Successful Adoption Stories
We are so grateful to the hundreds of families and individuals each year who welcome one of the Cat Care Society cats into their homes. Check up on how the cats are doing now and see the positive impact that these adopters made on our furry friends.
Read These Recent Success Stories
When Gizmo arrived at Cat Care Society, he was a tiny kitten fighting a very big battle. He’d already undergone surgery at another shelter for what was believed to be a congenital intestinal condition. But something still wasn’t right.
Our veterinary team dug deeper. Through ultrasounds and testing, we discovered that one of Gizmo’s kidneys had been severely damaged…so enlarged, it was taking up most of the space inside his abdomen. Our team performed a lifesaving surgery to remove the failing kidney.
Then, Gizmo went into foster care with one of our technicians, Jennie, who provided attentive post-operative care. This dedicated foster noticed that something was still wrong; Gizmo was experiencing pain when trying to use the litterbox.
Gizmo was diagnosed with a rectal constriction, and our team performed procedures to gently break down scar tissue and improve his comfort.
“If you look at Gizmo on paper, this cat is a trainwreck. But then you look at the cat and he’s a normal kitty. He flew through his procedures, bounced right back, he’s super resilient. We don’t just look at what’s going on with the cat on paper. We really value quality of life.” -Dr. Cecily Palamara, Chief Veterinarian
Gizmo’s story isn’t just about medical care. It’s about collaboration.
It took a united effort to give Gizmo a second chance. Each person a vital piece of the puzzle. From veterinary staff and foster caregivers to adoption counselors, adopters, and generous donors like you, every role fit together to complete the picture of his recovery.
The final piece of the puzzle, our team worked closely with a prospective adopter, ensuring she fully understood Gizmo’s unique needs. She met with Dr. Palamara before finalizing the adoption to learn how to care for him.
Thanks to her commitment and the combined efforts of everyone along the way, Gizmo is surrounded by care and compassion as he embarks on the next chapter of his journey.
“Gizmo has been loving life since coming home, eating voraciously, learning how to climb up the jungle gym kitty furniture, watching all the birds, and chasing and annoying his new brother,” says Gizmo’s adopter, Meg.
“It became obvious pretty quickly that he’s a reliable little guy who chooses to stay close to his people, and who knows his name and comes when called. He’s been so happy and active, with his medical conditions so well under control, that he’s successfully weaned off of the comfort medications that he was on in the shelter (with his new vet’s approval), and hasn’t seemed to miss them!”
At Cat Care Society, our relationship with adopters is a true partnership. Thanks to donors like you, we’re able to not only provide advanced medical diagnostics, procedures, and treatment for cats like Gizmo, but also equip adopters with the tools they need for success.
We give adopters thorough medical records, personalized education about their cat’s care, and provide food and medication to help ease the transition into their new home.
On paper, Gizmo is what some might call a complicated case. But to us, he’s a joyful, resilient kitten who deserved a chance to live without pain and with dignity.
Your donations are an important piece of the puzzle, enabling us to provide the tools, treatments, education, and support that make stories like this possible. Will you make a gift today to help more cats like Gizmo receive the care and compassion they deserve?
Thank you for being an essential part of this collaborative effort.
– EC Michaels
We have an #adoptionupdate from Pornnatcha who adopted Aster (now White Basil) this past May! Pornnatcha visited the shelter about twice a week to play with all the cats without a specific cat in mind to adopt, until they saw Aster on our Cat Care Society website. He was just so cute that they fell in love.
“Everything goes well. He is adaptable and playful. Everything is normal. He likes playing with humans more than playing with all the toys that we have for him. A little sneeze happened after three days of adoption but getting better right now. He is playful and needs everyone’s attention. Eating a lot and drinking a lot as well. Thank you for this wonderful angel!!!”
Have you adopted from CCS in the past? We’d love to hear how it’s going! Send us your adoption success stories (and photos!) to be featured in our #adoptionupdate series on social media or on our website.
