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
We have an #adoptionupdate from Hanna who adopted Bob and Pearl in October 2023. They had recently lost their senior cat and were looking for a bonded pair of kittens. Bob and Pearl were from the same litter, they saw them sleeping together in a kitten room at CCS, and knew they had to bring them home!
“We moved to Kansas about 6 months ago and they are absolutely loving their new home. We are so happy to give them more space to explore and play with each other. They love to look out the windows and watch all of the critters in the backyard.
“Bob and Pearl are the best cats we could’ve asked for. They love to play with string toys, springs, and each other! They love their crunchy treats and their Churus. Bob is the biggest cuddle bug and has never met a stranger. Pearl is our hunter and protector, but has really opened up to us as she’s gotten older.
“We adopted Bob and Pearl when they were 3.5 months old and we are about to celebrate their 2nd birthdays on 7/15! They make our house a home and we built a catio specifically for them to enjoy the outdoors!”
Please wish Bob and Pearl a happy birthday from all of us at 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 Janette who adopted Mayan (now Luca) this past April! Janette came to the shelter looking for a black kitten and she found one!
“He is adjusting very well with his sister ‘Esme,’ who we adopted from you, too!
“Luca loves toys and cuddles with me and his partner in crime, Esme. He is eating well and loves running around and making Esme chase 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 Cas who adopted Casper (now Toast)! They were looking for a social cat who could be a buddy to their cat, Thelma. Thelma was beginning to show signs of loneliness so they wanted to adopt a second kitty to give her some companionship.
“Toast was definitely shy when we brought him home. He was very shy and did not like to be touched, but after a week of gentle introductions to us and Thelma, he started to come out of his shell! He has adjusted well to our home and is still gaining courage and overcoming his shyness.
“He has been doing really well! He loves to snuggle all day and night, and play with our other cat. He only had a few teeth and limited vision, but neither of his conditions hold him back from being a goofy, lovable cat! He is VERY chatty and expresses himself through lots of meowing, chirping, and making small noises- he always has something to say! He enjoys playing with small shiny toys, and trying to steal food right off of our plates.
“We would like to thank CCS for taking the time to meet his medical needs before we brought him home. He was definitely in pain for a while there due to having multiple teeth pulled, but he is enjoying life now! We would like others who are interested in adopting cats with disabilities like Toast’s to not be afraid—many cats (like Toast!) live really normal lives!”
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 Alyssa who adopted Bella this past April! Alyssa wasn’t looking for any particular kind of cat when she visited CCS but Bella was the right fit and has adjusted very well!
“She was eating and drinking just fine and using her litter box as soon as I brought her home. She seemed very happy right away.
“She’s been doing wonderful. When I adopted her she was having a severe allergy issue and I’m happy to say that with the medication and prescription food it has cleared up. Her paws have stopped hurting and have cleared up, her hair stopped coming out in small clumps, and she is no longer super itchy. Bella is also at a healthy weight and is eating very well. She loves to cuddle and is always on my lap when I’m reading, gaming, or doing homework. She hops in bed with me every night as well and snuggles up with my hand all night long.
“She loves lounging around on her favorite chair and even comes to my church and hangs out every once in a while when I’m working on things. The only downside is I’m pretty sure many of my friends now only come over to snuggle with her rather than hang out with me :).
“I’m so grateful the Cat Care Society put so much effort into treating her so that once I brought her home she would be set up for success. She’s such a wonderful cat and deserves a fun and happy life despite her health issues.”
Thank you, Alyssa! We appreciate your kind words and for giving Bella such a loving home.
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 Karli who adopted Mirabella (now Isabella Bébé, Izzy for short) this past May! Karli was thinking of getting a kitten since she hadn’t had one in 15 years as she had just lost her little lady in January. After a few visits to shelters to give some cats some love that may need extra affection and love, she came to CCS and appreciated that we have wonderful cats to adopt at all ages and stages of life.
“Izzy is so in love with her new life. She has been thriving and she’s quite the affectionate cuddle monster! She follows me into every room and is right by my side. She loves crawling up to my face and snuggling my nose. She has such a sweet loving soul.
“Izzy loves using me as a jungle gym and she’s quite active after she’s had her au jus chicken or salmon food. She loves playing with her catnip banana and looking outside when I have my front door open. She loves basking in the sun!
“Thank you CCS for creating such a relaxed environment to roam and cuddle the cats in your shelter. The staff was informative and answered ANY questions I had in regards to her records, her health and the whole adoption process. I’m so grateful to know you all!”
We appreciate YOU Karli and your kind words!
