
    Anyone looking to adopt a purebred siamese can send mail to me, and I
    will put them in touch with the shelter.
    
    Michelle

    Well, today Tym went after Mao when she tried to use the cat box
    and Jack, understandably, told me I have one week to find Tymothee
    a home.  In the meantime, he's locked up which he hates.
    
      I'm pretty depressed by this time and feel like quite a failure
    for not being able to either find Tym a home or teach him manners.
    Any help would be greatly appreciated (sigh)
    
      Nancy   :-(

    
    Ruddy Abyssinian kittens are available at a new low price.  These are
    registered, and will come with a spay/neuter agreement.  Please contact
    me for more information about these kittens.
    
    Thanks,
    
    	Sandy
    
    DTN is 381-2131
    
    

    There is one kitten left from the litter next door to me and I told
    the girl whose cat had the litter that I would advertise this kitten.
     I have already placed the other 2 - one with me and one with someone
    who can introduce her herself.
    
    soooooo
    
    7 week old male black and white shorthaired kitten is available.
    This kitten needs a home soon - the father of the house next door
    has decided that the cats and kittens are to be outside at all times.
     I was livid when I heard this - so I want to place the kitten as
    soon as possible somewhere where he will be safe and loved.
    
    He is very cute - typical black with white face, except that in
    the middle of his white face is a black splotch - looks like he
    got in the way of the ink bottle.
    
    Please help if you can.
    
    You can reach me at work at DTN 264-1963 or via E-mail at BRAT::GERMANN
    Home phone is 603-625-2324 - kitten is located in Manchester, NH.
    I will gladly bring him anywhere within reason.
    
    Ellen
                     

    We recently had three kittens born to our household on April 22.
    They will be ready to go soon and if someone out there is looking
    for a kitten or two, we will put them up for adoption.  However,
    if there is no interest - I'll just have to tell my husband we're
    gonna keep them.  Here are the details - just in case....
    
    They are located in Lowell, MA (I work in Littleton, MA)
    I was told they were all males (but I really don't know)
    They are 7 weeks old
    They show signs of being medium/long hair 
    We have one definate tiger, one with dark hair prominant - tan and
      whites in the background - one tan paw, and one that is mostly
      tiger - but has an orange "paint splotch" on the forehead
    Mother is a beautiful salt and pepper tiger with great markings
    Father is believed to be a rust colored very long haired wanderer
    Mother is a petite cat and father was average size, so size of kitty's
      is to be determined - now they are all about the same size
    One is a real explorer - very advanced (first one in litter box,
      first to climb out of 1 1/2 foot "bed" box, first to eat and drink
      from mother's dish.  The other two are just average playful kittens
      who love to run and jump around and have a good time.
    
    These kittens were born into a family where there are two boys (aged
    4 and 2) who love kittens.  They are tolerant (as kittens go) of
    the boys and play together well.  
    
    As I mentioned, we will give two away (we haven't decided which
    to keep) if there is a want.  Otherwise I will keep them for as
    long as we can.  They are litter trained - never been outside, and
    will be weaned onto Science diet type of foods.
    
    If you are interested and think you can pry them away, please call.
    OFFICE - DTN 226-5514       HOME - 508-459-8528    
    
    -sandy
    

    Last Friday we took in five kittens that were trapped in my in_laws
    basement.  We've taught them how to eat solid food and now they're
    all doing very well but I can't keep all of them.  On the other
    hand I won't let them be destroyed, or take the chance that they
    will be by dropping them off at a shelter, so I'm looking to find
    them homes.  
    
    I estimate that they're about 4 - 6 weeks old by their weight and 
    "believe" them all to be female (I know very little about cats but 
    this is what my wife tells me).  
    
    Discription:
    
    one Grey w/occasional spots of brown and white.  This cat loves to
    be held and purrs as soon as you pick her up.
    
    one Sandy w/white under its' neck.  Very curious and playful
    
    one tiger.  Very even markings.  Instigator - Attacks the others
    when least expected.                         
    
    two tiger w/white under neck and bellies as well as the paws.  One
    of these tends to be a bit quieter than the others, keeping to herself
    but always looking around.  The other is very curious and playfull
    and has white whiskers, making them stand out more.
    
    They're hair is relatively short and they're all very loveable.
    There's an urgency to find them homes soon as I have three children
    who are becoming VERY attached to them.  Also, taking into account
    that we have two other cats and a dog, the food bill's getting a
    bit heftly.
    
    Anyone interested can reach me at RELYON::DCRAMM, at DTN 240-6414
    or at home (in Leominster, Ma.) at (508) 534-4694.  
    
    Dave Cramm

	FREE KITTENS: My SO's son's cat recently had a litter 
	(about 8 weeks ago).

	There are still two female kitties - both orange - who
	are looking for good homes.

	Their current hometown is Marlboro, but they're willing
	to relocate for the right people.

	Please call Michael or Tommy at 508-481-1635, if you're
	interested in becoming a new mommy or daddy.

          Alan

    re: 415.399
    
    Last night I discovered that my last message, 415.399, is incorrect.
    My Vet informs me that I have four males and one female rather than
    five females.  The female is the grey one.

    Hi,
    
    I have just been told by my doctor that I am allergic to cats. I have
    the sweetest little cat named Pookie and I hate to give her up, but I
    have to.  It would make me feel better if I could find a loving home
    for her.  She is approximately 2 years old, spayed and front declawed.
    She had one litter of 2 kittens a year ago.  She is a tiger kitty with
    long hair and a very bushy long tail.  She kinda looks like a racoon.
    She is sort of shy but once she gets to know you is very friendly.
    Always sleeps with me and is cuddly.  She's a good pet.  The only 
    aggravating thing she does is bolt for the door when you open it
    because she likes to get outside.  She always comes home when she's
    hungry.  
    
    If anyone is interested, please send me mail at CIMNET::Lepore.
    
    Thanks a lot,
    Mel

    
    Hi all...
    
    	We have 8 kittens looking for good homes.  Currently they are
    at the stable where I keep my horse in Chester NH.  I deceided to
    put this note in the notes file because I don't want to see them
    grow up at the barn and not be properly taken care of.  Both of
    their mom's are very young (not even 1 year old) and no one thought
    to spay these kittens alas more uncared for youngsters...
    
    	They are all long hair kittens from what I can tell.  I do not
    know thier gender.  They were born at the end of May 1989.  The
    following are thier color patterns;
    
    		4 tortoise tabby with white markings
    		3 black and white: mostly black with white face,chest,feet
    		1 jet black
    		
    	The mom's are small with very pretty eyes and delicate features.
    
    	I can be reached at:  REMACP::CHARTERS
    			      DTN 223-5964
			      If you are interested in seeing the kittens
    			      please call!	

    
    
    
    Hi again...
    
    	This is a change to reply 415.403 on the long hair kittens:
    
    		There are 2 tortoise tabbies
    			  1 grey tabby
		          3 black and white		

    
    Free Black Persian Cat.  Samantha is a female, declawed and spayed.
    She has copper eyes.  She is also four years old.  
    
    We had to place Sam in another home because she was messing on the
    rug on a regular basis.  My daughter was 11 months old and crawling
    everywhere.  The couple that adopted her are having the same problem
    now, but worse.  Sam is not only messing, but urinating as well.
    She does this becuase she is nervous or lonely.  I would expect
    she would do better in a house with no other cats, or maybe a small
    kitten only.
    
    If I cannot find a new home for Samantha I will be placing her in
    the Southern Hillsboro Humane Society for adoption.  I want to avoid
    this at all costs.
    
    I can be reached at DTN 381-1641 or send mail.  She is not located
    at my house, she is Nashua, NH.  The couple that adopted her have
    asked my help in finding a new home.  I can arrange a time to meet
    with them.
    
    Regards,
    Tim
    

    
    
    More on Free long hair kitties: note 415.403...
    
    		Through "Friends of Animals" I will be providing 
    	low cost spaying and neutering certificates to the new
    	owners of the kitties we are giving away.  Please ask me
    	about this when you contact me about the babies.
    
    		By the way...
    
   	the jet black kitten has found a new home in Derry, NH!!!
    
    

Hello hello,

I haven't had a chance to get in here in a long time but my thoughts are 
always with cats and kittens. And speaking of such i've just had a fury little 
problem basically dumped in my lap.

My fiancee just called me and said that one of the people that she works with 
found a kitten (approx/no more than 10 weeks old) who had been abandon. Here 
is my problem; We would take him (and will be taking him until a home can be 
found) but we already have two kittens who are doubling in size every third 
day and I don't think that at this time we can afford a third full time animal 
(as much as we would love to keep him). Besides 3 cats in a two bedroom 
apartment along with two people is just a little bit crowded. 

If any of you kind people could help me out or point me to someone who could 
help out please either send me mail @ SLSTRN::GKELLER or give me a call at
DTN 276-9973.

Thank you very much,

Geoff Keller

P.S. I'm in the North Central Mass. Area.

Peace.

>       <<< Note 415.408 by SLSTRN::GKELLER "If its not blues its eyes" >>>
>               -< Lovable 10wk old kitten for adoption...Please >-
>
>My fiancee just called me and said that one of the people that she works with 
>found a kitten (approx/no more than 10 weeks old) who had been abandon. Here 
>is my problem; We would take him (and will be taking him until a home can be 
>found) but we already have two kittens who are doubling in size every third 
>day and I don't think that at this time we can afford a third full time animal 
>(as much as we would love to keep him). Besides 3 cats in a two bedroom 
>apartment along with two people is just a little bit crowded. 
>
>Thank you very much,
>
>Geoff Keller


We found a home for it.

Thanks,

Geoff

    I'm looking for a good home for a wonderful cat that I took into my
    home to have kittens.  This cat lived outside of a friend's house (she
    was born there a year ago), and was an outdoor kitty (one of several)
    because the occupants of the house owned dogs.  She ended up getting
    pregnant (surprise, surprise), and when I found out I took her home to
    have the kittens.  
    
    The kittens are almost five weeks old now, so in a few more the momma
    cat will need to find a new home.  I already have two cats and cannot
    keep another one.  I have her name on the waiting list at the N.E.
    Animal Shelter (they don't kill cats), but would rather find a home for
    her so she doesn't have to sit in a cage.
    
    She is located in Lowell, MA.  She tested negative for feline leukemia,
    and has had her rabies and distemper shots.  She is one year old, short
    hair, calico, and tiny.  She only weighs 6 pounds or so.  She purrs all 
    the time, and even lets me comb her.  She will need to be spayed - I am
    willing to do this for her if this will help.  "momma" is really a very
    beautiful cat and I would definitely keep her if I had the room.
    
    If you are interested, or if you know of anyone that may be, please 
    contact me @DTN 381-0561, or (508)459-7999 (h), or via email.  

    If any of you remember, a neighbor of mine "fostered" Freeway with
    her mother cat when we first found him.  She did me a big favor
    and now I am going to try to do her a big favor.  
    
    A friend of hers called on Sunday and said that she had a litter
    of 8 week old kittens that she was going to take to the pound unless
    Julie came and got them.  Well, Julie went and got them.
    
    They are 2 females and 1 male, all three black.  One of the females
    and the male has "ghost" tabby markings that I think will disappear
    as they get older.  The other female has a few white hairs under
    her chin, and a few white hairs on her belly button.  All three
    are very oriental in type, long fine boned legs, long whippy tails,
    wedge shaped heads.  Right now their eye color is hazel to green,
    but they may just be in a transition stage, probably will end up
    with copper eyes.  They are very healthy and active.
    
    The kittens are weaned and available now to a good home.  They are
    located in Morgan Hill, CA, about 35 minutes south of our Santa
    Clara office.  If you would like more information about these babies,
    please contact me at the above node.
    
    Jo

    My folks are selling their house and are both moving to seperate
    locales (a divorce is happening also).  They have a cat named
    Sir Sid who needs a new home.  Sir Sid is a 5 year old altered
    male.  He has short hair and is black & white.  Sir Sid loves 
    the outdoors, but if need be, could reside inside the home.
    
    I wish I could take Sir Sid, but my husband and I have 2 cats
    already!!
    
    Sir Sid, also some of us call him Sidney, would love to have 
    home.  The people move into the house on July 15th, so please
    let me know if anyone can take him.
    
    My folks live near Worcester Mass.  in a small town called
    Princeton.  Princeton is right next door to Westminster, Mass.
    
    You can contact me at DTN:381-0457 or send me mail on Smurf::Ries.
    
    

    Many kittens, all varieties, all with first shots, and FeLV negative.
    
    Call Linda, (508) 358-5459, in Concord, MA.
    
    Linda works for Concord Adopt-A-Cat.  I dropped off four kittens and
    mother cat that were found abandoned in a barn last night.  They are
    really adorable.  
    
    She has between 10 and 20 kittens, and about 70 cats - all are
    adoptable.  If you want more information, feel free to call her, or
    send mail to me and I'll tell you what I know.
    
    Thanks,
    Sue
    
    
    

    I am entering this note for a friend.
    
    Beautiful female MAINE COON cat was abandoned at her condo complex.
    The cat is approx. 9 mo's to a year old and is very affectionate
    and needsa loving a home.  Although she woulld love to keep her,
    my friend already has 2 cats and a small condo.
    
    The cat is in Billerica, MA.  Please call Margot at 508-667-3491
    to adopt this beauty!
                                                   

    I have a 2.5 year old neutered male, Sneakers, I'm looking to find
    a suitable home for.
    
    I took him in as a stray when he was a kitten (he looked so lonely). 
    
    Unfortunately, things haven't worked out.  I already have an indoor
    cat and Sneakers is clearly an outdoor cat but you can't have one
    of each.
    
    Strengths:
    
    	o Very attractive - I think he's mostly Maine Coon
    
    	o Very endearing articulations
    
    	o Likes kids
    
    	o Loves to play
    
    Weaknesses:
    
    	o Doesn't seem to care much for adult humans, but strangely enough
    	  he seems to love kids when he's in the mood for a petting.  It's
    	  been quite frustrating trying to establish a loving relationship
    	  with him and having him reject you and then watch him melt into
    	  a purring mass of fur in the hands of my neighbors kids.
    
    	o Somewhat hyper.  Tends to be very active and tries to
    	  pick playful cat fights with my older cat even when the older
    	  cat isn't terribly interesting in playing.  He was MUCH happier
    	  as an outdoor cat and that's why I'm trying to find an outdoor
    	  homestead for him.
    
    Folks, I really need to find another place for him.  My older cat,
    Panther, is an old friend whom I could no sooner give up than I could
    my own child.   It's clear that having Sneakers around has been very
    stressful for Panther and I'd jump in front of a car to save Panther
    from harm - and stress is very dangerous for older cats.
    
    PLEASE PLEASE help me out.  If you have an outdoor-cat household
    and can take another cat, please contact me.   My only alternative
    is to take Sneakers to the Animal Shelter and that has a stigma
    that I find hard to deal with, but I may have to.
    
    	Dave Blickstein
    	DTN 381-2081
    	Home phone: (603) 880-8268

    Free to good home:
    
    Four kittens, 6 1/2 weeks old.
    
    gray/white male (more gray than white)
    white/gray male (more white than gray)
    all black female
    calico female
    
    Call Sue, DTN 381-0561, or (508) 459-7999 at home in Lowell, MA
    
    

    I know of two cats up for adoption, and have been authorized by
    the owner to post this note.  The cats live at National Tile, in
    North Reading, Mass. -- in the warehouse, to be specific.  The company
    is moving to a new location with motion detectors in the warehouse,
    so the cats can't move with the company.
    
    The cats are a female and a male (her offspring).  The female is
    about two years old, is spayed, and has all her shots.  She's mostly
    a tiger pattern, with gray and white stripes.  She's a real attack
    cat when it comes to dogs, and has bloodied the noses of dogs many
    times her size.  She's very gentle and unafraid around people.
    
    The male has a white body, but his tail has the gray and black stripe
    pattern from his mother.  He's almost a year old, is also fixed,
    and has had his shots.  His eyes are blue-green color, very pretty.
    
    To inquire about the cats, call National Tile at (508) 664-3165
    and ask for Mark or Tony.  Their hours are 7:30am-5pm weekdays (until
    9pm on Thursdays), and 7:30-noon on Saturdays.  The company is moving
    around August 1st, so the cats have to be placed by then.
    
    -- Paul Cashman (dtn 291-0280)

    	My riding instructor has a kitten for adoption.
    
    	male longhaired tiger kitty (Momma looks like part coon cat)
    	age about 8 weeks old
    	he is box trained and real lovable
    
    	call sue @ 366-9248 for more info.
    
    	this kitty is in Westboro

    
    	After trying all other solutions we have to place our cat up for 
    adoption. She has been a member of the family for twelve years now but
    over the last couple years my four year old son has developed asthma
    and in the last 12-18 months we has come to realize that he has an
    allergy to the cat that is bringing on alot of his "asthma attacks".
    Medications, constant cleaning of the house and frequent grooming of
    the cat have not helped my son at all and in fact he seems to become
    more sensitive as time passes.
    
    Her name is Tootie and she lives in Merrrimack N.H. She was born April
    15th 1977. From the previous sentence you probably realize that tootie
    is a female. She has been spayed and since she was declawed as a kitten
    she is definately an indoor cat. She is a long-haired cat (an angora /
    persian mix) predominately white white some black and brown markings on
    her tail. She loves alot of affection and is well used to children but
    she does not take well to dogs even though she has never
    been bothered or hurt by any dog. She is in exellent health but we
    would be happy to bring her to the vet, bring all shots up to date, and
    groom her before you brought to her new home. Of course we would also
    send along her possesions.
    
    My dtn is 287-3339.
    email: CADSE::DEROO
    
    Ken
    
    By the way, she loves to chase a flashlight beam around the floor
    trying to catch it.
    
      

   Kajtek (Polish name, pronounced KY-TEK), is a grey striped, 
   short-haired cat with beautiful markings.  He is a six year old 
   healthy male, and was neutered and de-clawed as a kitten.  

   Because we live in an apartment, he is currently in indoor cat, 
   but he does love the outdoors.  We live in Chelmsford MA.

   I will be moving at the end of August, and am unable to take
   my cat with me.

	Please send me mail for further information.

					Lynne

to Australia.

I have two cats (neutered males) that cannot go with us (the quarantine period
is 9 months!!). Both of these cats were obtained from Angel Memorial as kittens
(2 different litters) 2+ years ago and are inside cats (never outside).  They 
grew up together as kittens, and I would prefer to place them both in the same
home if possible.

Salt is a LARGE (14-15 lbs.) pure white cat with gold eyes and a small voice,
although he can be quite talkative.  He is very playful, although not a cuddly
cat.

Pepper (naturally) is a small pure grey cat with yellow eyes (looks a lot like
a Russian Blue) who rarely makes any sound, but can be quite demanding when it
is cuddle time.

Both cats are short-haired, extremely sanitary, and trained to a custom-made
scratching post (will include).  They play well together and individually with
their own separate types of toys (aluminum foil balls, milk container rings,
etc.)  Both cats are healthy, up to date on shots, and very clean. 

We would not part with these cats if we thought the 9 months quarantine would
not cause considerable harm to them.  We will be gone at least 3 years.