We have an #adoptionupdate from Monet who adopted Popcorn (now Alice after Alice in Wonderland) this past April! Monet was looking for a friend for her other cat and discovered Alice online after visiting a few other cats and waiting to find the right fit for their family.
“She has adjusted well. She has even become a little talker and loves to talk all the time. She loves to sleep under the couch, in my son’s room, or in the cabinets. We love all the ball toys and to pounce and place chase.
“Alice and our cat, Muffin, have become the best of friends. She has become such a valued part of our family. She loves to steal the kids’ goldfish and grab feet from under the couch.”
Have you adopted from CCS in the past? We’d love to hear how it’s going! Send us your adoption success stories (and photos!) to be featured in our #adoptionupdate series on social media or on our website.
We have an #adoptionupdate from Nia who adopted Oliver this past April! Nia wasn’t looking for a specific cat when she started her search for a cat to add to her family, but when Nia saw Oliver on the CCS website, she fell in love. So, when she came to visit CCS, she was looking for Oliver, specifically. Oliver comes when he’s called by his name, so they decided to keep it, plus she just loves it.
“He has adjusted very well and very quickly! He made himself right at home. He lays with my dog and myself on my couch like he’s been there his whole life. He runs around and plays and snuggles up to me always.
“He’s been doing great! He’s been very happy and healthy so far – despite one time of throwing up because I changed his food too quickly but the vet said he should be fine and he has been since then! He eats in the morning and then in the afternoon when I get home from work – the same time as my dog. He loves his laser pointer and his little wand toy, but mostly he loves lounging around and napping all day! I think that’s his favorite pastime. He does enjoy going outside on his leash, though.
“I just appreciate your help finding my new little love. ❤ He was just the perfect addition to my little family and both him and I couldn’t be happier.”
Have you adopted from CCS in the past? We’d love to hear how it’s going! Send us your adoption success stories (and photos!) to be featured in our #adoptionupdate series on social media or on our website.
We have an #adoptionupdate from Kelly who adopted Izzy (now Bob) in July 2023! Kelly came to CCS looking for a cat to be a friend to their big black cat, Poe, as well as be an active member of the family, including hanging out with their two young children.
“Bob loves the chaos of family life. He is a great family cat, helps convince Poe it’s good to be an indoor cat and is my most favorite coworker in my home office.
“Bob is doing great. He loves my home office and is a very motivating coworker spending most of his day on my lap convincing me I can stay and finish one more project each day. He loves to play with big brother Poe and loves playing with the kids, making sure they are headed to bed timely and saving his pillow for him.”
Have you adopted from CCS in the past? We’d love to hear how it’s going! Send us your adoption success stories (and photos!) to be featured in our #adoptionupdate series on social media or on our website.
We have an #adoptionupdate from Kristin who adopted Babette (now Momo) this past February! She saw Momo online, had a good feeling, and arrived early to CCS to find her playing in a tub. Her personality seemed different from other cats, so they decided to get her. Her son chose Momo and she embodies everything they were hoping for and is a kindred spirit with their last cat. They look nothing alike but their Siamese breed has proved similar characteristics. They were very used to having a vocal cat at home, and Momo will even give out a cute meow every time they leave a room to let you know she is displeased!
Kristin’s son says, “She has been adjusting to our house very quickly while getting more playful and snugly every day.”
Kristin says, “Momo is quirky – she loves to have her paws pet, sit cross-legged, and her favorite toys are a red string and a stuffed mango. And she hasn’t lost her voice! – she is ‘meowy’ and very intelligent.
“My son renamed Babette to “Momo” immediately – as she looks like Momo, the flying lemur, from the cartoon series Avatar. Striped tail and all. She is absolutely a little lemur and leaps to grab your arm with her front paws for head scratches. The name means “peach,” matching her forehead fur patch. In Avatar, Momo represents a loyal companion, a long life, and the spirit of the loss of a group of people. We found Momo after a significant loss of our 17yo cat, who was similar to Momo in some ways given they are both part Siamese. Any worries of how getting a new cat would feel melted away the minute we met her. We love her so much, and we are so thankful to the CCS.”