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 Hanna who adopted Bob and Pearl in October 2023. They had recently lost their senior cat and were looking for a bonded pair of kittens. Bob and Pearl were from the same litter, they saw them sleeping together in a kitten room at CCS, and knew they had to bring them home!
“We moved to Kansas about 6 months ago and they are absolutely loving their new home. We are so happy to give them more space to explore and play with each other. They love to look out the windows and watch all of the critters in the backyard.
“Bob and Pearl are the best cats we could’ve asked for. They love to play with string toys, springs, and each other! They love their crunchy treats and their Churus. Bob is the biggest cuddle bug and has never met a stranger. Pearl is our hunter and protector, but has really opened up to us as she’s gotten older.
“We adopted Bob and Pearl when they were 3.5 months old and we are about to celebrate their 2nd birthdays on 7/15! They make our house a home and we built a catio specifically for them to enjoy the outdoors!”
Please wish Bob and Pearl a happy birthday from all of us at 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 Janette who adopted Mayan (now Luca) this past April! Janette came to the shelter looking for a black kitten and she found one!
“He is adjusting very well with his sister ‘Esme,’ who we adopted from you, too!
“Luca loves toys and cuddles with me and his partner in crime, Esme. He is eating well and loves running around and making Esme chase 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 Cas who adopted Casper (now Toast)! They were looking for a social cat who could be a buddy to their cat, Thelma. Thelma was beginning to show signs of loneliness so they wanted to adopt a second kitty to give her some companionship.
“Toast was definitely shy when we brought him home. He was very shy and did not like to be touched, but after a week of gentle introductions to us and Thelma, he started to come out of his shell! He has adjusted well to our home and is still gaining courage and overcoming his shyness.
“He has been doing really well! He loves to snuggle all day and night, and play with our other cat. He only had a few teeth and limited vision, but neither of his conditions hold him back from being a goofy, lovable cat! He is VERY chatty and expresses himself through lots of meowing, chirping, and making small noises- he always has something to say! He enjoys playing with small shiny toys, and trying to steal food right off of our plates.
“We would like to thank CCS for taking the time to meet his medical needs before we brought him home. He was definitely in pain for a while there due to having multiple teeth pulled, but he is enjoying life now! We would like others who are interested in adopting cats with disabilities like Toast’s to not be afraid—many cats (like Toast!) live really normal lives!”
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 Alyssa who adopted Bella this past April! Alyssa wasn’t looking for any particular kind of cat when she visited CCS but Bella was the right fit and has adjusted very well!
“She was eating and drinking just fine and using her litter box as soon as I brought her home. She seemed very happy right away.
“She’s been doing wonderful. When I adopted her she was having a severe allergy issue and I’m happy to say that with the medication and prescription food it has cleared up. Her paws have stopped hurting and have cleared up, her hair stopped coming out in small clumps, and she is no longer super itchy. Bella is also at a healthy weight and is eating very well. She loves to cuddle and is always on my lap when I’m reading, gaming, or doing homework. She hops in bed with me every night as well and snuggles up with my hand all night long.
“She loves lounging around on her favorite chair and even comes to my church and hangs out every once in a while when I’m working on things. The only downside is I’m pretty sure many of my friends now only come over to snuggle with her rather than hang out with me :).
“I’m so grateful the Cat Care Society put so much effort into treating her so that once I brought her home she would be set up for success. She’s such a wonderful cat and deserves a fun and happy life despite her health issues.”
Thank you, Alyssa! We appreciate your kind words and for giving Bella such a loving home.
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 Karli who adopted Mirabella (now Isabella Bébé, Izzy for short) this past May! Karli was thinking of getting a kitten since she hadn’t had one in 15 years as she had just lost her little lady in January. After a few visits to shelters to give some cats some love that may need extra affection and love, she came to CCS and appreciated that we have wonderful cats to adopt at all ages and stages of life.
“Izzy is so in love with her new life. She has been thriving and she’s quite the affectionate cuddle monster! She follows me into every room and is right by my side. She loves crawling up to my face and snuggling my nose. She has such a sweet loving soul.
“Izzy loves using me as a jungle gym and she’s quite active after she’s had her au jus chicken or salmon food. She loves playing with her catnip banana and looking outside when I have my front door open. She loves basking in the sun!
“Thank you CCS for creating such a relaxed environment to roam and cuddle the cats in your shelter. The staff was informative and answered ANY questions I had in regards to her records, her health and the whole adoption process. I’m so grateful to know you all!”
We appreciate YOU Karli and your kind words!
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.
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