We live in eastern Ma. (Lexington).  I have pictures available, and visits can
be scheduled. Please send inquires to:

	Dick Stenger
	DTN: 264-2427
	Email: NWACES::STENGER
	Phone: 617-861-1478


    

    Hi guys,
    
    Well, a cute little black male shorthair seems to have adopted us.
    I first discovered this little guy on Monday, July 10th, when I
    went running outside at 11:00pm to break up a cat fight outside.
    As it turns out, one of my household pets had broken through the
    screen to get at this little guy.  Of course, Winston, being the
    wimp that he really is, didn't quite know what to do once he got
    out there, it was the other cat making all the noise.
    
    Anyway, I carted Winston back inside and shut the window so that
    he couldn't do that again, and I really didn't pay much attention
    to the little black cat since he looked like one that lives nearby.
    Well, in the morning, he was still there.  He seems to be eternally
    grateful to me for "saving his life", little does he know that Winston
    wasn't about to try anything that might be considered the least
    bit aggressive.  Of course, when I noticed the cat there the next
    day too, I took a closer look at him.
    
    He is a young male, less than a year, and appears to not be neutered
    yet.  He is jet black, has an oriental type body, and gorgeous bright
    yellow eyes.  He is wearing a flea collar, but so far I haven't
    been able to find his owners.  None of the neighbors recognize him.
    My husband and I have been feeding him for about a week, once we
    realized that he wasn't going home during the day.  He has been
    camped out in our back yard since the tenth.  This boy is very
    affectionate, and will make bread while he is standing there, looks
    like he is marching in place.
    
    Ken is getting very atttached, but we have many, many cats already.
    I put a found ad in the paper, but haven't had any response yet.
    I am offering this wonderful boy to a good loving home.  He is outdoors
    now, but wants to be an indoor kitty.  Everytime I open the door,
    he makes a dash for inside.  I can't bring him in, cause of the
    risk to my other cats.
    
    Now the plea... if you know anyone who might be interested in a
    truly loving, wonderful black male kitten/cat, please send mail
    to WR2FOR::CORDESBRO_JO or have them call me at home (408)779-0092.
    
    Jo

    Jo,
    
    He's probably sticking around because of the girls you have inside!!! 
    These boys seem to be able to sense (or smell) these things.  I hope
    you find a home soon for him so that his "parts" can be taken care of. 
    
    I know what your vet bills must be like, but you may want to consider
    taking him in and having him fixed...might be easier to find him a
    home that way.
    
    cin
    

    Lets try this again, lost network partner last time.
    
    Well, he is either very young, or already neutered cause his parts
    aren't very inflated, if you know what I mean.  I didn't want to
    get too personal with him, since we just met.  I am having trouble
    judging his age cause he is so unlike my breed.
    
    We have considered taking him in to the vet to find out if he has
    already been fixed, but I would rather not do that for a couple
    of reasons. 1) If he does have an owner, I would prefer they pay
    for it, and I have a feeling that they wouldn't reimburse me.  I
    have been in and out of the vet's with Joui and have a balance oweing
    already.  2) This is how we got Tilly, my husband's household pet.
    The idea was to fix her up into the most healthy adoptable cat in
    the world, and adopt her out.  Well, we did that and then *Ken*
    adopted her!! He is already getting attached to this guy.
    
    His interest in the house appears to be more food related than sex
    related.  On his one trip inside, he dashed right past Laci, who
    is in raging season, and headed right for the bowl of Iams I had
    just poured.
    
    He hasn't left our backyard for ten days, we see him there morning,
    noon and night.
    
    The little guy wants people of his own to love him.  And he is so
    cute and sweet.
    
    Thanks for your suggestions, we will think it over again.
    
    Jo

    I know EXACTLY what you mean, Jo, especially the part about having a
    running balance at the vet.  
    
    cin...who is glad she has an understanding vet.
    

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BIZNIS::DIXON                                        11 lines  30-JUN-1989 10:38
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    Is there somebody out there who lives on a farm or knows of somebody who
    has a farm who would love two cats, possible three if I can catch her. 
    My cats have always lived in a barn.  They are good clean cats, but I
    am moving and cannot take them.  It is a mother and two of her grown
    kittens.  They are all female and have been fixed.
    
    I really would love to find a good home for them rather than to give
    them to an animal shelter.
    
    Call Dotty DTN: 276-8218 or (508) 345-2504.
    


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REFINE::FARRELL "The Hacker. DTN 235-8164"           22 lines  10-JUL-1989 21:01
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I'm moving to a new apartment and can't bring my cat of two years with.

She's a calico - white, black and orange - not spayed.  VERY good
temperament especially with children.  She loves attention.

She's also had 2 litters - I know, I know - and I'm still trying to
find homes for the remaining 2 kittens.

They're fairly large now about 12 weeks old - house trained and mischievous.
One is jet black - I think he's male, cat sexing has never been easy for me !!

One is grey and white.  White flash up it's forehead, I think she's female.

Free, of course, to good homes.  

DTN:     235-8164		Home:  508-474-0074
E-Mail:  REFINE::FARRELL

Best to mail me as I'm often hard to get.



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SALEM::SWOODBURY                                     21 lines  13-JUL-1989 12:36
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                           *****FREE KITTEN****
    
                      
                            Black and white
                      
                            8 wks. old
    
                           litter trained
                         
               Great with kids and other cats.............
    
                      Shirley Woodbury
    
                        dtn... 261-3567
    
                   salem::Swoodbury
    
                     Litchfield, N.H.
    
                          


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    FREE BLACK KITTEN
    
    My sister found a black kitten, male, approximately 8 weeks old.
    
    Needs home, free.
    
    Please call
    
    Brenda Baer
    DTN 223-5823
    ECAD::BAER
    
    


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WJCUST::MARSAN "Rick Marsan (Soccer madman)"          8 lines  18-JUL-1989 09:00
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   We are moving and cannot bring our cat with us.  He is approximately two
   years old and has been nutered and declawed.  He is therefore an indoor cat.
   If you would like an adorable, active and FREE cat, give me a call or drop me
   a line.

Richard E. Marsan
DTN: 282-1563
E-Mail: WJCUST::MARSAN

    I am cross-posting this, and have mailed the author a note to that
    effect.
    
    
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    My daughter found a small cat (about 8 - 10 months old) in Mason.  It
    was obviously starving as it was very concave and its hair terribly
    matted.  She brought it home and we have been fattening it up and
    combing it out.  It is a beautiful orange tabby with green eyes and
    longish hair.  Its tail is magnificent -- large and fluffy.  And it 
    has naturally curly hair on its belly.  Notice I keep saying "its." I'm
    not sure of the sex because the hair is so long and it won't let me
    embarrass it too long.
    
    I have two cats and a dog and though this cat has wound itself around
    my heartstrings and I would love to keep it, my husband says NO.  The
    cat is very quiet (it lived in my daughter's room over a week before my
    husband even knew it was in the house!) and it is very friendly and
    purrs constantly.
    
    Please, someone, give it a good home.
    
    (I posted a note in the FELINES conference last week but have had no
    takers yet.)
    
    I live in Nashua and can be reached at 888-7440 or at work:
    
    DTN 381-2225
    TLE::BENTLEY
    
    Also, if you know of anyone in the Mason area who may have lost this
    cat, please have them contact me. 

	Another soon-to-be expatriot heard from. . . (re previous notice).
	I'm relocating to the UK for two years as of Sept. 1st, and I don't 
	think my kitties would take kindly to the required six-month quaran-
	tine period, not to mention the flight.   I have two affectionate, 
	companionable cats which need an indoor, adult home.  I would like 
	to be able to keep them together, but this is not mandatory.  Also,
	this could be a temporary arrangement if that suits better.  I would 
	love to be able to have them back when I return, but if they and you 
	have become inseparable in the meantime, I would not disrupt the 
	relationship.

	Wally is a 9-ish neutered male who likes to be king of all he surveys,
	including your affections.  He has a great motor which you can turn on
	by cuddling him under your chin.   His name is actually a nickname for
	"The Great Flying Wallenda", which reflects his ability to fly to the
	top of the most amazing places -- without disturbing a thing!  He is
	shy at first, but eventually his curiousity gets the better of him, &
	he has to come out of hiding to see what's going on.  He does NOT like
	loud noises, however, so a childless household would be better.

	Buttercup is a spayed female, also around 9 years old.  She should have
	been called "Princess",	given her extremely fastidious nature and her 
	penchant for posing for	the camera with one paw delicately placed "just
	so" in front of the other for the best possible angle.   She is a creamy
	butterscotch tiger with four white paws and belly, and goes quite well 
	with Wally's white with brown spots coloring.  They both keep themselves
	incredibly spotless.

	I am most anxious to place them quickly so that I will still be around 
	for questions during the adjustment period.  Please let me know as 
	soon as possible if you can help me out.  

	Cathy Gardner - LKG1-2/J10 - DTN 226-7072 
	(home in Lowell, Mass.)

    I've been handed the unfortunate task of finding homes for 2 adorable
    9-week old kittens that used to belong to a friend of mine.  I offered
    to take in her kittens while she was hospitalized, and now she can't
    take them back ('cause she got evicted from her apt. and has to move
    back with her mom & dad - "who hate cats".)
    
    These kittens are wonderful, and I'd love to keep them but can't, 'cause
    I already have two adult cats and a 9-week old puppy.  In addition, my
    puppy is pretty rough on these little guys when he "plays".
    
    . The kittens are located in Albuquerque, New Mexico
    . They are 9 weeks old (not spayed or neutered)
    . 1 black & white (long-haired) male .... he's a little TYRANT!!
    . 1 grey & white (short-haired) female ... she's VERY loving and
      affectionate!!
    . I'd prefer that they went as a pair since they're littermates, but
      would consider splitting them up if a good, loving home was found for
      both of them
    . They are indoor kittens
    
    If you are interested in these little beauty's (or know of anyone who
    might be) please call me (Kelley) at DTN 554-7360 or at home (505) 
    898-6037.
                    
    Thanks.

    I got an update from Lenora on PEEPERS. Apparently the folks who
    have her are moving this week!  Her current owner is moving TODAY
    and the roommate on SATURDAY.  If they don't have a home for her
    they're throwing her out on the street.  I'll take her as a fostercat 
    (OH NO!) before I'll see her out on the street, but I'd like to avoid
    that as our cats are just getting back to normal after three months
    with Tymothee. 
      If you can't take the cat permanently, maybe you can foster her
    for a bit.  Please consider it.
       Thanks
       Nancy DC
    

    Nancy, if the cat can't find a permanent home, I'll foster her.  I am
    sure that I could find a home for her within a short period.
    
    I hope some of the "backyard" breeders out there are reading this. 
    Even pedigreed cats end up on the streets!!  
    
    cin
    

Hi Nancy

  This upsets me so!!!!!  I'll take her.  I just get believe that someone
would do this -- Cindy said if it doesn't work out, she would take her and
find her a home, but expect that everything work out fine.  Now, I just
have to break the news to my son and husband!!! Especially, since my son
is allergic to two my furballs now!! I guess this will be as close as I
will get to a blue eyed white baby!!  Does it needs shots, fixing?

  Marian
   

    Help!
    
    We came very close last week to running over two adorable (and,
    unfortunately, obviously abandoned) kitties.  They were wandering
    down an isolated road when we found them. 
    
    A friend has agreed to care for them until we can find them a home.
    They are approximately seven weeks old, white with beautiful calico
    patches, both female, both very friendly.  They have been to the
    vet for their checkup and shots.  We would love to see them both
    be adopted together (God knows they've made it this far together)
    but any loving home would be welcome.
    
    The kittens are located in Franklin, MA.  I work in Maynard (Powdermill
    Rd.)  If interested, please contact me at WITNES::BERNARD,
    XIBITB::BERNARD, or at DTN 223-4276.
    Thanks,
    
    John

    			FREE KITTEN TO A GOOD HOME
    
    This kitten is located in Uxbridge, MA.  It is a male, approx. 12 weeks
    old.  He is small for his age though because his mother didn't feed him
    very well.  He is yellow with white paws and white markings on his
    face.  He is very cute.  He is somewhat shy at first, but once you get
    him in your arms he is very friendly.  If you are interested please
    contact:  Pam Morin @ DTN 297-4833 or CURIE::MORIN
    

Nashua Humane Society
24 Ferry Road, Nashua N.H.
Tele: 883-8512

Open for adooption Tue/Sat 12-5:30

Ripley-3 months- Short haired female. Yellow tiger (HSB) Good with 
cats.

Felix- One year altered male- Short hair Tiger Tabby. Good with Kids, 
cats, dogs, and housebroken. VERY affectionate. Will wash your face 
clean if you let him,.Loves to be held and patted. More of indoor cat.

Wellington. 3 Month male. Grey/white long hair. Good with Kids, cats, 
dogs. Housebroken. 

Sabrina  3 month female- Grey/tan short hair. Good with kids cats, 
dogs, housebroken.

LITTERMATES


Pete and Repete-  Two eleven weeks old male  Black/white Short hair.
Good with kids,cats ,and dogs, housebroken.

Kipa-  Ten week male. Black/tan short hair. Good with kids, cats, 
dogs. Housebroken.

Bibs- 8 week old female. Black/white short hair., Housebroken.

Rollie- 3 month male. Black/white. Short hair.

Chuck- 7 year altered male. Tiger shorthair. VERY overwight. Needs to 
be put on diet. Aprox. 22 pounds. Needs to be only pet in household. 
Very affectionate. Good with children.

Sandy- Nine week old female. Black/white/shorthair. Good with kids, 
cats, dogs. Housebroken.

**********************************************************************
     Her name is Tuffy- Five year old female- She is a tiger/with 
touch of mainecoon. Good with kids,cats,dogs,housebroken. Very 
affectionate. She has been in adoption for the longest amount of time.

    The green-eyed blond in .429 has found a home.  Thanks to everyone who
    inquired and who offered assistance.
    
    This notes file is the greatest thing since chocolate!  It's wonderful
    to know there are so many caring and loving people in this world and
    that our beautiful furry friend have so much support.
    
    Thanks.
    
    

    I am still in need of a home for a very affectionate little black
    male with golden eyes.  He has been with us since the 10th of July,
    and we have put ads in the paper advertizing that we found him.
    So far we have had not one single call from the ad.  This little
    guy is wearing a flea collar, so he must have belonged to someone.
    It makes me sad that no one is looking for him.  He is such a wonderful
    cat.
    
    I made him a little bed on our back deck, and he spends most of
    his time there.  We have been feeding him and giving him water,
    and I plan to vaccinate him too.  Couldn't hurt, since we don't
    know whether he has been vaccinated or not.  
    
    This guy is probably about 7-9 months old, and is not neutered yet.
    We may be willing to pay for the neutering if the right home came
    along.  He is a short haired boy, with an oriental style body
    (reminescent of siamese).  He has a very sweet meow, and likes to
    talk and sing to you.
    
    The cutest thing about this boy is the way he will march in place
    by picking up his front feet, one at a time, and curl the paw under.
    He purrs non-stop.
    
    I am located in Morgan Hill, California, and would even be willing
    to ship this kitten to the right home.  I work in the Santa Clara
    office.  
    
    Maybe one of the feliners that are coming over this weekend for
    the West Coast party will take a liking to this boy and help find
    him a home.
    
    Jo

    I need to find the right home for little Spuds...
    
    For those who don't know the long story, here's the Readers Digest
    version:
    
    Spuds is an 11 month old neutered male short-haired kitten.  He has
    double paws front and back.  Spuds is 95% white and has a patch of dark
    tabby striping over each eye.  His tail is also striped.  Spuds
    originally came to me as a 7 day old orphan who needed a Mom, and since
    I just happened to have a Mom who was nursing 4 of her own, I took him
    in.  He went back to his original home at 8 weeks.  Unfortunately, his
    family was being evicted because of a no-pets policy, and Spuds had to
    find a new home.  I am providing foster care until he can be adopted.
    
    He's had all his shots, and he's tested negative for feline leukemia. 
    He has perfect box manners and gets along well with other cats who are
    not aggressive to him (that leaves out my Chauncey!!).  He loves to
    wash your face and will wrap his paws around your arm or leg at night
    and purr you to sleep.
    
    Spuds, whom I've been calling Bud, really needs a home where he won't
    get the crap beaten out of him by a 6 pound Himalayan. 
    
    I live in Nashua, work at Spit Brook.  Feel free to send mail or call
    at DTN 381-2498.  I will pay for a well cat checkup at the vets as
    well.
    
    He's a wonderful, affectionate little boy who has been moved around
    enough.  He just needs someone to love him.
    
    Mary

    Oh Mary - I know that situation  :-)  I'll spread the word.
      Nancy DC

    re: .432  I'm Happy to report that Peepers, the little Himmy who
    was about to join the ranks of the homeless, has gone to her new
    home!  
      Lenora asked me to thank everyone for their help and especially
    those Feliners who were willing to foster Peepers.  
       Nancy DC
    

    RE:  415.416
    
    Just wanted to let you know that the abandoned Maine Coon in note
    415.416 has been adopted.
    
    yea - another happy ending.
    
    Judie
    

    This was in the want-ad, for whats its worth.
    
    Free To a good home;
    
    Male Persian mix, long black fur, yellow eyes.  Extremely affectionate
    neutered  and has all shots.  will deiver, brighton, 617-789-4137.
    
    
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    free, 2 female tiger kittens .  1 yr old in Aug.   Spayed and all 
    shots.  comes w/ accesories (owner will elaborate).
    
    Julie after 5 pm 508-485-5009  Marlboro
    

    I wanted to update you on the black cat that I am fostering until
    I can find him a good home.  This cat was mentioned in note .424
    and again in note .440
    
    Well, a fellow feliner has come to the rescue and provided the funds
    to have this little guy tested for leukemia and neutered.  He is
    at the vet's office right now.  They just called to say that his
    leukemia test was negative.
    
    If any of you are thinking about adopting him, but holding back
    since he is so far away, don't worry, we can ship him to you.  He
    was a little angel in his carrier this morning, so I don't think
    that being in a carrier for the flight would be too stressful for
    him.  Also, if the cost is a consideration, we can work something
    out.  The most important thing is to find him a good home.
    
    So, what we have here is a beautiful, affectionate, healthy,
    vaccinated, leukemia negative, neutered, black male cat that is
    approx. just under a year old.  What more could anyone want??
    
    Help me find him the right home....please.
    
    Jo

    A friend of mine has four kittens ready for adoption.  Due to the
    fact that I've been so busy I couldn't get this note in here until
    now.  
    
    The kittens are 12 weeks old.  A couple have longish fur.  They
    are striped - but not tigers.  If you look at them from the side,
    their stripes look rather like rectangles with no bottom line. 
    I hope that's easily understood.  They are black and gray.  Very
    bold coloring.
    
    These kittens were quite an accident.  Just about the time when
    my friend was going to take her male to be fixed... too late!
    
    Anyway, please do NOT contact me.  You may call her house any time
    of day and leave a message on the machine if she is not home.  Ask
    for Claudia at (508)892-1613.  This is a Leicester number.
    
    Thanks.

    
    Sweet neutered 1 yr. old MALE PERSIAN needs a good home !
                           
    My girlfriend found him in Belmont last week.  He was a real mess;
    undernourished with severely matted hair.  She's taken him in until we can
    find a permanent owner.   He's been groomed(shaved), had shots and does not
    have leukemia.  He's white and gray, though the gray may just be
    dirt. I haven't seen him since the grooming.
                          