Have you adopted from CCS in the past? We’d love to hear how it’s going! Send us your adoption success stories (and photos!) to be featured in our #adoptionupdate series on social media or on our website.
We have an #adoptionupdate from Alex who adopted Yumi in February 2025!
“We (my fiancé, Ben & I) were looking for a longer term CCS resident with more special needs than the average cat, but who enjoyed the company of others since we already have two extroverted pets. That being said, we never quite expected to adopt a cat struggling with incontinence, but once we met Yumi there was no going back. She immediately felt like ours!
“Yumi is self-assured, smart, and affectionate. She seems very happy and comfortable in our home (even though she sometimes gets annoyed with her new brother, Fudge, and lets him know immediately)…and we couldn’t be happier to have her with us!
“There was certainly a learning curve involved with Yumi’s care – but CCS did a great job of setting us up for success! We now feel like pros only one month later and Yumi’s morning / night routine (expressing her bladder, giving her dinner, administering medication, and cleaning her up if needed) takes 5-10 mins tops!
“This girl is a LOUNGER – she sleeps most of the day on a big cozy bed, but also enjoys playing with her brothers (1 dog, 1 cat), going to town on a scratch pad, gazing outside, and snuggling up next to us. She’s also a huge fan of meal and treat time – just like her brothers.
“I would have never felt comfortable adopting a cat with Yumi’s level of care without the help and guidance of CCS. But seriously, it’s been so much easier than I ever expected and getting to take care of Miss Yumi is something we’ll always be grateful for. Thank you for all the amazing work you do getting cats into loving homes.”
Have you adopted from CCS in the past? We’d love to hear how it’s going! Send us your adoption success stories (and photos!) to be featured in our #adoptionupdate series on social media or on our website.
We have an #adoptionupdate from Olivia who adopted Apple (now Pepper) this past January! Olivia wasn’t looking for any particular type of cat; when she met the right one, she would know.
“She adjusted within an hour of coming home. She is so at home here! She drinks lots of water and eats at her own pace when I feed her morning and night. She’s a big snuggler and always sleeps in bed with me which I absolutely love! Her favorite toys are her purple mouse that she loses all the time, her tunnel, and this wire toy with brown paper at the end (it was $3 and Petco and she goes crazy for it!) and of course, pen caps, and other random things she gets her paws on haha.
“She is so vocal and chatty, and she does this thing where she boxes my legs when I walk by her. It’s very funny. We snuggle on the couch every night and she’s such a lover. I love my Pepper girl!”
Have you adopted from CCS in the past? We’d love to hear how it’s going! Send us your adoption success stories (and photos!) to be featured in our #adoptionupdate series on social media or on our website.
We have an #adoptionupdate from Shannon who adopted Priscilla (now Princess, because she acts like royalty), this past January! Shannon wasn’t looking for a specific type of cat, just one on the younger side that could warm up and feel comfortable around her.
“In the recent weeks, Princess has gained so much confidence. When she first arrived to her new home, she was extremely anxious, not willing to play or cuddle much. Now, she loves to play, cuddle, and sunbathe in the window. She is constantly by my side!
“From the first day in her new home, Princess had no problem eating or sleeping. At first she was very timid about playing as we were first getting to know each other. Now, Princess loves anything with a string attached to it. She loves to practice her hunting skill on small mice toys and she absolutely loves a belly scratch when the time is right. Princess doesn’t mind her toe nails being trimmed but is not too happy about her back feet being touched. She also does not like to be picked up and held. I respect this boundary of hers and allow her the space to be comfortable in hopes that someday she might let me pick her up for a snuggle. 🙂
“I’m so grateful for Cat Care Society. I can’t imagine how I lived so long without a companion like Princess. She’s smart, sassy, and incredibly loving. The adoption process was so extremely simple but I felt like they really cared about making sure Princess was going to a home that she would succeed in. They made sure to include her health history and a note from her previous owner which was very helpful. CCS was recommended to me by a friend with a successful adoption story and I will continue to recommend it for all who are looking to add a furry best friend to their life. THANK YOU!”