    He's a real sweet, friendly cat.
    If you're interested, please send mail.
    
    Ron  

    I hope someone can help.  This past week my family and I were adopted
    by a pretty gray tabby.  It almost seems that someone had dropped her
    off at our doorstep and left her.  She's a very friendly cat (a little
    skinny perhaps) and appears to be less than a year old.  Our problem,
    even though everyone loves her) is that we are all allergic to cats!
    Hives, sneezing, the works!  She won't leave, we CAN'T have her in the
    house and she is very, very intent on finding ways in.  We were hoping
    that by not feeding her and thus encouraging her that perhaps she would
    return to her real home or seek out someone who could take her in. 
    Unfortunately she's still with us.  
    
    Is there anyone out there who would be interested in taking her, I'd be
    more than happy to make arrangements with you.  We haven't been able to
    find anyone we know who would take her and I DON'T want to take her to
    the local animal shelter.
    
    Please help if you can.  As far as location, we live in Townsend, MA
    and I work at Digital Tewksbury.  If you are interested, please contact
    me at NITMOI::DAVIS.
    
    	Your help would be appreciated by my family and this beautiful cat.

    re: .449  How far are you from Dunstable?  I suggest you call Kitty
    Angels.  508-649-4681  They are a no-kill shelter.  There's still
    a good possibility that they're full, but if you explain the situation
    to them they might be willing to take her anyway.  They also do
    the cat shows in the hopes of finding homes for their kitties. 
    When I had Tym they offered to let me bring him to a show they were
    doing to try and find him a home, even tho they had no room themselves.
      There's an answering machine.  Also, Last time I called part of
    the recording said that they were full but you could all Alliance
    for Animals and they gave the number.  
      Good Luck.
        Nancy DC
    

    Cat up for adoption.
    Located:	Leominster (Chapman Place Townhouses)
    Gender:	Male
    Neutered:   Yes
    Age:	4 years
    Hair:	Short
    Coat:	Strawberry blond with white cotton like fur on belly and
    		paws.
    Breed:	Mix
    Size:	Medium
    Enduring Qualities:  Likes to suck on my knucles and knead - like a
    		baby.
    Indoor:	Yes (Although he does potty on the carpet occaisionally)
    Outdoor:	Loves it.  He has never come home injured.
    Shy:	Only around strangers.  
    Friendly:	Loving and cuddley
    Pads:	Pink
    
    
    He's the sweetest animal I have ever known
    Other:	Has been declawed (front claws only)  Has never sprayed.

    Regarding whereabouts of Harry's owners.  If interested call
    508-840-2747. Note # 415.455

    I am loving looking for a home for my cat. The cat is a female, spayed,
    5-year-old. She is grey with stripes with white paws. Short hair. I'm
    sorry I don't know my cat breeds but I believe she is a Tiger. She is
    up on her shots and she has a recent health certificate. She has been
    an indoor/outdoor, outdoor, then indoor cat throughout her life. She
    has been a mother once so she has a well-rounded felinality. She hasn't
    attacked draperies or furniture. She likes to curl up on your lap and
    be petted. She is located in the Colorado Springs area.
    Kevin Simmons
    DTN: 522-4773
    OUT: 719-548-4773
    MAIL: CSC32::SIMMONS

    Entered on behalf of a co-worker:
    
    Sex:	spayed female
    Age:	3
    Coat:	Black & White Longhair
    Name:	Portia
    Nails:	Declawed
    Traits:	friendly, good with children
    Location:	Wellesley
    
    
    Owners need to find a new home, due to their baby being allergic
    to Portia.
    
    Please call  Mike Levinger
    		     or
    		 Nancy Schwartz
    
    at (617) 235-7708
    

    There is another terrific little orphan-kitty that needs a
    home. We've been 'foster parents' for the little guy for the
    past two weeks and he's getting cuter every day. I have a 
    'permanent' cat that can't handle the stress of having an
    intruder in the household. Does anyone know of a good home?
    He's about 4 1/2 months old, white with grey patches, with 
    longish hair. See note 2726 for more details.

    Just wanted to let you all know that the black cat that I told of
    in notes .424, and .440 has found a home.  
    
    Jo
    

    I'm glad to hear all these successful adoptions!  Unfortunately, I'm
    still looking for a home for Spuds, the kitty in note 415.441.  Things
    with Chauncey have gone from bad to worse and poor Spuds must now spend
    most of his time confined to my basement.  Chauncey is just a little
    guy, but he still antagonizes Spuds and it just isn't working.  I'm
    afraid I'll have to place him in a shelter if I can't find a home for
    him soon.  I'm travelling again, and this is not something my sitter
    (and her two cats) can deal with.  It's not fair to Spuds, or any of
    the other cats.
    
    If you know of someone who is looking for a cat that will love them for
    all eternity, please read .441 and help me find good home for Spuds.
    
    Mary

Well, like most people I guess, this note causes me some pain to post.  I
love and own a loving, friendly, beautiful cat I call Boopsie, who I believe
is quite tired of being alone and not with me, as I am single and out of the
house a lot.  She has no companions and I don't let her out of the house either.
I would feel a lot better about her happiness if someone with a more active
household and dedicated to caring for her in the best fashion would adopt her.
It's a quarrel I have between my affection for her and my wishes for her best
interests.

Boopsie lives with me in Shrewsbury, MA (near Worcester), is female, spayed,
and is about 3.5 years old.  She has beautiful short gray/silver hair in a kind
of a tabby pattern and is cute as the dickens, with big round eyes.  She is be
a bit overweight but otherwise not too small, not too large a cat.  I think she
would be great around children, and historically she has gotten along fine with
other cats (though it's been a few years).  She is extremely affectionate and
misses me a lot when I am not home... but mostly I think she is bored.  She's
an indoor cat, very peaceful, loves people, and I think she would like to go
outside from time to time.  Alas, this is impossible where I live.

If you are someone you know wishes to adopt Boopsie, please write me or call
(508) 842-4853.

    
    	Well, someone's going to sugggest this, so I might as well....
    
    	How about getting Boopsie a playmate?? You'd be amazed at
    	how well they entertain each other...
    
    	Sherry                                         
    

    "Patches", a four year old spayed female cat needs to be adopted.
    This cat, originally belonging to my son, needs and deserves a good
    home. I will contribute $100 dollars and a years supply of food to
    help support her and to encourage her adoption by a kind hearted human.
    
    She is of mixed breed with perhaps some Siamese. Her color is black
    with white patches on her front paws. She is an indoor cat and has had 
    her front claws removed. Patches has also had her shots about 1
    and half years ago. She is also very neat about her litter box.
    
    She likes people when she gets to know them and prefers to be rubbed
    or petted with feet as opposed to hands. On occasion she will sing
    (meow) in response to like sounds. 
    
    Call me at 508-263-7796
    
    Peter 
    
    

I had offered to take my friend's cat (now living in Brookline) when she 
moved and bring her to my home inWeston.  Her new apartment won't allow pets 
and at the last minute my landlord refused me as well. 

She the cat, or should I say "it" - the cat, is blessed with an ample 
figure beneath a stylish short black and white coat.  She is about 4 
years old and has lived indoors for the past two years.  She is very 
affectionate and a little talkative.  Her conversational tone is not 
the aggressive New Yorker nasal whine of a Siamese more the Boston Beacon
Hill Grand Dame.  Her breeding is clearly that of a superior hybrid 
not at all the unstable high-strung thoroughbred.  She lost a little piece of
her ear I believe to an abusive husband from whom she is now divorced.
Despite the difficult times in her past she remains very affectionate and 
lovable.

I had always been mildly allergic to cats.  But I have not suffered my 
usual discomfort with this cat.  I don't know if this is because my 
chemistry changed on she is truly a most unique and pleasant animal.

You can call her owner at 617/893-5439 and ask for Ginny or send me E-mail.

Thanks

    Two adorable free kittens available.  Both have fluffy
     long fur, females.  Can be picked up in North Brookfield, MA or
      at Shrewsbury Digital.
    
     one grey and white
     one black and white
    
     Available NOW!!    call Mary Mutti  
                       (508)-867-2241  anytime
    

    
    This is entered for a non-noting co-worker:
    
    2 Male Kittens available and ready to go....
    
    - one dark tiger, white boots
    - one light gray tiger
    
    Born on the fourth of July, need to find homes ASAP.  Current owner
    has many cats (in the double digits) and needs find homes for at
    least a few of them!
    
    She also has a Male cat 2 years old named Crush (he's orange). 
    Crush needs a special home because he was hit by a car.  When Donna
    found him, he was nearly dead.  She arranged for a local animal
    hospital to donate the surgery necessary to save his leg.  He will
    need another operation in the end of September....but it's paid
    for.  Crush doesn't like dogs, but loves people and needs ALOT of
    affection and attention. 
    
    -neutered
    -shots (all set)
    -lukemia shots
    
    Anyone who is interested can contact me at 249-4861, or RHODES::HACHE
    
    Thanks!
    
    dmh
    
    

Does anyone know how I can contact Mary Tamir -- I'm interested in "Spuds"
but I have been unable to reach her for two days now!  According to my spies
her group appears to be moving, piles of boxes are all that remain...


Thanks for any assistance, 


Jan  for_whom_9_was_apparently_not_enough

    Well, Jan found me!!  Spuds is trying out his first night at Chez
    Brown.  My group is moving from Nashua to Littleton (Taylor Street)
    this weekend so my office is in boxes and my phone has been
    disconnected, but we found each other anyway!!
                                   
    Jan, you and Ron are very special people indeed!  I hope all goes
    well with Spuddy Buddy...we'll keep you noters posted!
    
    Mary

    .432  abandonment of any animal is against the law and if anyone is
          reported to the SPCA as having abandoned an animal, they are
          subject being fined and/or imprisoned for at the minimum 1 year.
          If a person has to spend a year in prison for doing this, it may
          teach them that animals have rights too.  Why didn't they
          consider taking the cat to the SPCA nearest them?  Not because
          they cared about it obviously.  Did they expect they might have
          to "donate" $ to the shelter?  SPCA shelters won't turn an animal 
          away because the owner can't/won't contribute money.  They'd
          prefer the animal be turned in to the shelter rather than dumped
          out someplace to starve or add to the present overpopulation
          problem.
    
    Sorry, but every time I hear of anyone threatening to abandon a pet,
    I get furious.  I am very glad there are Feliners out there who care
    enough to help these cats/kittens when a crisis arises.
    
    

               THIS WEEK AT THE NASHUA HUMANE SOCIETY

Emerald
7 month old female- Black with medium hair. Good with chidren.

Rambo
one year four month altered male- Tiger short hair 
good with kids cats, and dogs.

Tucker
one year altered male- Grey and white /long hair- Beutiful eyes that 
look like he has eyeliner on. Good with kids and dogs. Declawed/ 
indoor only

Whisky
one year old female- Grey/tan shorthair- Good with kids and cats. 
Indoor cat.

Tennessee Jed
two year alter male- Grey/white shorthair.- LARGE twenty-five pound
Needs diet to control housebreaking. Very swwet and affectionate. Good 
with children and cats...............................................




                                           cw

    I'm putting this note in for my mother.  She just moved to a mobile
    home park in Sunnyvale that does not allow outdoor cats.  Her kitty
    has always been allowed outside and does not agree with the new
    rules.  Mom is going to have to give her away since she cannot convince
    Tuffy to stay inside.  Tuffy is a gray longhair, spayed, four year
    old.  She's a very loving kitty who likes to hang around the house
    outside.  She will come in the house to say hi, but doesn't like
    to be in for long.  If anyone is interested, please contact me at
    SCRUZ::SARENIUS_KI.  Tuffy is located in Sunnyvale, CA.
    
    Kim

    all the kittens in note .453 have been adopted!
    
    

    Jim 
      We have four and I find it a purrfect number for our household.
      I say go for it
      Nancy DC

    Help!! I need a home for an affectionate black male cat. 
    We have found that three adult cats in one house is too much, it's a
    small house after all. 
    
    Tornak is Dark Chocolate brown on his belly blending into black for all
    the rest of him. He's due for a new set of shots, and is'nt nueterd.
    He's very timid around children, but will run and hide long before he
    will scratch. One year old and still acts like a kitten. I hate to part
    with him but have been given no choice by the other roommates. I need a
    place for him soon. He has been kept indoors due to the large number
    of ticks and fleas in the tall grasses around the property
     

    Sorry I forgot to mention. Located in Billerica, Ma.
    dtn 486-5450
    home (508) 663-2233
    I work Third shift so don't call the dtn.
    
    		Thank folks
    
    		Bob Beecher
    

    re: .482--
    
    I used to breed himmy's and I've never heard of a Silverpoint, could
    you explain what this is???  
    
    Could you by chance mean a Lilac Point??
    
    cin
    

                <PERSIAN/HYBID FOR SALE>

   FOR SALE: Mon and Dad are both leukemia- free with health
    certificate,and first shot. CFA registered.
    Two silver tabby one female and one male
    One Lilac Point male and am asking 250.00 
    Will be ready on Oct.16.89 they will be 10 weeks old 

    I am moving, and unfortunately, this means I have to part with my cat.
    
    "Nigel" is 5 years old, a "fixed" male, with all his shots. He is very
    good-natured, loves people and is very affectionate. He is rather
    large (12 lbs, about 15 inches long, not including the tail).
    He is your basic Domestic shorthaired, with a shiny white coat. (all
    white, except for two small black spots above the eyes). He also has
    "double paws" with seven "fingers" on each front paw. Nigel is an
    indoor cat, as his claws have been removed.
    
    At the moment, I am living in Arlington (Eastern Mass. near Boston). I
    can deliver the cat to anyplace within a short drive. Nigel, like most
    cats, HATES to ride in the car, so the shorter the trip, the better. 
    
    I am hoping that someone out there is intereseted and can provide a
    good home for a nice companion. If you are interested, you can send me
    a mail message at SALES::HILL, SLSTRN::HILL or @ OGO. My DTN is
    276-9945. or respond through this conference. I hope to hear from you
    soon.
    
    Tom Hill
    

    re: .485 - If they're Hybrids, doesn't that mean mixed breed?
    And if so, how can you charge $250 for them??  I'm confused.

    re-to note .487
    he persian/himalayan am new at this and this is what someone told
    me. His Mom is persian and so is dad on both sides there was some
    himalayan.  He paper would say he's persian ,so I probably ought
    not say himalayan, and just say he persian. He beauitful his ear
    are gray and also his tail the rest of him is cream.
    Joan

    Joan,
    
    It may be a good idea to try to understand a little bit about the
    different breeds and about the genetics of what your doing BEFORE you
    breed two cats together.  
    
    There is a cat show coming up on September 24th in Framingham.  Maybe
    you could try to make the show, and we could talk.  I have bred
    himalayans and persians and am now using my persians in my Exotic
    Shorthair breeding program.  
    
    I think it is also a good idea to consider the quality of your kittens
    before selling them all with breeding papers.  Uncontrolled breeding of
    low quality cats can really do harm to a breed.  Most breeders are
    working to create certain specific desirable traits in the breed, and
    controlled and educated breeding produce those traits.  Most breeders
    consider the quality of their kittens before selling them, and then
    sell the lower quality kittens as pets with neuter/spay agreements. 
    The way I work it is that the buyer receives papers only after the cat
    has been spayed or neutered.  
    
    Please consider this option.  Also, if your not sure of the quality of
    your kittens, and would like a second opinion, I'ld be glad to help.
    
    cin
    
    

    Hi Cin,
    
    I have been reading this file for months now. It sounds like you
    really know your breeds. I also love persians. I had one for 11
    years. He got sick on us and we had to put him to sleep. Three days
    later I bought a new kitten. He is very beautiful and was worth
    the money. I loved having a kitten around again, so I went out and
    bought another kitten. This time a himi. It was in the Digital This
    Week. He was only 6 weeks old when I took him home. That was ok.
    I called my vet to make sure. But they change so much. I don't think
    he was worth the money I spent for him. Don't take me wrong, he
    is a great cat. But I don't think the breeding was done right. I'm
    not sure. I don't know to much about himi's. This kitten looks more
    like a siamese. But with long hair but not as long as a persian.
    
    What do you think?

    Read this in yesterday's Nashua Telegraph paper:
    
    	"HELP!  BUDDY Needs Good Home.  Abandoned, mistreated cat has
         struggled to survive last two winters. Would like to see Buddy
         find a nice family before this winter.  Great personality, good
         with people, needs and deserves love and affection.  If you can
         help Buddy, call (603)880-9467."           (Nashua, NH)
    
    
    

    re: .490
    
    The quality problem is a very big problem for Himalayan breeders.  If
    bred randomly, they will revert back to the more siamese looking style. 
    That's because originally the himalayan was a persian bred to a
    siamese.  The siamese qualities seem to be more dominant, and
    therefore, if pet quality cats are bred together, the quality goes
    downhill real fast and what you end up with are siamese looking kittys
    with slightly longer hair.  
    
    That's why I think it's important for breeding to be controlled and a
    breeder should be knowledgable about the breed and about both the
    dominant and recessive traits within the breed.  It took breeders a
    very long time to create the beautiful himalayan, which is supposed to
    look like a persian with siamese coloring and beautiful blue eyes.  It
    really bothers me to see all this work go down the tubes by
    irresponsible breeding.  It happens far too often with himalayans, as
    well as a few other very popular breeds.  Some people think it's a fast
    way to make money, but they do it at the expense of the quality of the 
    breed.  
    
    A himalayan should not look like a birman without white feet, or a
    small ragdoll, or a siamese with longish hair.  It should look just
    like a persian, except for the color of the coat and the eyes.
    
    Please, feel free to contact me if you'ld like to talk, or send me mail
    if that is more convenient.  
    
    cin
    

    re:.488 etc   Oh please do come to the show!!!!  We love to meet
    new feliners.  I'd love for you to meet my Scottish fold, Dundee.
    There'll be lots of Deccies there and hopefully, we'll be in
    the same general area.
      Nancy DC

    How much time have you given the cats to become used to the new
    dog?  It can take some time for a cat to get used to a dog. Don't
    give up too soon.
    
    Jo  

    RE. .486
    Thanks very much for all the responses and suggestions. I have found a 
    good home for Nigel, and I appreciate all the help from all you folks
    in this Notes file.
    
        
    Moderator, you can delete .486, if that is the usual procedure in this
    situation.
    
    Thanks again for your help.
    
    Tom 

    re.496
    we just got a new dog too, and bit by bit the cats are getting
    use to him. we had to introduce the cats one by one and it takes
    time but they are coming around. with patience it can work;besides,
    in our case anyways, we figured the cats were there first and are
    entitled to feel they are not being upsurped by the new pup.
    
    just my two cents
    
    Fran
    

    Sorry to say this cat is no longer available. The many deadlines given
    and extended by my roommates passed and it was necessary to drop him at
    the Lowell Humane Society to be adopted out from there. The people
    there left me with a good feeling, they all agreed that it would be no
    trouble to place him, as they had a shortage on kittens, and he was
    such an atractive animal.
    
    		Thanks folks
    		Bob Beecher
    

    Srry this is in reply to my note about having a cat to adopt, I seem to
    be having a bit of trouble entering these correctly.
    
         Bob Beecher
    

    I hate entering this note, because I want this kitten all for myself,
    but my husband says NO.
    
    At the Goffstown Rescue League, there is a 4-5 month old kitten,
    white with the letter H in gray/black on the top of his head (otherwise
    he is solid white) gold eyes, plush fur, not short haired, but not
    really even medium length either..... they have named him, "PSYCHO
    KITTY"..... because he is!
    
    His starts his loud motor the minute you speak to him, and as soon
    as you pick him up he starts going nuts.  He grabs your, hands,
    face, ears, hair, arms, clothes... everything he can get his huge
    paws around or on, and starts to nibble and lick.  He is usually
    very gentle with his claws, but he can get carried away (just ask
    my mother, he grabbed her as she was handing him to me, he liked
    her so much... grabbed her right "IN" the nose, starting it to bleed).
    As I said, I really want to adopt him myself, his personality is
    just so wonderful.... but he is VERY rambuncous (sp??), I think
    that is why he is still there.
    
    I don't work for GRL, so there is nothing in this for me, other
    than to know he went to a good home... and if a DECcie adopts him
    I will get reports on his Psycho personality.
    
    Won't one of you open your home to him..... I am going to continue
    to nag my husband, he says 2 are enough.... HA, you can never have
    enough!
    
    M-L

    Re: .503
    
    I wonder if all that excess energy if due to being caged for
    a long time?  My newest, Little Bit, is an energy tornado also,
    (although he was not caged).  I look on the bright side:  S&H are 
    losing some weight, which is all to the good.
    

    RE: .504
    
    No..... he is just very, very, very, very playful!  We had 2 of
    them out at the same time... he was in my mothers arms laying on
    his back with his paws stretched as far as they would go over his
    head reaching for the one I was holding.  He did the same thing
    when someone walked in holding a puppy.... no hissing, spitting,
    or anything aggressive.. just "come on let's rock and roll".  The
    poor puppy didn't know quite what to do with this white thing hang
    around his neck nibbling on his ears, and making the funniest sound,
    almost like a growl but not really (his purr is SOOOOOOOOOOOOOO
    LOUD).
    
    Boy I wish Steven would let me have him.... he is just so wonderful!
    
    When he said it wasn't fair to the two we had, I told him he wasn't
    fair in making their baby brother stay in a cage... it didn't work,
    darn it!!!!!

    re: 505 and associated notes....
    
    As someone who shares her life with 4.5 furfaces I can tell you
    that two frequently is NOT enough  :-)    I know with Jack and I
    if either of us feels strongly enough about something then the
    other one will agree to it.   You could always try him on a
    trial basis....my guess is that your hubby will get attached and
    won't want to take him back.
      Good luck.  He sounds wonderful.
       Nancy DC

         I recently put up for adoption 4 kittens. We placed 3 of them then
    due to sickness and attachment to one of the little buggers backed out
    of one of the placements. It would take too much space to explain our
    reasoning other than the fact that my kids were ready to lynch me. So
    here goes an attempt to place the mom which was abandoned on our road.
    
    
               Black Manx estimated age 8-12 months
               Located in New Braintree, Mass
               Features: very prominent snout almost siamese looking
               a few white hairs on her chest.
               She has a stubbie 1-1 1/2" tail
               Gets along well with dogs, loves kids, tries like the
    dickens to befriend our other two cats but hasn't had any takers yet.
               We plan on having her Spayed before letting her go Vet says
               not until kittens are 8 weeks old.
               She's mostly an indoor cat and seems to have limited hunting
               instinct unless it's a grasshopper.
               If I can't place her she'll stay with us forever.
    
    
            E-Mail Memory::brower or dtn 237-2878
    
    
    
            Side note where can I buy shares in a dog/cat food company. Our
    14 year old Egytian Greyhound is on a special diet and the expense is
    starting to get too high. :-(
    
    
    
        bob 
     

    Re: .508
    
    About the cost of dog (I assume) food.  If this is stuff you buy at a
    pet
    store, you should ask them if they'll give you a discount if you buy
    it by the case.  If not, shop around at other stores and you will
    likely find one that will.  The local pet store where I shop
    (in Calif.) gives a 10% discount on Ever Clean litter when bought
    by the case, and they also have a tie in with the lcoal humane
    society so that members who show their membership card at the
    pet store get 10% off anything they buy.
    

    CFA Himalayan Kittens - 10 weeks old - and very active
    
    	Champion Pedigree's - males and females - 3 left
    
    	              2 Flamepoint
                      1 blue Cream Point
    
    Price is negotiable with owner - call Jennifer Wilson after 6 pm
           in Londonderry NH at 434-7385.  These are the cutest
           kittens I have ever seen!

	I've been adopted. Several Weekends ago, a young tan and white,
	double pawed tabby kitten came meowing down my back yard. It
	came up to me, curled around my leg and hasn't left the yard.
	
	I have been feeding and taking care of Kitty whilst trying to 
	locate it's home but I think it was abandoned on the road around
	my home in Dudley.

	The kitten is maybe 6-8 months old, long haired and female. I
	have know way of knowing if it has been spayed or has had any
	shots. This cat is very affectionate and trusting. Seems to 
	love kids and dogs...especially my 4 pugs. Too bad they don't
	feel the same way. Little Kitty was almost little dinner the
	other night when it leaped into the kennel looking for me.

	If anyone can give little Kitty a home before my dogs are driven
	insane, please contact me with a mail reply or at DTN 296-5379.

	Bob

    Please see note 2881 for details.
    

    Free to good home...
    
    Tigger is a male orange semi-long haired tiger cat.  He's 1 1/2 years
    old, nuetered and has had all shots except FELV.  He's an indoor only 
    kitty.  Tigger also weighs 14lbs.  
    
    Tigger uses the cardboard scratching box, though he may still
    occasionally scratch a piece of furniture.  He's grown up with another
    cat so he would be used to living in a multi-cat home.  He tolerates
    being picked up and cuddled and will snuggle up next to you though
    he may become more affectionate if he's the only cat in the family.  
    He also purrs very loud, it's really cute.
    
    Tigger comes with his litter box, feeding dish and what's left of
    his cardboard scratching box.
    
    The reason I have to find him a new home is that my husband has
    given me an ultimatum.  Either I get rid of one of the cats or he
    will.   Since my other cat has been with me longer, I've decided
    to find Tigger a home.  I'm expecting a baby in February and my
    husband has had litter box duty.  He's never liked my having two
    cats to begin with and this has put him over the edge.  He is 
    definitely not a cat lover.  I have tried everything to get him
    to change his mind.  He says if I don't get rid of one then he will
    (and I'm sure he won't take the time to find a loving home for one
    of them, if you get my meaning).    
    
    Tigger lives in Marlboro.  I'm only going to post this note in the
    Felines notesfile.  If he's placed with someone associated with
    this notes file then I'll be sure he'll be going to a home that will
    give him all the love he deserves. 
    
    If your interested in Tigger, please call me at DTN 297-6944 or
    at home at (508)481-9825.  You could also send mail to HPSCAD::KNEWTON.
    
    Kathy

    Well, if my husband ever gave me an ultimatum like that....
    
    Let's just say we'd be in divorce court!
    
    I hope Tigger finds a good home.  Good luck.  Most of us are over
    cat max already.
    

    Re: .514

    Gee, Kathy, don't *you* have any say in this? Don't *you* have any rights? 
    Doesn't your husband have some habit/hobby/interest that you're not crazy
    about but that you've learned to live with because it means a lot to him
    and you love him?

    If litter box duty is the last straw (and I can understand that; it's not
    my favorite job, either, and I *love* cats), why not see if there's a 
    neighborhood kid who'd like to earn a few bucks each week by coming over 
    to sift the litter each day and change the box(es) when necessary? Or
    maybe a friend or family member could help out until you are able to
    take over this job again? If your husband doesn't have to have anything 
    to do with the cats, maybe he will be more reasonable.

    As for his threat to get rid of one of the cats if you don't, I'd really
    put my foot down on this one. (Personally, I'd kill him if he even enter-
    tained such a thought, but that solution might not appeal to you. :-) )  
    I'd let him know that if he did that there would be *severe* consequences
    to pay.

    Good luck; hope it works out for all of you.


    Linda, Misty, Cubby, Tweetie, Toby, and Peanut

    I agree with the previous notes.  If my husband ever dared to
    treat me that way - OR loving living beings he'd be out on his
    you-know-what before he knew what hit him.  We have 4.5 cats and
    are contemplating another.  
    
    My husband does some things that I don't particularly like but 
    I tolerate them because I love him and because it goes both ways.
    That's what marriage is all about.  You have got to set some
    limits here.
    
    Well, this decision is up to you.  I think the idea of having
    a neighborhood kid come in is a great one.  I also suggest you
    start mixing baking soda in with the litter.  It'll make the
    box last longer.  
    
    There are some no-kill shelters around too tho they tend to be 
    full at this time of year.  Try Adopt-a-cat in Concord or
    Kitty Angels in Tyngsboro.  There's also the Bosler Humane society
    in Barre.  Good luck - with both your cat and your husband.
    
      Nancy DC
    

    re .516  
    
    Give her a break!  It's probably hard enough for Kathy to put this note
    in.
    
    Can we stop all the judgemental stuff that comes through in this file?
    
    Having a hobby or interest that gives an uninterested party no choice
    but to participate in is not fair to the uninterested party.  It's
    like a nonsmoker being forced to put up with someone else's fumes.  It's not
    as if Kathy can enjoy her interest by herself in a closed-off room
    -- cat fur can get everywhere, litterboxes need to be emptied no
    matter if the owner isn't well enough to do it, cats may want to
    cuddle with cat-haters.   
    
           
    Debbie
    
    
    

    re: .518
    I'm sure this is awful for her!!!!!!!  But we're also pointing out 
    that she has other options.  Besides when we're talking about forcing
    someone to give up a hobby or smoking we're NOT talking about a 
    getting rid of a living, feeling being.  When we're talking about cats 
    or dogs or whatever we're discussing a life that is very precious.
    Personally, I have a very tough time with the "throw-away" attitude
    in this country.  
      In the meantime I've passed out her note to some folks and hope
    to find a home.  I'm sure other feliners are doing the same.
    
    I'm expressing my opinion here and its hard not to let the feelings
    get in the way.
       Nancy DC
    

Well, I couldn't let Stucickerous/Stinky keep his date yesterday 
afternoon with the executioner so I took him until I can find a good
home for him.  But please, I'm really not a cat person and would like 
to place him soon in a loving home where he can live out his days in
peace. 

Here's what I know about him:

Male, 12 years old, color orange
Good natured
Neutered, not declawed
Indoor cat only
In fine health
Has lived with other cats in the past but is timid around them

FELV repeatedly negative - has not seen another cat in the past five 
years.  All other shots up to date.

In 1986 had fat removed from the sac around the kidney.  He does eats a
special food, is *not* incontinent.  He has recovered just fine and is
not in any pain - should live out a normal life... 

If you can adopt an older cat, please send mail to GLDFSH::WHITE or 
leave a message at DTN 223-7647.  The former owner would be very happy 
to speak to a prospective new owner - phone number available upon 
request.

Thanks,
Bob

P.S. He is named for an 8th century B.C. Greek lyric poet who is most 
know for the creating the phrase "halcyon days"...

    Thank you all for your advice and concern.  I don't take offense
    to any of it.  In fact, I have discussed all these options with
    my husband.  He's just not an animal lover.  I knew that when I
    married him (what was I thinking???).  Anyway, if I weren't having
    this baby he just might have ended up out on his keester!  Then
    again, if I wasn't having this baby he might not be making me give
    up one of my cats.  He thinks it'll be too much, but I know that's
    just an excuse.  He's just tired of the fur and furniture being
    scratched.  The furniture is more important to him than the cats!
    I keep trying to tell him that they got it ready for us having kids,
    but he doesn't buy it.  Just wait till he sees what a toddler can
    do to the furniture.
    
    I really don't want to put Tigger in a shelter.  I've told my husband
    that.  He's just going to have to wait till I find a good home myself
    for Tigger.  So long as he knows I'm looking maybe it'll keep his
    mouth shut for a while.  
    
    Believe me, if he ever does anything like this to me again, he may
    find himself in divorce court.  I haven't told him that yet, but
    I just might when I give up Tigger.
    
    Thanks for all your help.
    
    Kathy

From:	VAXWRK::WJO::CONNOR "GREAT THINGS COME IN SMALL PACKAGES  27-Sep-1989 1114" 27-SEP-1989 11:26
To:	VAXWRK::SKALTSIS
CC:	CONNOR
Subj:


Due to a severe allergie in my new family I need to find a home for my
dear friend Mitties.

She Is:

      10 years old going on two

      declawed and spaded

      calico with double paws

      strickly a house cat
     
      extremly lovable/needs to be with people

      great with both dogs and children

      located in Mont Vernon N.H.(her father works in Westford @WJO)

This is very difficult for me to do. Mitties has been more than a pet to
me she is like a child. Right noe she has to spend all of her time locked
in the basement due to allergies of my new daughter.It's not fair to a cat
that has been such a great friend and family member. I am looking for 
someone that wants to adopt my child and take her into their heart and
home. If anyone feels they are worthy of this adoption please contact
me at DTN:282-1644 or WJO::CONNOR.

"ONLY REAL CAT LOVERS NEED APPLY" 

                                           Thank You!!!!

                                               JIMBO

    re: .520   Bob your wonderful!!!!!!!!!!  A true animal lover.  If
    things get too tough for you with stinky or any other emergency
    comes up that requires you to get rid of him before finding him
    a home, please contact us.  I'm sure we can find him a foster home.
    And also, if his care gets too expensive let us know too.  I'm
    sure plenty of us would be willing to make donations of food or
    litter or whatever to help you out.
      
    
    re: .521
       
      If you need help locating no-kill shelters get in touch with
    me and I can point you at a few.  A couple of options to help
    you place Tigger - 1. get in touch with local shelters and find
    out if they will be at cat shows - there's one in Marlboro on
    Nov 11.  It is very very common for shelters to have space
    at the shows in order to place some of their cats and kittens.
    Kitty Angels once offerec to let me bring Tymothee (a fostercat)
    to a shelter with them to try and place him.
     2. Place an ad at the local grocery stores and screen the applicants.
    Its generally considered a good idea to charge $25 or so for a number
    of reasons, including the fact that humans tend to place more value
    on things they've had to pay for.  But that's at your discresion.
    I didn't charge anything for Tymothee and I feel very comfortable
    about his new home. Another advantage is that chances are the
    cat will be close by and you'll be able to visit.  
     3. Place ads with local churches.  You might find a nice older
    person who would like some company.  I think you'll know when you're
    talking to a true cat lover.
    
      Best of luck.  I'm glad you didn't take offense at our feedback.
    I'm sure its from concern about you and your feelings, and concern
    for Tigger.  
      Take Care
        Nancy DC
    

    I am entering this note for a friend.  She has two Persian adult
    altered males for adoption.  Both are about 3 or 4 years of age
    and have been living with a very elderly woman, who has passed
    on very recently.  My friend had given these cats to this lady,
    and has now taken them back to find good homes for them.  From
    what I understand, they are very friendly and nice cats.  They
    have always been together and that is the first preference in
    finding them a home, but I guess to get good homes for both of
    them, separation will be considered as an option.
    
    If you are seriously interested, please send me and I will try
    to answer any questions and also give you the phone number of
    the person that has the two cats now.
    
    They are at this time very healthy, but in years past had a bout
    with cystitis - they have been on C/D and no dry food.  They have
    not had any problems since the first incident.
             
    
    Black Smoke male - altered - declawed  4 or 5 years old
                                                  
    
    Shaded Cameo male - altered  - has claws - 4 or 5 years old
    
    I will not be around Friday or Monday the 29th through 10/2.
    If you are interested, send me mail after Monday 10/2 and I'll
    be happy to help you out with info and phone number for more 
    information.
    
    Elaine

    re .519
    
    I have trouble with a throw-away attitude toward marriage.  If you
    love both a spouse and a pet, I guess you need to pick your 
    own priority if one of 'em's gotta go.
    
    Debbie

    re: .526
      I understand what you're saying too.  Only thing is, an adult
    human stands a far better chance of taking care of him/herself and
    the "throwing away" part usually doesn't involve killing them.
      N
    

    I posted a note in here about 2 days ago for someone who just lost
    their Siamese cat due to illness and she was now looking for a 
    Siamese kitten.  Someone pointed her to Pat Senser and she picked
    up a kitten last night.  She is EXTREMELY happy.
    
    Thanks a bunch!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    
    Pam
    
    ps.  Off to pick up my Aby tonight!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    re: .526
    
    Debbie -- ouch!
    
    As someone who's away from his marriage after 12 years, trying to
    decide whether to make it final, I've got a very tender spot when
    people talk about such things as throw-away attitudes toward marriage.
    
    I've tried hard, very hard, to make the marriage work.  A week ago
    my wife even said that she respected me for how I hung in there
    and tried to make a go of it.
    
    Within a month of me moving out she had told me that I had bought
    the wrong answering machine and the wrong kind of shower head.  The
    worst that my cat did in that time was to go hide after having her
    head scratched for 15 seconds or less.

    The reasons for ending a marriage are often less trivial than for
    ending a relationship with a pet.  If someone is choosing between
    keeping a pet or a spouse, it isn't necessarily choosing between
    priorities (two-legged or four-legged), it may be  choosing whether
    you live your life as someone else wants you to, or as you choose to.

    Pets are responsibilities that you choose to bring into your life;
    spouses shouldn't be bosses to be brought into your life, but rather
    another independent human being who has the right to discuss issues
    of mutual living arrangements.

    Sorry!  As I said, this is something of a delicate spot for me.
    I know it sounds rather frivolous the way people joke about getting
    rid of their spouse, but there is a kernel of truth there.
    
    						-- Ed

    Hi gang!
    
    It has been gently pointed out to me that I was considerably less
    than clear in saying what I meant in .529 -- so:
    
    In general, I get angry when one person tries to dictate to another
    person.  Of course there are individual circumstances, but if someone
    pointed to anything in my life that was generally regarded as harmless
    or positive by society and said "choose between it and me,"  I'd
    really have to wonder about our relationship.
    
    Sometimes when something like this happens in a marriage the relation-
    ship really isn't in that good of a shape anyway, whether the people
    involved realize it or not.

    So, neither our four-legged nor our two-legged partnerships should
    be disposable.  And as I said, at least our pets aren't (generally)
    dictators.  As it should be with people, we do what we do in the
    relationship because we choose to, want to, know that it's right.
    
    							-- Ed

    I expected my note would get comments about the way my husband is treating
    this and believe me, I feel the same as many as you.  I just don't
    want us to change the subject of this note.
    
    The way my husband is handling this isn't right.  We may know it,
    but he doesn't.  In a marriage, sometimes you might have to sacrifice. 
    He feels as though I've made him sacrifice by putting up with 
    animals that he doesn't like and they have damaged things that he owns.
    I take some of the blame for insisting on getting a second cat knowing
    how he feels about them.   
    
    I'm not going to throw away my marriage.  That's why I'm giving
    up Tigger.  If this were to become a habit than I would feel like
    I'm living under a dictator and that wouldn't be a marriage.  I don't
    expect it will come to that.
    
    But enough of this...    On to the subject at hand...
    
    Tigger is still looking for a home.  I'm sure if you saw him you
    would want to take him.  He really a BIG baby.
    