Have you adopted from CCS in the past? We’d love to hear how it’s going! Send us your adoption success stories (and photos!) to be featured in our #adoptionupdate series on social media or on our website.
When Gizmo arrived at Cat Care Society, he was a tiny kitten fighting a very big battle. He’d already undergone surgery at another shelter for what was believed to be a congenital intestinal condition. But something still wasn’t right.
Our veterinary team dug deeper. Through ultrasounds and testing, we discovered that one of Gizmo’s kidneys had been severely damaged…so enlarged, it was taking up most of the space inside his abdomen. Our team performed a lifesaving surgery to remove the failing kidney.
Then, Gizmo went into foster care with one of our technicians, Jennie, who provided attentive post-operative care. This dedicated foster noticed that something was still wrong; Gizmo was experiencing pain when trying to use the litterbox.
Gizmo was diagnosed with a rectal constriction, and our team performed procedures to gently break down scar tissue and improve his comfort.
“If you look at Gizmo on paper, this cat is a trainwreck. But then you look at the cat and he’s a normal kitty. He flew through his procedures, bounced right back, he’s super resilient. We don’t just look at what’s going on with the cat on paper. We really value quality of life.” -Dr. Cecily Palamara, Chief Veterinarian
Gizmo’s story isn’t just about medical care. It’s about collaboration.
It took a united effort to give Gizmo a second chance. Each person a vital piece of the puzzle. From veterinary staff and foster caregivers to adoption counselors, adopters, and generous donors like you, every role fit together to complete the picture of his recovery.
The final piece of the puzzle, our team worked closely with a prospective adopter, ensuring she fully understood Gizmo’s unique needs. She met with Dr. Palamara before finalizing the adoption to learn how to care for him.
Thanks to her commitment and the combined efforts of everyone along the way, Gizmo is surrounded by care and compassion as he embarks on the next chapter of his journey.
“Gizmo has been loving life since coming home, eating voraciously, learning how to climb up the jungle gym kitty furniture, watching all the birds, and chasing and annoying his new brother,” says Gizmo’s adopter, Meg.
“It became obvious pretty quickly that he’s a reliable little guy who chooses to stay close to his people, and who knows his name and comes when called. He’s been so happy and active, with his medical conditions so well under control, that he’s successfully weaned off of the comfort medications that he was on in the shelter (with his new vet’s approval), and hasn’t seemed to miss them!”
At Cat Care Society, our relationship with adopters is a true partnership. Thanks to donors like you, we’re able to not only provide advanced medical diagnostics, procedures, and treatment for cats like Gizmo, but also equip adopters with the tools they need for success.
We give adopters thorough medical records, personalized education about their cat’s care, and provide food and medication to help ease the transition into their new home.
On paper, Gizmo is what some might call a complicated case. But to us, he’s a joyful, resilient kitten who deserved a chance to live without pain and with dignity.
Your donations are an important piece of the puzzle, enabling us to provide the tools, treatments, education, and support that make stories like this possible. Will you make a gift today to help more cats like Gizmo receive the care and compassion they deserve?
Thank you for being an essential part of this collaborative effort.
– EC Michaels
We have an #adoptionupdate from Pornnatcha who adopted Aster (now White Basil) this past May! Pornnatcha visited the shelter about twice a week to play with all the cats without a specific cat in mind to adopt, until they saw Aster on our Cat Care Society website. He was just so cute that they fell in love.
“Everything goes well. He is adaptable and playful. Everything is normal. He likes playing with humans more than playing with all the toys that we have for him. A little sneeze happened after three days of adoption but getting better right now. He is playful and needs everyone’s attention. Eating a lot and drinking a lot as well. Thank you for this wonderful angel!!!”
Have you adopted from CCS in the past? We’d love to hear how it’s going! Send us your adoption success stories (and photos!) to be featured in our #adoptionupdate series on social media or on our website.
We have an #adoptionupdate from Monet who adopted Popcorn (now Alice after Alice in Wonderland) this past April! Monet was looking for a friend for her other cat and discovered Alice online after visiting a few other cats and waiting to find the right fit for their family.