    I forget which reply he's in so I'll give you my name and stuff again:
    
    Kathy Newton
    297-6944 or at home @ (508)481-9825 
    HPSCAD::KNEWTON
    
    Tigger lives in Marlboro, he's neutered, up-to-date on his shots
    except FELV (but he's been tested negative).  He also has a very
    healthy appetite and comes with his dish, litter box, and scratching
    box.
    
    Free to good home.
    
    

    This is a gentle reminder from your moderator that this note is
    a repository for cats up for adoption. Could we please get back
    to the topic of this note? 
    
    
    Deb 
    Co-moderator
    
    

    Driving past the Lowell Humane Society last evening, I decided to drop
    in for a visit.  Two feline "visitors" were dropped off at about the
    same time and are looking for homes:

    o  Two-year-old male orange tiger, medium-long fur

       This cat is very calm and even-tempered and gets along great with
       children.  He is primarily an indoor cat.  The owner took very good
       care of this cat but developed severe allergies and had to give him 
       up.  He is unaltered, but the donation you pay for him entitles you 
       to a discount for neutering.

    o  Seven-week-old male tuxedo kitty, medium-long fur

       This kitten is very affectionate and talkative.  He mewed for me to
       go over and give him some attention.  He purred non-stop, had good 
       play instincts, and seemed to be bright, alert, and healthy.  He 
       should develop into a very handsome adult cat.

    If you are interested, contact the Humane Society at 508-452-7781.  They
    are open from 8:00 to 4:30 Monday through Saturday and from 6:00 to 9:00
    Wednesday evenings.

I have a very special white persian cat that is in need of a good home with 
"special" people that can care for her "special" needs.

Tricia is a DEAF, Copper-eyed white persian cat, that has had a very tough 
life.  She dislikes other cats, and is very defensive when other cats are 
around, so I think an only cat home is what would be best for Tricia.  

Tricia isn't used to receiving alot of attention, so she is sometimes shy 
and doesn't know how to react to people.  Since she's also deaf, it's 
difficult to reassure her that everythings alright.  Tricia spent the first 
3-4 years of her life caged in a small cage and was never allowed to walk 
on the floor.  She was born in March of 83, which would make her about 6 
years old now.  She's got a long life ahead of her, and I'ld like to see 
her spend her final years happy and being loved.  

I have had Tricia for about 2 years now, and the progress she's made with 
me is tremendous, but she still hates my other cats, and prefers to spend 
most of her time in a cage (open, so she has a choice).  She has very clean 
litterbox habits and eats just about anything you'ld give her, canned or 
dry food.  

Right now, Tricia has been "clipped" so that her body hair is short.  She 
doesn't take to grooming all that much, so this is the easiest way for me 
to take care of her.  I think that if someone could take the time with her 
on a daily basis she may adjust to being brushed and having her face 
cleaned.

So,  Do you think your the "special" mom or dad that Tricia is looking 
for???  

Tricia comes with a "Free-In-Home" Trial period...but, I'ld like anyone 
interested in Tricia to commit to giving her a full month to adjust to the 
new home before "returning" her.  

Also, Tricia is not declawed or spayed, although in the last two years she 
has NEVER been in heat.  

If you think you might be interested in Tricia, please send me mail to 
IAMOK::GERRY or call me at DTN: 273-5187 or home at 508-342-6873.


Purrs
cin

A very young mother cat and kitten in San Jose, California area of the
country are desperately in need of a home.

The young mother has moved into a enclosed porch of a co-worker's home
and found the space to have one kitten.  She and the approx. 4 week old
kitten are lovely, but the co-worker is terribly allergic - and does not
WANT a cat either - however, he is keeping her fed at this point. Mom is
a beautiful, small, muted calico-type colored cat - blond/brown, orange,
and white.  She is definitely an indoor kitty as she keeps trying to get
into his house.  She is very friendly/affectionate.  The baby is of
unknown sex and "adorable" (what kitten isn't?).  I'm unable to take her
and her youngster in due to our house being at cat max - my roommate is
NOT flexible about this (her house, you see) and I'm afraid this little
female will end up with another litter soon if not adopted... or she'll
be taken to the local shelter - they only keep cats a few short days
before euthanasia around here. 

If anyone out there can help, I will help pay for shots and spay...
Due to the youth of the kitten, mom and baby are a package deal on
this.

				Contact: Dian Wilde
					 @ARGOSystems in Sunnyvale
					   (I'm consulting here)

					   (408)737-2000 ext. 8203

P.S.  I know - it makes my heart break too - another kitten let out to 
"play" gets pregnant, then lost, and then brings another unwanted kitten into
the world.

    re: .536 -  Well, at least its only one kitten.  Usually its 
    many more.
      Good luck.
        Nancy DC
    

RE: Note 415.536 by THE780::WILDE 

As the kitten (female, by the way) is 5 weeks old now, I'm spaying the
mom cat this wednesday.  She will be spayed and have her basic shots
by next Friday.  And, of course, the kitten will be weaned.

				Hunting for a home....

					D

    Somebody please help!  I found a cute, male shorthaired orange tabby
    kitten (about 4-5 months old) in my condo development last night.
    Poor guy was in the road crying, trying to get some attention. 
    One of the neighborhood children said he has been following them
    to the bus stop the past few days and tries to run into people's
    homes, garages, etc.  I brought him inside and fed him, then put
    him in a carrier and rang all the doorbells in the complex of the
    people that were home; no one knows who he belongs to; feels he
    might have been dumped by a woman who had an orange kitten and recently
    moved.  What could I do but bring him inside, give him a room and
    litter box of his own and let him stay until I figure out what to
    do.  He is so friendly and sweet, purred while I clipped his claws
    and was all over me while I made "found" signs to post around the
    complex.
    
    I can't keep him but if no one claims him by week's end, would like
    to find him a permanent home.  He is located in North Grafton. 
    I am begging, pleading for someone in this notesfile to help out
    if at all possible.  He looks very clean and healthy but I can't
    take the risk of letting him mingle with my cats.
    
    I know most of you are all above cat max but if you know of anyone
    who might like him, please let me know.
    
    Thanks,
    Roberta
    

    Roberta,
    
    did the person that moved leave a forwarding address? If so, maybe you
    can contact her. (I know of more than one person that has lost their
    cat on moving day. Maybe that is what happened this time)
    
    Deb

    Deb, I thought of that too.  Unfortunately, the woman who told me
    about her said she has no idea where she relocated to and she kept
    pretty much to herself.  Her feeling was that it is the same cat.
    
    I am going to make up fliers at work today and put them in all of
    the doors tonight.  This kitten is so friendly and loving; whoever
    owned him must have really taken good care of him.  He seems extremely
    healthy and unafraid of strange people, loud noises, etc.  I am
    hoping that someone steps forward to claim him soon.  If not, I
    will concentrate on finding him a good home.
    
    Also, the kids say they have only seen him for the past day or two
    which leads me to believe that he might belong to someone in the
    condos.  There are only 2 streets to cover and I practically did
    one of them last night.  Tonight, I will ring some more doorbells
    on my road as well as distribute the fliers.
    
    One thing I have learned from this:  those folks who dislike cats
    make no bones about it!  They don't come right out and say it but
    I could tell that they were anxious to get rid of me and that I
    had imposed on their time.
    
    I hate it when things like this happen!!
    

    re: 542
    
    Roberta, maybe take a really cute picture of him (large, closeup)
    and put it on top of your cage at the next couple of shows that
    you are going to be exhibiting at - maybe someone will show some
    interest.....
    
    E.T.

    Thanks, Elaine!  Nancy DC had already made a similar suggestion.
    I was even thinking of having him vet checked and vaccinated, felv
    tested and renting cage space in Marlboro with a "For Adoption"
    sign on his cage!  Do you think they would let me do it?
    

    Yup, Roberta, they probably will...if they have the space.  You may
    even be able to bring him in for this weekends show if you can get
    ahold of Meg.  
    
    I was going to suggest it.
    
    cin
    

    RE: .542
    
    not to belabor this, but usually when folks move they at least let
    the post office know where they are going. Sometimes they even put
    their new address on their old mail box. Therefore, just sending mail
    to her old address might will probably get to her.
    
    Also, if you know her name, maybe you could try her "old" phone. If she
    moved to another part of town, she might still have the same #; if not,
    you might get a recording telling you what the new number is.
    
    Deb

    Deb, that's a good suggestion.  I will go back to the woman who
    lives next door to her tonight and see if she might remember this
    woman's name.  I do know her address, though, and if all else fails,
    can send a letter to her old address and hope it gets forwarded
    to the new.  I would think that if she had indeed lost her kitten,
    she would have alerted her neighbors to be on the lookout.  At least
    that's what I would have done.
    
    It's worth a shot in the dark!  I'll try anything at this point.
    
    

    since these cats are purebreds with papers, have you spoken to the
    breeder that you got them from? Often, when a purebred has to be given\
    up, the cat's breeder likes to know about it, and might even be able to
    help place the cat.

    Deb

    re: lost Kitten -
      Roberta, I have a double cage reserved for Marlboro.  In a pinch
    I'd be willing to split the cage so the kitten could have 1/2. 
    Provided you have the show manager's permission, but there was no
    room.
      Nancy DC
    

    Re: Roberta
    
    If there's a manager of the building, s/he might have the
    woman's new address.
    

    re: 549
    
    That's usually true, Deb.  If the cats were sold as pets, the breeder
    may not be interested in the 'right of first refusal' of the cats.
    If the cats were breeder or show quality, the breeder would have
    put 'the right of first refusal' in the contract the buyer signed
    when he/she purchased the cats.
    
    It would be worth a try for the base noter to contact the breeder,
    though.  The breeder probably would be able to help place the cats
    unless they were purchased from a pet store.  Some pet store kitties
    do have papers.
    
    I have also found that exceptional cats (flashy cats or purebreds)
    do seem to get adopted faster from shelters.  Calling some shelters
    to see what their track record was might be worth a shot.  They
    usually know how long it takes with certain types of cats.  Other
    shelters will call you within ten days if the animal has not been
    adopted, and they let you take it back rather than having it put
    down.  Maybe some arrangement of that type could be worked out.
    
    Just a thought....

    >> Other shelters will call you within ten days if the animal has 
    >> not been adopted, and they let you take it back rather than having 
    >> it put down.
    
    Make sure you ask them specifically about that.  It has been my
    experience that when you drop the animal off you sign a release
    form and they won't call you before putting the animal down.
    
    Nancy DC

    
    Home needed for Willy Wonka, a show-quality Chocolate point Siamese. He
    belongs to Pat Senser, but she's decided not to use him in her breeding
    program.  He's not quite a year old, and has been used for breeding
    only once or twice.  She says he's very affectionate, and I know he's
    gorgeous - would love to have him myself, but . . . :^}
    
    Anyway, she's asking $100 for him, and she'll have him neutered before
    he goes to his new home.  He should be ok in a multi-cat environment,
    as that's what he's used to.
    
    If anyone knows someone who'd like a low-cost purebred cat, please put
    them in touch with Pat.  She's located in Greenfield, MA, and her
    number is 413-773-3308.
    
    Thanks,
    
    Sandy
    

    Happy ending!  I came home last night to a message on my answering
    machine from a woman who saw my "found" sign on the mailbox and
    was thrilled that I had her kitten.  I called her and she said she
    has been "praying to St. Anthony" for his safe return ever since
    he slipped out of the house last weekend.  He is only 10 weeks
    old!  She came over to my house and showed me the "lost" fliers
    she had just gotten through mimeographing to post in the complex,
    complete with reward which I refused to accept but she slipped me
    $10 anyway.
    
    This was her first kitten; her boyfriend gave it to her as a gift,
    and she thought he would come back on his own.  I asked her to please
    keep him inside from now on as he is much too young to be outdoors
    and will adjust to life very happily as an indoor only cat.  This
    woman had very good taste:  she had named him Chauncey!  Anyway,
    when he didn't come back after a day or two she started asking people
    around the complex if they had seen him, then finally decided to
    make up the "lost" posters.  She saw my flier as she was getting
    ready to post hers!  And she only lives right down the street from
    me!!
    
    What a warm feeling it was to reunite mom and kitten.  I'm glad
    this story had a happy ending.
    
    --Roberta
    
    
    
    
    

    
    
    	Yay!!  I just love happy endings!!  =)
    
    

    At the Braintree show this weekend I talked to some wonderful
    folks from Alliance for Animals.  They have some Gorgeous kitties
    for adoption - in fact, if they hadn't places that beautiful
    blue-cream baby who HAD to be part Russian Blue, Catmax may have
    gone up yet again  ;-)
      They have some wonderful kitties for adoption - a few are
    special needs cats.
    
    PHLOX - 4 months old, male, all shots, FLV negative and Neutered
    (Yes, that's right he's neutered at 4 months old)  VERY sweet.
    He's a gorgeous Blue and white sweetie who would do well in any
    cat show, I'm sure.  I'm told he "gives hugs"
    
    HOLLY - Phlox's calico sister. Spayed, all shots, FLV neg.  4 months
    AFA would like to see Phlox & Holly placed together if possible.
    
    CL (for Cowardly Lion) - medium hair "yellow" classic tabby with 
    Long tail.  He's 4-5 months old, Neutered, FLV neg, and has all 
    shots.  He's described as good with other cats, but shy with people.
    
    SMITH (so named because he arrived in a Granny Smith box) - 5 months
    all shots, FLV neg.  Not yet neutered, but will be.  VERY gentle
    personality.  You can do anything with him, loves to be brushed,
    held and combed.  Gives "hugs".  Extreemly affectionate.  Good
    with other animals,.  Laid back.
    
    CHUCKLES - 2 yr old neutered male. FLV neg, all shots.  Fluffy
    cuddle cat.  hugs, kisses, loves to ride on your shoulder.  He's
    a red tabby & white and needs to be an only cat.
    
    CHRISTOPHER - 1.5 yr old male.  FLV neg. all shots, neutered.
    sweet & gentle, Very loving. Fine with other cats.
    
    DAISY MAE - 1 yr old spay.  all shots, FLV neg.  Shes described
    as Flirtatious, delightful and sweet.  She's a pretty brown
    tabby & white.
    

    LOGAN & RASPBERRY - Female Brown Tabby and White, classic pattern
    looks a bit like a Maine coon (Raspberry).  Logan is a male Brown
    Mac tabby & white shorthair.  They are brother and sister and are
    VERY close.  13 months old, both neutered, FLV negative and have
    had all shots.  They've had a lonely life with only each other to
    rely on.  Must be placed together.  The shelter has already turned
    down offers to take one or the other of them alone.
    
    SPECIAL NEEDS KITTIES:
    
    Buddy & Petunia - this Son and mother.  Rescued from an abusive
    home.  Both neutered, have had all shots and are FLV negative.
    
    Petunia is a pretty brown patch tabby & white.  She's 1.5 yrs
    old.
    
    Buddy is a Brown tabby, 7 months old.
    
    They are Very loving, lap cats and Must be placed together.
    Great Companions.
    
    ALLIANCE FOR ANIMALS will be at the Marlboro show on Nov 11th.
    If you are interested in any of these cats call 617  235-4437
    
    Thanks.

    re: .557 - SMITH is a cream tabby.

    
    While at the Braintree show I also got a request to post this
    adoption notice:
    
    "Moustache" cat needs a good home.  Lovely black & white spayed
    female with "moustache" markings.  All shots up to date.  Very
    affectionate. To see her or for more informtaion call:
    617 483-3007.  
    
    This little girl is not Leuk tested, but her kitten was and is 
    negative.  Vet says that means the mother is also negative.
    All work was done at the Boston Cat Hospital.
    
      Nancy DC
    

My Tortoiseshell had a litter of kittens a while back and they are now ready 
to go to nice homes.  

There were three solid color males:  cream, blue, red.  All have copper color
eyes.  The cream one has been sold.  However, the blue and red boys are still 
available.  They are beautiful, adorable, loveable, fun, and purrrrrrrrrrfect
friends.

Information				 If interested, please call or mail
-----------                              ----------------------------------

9 weeks old                              DTN:  381-1139
CFA registered                           HOME: 603-886-9487 (leave message)
First vaccinated                         NODE: ALIEN::MIRABITO
Price $300.00 



--Cathleen

                                                   
    My daughter's cat "Mira" had a litter of four kittens that we are
    putting up for adoption (more than one cat in a small house is enough).
    One has been adopted by our neighbor so three are left.
    
    Details:
    --------
    
    6-7 weeks old, litter boxed trained already, healthy.
    Two females that are black with white markings in the face and paws.
    One male that is a gray and black tiger.
    They are located in Gardner but arrangments may be able to be made.
    The mother is a small mild tempered cat so the kittens should be
    similar in temperment( I guess, I don't know a whole lot about cats).
    
    These kittens are free but only to a good home.
    
    If you would like to adopt a kitten call Bob at 297-5494 or send
    vaxmail to hpsrad::bmurray.

    re: .563 -
      Bob - Send me your mailstop and I'll send you some low cost
    spay applications. You can give them to your neighbor and others
    who take kittens, plus use them yourself for your little girl
    and help prevent more "surplus" kittens.
      Thanks and good luck placing the kittens.
      Nancy DC
    

    
    
                   Three adorable Orange Semi-long haired Kittens
                                  for adoption
    
    There are two males and one female.  Two kittens are orange Tiger with
    white "vests" and boots, and one is solid orange/buff.  All are litter
    box trained, accustomed to both dry and canned food.  The kittens were
    born September 4, so they are ready to go.
    
    For more information, I can be reached at DTN 291-8083.
    My home number is (508) 448-5450.  We live in Groton, Ma.
    Or send mail to AIADM::MANGAN.

    Two black and white (mostly black bodies, white legs and underbelly)
    short-hair kittens up for adoption.
    
    9 weeks old
    no shots
    VERY playful
    
    Mother had a litter of 4 (father unknown -- we already had an appt to
    have her spayed!).  Two are already gone.
    
    Our phone number is (603) 595-5956
    If you send mail, use "KITTENS" in the subject line so I'll read it
    relatively quickly.
    
    Lesley and Ken Hobday
    5 N. London Drive
    Nashua, NH

    	My dad found a kitten on our front porch Saturday morning.
    	A few kids stopped by early Sunday to claim it, but then
    	never came back to get it.  Makes me think it wasn't theirs
    	to begin with.                            
                      
    	My father THINKS he's going to bring her to a shelter, but
    	I REFUSE to let that happen!!
                      
    	SO!  As of tonight (Tuesday) the kitten will be in Nashua,
    	NH in a "foster" home.  JJ (ROYALT::MORRISSEY) will be picking
    	it up tonight.
    
    	I haven't the foggiest idea what gender the kitten is.
    	We've named it Jeff (don't ask me why, it's my mother's 
    	idea!)  I doubt highly that the cat has been neutered.
        
    	It's age can't be more than 6-8 weeks old.  Judging from
    	JJ's cat, Sasha, I'd say it was a Maine Cooncat but I
    	don't know cats for beans.  It's got a dark gray stripe
    	down it's back and looks basically like a tiger striped
    	whateveryoucall'em.  (8
    
    	It's very very cuddly and has taken to me rather quickly,
    	but (Achoo!) I'm allergic to it.   And with two dogs, two	
    	birds AND a fish...there's no room for a kitten, too.
        
    	It seems to be more of an indoor cat, but that might stem
    	from freezing outside in the cold the previous night...
        
    	Please contact me at USCTR1::KGALLANT for further information.
    	BTW - it's free.  (^;
        
    	/Kim
        
        

                       Smudgehead to good home
    
    Female, spade one year old cat needs a home that allows outside
    access.  Good mouser.  She is stray being kept in Waltham by
    a friend.  We want a kitten so I hope we can find another home
    for this one.
    
    (a smudgehead is a white cat with a "smudge" of color - in this
    case gray - on the top of the head.  She is really affectionate.
    She is also afraid of dogs.
    
    If you are interested plese call Katy Todd days at (617)270-0030.
    
    Thank you!
    

    If the cat is young, that smudge could go away.  Alot of solid white
    cats will show a spot of color on the top of their heads when they
    are young.  This is like a little window into their genetic makeup,
    it lets you see what color they would have been if the white hadn't
    masked that color.  
    
    Jo

    
    
    	Smudghead??!!  ahahahahahaa!!  I love it!!
    

    
    	The kitten mentioned in .569 is now temporarily residing
    	with Cary and I in Nashua.  
    
    	What a doll!! I believe it's a he but I'm not sure....It's
    	been a while since I've had to remember!!  He looks just like
    	my Sasha kitty only a little lighter.  I would definitely say
    	he's part Maine Coon. He's got the big ears with the little tufts
    	of fur inside the ears.  He's a beigy/grey with dark gray
    	striping with a splash of white under his chin.
    
    	Tiny!! I didn't think Dukie would ever look big, but when you put
    	this little guy next to him...he looks huge!!  I'd say the kitten
    	is no older than 6 weeks.  He does use the litter box and eats
    	dry and moist food.
    
    	And talk about ENERGY!!  This is the friskiest kitten I have seen
    	in a long time!!  Very coordinated and fast.  Took the the stairs
    	like a duck to water.  (although he did go a little too fast down
    	them this morning and almost did a tumble...it was quite funny)
    
    	His temporary name right now is Jiffy Jeff....given to him by
    	Kim Gallant's mom.  Cary and I haven't really given him a name.
    	
    	If anyone is interested in this little doll please call me at
    	DTN 235-8520.  I will deliver him if need be.  We will be giving
    	him a flea bath within the next couple of days as he is scratching
    	a bit and I found one crawling on me after picking him up.
    
    	My home phone is 603-881-5806 and I can be reached at
    	VIDEO::MORRISSEY.  We'd love to keep him but four is enough
    	already and the Sasha and Brandi are still adjusting to Chloe.
    
    	Thanks
    
    	JJ
    
    

  *NASHUA AREA*

  Due to an apparently increasing allergy to Cats on my son's part,
  we're forced to look for a new home for our one remaining cat.

  The cat is a female, neutered calico ("money") cat.  She's probably
  about 4 or 5 years old now and is up to date on shots and such, and
  would come to you fully equipped with everything *EXCEPT* fleas, that
  is: bowls, box, carrier, combs and supplies.  ("Turnkey" for you com-
  puter buzzword types.)  She's very friendly and good with kids, never
  biting (but knowing when to run away and hide).  Of late, she's been
  an apparently content indoor cat, but has outdoors experience in the
  past.

  If you're interested, please send VAXmail, or phone me at DTN 247-2726
  (days) or (603) 880-6060 (nights).  I don't read FELINE notes, so a
  reply here may go unnoticed.

                                   Atlant

    
    	There's a little white kitty hanging out at my fiance's house,
    	and we're both sure she does not have a home. We spent the day
    	working outside yesterday, and all she wanted to do was purr
    	and curl up in my lap!! She's very sweet - seems to be less
    	than a year old, all white, female (probably not spayed), big
    	light green eyes, short hair. 
    
    	I know this baby is going to end up being outdoors all winter
    	if she doesn't find a home before then. (well, we all know I'm
    	another sucker for a pretty kitty, but please help me to
    	resist this temptation!!) I fed her about four time yesterday
    	and she just gobbled it up. She's too dainty to be fending 
    	for herself.
    
    	Right now she's in Foster, RI, but I am in Millbury, MA, so
    	I can deliver her in the central Mass, southern NH area...
    
    
    	Sherry (and Rosie, Missy & Squeek who_don't_want_a_little_sister)
    

    The little smudgehead has a new home!  Thanks to all of you that
    responded!  
    
    

    
    	Well I'm happy to say that Jiffy Jeff (.573) will be
    	going to a new home on Monday!!
    
    	I'm gonna miss his tiny little face though!
    
    

    One of our kitties needs a new home....... he's free if you
    want him!
    
    Ever since he was about six months old, Sparrowhawk, our
    manic-depressive kitty, has upset the harmony of our
    household.  Basically, we think he's slightly retarded;
    he was a wonderful, wide-eyed, curious kitten... but now
    he's more like a wide-eyed, empty-headed adult.  He always
    follows along with what the other kitties do, but he never
    seems to have an original idea in his head to call his own.
    He's really nice when things are quiet; he'll come up to
    you and rub up against you and be the friendliest kitty in
    the world... but if he gets overstimulated, he suddenly
    snaps, tucking his tail between his legs, sulking away, and
    hissing his little lungs out.
    
    That's one reason why we can't keep him; with five other cats
    AND ongoing household renovations (several more years' worth,
    at the current rate), he's just going to keep on getting
    overstimulated in his present environment.  The other reason
    why we can't keep him is that he's entirely too attached to
    his mother; even at two years old he STILL tries to suckle
    off of her, and she doesn't put up a fight (methinks she LIKES
    the mommy role...).
    
    We find that he's best after he's been quarantined in a quiet
    room for a few days away from his mother... but needless to
    say we can't do that forever.  SO, if you have a quiet home
    with not TOO many playmates, he'll probably be happier there
    than here.
    
    Particulars:  Slate-gray, male, 3/4 Siamese, slender and muscular,
    neutered, regular checkups, all shots (except the one between
    the eyes that we're sometimes sorely tempted to give him... only
    kidding, folks!).  He's always been an indoor cat, so he has no
    nasty diseases or parasites.  Located in Worcester, MA, but I work
    in Nashua, so I can bring him up north if you're interested.
    
    Thanks!
    
    Jim & Tamara (& Athena & Chalkie & Cleo & Ralph & Ebony & Sparrowhawk)

    Sherry,
    
    I'd be interested in that white kitty.  I live in Reading, Mass.,
    so neither of us is too far from each other.  Call me at DTN 274-6494,
    or send me a mail message (All-in-One) to Jeannette Pothier @UFO.
    (I don't have my own mail account yet!)
    
    Zoe
    

    
    	Update on .577
    
    	Just a tidbit of info on "Jeff" ....turns out the vet
    	was almost positive that "Jeff" is a "she"!!  And the
    	people that took her borrowed Sasha's kitty carrier to
    	take her home.  Well they likes the name Sasha so much
    	that that's what they named her.!!  So we have two Sasha-
    	kitties that look alike!!  Although mine is a year older =)
    
    	Pam says that she's doing fine and is pretty much well
    	behaved except when the family is eating.  That's when
    	I explained about the C.A.T..... she's going to try that
    	next.  =)
    
    	JJ
    

    re: .557 - I saw Alliance for Animals at the Haverhill show and
    I'm very happy to report that the following cats have found homes.
    Logan (but not Raspberry, sigh)
    Buddy & Petunia - son and mother rescued from an abusive home.
    
    The other kitties are still hoping for homes.
    
    
    The woman from Kitty Angels (also at Haverhill) asked me if I'd
    try to find a place for a beautiful blue and white boy.
    Thomas is 1.5 years old, very very sweet and affectionate.  he's
    a lap cat for those of you who are looking for a warm kitty for
    these cold New England nights.  
    
    Thomas and his brother were both adopted as kittens, but Thomas
    was returned because he's proven to be allergic to Happy Cat catfood
    (and his owners were afraid he'd throw up at Thanksgiving and spoil
    everybody's dinner - Great reason to get rid of a cat!).  Thomas
    can eat Lick your chops or the Hypoallergenic Lamb & Rice canned
    food also put out by Lick your chops.  He's FLV negative, neutered
    and up on all shots.
    
    Poor Thomas has to stay in an UNHEATED shed because the woman who's
    fostering him has no room in her house!  Won't someone take this
    wonderful kitty home!
    
    Contact Joan Abbott   508 649-4681     or
            Sandi Larson  203 875-2830
    
    Please tell them you heard about Thomas here.  We want to see if
    this is effective in helping to place the cat.
      Thanks
       Nancy DC
    
    

    Just want to add that I saw Thomas and he's a very pretty boy! 
    I did a double take when walking by his cage.  Very, very sweet.
    
    Wish I had a *HUGE* house for all these critters!!
    

    I saw Thomas also - he is a real sweet baby boy !!  pretty!
    They all were pretty nice - hmmm  - touch 'em and you own them. 
    I didn't touch - just donated $$$$  They all looked real well
    taken care of.

    I touched - the kittens, the little black girl, etc etc etc.
    Maybe that's why I can't get them out of my head!!
      Nancy DC

    I know - they really were cuties!  

    
    Still looking for a permanent home is Willy Wonka, the choc point
    Siamese I wrote about earlier.  Pat's willing to give him up for the
    cost of the neutering, as she feels he's been in a cage too long and is
    getting more timid all the time.
    
    For those who haven't read about him before, Willy is a year old, and
    has only been bred once or twice.  Pat doesn't want to use him in her
    breeding program and feels he should be sent out as a pet.  He's a very
    affectionate, gentle kitty, and has been shown before - he's just not
    the type that Pat's breeding for.
    
    Pat Senser (Weeselum Cattery) can be reached in Greenfield, MA, at
    413-773-3308.
    
    Thanks,
    
    	Sandy
    

    I went to the Worcester Animal Rescue league last night to pick
    up a kitten, and for anyone interested, this is what they had for
    adoption:
    
    2 female calico kittens
    1 female tiger kitten
    2 male white long-haired kittens (I adopted one-there were three)
    2 adult cats
    
    They require a $35 deposit--of which $30 is refunded with proof
    of neutering/spaying.
    
    When I was there, the adults were sleeping, but the kittens were
    pllaying up a storm and they were cute!
    
    
    Michelle

    
    Cat seeking loving owner:
    
    	o  7 month old male
    	o  medium-longhair, orange with white chest and feet
    	o  copper eyes
    	o  fully equipped with claws
    	o  all shots except feline leukemia
    	o  affectionate, curious, playful, healthy
    	o  originally named Mila, but ignores all names equally well
        o  currently living at Wilton Animal Hospital, Wilton, NH
           due to the generosity of Drs. Merrill and Maki
    
    If we didn't already have 10...  I got to meet this cat purrson to purrson.
    He's very affectionate, and will play with anybody or anything.
    He had a hard time deciding whether to make bread or swat the
    pens off the receptionist's desk.  His coat is silky, and his
    markings are very well defined.  It's a medium-long coat with
    the beginnings of a nice ruff.  I especially liked the copper
    eyes.  The only reason he's at the vet is that that's where
    the owner dropped him off after deciding not to keep him...
    
    The number for the Wilton Animal Hospital is 603 654-2227.
    I can supply directions or more information, either through
    KOBAL::BROWN or DTN 381-2136.
    
    This cat will make someone a great companion...
    
    Ron  
    

    3 year old Blue Persian named Ashley looking for a loving home.  We 
    purchased her from her breeder for $300.00 but will sell her for $100
    or a best offer.  A LOVING home is most important.
    
    Her favorite past time seems to be purrrrring and being hugged.  She
    also likes to talk when someone speaks to her.  For those who have
    seen Star Wars, she looks EXACTLY like and Ewok and is just as 
    lovable and cuddly as them too.
    
    Her name is Ashley and she has been fixed, and is an indoor cat only.
    She doesnt claw (NEVER has) anything, and doesnt chew things either.
    Due to her fluffy, charcoal gray coat, she has also been trained
    to stay of the couch and chairs (at least she obeys this in my house so
    far).  She is extreemly easy to care for since she only likes moist
    meals and dry food, there are no messy/smelly cans and can be left 
    for a few days with a full bowl.  She is also box trained.  When we
    allow, she loves to sleep with us so that she can purr at us the moment
    we wake up.
    
    So why get rid of her you ask......  We also have a 6 year old
    Himalayan Persian who has NEVER taken a liking to her and spends
    her day chasing and hissing at Ashley.  Since the other is older
    and was there first, we thought we could find Ashley another home
    where she would be 'Top Cat' and where she wouldnt get picked on by
    a bigger cat. After 3 years, we dont think the older one is EVER
    going to be her buddy.
    
    Ashley lives in Brookline, NH which is next door to Hollis, NH and
    Townshend, MA.  We are about 9 miles from Nashua.  If anyone is 
    interested in meeting her, please let me know.  It will break
    our hearts to see her go but I think she will be happier.

    Just wanted to let you all know that the little white kitty mentioned
    in note. 575 (?) has found a home, with me!  My two roommates and
    I are very excited.  We've wanted to add to our family for quite
    awhile, and now is the perfect time.  I already have one dog (Malasha),
    and two cats--Mr. Bunny (male manx) and Gershwin (female gray
    housecat).   The new addition will be the first that belongs to
    our whole family.  I hope to pick her up this weekend.  Have already
    made an appointment with the vet for Tuesday for shots, leukemia
    test, spaying, etc.  I wonder what we'll name her.....we'll have
    to see what she likes.
    
    Happy Holidays everyone!  I know its going to be a GREAT Christmas
    in the Zuest household!!  Hope all the little "babies" that are
    mentioned here find good homes.
    
    Zoe
    

    re: .590 - What great news!!
    
    re: names - the name "Polar Bear" comes to mind.....(anyone know
    why??)
    

    
    	Nancy, she's sooooo dainty, I don't think Polar Bear would
    	be a good name for her....it's more like polar lily.... :)
    

    I don't know, the Lily I know isn't very dainty!!!!!
    
    right E.T.!
    
    

    Polar Bear was the "Cat Who Came to Christmas".  He was very dainty
    too, if I remember...
    

    Dainty!  Hump!  She needs to borrow Happy's black leather jacket
    and be fitted for a helmet.  And, if she doesn't figure out what
    the litter box is for, she will be spending a lot more time in
    Kitty Jail !  She thinks she was raised in the Bronx - a chip
    off the old mother kitty !!  Dainty, with a huge glob of water
    hanging off her chin!  
    
    E.T.
    

RE:  Note 415.595 by TOPDOC::TRACHMAN 

>    She thinks she was raised in the Bronx 
    
Elaine,

Could you tell me what that means?  I was born and raised in the Bronx
and I'm trying to understand what that says about me!  :-)

Pam

    Hey E.T. and Cin...she did tell Happy that.. it was nice to
    borrow"the black leather jacket.. but she felt that "earth tones"
    suited her better.. tee-hee
    Regards
    Kate

    You know, a city kid!!!  like Boston, Chicago, New York -
    she thinks she is a rough tough 'boy' !!  Dainty? Lil?  
    I rather doubt it!!

    Now, E.T., I  think that Lil is "petite".... and she is not a city
    kid.. think about this.. she comes from a community called CATTYSHACK..
    and  that is located in a very quite area of Fitchburg, next to(alright
    close to) the golf course. .. which is always quiet, and peaceful,
    and very pretty.. and besides Little FI(that is her mummy? right)
    is a very dainty  lady kitty..Lil is one "special little girl.."and yes
    in my book.. LiL is petite which equals dainty.. Pookie is Dainty..
    Now Happy is anything but DAINTY..TEE-HEE,,,
    Regards
    kate

    4 month old male tiger kitty, has all shots.  Boris' owner is moving back
    home, and cannot take her cats with her.  Two have already been placed
    but this guy still needs a new home.
    
    He is currently in the Chelmsford, Mass. area.  his owner can be
    reached at (508)250-1043.

    Re:  .90 thru ?
    
    Well, I picked up the little white kitty on Thursday night.  She's
    such a sweetie!  Got her to the vet on Friday.  She's healthy. 
    However, we suspect she MAY be.........pregnant!  So, we have to
    wait three weeks before she can get her shots and be spayed.  The
    vet figures he'll be able to tell by then.  I personally don't think
    she is, but....we won't abort the kitties, and should have no problem
    finding homes.  That is IF there are kitties.  If it turns out she's
    not preggo, then we'll just get her spayed vaccinated.  
    
    As far as names go....She was actually an early Christmas present
    for my boyfriend/roommate.  So he got to name her.  He decided on
    Tatiana.  Now we need to test it out to see how it fits her over
    time.  My two 6 year old cats are Mr. Bunny & Gershwin.  I also
    have a 6 year old dog (Malamute/Alsatian mix) named Booger.  I think
    Tatiana fits in that its a very feminine name, as she's a very pretty
    little girl.  But she's turning out to be a real stinker, and real
    curious, and real brave.  So it may get changed.  I keep calling
    her "trashy" and "garbagehead" because she gets in the trash can,
    but I think I'll be able to cure her of that.
    
    Anyhow.  She gets along great with the dog.  She rubs against Booger's
    legs, and puts her paw up as if asking to be petted.  She still
    hisses at the cats, but it's getting less often.  And she's letting
    them come up to her now.  So all is well.
    
    Zoe
    

    Littleton Animal Clinic (Massachusetts) has a 13-year old chocolate
    point Siamese up for adoption.  Her name is T.D.  She is very quiet,
    gentle, and loves to sit in your lap.  She would make a terrific
    companion for someone who is homebound who wants a loving friend.
    Her story goes something like this: T.D. was in a home with another
    cat, a 12-year old girl, the girl's mother, and the mother's friend.
    T.D. got a bladder infection, did what cats do when they are suffering
    with this, waiting to get proper medical attention, was finally
    taken to the vet for treatment, is now clear of the problem, but
    the family no longer wants her.  She has been at the vet's as a
    boarder for about a month now.  I saw her last week.  She is a real
    sweetie (and I don't usually even *like* Siamese cats!).  We have
    four cats and twenty birds in a small house, or we would take her.
    Please consider giving her a place to live out the rest of her life.
    Call 508/486-3101.  Ask about T.D.  Anyone who answers should be
    able to talk with you about T.D.  They take her out occasionally,
    hold her, talk to her, and generally give her personal attention,
    as much as is possible in a busy vet's clinic.  She needs a real
    home, though.  /Linda
    
    

    My husband and I got a new kitten about three months ago and we're not
    going to be able to keep her.  She is a short-haired "torbie" (cross
    between tabby and tortise shell).  She is one of the sweetest kittens I
    have ever seen.  She particularly likes my husband's lap... We are
    getting her shots all up to date and she is being totally checked out
    by the vet.  If anyone is able to give her a good home, please call me
    or send mail.  She's used to being with another cat.  He may be very
    upset when she's gone...I live in Clinton and could bring her to you if
    it's close.
    
    Beth dtn 262-8214
    

	Hi everyone,

	I haven't been in this file for a long time and just recently
	began reading again.  Just wanted to let you all know that I
	will be adopting a kitty tomorrow night from the Acton
	Emergency Hospital.  She is about 6-months old and was brought
	into the hospital after being hit by a car.  She has nerve
	damage to her left front leg, but has no trouble being an
	energetic, playful kitty who can stand-up for herself.  She
	has a beautiful thick light grey and white coat, and her tail is
	grey except for the very end which is white!  Now I just need to
	come up with a name for this cutey.  She will be joining a family
	of 3 cats (Amber, Pistachio and Buster Brown) and 1 dog (Muffin).
	We recently lost Cleo after 18 years and it seemed like the right 
        time for a new addition.