“She has adjusted well. She has even become a little talker and loves to talk all the time. She loves to sleep under the couch, in my son’s room, or in the cabinets. We love all the ball toys and to pounce and place chase.
“Alice and our cat, Muffin, have become the best of friends. She has become such a valued part of our family. She loves to steal the kids’ goldfish and grab feet from under the couch.”
Have you adopted from CCS in the past? We’d love to hear how it’s going! Send us your adoption success stories (and photos!) to be featured in our #adoptionupdate series on social media or on our website.
We have an #adoptionupdate from Nia who adopted Oliver this past April! Nia wasn’t looking for a specific cat when she started her search for a cat to add to her family, but when Nia saw Oliver on the CCS website, she fell in love. So, when she came to visit CCS, she was looking for Oliver, specifically. Oliver comes when he’s called by his name, so they decided to keep it, plus she just loves it.
“He has adjusted very well and very quickly! He made himself right at home. He lays with my dog and myself on my couch like he’s been there his whole life. He runs around and plays and snuggles up to me always.
“He’s been doing great! He’s been very happy and healthy so far – despite one time of throwing up because I changed his food too quickly but the vet said he should be fine and he has been since then! He eats in the morning and then in the afternoon when I get home from work – the same time as my dog. He loves his laser pointer and his little wand toy, but mostly he loves lounging around and napping all day! I think that’s his favorite pastime. He does enjoy going outside on his leash, though.
“I just appreciate your help finding my new little love. ❤ He was just the perfect addition to my little family and both him and I couldn’t be happier.”
Have you adopted from CCS in the past? We’d love to hear how it’s going! Send us your adoption success stories (and photos!) to be featured in our #adoptionupdate series on social media or on our website.
We have an #adoptionupdate from Kelly who adopted Izzy (now Bob) in July 2023! Kelly came to CCS looking for a cat to be a friend to their big black cat, Poe, as well as be an active member of the family, including hanging out with their two young children.
“Bob loves the chaos of family life. He is a great family cat, helps convince Poe it’s good to be an indoor cat and is my most favorite coworker in my home office.
“Bob is doing great. He loves my home office and is a very motivating coworker spending most of his day on my lap convincing me I can stay and finish one more project each day. He loves to play with big brother Poe and loves playing with the kids, making sure they are headed to bed timely and saving his pillow for him.”
Have you adopted from CCS in the past? We’d love to hear how it’s going! Send us your adoption success stories (and photos!) to be featured in our #adoptionupdate series on social media or on our website.
We have an #adoptionupdate from Kristin who adopted Babette (now Momo) this past February! She saw Momo online, had a good feeling, and arrived early to CCS to find her playing in a tub. Her personality seemed different from other cats, so they decided to get her. Her son chose Momo and she embodies everything they were hoping for and is a kindred spirit with their last cat. They look nothing alike but their Siamese breed has proved similar characteristics. They were very used to having a vocal cat at home, and Momo will even give out a cute meow every time they leave a room to let you know she is displeased!
Kristin’s son says, “She has been adjusting to our house very quickly while getting more playful and snugly every day.”
Kristin says, “Momo is quirky – she loves to have her paws pet, sit cross-legged, and her favorite toys are a red string and a stuffed mango. And she hasn’t lost her voice! – she is ‘meowy’ and very intelligent.
“My son renamed Babette to “Momo” immediately – as she looks like Momo, the flying lemur, from the cartoon series Avatar. Striped tail and all. She is absolutely a little lemur and leaps to grab your arm with her front paws for head scratches. The name means “peach,” matching her forehead fur patch. In Avatar, Momo represents a loyal companion, a long life, and the spirit of the loss of a group of people. We found Momo after a significant loss of our 17yo cat, who was similar to Momo in some ways given they are both part Siamese. Any worries of how getting a new cat would feel melted away the minute we met her. We love her so much, and we are so thankful to the CCS.”
Have you adopted from CCS in the past? We’d love to hear how it’s going! Send us your adoption success stories (and photos!) to be featured in our #adoptionupdate series on social media or on our website.
We have an #adoptionupdate from Alex who adopted Yumi in February 2025!
“We (my fiancé, Ben & I) were looking for a longer term CCS resident with more special needs than the average cat, but who enjoyed the company of others since we already have two extroverted pets. That being said, we never quite expected to adopt a cat struggling with incontinence, but once we met Yumi there was no going back. She immediately felt like ours!
“Yumi is self-assured, smart, and affectionate. She seems very happy and comfortable in our home (even though she sometimes gets annoyed with her new brother, Fudge, and lets him know immediately)…and we couldn’t be happier to have her with us!
“There was certainly a learning curve involved with Yumi’s care – but CCS did a great job of setting us up for success! We now feel like pros only one month later and Yumi’s morning / night routine (expressing her bladder, giving her dinner, administering medication, and cleaning her up if needed) takes 5-10 mins tops!
“This girl is a LOUNGER – she sleeps most of the day on a big cozy bed, but also enjoys playing with her brothers (1 dog, 1 cat), going to town on a scratch pad, gazing outside, and snuggling up next to us. She’s also a huge fan of meal and treat time – just like her brothers.
“I would have never felt comfortable adopting a cat with Yumi’s level of care without the help and guidance of CCS. But seriously, it’s been so much easier than I ever expected and getting to take care of Miss Yumi is something we’ll always be grateful for. Thank you for all the amazing work you do getting cats into loving homes.”
Have you adopted from CCS in the past? We’d love to hear how it’s going! Send us your adoption success stories (and photos!) to be featured in our #adoptionupdate series on social media or on our website.
We have an #adoptionupdate from Olivia who adopted Apple (now Pepper) this past January! Olivia wasn’t looking for any particular type of cat; when she met the right one, she would know.
“She adjusted within an hour of coming home. She is so at home here! She drinks lots of water and eats at her own pace when I feed her morning and night. She’s a big snuggler and always sleeps in bed with me which I absolutely love! Her favorite toys are her purple mouse that she loses all the time, her tunnel, and this wire toy with brown paper at the end (it was $3 and Petco and she goes crazy for it!) and of course, pen caps, and other random things she gets her paws on haha.
“She is so vocal and chatty, and she does this thing where she boxes my legs when I walk by her. It’s very funny. We snuggle on the couch every night and she’s such a lover. I love my Pepper girl!”
Have you adopted from CCS in the past? We’d love to hear how it’s going! Send us your adoption success stories (and photos!) to be featured in our #adoptionupdate series on social media or on our website.
We have an #adoptionupdate from Shannon who adopted Priscilla (now Princess, because she acts like royalty), this past January! Shannon wasn’t looking for a specific type of cat, just one on the younger side that could warm up and feel comfortable around her.
“In the recent weeks, Princess has gained so much confidence. When she first arrived to her new home, she was extremely anxious, not willing to play or cuddle much. Now, she loves to play, cuddle, and sunbathe in the window. She is constantly by my side!
“From the first day in her new home, Princess had no problem eating or sleeping. At first she was very timid about playing as we were first getting to know each other. Now, Princess loves anything with a string attached to it. She loves to practice her hunting skill on small mice toys and she absolutely loves a belly scratch when the time is right. Princess doesn’t mind her toe nails being trimmed but is not too happy about her back feet being touched. She also does not like to be picked up and held. I respect this boundary of hers and allow her the space to be comfortable in hopes that someday she might let me pick her up for a snuggle. 🙂
“I’m so grateful for Cat Care Society. I can’t imagine how I lived so long without a companion like Princess. She’s smart, sassy, and incredibly loving. The adoption process was so extremely simple but I felt like they really cared about making sure Princess was going to a home that she would succeed in. They made sure to include her health history and a note from her previous owner which was very helpful. CCS was recommended to me by a friend with a successful adoption story and I will continue to recommend it for all who are looking to add a furry best friend to their life. THANK YOU!”
Have you adopted from CCS in the past? We’d love to hear how it’s going! Send us your adoption success stories (and photos!) to be featured in our #adoptionupdate series on social media or on our website.
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