	There are a few other kitties at the hospital that need homes.
	All have FELV tested negative.  Here are a few of them:

	Katie - Long-haired light grey and white female - young adult.
	Seems she may have been hit by a car.  She has a slight limp
	in the rear leg (not sure which one) which is improving each
	day.  She is not spayed yet.  This kitty is very sweet and 
	gentle, and needs a loving home so that she can regain her
	strength and put a little weight on.

	Mr. Kitty - Unaltered male about 6 months old - the people
	at the hospital feel that he is Maine Coon.

	Mouse - this kitty is sweet but is a loner.  He doesn't
	socialize well with other kitties.  He is a male about
	2-3 years old.

	Plus a couple more.

	They are very deserving of a good home (as all kitties are!).

	Carole
    	P.S.  It's nice to be back!

    Hi Carole.. I am sooooooo glad you found your new furry friend..
    Kate

    I don't know if this is where this should be or not, if not please
    move it. I read this conference, but have never written in here.
    Anyway, last week I found a stray cat in my garage. I saw him several
    times, and it seemed to have taken up residence. I have been feeding
    it daily, and it seems to be pretty happy in there. He seems to
    prefer the loft (it is full of junk to hide in I suppose) but I
    have seen him several times on the lower level curled up in the
    hay. (We have horses, and lots of hay around). I cannot keep this
    kitty, I already have two cats and two horses and a German Shepard.
    Enough pets for now! If anyone knows of anyone in the Weare NH area
    who lost a kitty, I would really like to find the owners. I hate
    to bring him to the Humane Society, but I just cannot keep him myself
    for very long. Description:
    
                   DSH black/brown molted color
                   female (I believe)
                   unusual looking almost dog-colored brown eyes
                   app. 6-8 months old
                   very skinny and smallish
                   very friendly and affectionate, loves to sit on
                    shoulders 
                   gets along great with my two adult male cats, but
                    is terrified of horses and German Shepards
    
    If anyone has any info, or any suggested alternatives to the Humane
    Society (I would hate to think she will be put to sleep!), please
    contact me at DASXPS::LCOBURN. Thanks!!
    

    
    I am looking for a kitten, female prefferred but not necessary.
    I live in Pepperell and work in Marlboro and Littleton.  I have
    tried a couple of animal shelters, but alas no kittens.  I prefer
    a kitten to an adult as I have a 2 year old and a ten year old
    cat and I think bringing the kitten in, especailly for the 10 year
    old (main coon) will be easier. He ignores other kittens in the
    neighborhood and I think he will learn to love a kitten, and then
    won't mind it so much as a cat.)
    
    I am going to call buddy dog in sudbury today, but if you ahve any
    suggestions I would appreciate them!
    
    Thank you!
    
    

    Since Solstice (Dec 21) two (2) stray, male, totally black cats have 
    virtually tried to climb into my back screens of my house.  
    
    The first (about a week ago) looks like a Halloween Cat ... gorgeous 
    yellow eyes, loves to talk to humans and very affectionate.  He was 
    brought in the night that New Hampshire temps went to 20 below zero...
    His eye fluid was actually freezing up.  I have brought  him to the 
    Nashua Humane Society but they promised not to put him down without
    checking with me first.  So I need to get hopp'n to find him a home.
    He looks very healthy, fine short coat, good color, one ear looks like
    he had a fight but I am sure the society is checking him out.  He was
    found in Londonderry, NH - He is VERY affectionate and would be good
    company for anyone.
    
    The second found his way over the weekend - doing the same thing.  He 
    is a black persian, beautiful long hair, again the golden eyes.  He 
    seems to have very large paws (possibly double) and nice shiny coat.
    I am going to bring him over to the Nashua Humane Society with the same
    instructions.  I have a male cat that stays with me already so I can
    not "push him out".  This cat also is full grown, loving personality,
    very affectionate.
    
    I would be willing to pay for neutering of either or both cats to the 
    right loving home.  You may contact Nashua Humane Society at 
    (603) 883-8512 or send me mail if you are interested or know the
    "right" person.
    
    
    

  I had real good luck getting cats from the Salem Animal Shelter. For
$40 each, I got the kittens with the 1st round of shots and a free
spayed (sp?) from the Brookline Animal Hospitel. The cats had been
handled well and were very friendly right from the start.

  Good place to get cats,
  George

    These cats are x-ferals that were caught at the Weymouth Commons
    apartments in Weymouth Mass.  FOR MORE DETAILS SEE NOTE 3113.
    
    --------------------------------------------------------------------
    Well, Jazzie and Christie Kay are officially available for adoption.
    Dusty has already found a home with Julie Swant.
    
    So Here's the details:
    
    Jasmine - aka Jazzie - Brown spotted tabby and white female with 
              double paws, approx 6 months old.  She's spayed and has 
              received both distemper shots and a rabies shot.  Tested 
              FLV negative.  Should be retested around the beginning of 
              March.  She has slightly swollen lymph nodes under her 
              chin that should be monitored. The vet isn't concerned and 
              feels it is probably related to the URI she had when we 
              caught her.  
    
              Jazzie's earmites are all gone but her ears are still
              inflamed so we'll be continuing treatment with tresederm
              twice a day until the inflamation is gone.  She has been
              flea sprayed - and will be done twice a week until she
              goes to her new home - and has received the first of two
              doses of medication for roundworms.  
    
              Jazzie is a very sweet little kitty who seems to spend
              most of her day in the kitty condo we have for them.
              She purrs fairly readily for us.  She seems somewhat
              timid and if she's panicked has been know to bite.
              (This was three days after we caught her)  At the vets
              she is a VERY well-behaved little lady and has submitted
              to the many indignities we've visited upon her body, with
              very good grace.  She gets along fine with other cats.
    
    Christie Kay - short for Christmas Kitten because we caught her on
              Christmas eve day.  She's about 12 weeks old now and 
              weighs 2.5 lbs.  Brown macTabby with lovely reddish patches
              on her ears and face (not a patch tabby tho) and a beautiful
              creamy patch under her chin and on her throat.  She's 
              a feisty littly girl who thinks nothing of shoving Bob out
              of the food dish (Bob weights 9.5 lbs).  She's also still
              skittish but will purr loudly once you convince her you
              aren't the "Kitty axe murderer" :-)
    
              She's too young to spay.  Her ears were clean when we
              caught her and we've been giving her a little tresederm
              to keep her from picking up mites from the other cats.
              She got a flea bath last Monday and got worm medicine
              last night.  She also got her first distemper shot on
              12/29 and will be due for her second, along with a rabies
              shot on 1/12 or a bit later.  She' FLV negative and
              should be retested in March.  Her eyes are clear, so is
              her nose and she's "full of herself" getting up on the
              stereo and into other mischief that I never would have
              thought she was big enough to get into.
    
    Since both of these cats were feral they'll need a little TLC and 
    patience.  They're VERY responsive and I think will make wonderful
    companions. They both get along with other cats and I want them
    placed with other cats - or adopted together.  Both must be indoor
    only kittens.  I am requesting a $25 donation to Animal Umbrella which
    has paid for most of their vet care.
    
    The sooner we place these kitties the sooner we can go rescue more.
    If you're interested please contact me via Mail or at 297-2313 or
    617 849-9771 (before 8:30 please)
    
      Thanks again for all your support.
        Nancy and Jack
    
P.S. We are perfectly willing to offer adoption on a "trial basis" and if
     things don't work out we'll take the cats back.
    

    I happened to overhear a gentleman stating that he was looking for
    a kitten when I was at the Boston Cat Hospital.  Well, i jumped right
    up and told him I had a 12 wk old and I thought I had a home for her
    for a second until he said he's looking for a male.
    
    So if anyone has a 8-16 wk old kitten for adoption (8's kind of young,
    isn't it?) please contact me or call Michael Klein in Cambridge Ma
    at 617 492-4866.  He didn't seem to have any color preferences just
    definitely wanted a male.
      N
    

    I am offering Jesse James II for adoption.  For complete details
    see note 2890 (Jesse goes to the vet).
    
    He is approx 3 years old and weighs about 15 lbs.  Jesse is a grey
    tiger cat and is the epitome of the big old tomcat.  He's got broken
    teeth and one lopped over ear (Looks like 1/2 a fold :-)  He's now
    neutered, up on all shots including FLV and de-flea'd as much as
    we can (fingers crossed).  Jesse is NOT a cuddle cat and will grumble
    if you pick him up.  He tends to growl and grumble when you do
    something he doesn't like but has never tried to bite or scratch.
    He butts my legs when I'm getting food and eating is his favorite
    activity.  He LOVES to play with the kitty tease and tries to involve
    the gang of fur in games.  Unfortunately all they do is hiss at him.
    Guess he looks pretty fearsome - except to Dundee who bats him across
    he head on a regular basis. 
    
    Jesse was a stray that we fed for a year before we took him to the
    vets.  We are very fond of him and want to see him happy.  He still
    asks to go out and looks out the window for a while each day.  This
    is why we want to place him.  I can't bear the worring I'd do if we
    let him out in our neighborhood.  I'm sure he's lived there all his
    life and can fend for himself quite well.  He's gotten out on us a
    few times and always returns in a day or two.  I want to see him in
    a more rural environment.
    
    So if anyone is interested in an indoor/outdoor cat - good hunter
    and gets along well with other cats.  Please contact us so you
    can meet Jesse.  There's something quite endearing about the big guy.
      Nancy DC

    The following message found its way to me this morning and I
    was asked to post it in FELINE.  I sincerely hope someone can
    help Lynn and her little guest out.  Sorry for the caps. I didn't
    write the note.
      Nancy DC  who would also like to get her hands on that creep
    for about 10 mins.
    
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From:	NAME: MARIA A MERCADO               
	FUNC: MATERIAL ACQUISITION            
	TEL: DTN: 281-5683                    <MERCADO.MARIA AT A1 AT BAKBAY>
Date:	02-Jan-1990

Subject: HELP! ATTENTION ANIMAL LOVERS



		********************************************
		THIS MEMO IS FROM LYNNE MANDILE DTN 281-5770

		********************************************

			NOEL'S MY NAME

	I'M AN APPROX 11 WEEK OLD BLACK/ORANGE FEMALE CALICO KITTEN

	(THAT WAS ABANDONED RIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS ON MY FRONT YARD)

    LYNNE INTENDED TO KEEP ME, BUT A MINOR INJURY SENT ME TO THE VET AND
    A BLOOD TEST SHOWS I HAVE FELINE LEUKEMIA INFECTION.  THIS IS
    CONTAGIOUS ONLY TO OTHER CATS, AND THEREFORE I MUST BE THE ONLY CAT
    IN A INDOOR CAT HOUSEHOLD.  (LYNNE HAS 4 CATS AND CANNOT KEEP ME DUE
    TO THE FELINE LEUKEMIA).  FELINE LEUKEMIA IS A VIRUS INFECTION PASSED
    BY CONTACT FROM AN INFECTED CAT TO ANOTHER CAT BY CONTACT WITH INFECTED
    CAT'S SALIVA, MESSES, PREGNANCY,(SOMEWHAT LIKE AIDS) AND IT IS NOT CURABLE.        
    CATS VARY IN THEIR RE-ACTION TO THIS VIRUS (AGAIN, LIKE AIDS) AS THEY
    MAY NEVER SHOW SIGNS, OR MAY SUDDENLY COME DOWN WITH SYMPTOMS SOMETIME
    DURING THEIR LIFESPAN.  OR, THEY CAN ONLY BE A CARRIER AND ONLY PASS THIS
    VIRUS ALONG.  (I'LL BE BLUNT.  THERE COULD BE VET COSTS DOWN THE ROAD
    TREATING SOME OF THE BY-ILLNESSES BROUGHT ON BY THE VIRUS.  I DO NOT
    KNOW FOR SURE WHAT THEY COULD BE, BUT THE VET MENTIONED THIS COULD HAPPEN)
    

    NOW FOR THE PULL AT THE HEARTSTRINGS:

    IF I SEND HER TO THE POUND, OR ANIMAL RESCUE LEAGUE, SHE WILL BE PUT 
    DOWN IMMEDIATELY.  I HAVE UNTIL SATURDAY TO FIND HER A HOME, OR I WILL
    HAVE TO HAVE HER PUT DOWN.  

    (NICE CHRISTMAS PRESENT FROM THE CREEP WHO DUMPED HER OFF. I WISH I COULD 
    GET MY HANDS ON THIS CREEP FOR JUST 10 MINUTES) 

     PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW MIGHT BE INTERESTED.  I CAN
    GET SPECIAL RATES ON SPAYING AND SHE HAS HAD SOME OF THE NEEDED SHOTS.

     SHE HAS THE SWEETEST, MOST LOVABLE PERSONALITY AND SHE LIKES TO PLAY FETCH
     WITH A STRING OR HER BALL.   


        **** PLEASE FORWARD THIS MEMO TO EVERYONE AND ASK THEM TO PASS IT
             ALONG.  THE MORE IT TRAVELS, THE MORE LIKELY A HOME CAN BE FOUND!



  THANK YOU 

  LYNNE

    

I am entering this note for a friend. If you're are interested in adopting
this lovely cat please contact Dave at (508)453-4537. Please leave message
and evening phone number on the answering machine.

Pat Williams
DTN:272-7021

Due to a recent death in the family, I am looking for a home for a 10 year 
old, black, neutered male cat. He is very affectionate and likes to spend 
time outdoors. He can be seen in North Andover, Massachusetts.

Pleasseeee help me find a home for this beautiful cat!

    Noel is still available for adoption.  She has recovered
    from her injury and is a sweet bundle of purring black &
    orange Tortoiseshell. As you can see, the last resort is
    putting her to sleep.  She is approx 11 wks old, and loves
    to play.  Contact me at dtn 281-5770 if you or someone you
    know is interested. (see note 3199)
    
    
    Lynne

    Re:  415.612           -< THE GANG OF PURRS for adoption >-
	    .614               -< Jesse for adoption >-


    I visited Nancy and Jack recently to meet my new kitty Dusty.  I 
    must make a few comments here about her other rescued kitties who 
    are up for adoption.  

    --------------------------------------------------------------------------------
    
	� Jasmine - aka Jazzie - Brown spotted tabby and white female with 
	�           double paws, approx 6 months old.  She's spayed ..
    
    This girl was very shy, but Nancy puts her hand into kitty condo 
    and Jasmine starts purring away and pokes her head out.  I think 
    she will be a very sweet pet for someone.  I hope that she gets a 
    very good home.


	� Christie Kay - short for Christmas Kitten because we caught her on
	�           Christmas eve day.  She's about 12 weeks old now and 
	�           weighs 2.5 lbs.  Brown macTabby with lovely reddish patches
	�           on her ears and face (not a patch tabby tho) and a beautiful
	�           creamy patch under her chin and on her throat.  She's 
	�           a feisty little girl who thinks nothing of shoving Bob out
	�           of the food dish (Bob weights 9.5 lbs).  She's also still
	�           skittish but will purr loudly once you convince her you
	�           aren't the "Kitty axe murderer" :-)

    What a little doll this baby is!  She cuddles with Bob and then 
    struts out, sits in Nancy's lap and purr like a Mac truck.  She 
    is just beautiful.  I think she is a miss personality plus.  She 
    gives you such a look.

	� Jesse
    
	� He is approx 3 years old and weighs about 15 lbs.  Jesse is a grey
	� tiger cat and is the epitome of the big old tomcat.

    Well Jesse is something else.  When I saw him he was in the 
    basement in his favorite chair.  Jack was able to pick him up and 
    get a cat arm wrapped around one side.  Jesse didn't want to be 
    held for long, but he didn't squirm.  Then up the stairs goes he
    and into his favorite living room chair, stretched out and said 
    "pet me, pet me"  Which, of course, I preceded to do.  Another 
    purr-baby.  He is so big that you expect him to be mocho-male.  
    Now I expect that he can hold his own outside, but I think that 
    he is a big love.  I think he would be a great indoor-outdoor 
    cat, but I hope not a barn cat.  He likes his people affection 
    too much.  I think he has a great personality.

	� Dusty

    Taken by me.  And once I get him home, I hope that Sheba and Lily
    give him a couple of good playmates and that Tasha, who is 14 and
    hates newcomers, will learn to love him in time. 

			    -- Julie

	RE: .604

    
	>Katie - Long-haired light grey and white female - young adult.
	>Seems she may have been hit by a car.  She has a slight limp
	>in the rear leg (not sure which one) which is improving each
	>day.  She is not spayed yet.  This kitty is very sweet and 
	>gentle, and needs a loving home so that she can regain her
	>strength and put a little weight on.


    	Katie is still at the Animal Emergency Hospital in Acton.  She
        is a very sweet cat who needs a home.  I talked with the doctor
        there last night and they won't be able to keep her much longer.
        ....the next alternative is a shelter.  She loves to be held
    	and petted and would make someone a lovable pet.  The doctor
    	also is willing to spay her for free.
    
    	Please....can someone take her?
    
    	Carole

    I'm placing this adoption ad for a friend of mine who's expecting her
    first child soon and, unfortunately, has to give up her cats at her
    husband's request. He has a superstition about cats and the potential
    problem with newborn infants. Mind you, there's not EVEN a HINT of a
    problem ever been exhibited by these innocent cats, but lets not get 
    into that craziness. I volunteered my help in finding a home for these 
    cats. 
    
    Here are the facts about both cats:
    
    Location of cat:		Westford, Mass.
    
    Type, age, color, 
     and sex: 		#1	Short haired, 2-yr. old, B&W color, neutered 
    				male
    
    In-doors/out-doors 		In-doors, litter-box trained	
    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Type, age, color, 
    and sex		#2      Short-haired Tiger, 8-yr. old, grey color, 
    				spayed
    
    In-doors/out-doors		out-doors, great barn cat, hunts well.
    				litter box trained
    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------
    Both of these cats are loveable, friendly, and cuddley. They are both
    clean and well-groomed and have all shots. Cat #2 catches mice, moles,
    and other varmints, but offers no "gifts". 
    
    Call Kristin
    
    days (508) 692-5006
    eve  (508) 692-4852 
    These cats don't have to be placed together at the same home.  
                                                                               

    Re: .620
    
    How about adopting out the husband instead?  Alternatively, is it
    possible to suggest to the turkey that they wait and see if some
    problem actually arises?  Or is he beyond reason?  What exactly is he
    expecting to happen?
    

hi!!

this is probably the hardest thing i've ever had to do. might be
the hardest thing i'll ever have to do.

i have two wonderful cats that i really love and adore. i have to
move at the end of the month, and the new landlord is not exactly
a cat lover and is quite adamant about only allowing me to have one
cat. so, with great sadness i must try to find a caring new home for
brigitte, my 5 year-old maine coon cat.

brie is female, spayed, well cared for, all indoor thus far (but
i think she really wants to be outside mousing and such). she has
a smokey grey tabby coat, very long hair, with touches of white under
her chin. she weighs about 12 pounds, and is extremely affectionate.
she loves to cuddle under the blankets at night. she has never been
declawed, so she could still become an outdoorkitty.

i feel terrible about having to find a new home for her, but she's
getting a bit too big for apartment life, anyway (that's what she
said...). it seems terrible, especially since there's already too
many cats that need good homes (i wish i could take them all!!)

if you're interested, or even might be, and want more info, please
send me mail at cadse::kutney. you can also reach me at my new number
508.922.7660 after friday (1/12). brie is currently at my old apartment
in acton, ma.

thanks,
kenny 

    I am looking for a Black kitten (male or female, but has to be black)
    for a friend.  If anyone knows of one, please either contact me at DTN
    293-5220 or send me mail at BOMBE::Heather.  She is really looking for
    a kitten, so please only let me know of kittens that might be
    available.  Thank you.
    

    Hi, I forgot to put in my note where I am located - I live in NH, but
    work in Mass, so kittens in either area would be fine.  Thanks again.

    Re; note #620 - grounds for divorce without visitation
    rights if it were me.
    Husband in .620 and landlord in .22 should move in together

	Okay folks, this may get long (I'll try to keep it short) but it is a 
	story about an abandoned longhaired black kitty who need a home.

BACKGROUND INFO......

	Last week I was invloved in rescuing an abused Doberman.  Fawn
	was purchased as a homeowners guard dog.  The guy was told to
	beat the thing daily 'to make it mean'.....well of course she
	went the other way.  Since she did not live up to this guy's 
	expectations, he wacked her over the head (scar very visable)
	and threw her away with the trash by a dumpster.  She was picked
	up and brought to Framingham humane society - where she was adopted
	by a guy who has a 'No Pets' apartment (I see a big rat hole starting).
	This guy has had her for awhile, however she has not recieved the care
	and treatment she needed.  She is skin and bones, has very dry skin, 
	and a bad case of dandruff.  She acts like she has never seen food
	before.  Her ears were also butchered/docked - looks like a home
	done job.

	Well we rescued her and she has been placed in a good foster home
	associated with a shelter and several rescue leagues.  Despite all 
	the tragedy Fawn went through she is real loveable, obeys 
	when spoken to....just a real sweethart.  She will get the 
	personalized care and treatment needed - and then will be adopted out
	to a carfully screened person (and be an only dog).

	Sorry to ramble, but I tired to give the condensed version ;^) -
	but the rescue league has a cat which needs a home.

THIS IS THE PART ABOUT THE CAT......

	This cat was brought to the kennel for a thanksgiving visit- and
	has been there ever since.  He is a black male, age unknown at this
	point, has had all shots and tested negative for FELV.  I am waiting
	to hear from the woman for more details.  He is in NH - but can be
	brought to NRO (Mass) as well.  

	If anyone is interested in this guy, please contact me at DTN 234-4678
	or FRAGLE::PELUSO, and I'll get you in touch with the rescue league
	involved.

	Thanks-

	Michele and Nippa

	P.S. I don't know if he's spayed yet - but I'll get more info later...

    The placement service I mentioned in .626 just informed me that 
    they have a white angora cat w/ yellow eyes which needs a home.
    
    Sorry folks, but thats all the info I got.  I put a call in to try
    get more info....will post ASAP.
    
    Contact Michele at DTN 234-4678 or send mail to FRAGLE::PELUSO if
    you are interested in adopting this cat.

    In reply to .621 (Karen) and .625 (Lynne), I have to say that fortunately 
    I haven't met the guy. I think he's rather self-centered, to say the
    least, and still believes in unfounded myths. He thinks the cats will
    smother the child with their fur while sleeping by the child's head. 
    I've never heard a bigger load of poppy-cock.
     
    If the owner would have asserted herself about wanting to keep her cats, 
    she wouldn't have had to give them away and gotten so upset. It just
    wasn't my place (also too late in the process) to suggest to her that she 
    assert herself with her new hubbie. This is their first child and all
    that stuff, so she's really new at dealing with him assertively. 
    
    I feel badly for the cats because they have to go through the upheaval of 
    adjusting to a new home. I'm ashamed to say that some people just don't 
    think of cats as worthy of much consideration. I can't believe they
    don't feel the soul inside these creatures. All this in the name of
    wanting protection. I guess he just can't clearly see the reality of
    this issue.
    
    Anyhow, the 2 yr. old cat has already found a home. That just leaves
    the lovable 8-yr.-old cat (see reply .620 for details). I hope this
    gets settled soon because I'd hate to see the cat go to a pound.
    
    Russ 
                                                                    

Here is another one.....

Rudi is a 2-year old female cat, light brown with black stripes, brown eyes.
She has been spayed, has had all shots to date, has been tested for FELV
recently (does not have it) and had the leukemia vaccine.

She LOVES people...loves being picked up and stroked, always wants to be where
the people are, etc.  Unfortunately, my wife just doesn't get along with cats
(I had the cat before I met my wife!)  

	Please send mail to FRAGLE::PELUSO or call DTN 234-4678 for more
    info.

    re: .628...
    
    the old story about cats smothering babies or stealing their breath!!!
    
    the facts, as i heard them:
    
    the cat gets close to the baby cuz the cat smells the milk on the
    baby's breath.  cat may try to lick off the milk and gets even closer. 
    meanwhile, very young babies do not have the necessary strength in
    their neck muscles to move their head away from the cat.
    
    so....do not let cat and baby stay together unsupervised until the baby 
    is a bit older. i wish more folx could understand this...
    
    diane, stella & stanley (the onliest two babies in _this_ house)
                                                                  

    re: .628 & .630: Gee, I heard it this way:  The cat, seeking a warm
    quiet place to sleep, sleeps on the baby's chest.  The baby might not be
    strong enough to breath with the cat on its chest, ...
    
    The end is the same, do not let the cat sleep with the baby.
    
    And they only want to be loved, too.                
    
    ed

    re. 31 etc
    What about getting a cat-net? We got one for my sister's pram and
    cot when she was a small baby and never had any problems (none of the
    cats ever slept on her, mind you).
     

    re: .614  I'm VERY happy to report that Jesse is now in his new
    home with another Feliner (the best of all possible outcomes).
    I'm not going to say anything more and let him have the honor, and
    the fun, of reintroducing Jesse in note #2.  From what I've heard
    Jess's purrsonality is really starting to emerge now that he's not
    putting up with 10 other cats ;-)
      
      Love that Jess-monster
       Nancy DC
    

    I was wondering the other day whetehr cats have just gotten a bad
    rap for SIDS -- sudden infant death syndrome.  Hope so, but I'd still
    keep the kitties away for a while.
    
    ed

    Cats have no connection whatsoever with SIDS. 
    

    re:636: I know that.  What I was suggesting was that possibly when SIDS
    had struck and folks couldn't explain it, someone mistakenly accused
    the cat.   Sort of like crying Witch in Salem, Massachusetts in
    colonial days.
    
    ed

    Could we *PLEASE* get this topic back to being a repository for cats
    that are up for adoption?
    
    thank you.
    
    Deb

    Update on the dobe mentioned in .626
    
    The placement service and Doberman Rescue League have placed
    Fawn with a 68 yr old man who just recently lost his wife.  They
    go *everywhere* together, and I hear they jog together as well.
    
    I am glad everything worked out for this poor girl......she was
    such a sweetie despite all that went wrong in her life.
    
    

    Animals really are amazing.  They seem to be the embodiement
    of "Turn the other cheek".  Wish the human race would take a
    few lessons.
      Thanks for your efforts Michele.
      Nancy DC

    
    
    	RE: .604 and .619

    
    	I am so happy to report that Katie has found a home.  After
    	a somewhat dramatic rescue from the Emergency Hospital (rumor
    	has it they were going to put her down and the volunteer vet
    	I was working with took her and quit!) and some delays in making
    	contact with the vet to pick her up, she was dropped off here
    	at work last Wednesday and her new Mom picked her up Wednesday
    	night.  Katie is very sweet and has finally found her home.
    	Thanks Mary for taking her.  I know that you will all be happy
        together!
    
    	Regards,
    	Carole

hello all -

i am very happy to say that my maine coon, brigitte, has finally
found a new home (see note 3280.0)!

i just wanted to extend my thanks and gratitude to all the feliners
out there, especially to those who responded to my plea (brie says
"miaow"!). i think this notesfile is a terrific idea, and the 
people/kitties are just wonderful!!

thanks again!
kenny (& chloe - who misses her "sister")

I have a male Siamese Choc. Lynx who needs a home. He registered CFA and
is about 17 weeks old. I believe he is one of the new "Wedge Heads". He
doesn't have any kinks in his tail, and he has the white (pink) on his
nose that a lynx is supposed to have. His parents are both Champions, and
I believe he is a show quality cat also. Although I do not know as much as
I should about Siamese cats. He loves to be patted, and he purrs really 
loud. He meows loud too. He has spent most of his time hiding from my two
cats under a chair in my living room. He is just starting to get a little
braver and once in a while comes out to see them. He always uses the litter box
too. 

I live in Manchester NH. If anyone is interested please send me mail, as I
won't be able to log back into notes for a while.

    
    	My cousin was given a Siamese male, nuetered and all
    	four declaw, to `watch for a month or so'. This was
    	over a year ago. His owner, who had relocated, has now
    	given his consent for the cat to go to a permanent
    	home. My cousin doesn't really wish to keep him. As far
    	as I know, he is about 2 yrs old, and does go outdoors.
    	
    	Anyone who is interested please send me mail. He is 
    	in the Worcester area, by the way...and there *may* 
    	be papers for him, I'm not certain.
    
    	Sherry
    

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    FREE KITTENS
    
    WHILE WALKING LAST WEEK WE CAME ACROSS TWO KITTENS THAT WERE DROPPED
    OFF ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD...NEAR TO THE WOODS. TWO DAYS LATER
    THEY WERE STILL THERE. SO BEING THE SUCKERS WE ARE...MY MOM BROUGHT
    THEM HOME DUE TO THE DROP AGAIN IN THE TEMP. AND THE SNOW THIS PAST
    WEEKEND. WE WOULD LIKE TO FIND A HOME FOR THEM. I AM ALREADY UP
    TO SIX AND CAN NOT KEEP ANY MORE.
    
    FEMALE: A SILKY GREY COLOR WITH A LITTLE WHITE ON HER TOES AND UNDER
    HER CHIN AND BELLY. TIMID...WOULD MAKE A GOOD MOUSER!
    
    MALE: HANDSOME GREY TIGER, VERY FRIENDLY WOULD MAKE A GOOD KIDS
    KITTEN.
    
    WE KEPT BOTH IN THE BARN FOR A FEW DAYS AND THEY LIKED THAT. THEY
    ARE NOW INDOORS AND ARE VERY WELL BEHAVE...THEY USE THE LITTER BOX
    AND HAVE THEIR OWN CHAIR.
    
    THEY ARE BOTH VERY HEALTHY LOOKING WITH GOOD COATS.
    
    A GOOD HOME A MUST....
    
    CONTACT     LUDWIG::ROCK
    DTN 225-5110
    

    
    	My wife's uncle passed away last week and his only companion
    is left without someone to fend for her.  Unfortunately we have
    two dogs and one likes to eat cats for snacks.  So we're looking
    for an adoptive home for her.
    
    	The particulars:
    
    	Location:	Peabody, Mass.
    	Gender:		Female, spayed.
    	Age:		=~ 9 years
    	Hair:		Short
    	Coat:		Silky black
    	Breed:		American Shorthair
    	Size:		Small
    	Traits:		Loving and affectionate
    	Family life:	She has lived with my Father-in-law and Uncle
    			for all of her adult life.  My father-in-law
    			passed away in December and uncle last week.
    			What I'm saying is: she has always lived with
    			adults.  She hasn't lived with children, but
    			she is an affectionate cat, so who knows?
    	Anything else:	She comes with her own scratching post and she
    			will have all her current shots.
    
    	If anyone would like to offer Blackie(I know not too original)
    	a nice home please RSVP via Mail.  I am located in Merrimack,
    	NH.
    
    	CSS::MCQUADE
    	DTN: 264-7689
    
    	Thank you,
    
    	Kevin
     

    We have a male sealpoint appleheaded siamese that has been hanging
    around our neighborhood for awhile.  Recently I noticed that he
    had been injured in a fight, he is unneutered at the present time.
    He now has a very large wound on his back from the resulting ruptured
    abcess.  I have been doing the best that I can to take care of his
    wounds, short of taking him to the vet myself, which I cannot afford
    to do right now.  A door to door search of our neighborhood didn't
    turn up any clues as to who owns him.
    
    I am going to continue to treat him for his abcess, and hope that
    I can come up with the money to have him neutered, while still trying
    to find an owner.  But, it occured to me that if some one does own
    him, they aren't taking very good care of him.  It is hard to miss
    the 1 inch by 2 inch whole in his back right now.  The cat needs
    help.  So, if there is anyone that would be interested in adopting
    this cat, please let me know.
    
    The cat is very sweet and affectionate.  He allowed me to pour peroxide
    into this wound, which undoubtedly hurt him, without trying to claw
    or bite me.  I was also able to get some antibiotics down him without
    so much as a struggle on his part.  He did run away for a minute
    or two while the peroxide did it's thing, but he came right back
    to me to let me do it again.  Once neutered, this guy would make
    someone a lovely pet.  
    
    I am going to continue to try and find his owner, and to treat his
    wounds, but any of you that would be interested in learning more
    about him, send mail.  
    
    I am located at WR2FOR::CORDESBRO_JO.  I work in the Santa Clara,
    CA office.  I live in Morgan Hill, CA.
    
    Jo

    Thanks to a very generous donation from a fellow Feliner, the
    appleheaded Siamese in the previous note is at the vet right now
    being neutered and patched up.  He has had his leukemia test, and
    it came back negative.  Once I get him back, I will vaccinate him
    for Rhino, Calici, and Panleukopenia, and then he will be ready
    for adoption.
    
    This cat is a love.  I would really like to see him get a loving
    permanent home, where his people would take better care of him than
    he has had up until recently.  He is a seal point Siamese, he is
    probably a couple of years old, and he has the most endearing kinks
    in his tail.  His eye color is very nice, clear blue.  
    
    Please send mail for more information.  If you know anyone who might
    be interested, let me know.  With the upsurge in popularity of the
    older style siamese, I am hoping that we can find him a good home
    without too much trouble.  I am also taking suggestions for good
    names for him.  Afterall, we can't keep calling him "stray kitty"
    forever! :^)
    
    Jo

    The sealpoint Siamese I posted an adoption note for yesterday (now
    deleted) has been reunited with her owners!  I had filed a report
    with the Worcester Animal Rescue League, and her owners called me
    yesterday at home, and left a message on our machine.  When I returned
    the call, the woman described the kitty to a T, and was on her way
    over with her son, distraught to have lost her (she is a 14yr old
    indoor cat, who accidentally slipped out).  The reunion they had
    was tearjerking!  I was reimbursed the expense of the vet, and given
    a $50 reward.
    
    Very happy ending to what could have been a sad story had my husband
    not stopped to help her.  He didn't want to let her go, it is so
    easy to get attached after only 2 days.
    
    :^)
    
    --Roberta
    
    
    

			WANTED

	I would like to adopt a calico kitten. I live in Shirley and 
work in DLB ( Marlboro ).

				Arnie
DTN 291-8875
AISG::POLIKOFF
Home (508) 425-9888
    

    I recently moved from an apartment to my own home so I am now able
    to have pets.  I would like to adopt two kittens.  I will give them
    a loving home, plenty of attention and visits to the vet as needed
    and they will be neutered when the time comes.  If you know of anyone
    trying to place some kittens, please contact me at DTN 264-1531
    or XCUSME::KENDRICK.  
    
    Oh yeah, I live in Milford, NH and work in Merrimack. 
    
    Thanks for you help.
    
    Terry Kendrick
                  

    .656  Have you tried the Humane Society or perhaps Kitty Angels?
          # for Kitty Angels in Tyngsboro, MA is 508-649-4681.
    

    Also, see note 415.650.
    

    Re: .653 and .654
    
    Jst in case there is some confusion about the two
    adjacent notes about "sealpoint siamese needs home" and "sealpoint
    siamese has found home", these are two different cats.  The
    siamese in .653 still needs a home.
    

    insert
    
    
    SAVE THIS CAT!!
    
    My co-worker has a medium-sized, all white-haired cat hanging
    around her apartment.  Apparently he has weathered the entire winter
    outdoors and uncared for.  Ann is moving in 7 days and I am hoping she
    can find a home for this abandoned cat who doesn't deserve to die this
    way.  
      
    I can't take him.  I have three cats of my own and am always taking in
    strays (the word is out).  Would someone pleeeeeeze have a heart and
    adopt this male (possibly) cat?    
    
    You can give Ann a call at 276-8593.  Thank you somebody.
    
      

    I have been approached by someone who wants a kitten as companion
    for her grandmother.   She and I are in the Reading UK area if anyone
    has any kittens or prospective kittens.  VMS mail SUBURB::TUDORK
    or Kate Tudor @RGM.
                       
    BTW I have tried to talk her into a mature cat - without success
    at the moment.     
    
    Kate

    
    My friends cat has just had a litter of 3 kittens.  There is one all
    grey female w/ double paws and two black (one male, one female).
    
    ONe of the black ones has a tiny patch of white under it's chin and
    a tiny white tip on it's tail.  Mommy is solid black with medium-long
    fine and silky hair.
    
    These kittens will be ready for new home May 11th.  If your interested,
    let me know - and I'll have her call you.  Oh yeah, these kittens
    are in GRafton MA.
    
    

    I am looking for a kitten:  preferably, female, short-haired, orange
    tiger.  But I also like grey tigers!
    
    Let me know if you hear of any,
    Dawn
    

    Dawn-
    
    Are you the Dawn Rezel from NU????
    
    Her other kitten is due in a few weeks.....she might have some tigers
    in that litter...

    I had just created a really detailed entry and VAXWRK burped..
    
    Here goes...
    
    4 beautiful black/brown tiger kittens available the first week in May.
    Sexes are yet to be determined.
    
    Mom is a sweetie, well taken care of ex-stray who tested negative for
    feline leukemia.  
    
    The kittens are located at my parents, Dot and Vic, in Billerica, MA.
    They can be reached at (508)663-3889.  If you have trouble reaching
    them, you can send me VAXmail or call me at DTN 223-3847.
    
    Hope this one makes it...
    

    Beautiful, stray, long-haired orange tabby for adoption.  
    Very lovable and affectionate!  Not sure yet of gender, age or 
    alter status.  
    
    I'd love to keep her/him, but we're definitely at our cat max.  
    Poor dear looks like he/she's had a trying winter.  Willing to 
    negotiate for financial "aid" in veterinary care/leukemia
    testing/altering if I can find a loving home.
    
    If even the least bit intrigued, please send mail to USADEC::SCOTT.
    "Butterscotch" looks forward to hearing from you!
    
    Meow, Paula

    I am interested in getting a himalayan in the near future.  Does
    anyone know of reliable himalayan breeders that I might contact?
    
    Thanks!
    
    Lois

    I don't know where you live but, our Ming came from a wonderful
    breeder in Littleton, Mass.
    
    If you are interested write to me at: RAGDOL::IVES and I will be
    glad to give you her name and address.
    
    She has sealpoint, lilacpoint, and bluepoint.
    
    Barbara