Conference misery::feline

Hi All.

   Maybe we should start a separate WANTED note...

Anyway.  I'm looking to adopt a female kitten.  Preferably between 6 and 12 weeks
old.  I live/work in Nashua NH.

Send me mail if you've got any info on one. (Give .19 first dibs, though,
since that note got in here first)

Dave Weiss
(TLE::WEISS)
dtn 381-0058

    (If this is in the wrong note, moderator please move...thanks.)
    
    Wanted:  one butterscotch-colored kitten for my 7 year old son. He's
    very specific about the coloring. I am willing to pay a reasonable 
    amount of $, however, I'd love a free one. We are a one-cat (already)
    household (and Mittens is VERY happy!) so we can provide a very good
    home for a new kitty. If we don't find one for Christmas, his birthday
    is Feb. 3rd, so we'll try again for that date.
    
    (I have already tried the local shelter but they did not have a
    butterscotch colored kitten.)
    
    thanks in advance and Happy Holidays!
    
    Nora McCarthy
    223-3898
    WEDOIT::NMCCARTHY

    Cheryl -
    
    I loved your note. Lea sounds definately like she is/would be
    the queen of the palace.
    
    I know you said short hair but then you mentioned a purr machine
    also.  There are TWO 5 year old Himalayans male, neutered cats
    declawed in the front and up to date on their shots who are
    looking for a home. (Being the owner of two of these purr boxes
    as well as being very partial to this breed) I would highly re-
    commend them. They are layed back and very little fazes them
    (So they get along with other cats well) and take little time
    to accustom themselves to their new household.
    
    They are listed under the title of cats looking for homes.
    
    Let us know when you decide and what you get. Oh boys, another
    older cat who is going to be adopted.
    
    Barbara & her 3M's

    I got a kick out of you saying that you liked your "laid back
    persian" and that your first choice for a new cat was an Aby.
    Talk about extreems!!  Persians are at one end of the energy
    spectrum and Abys are at the other.
      :^)
    

    Gee, I'd have to disagree about Ocicats not being affectionate.  Though
    I don't own one myself, I was benched with a woman from Texas last year
    who has an absolutely gorgeous and VERY affectionate Ocicat.  I believe
    she said they were working on their International Supreme Championship
    points, if I remember correctly.  Until I met her and her Ocicat I
    thought it was bred from the Ocelot.  The Ocicat came from an accidental
    breeding between two recognized breeds of cats, Aby and maybe a
    Siamese I think.  Maybe someone else in this file can confirm.
    
    BTW, the Ocicat (sorry, but I can't remember his name right now but
    will check my show catalog when I get home tonight) she owns is in a
    multi-cat household and is a whole male she uses for breeding.  He was
    not a hyperactive cat either, in case anyone is wondering; he sure
    enjoyed the show atmosphere too.  ;-)
    
    Pat
     

    i am looking for a kitten for my girlfriend ( landlady just said that
    we were such good renters that she would let us have one). i have
    checked everywhere but nobody seems to have any. if any one knows of
    where i might get one i would gladly check it out. i am willing to pay

    I know the Pat Brody Shelter for cats in Fitchburg, Mass has
    some kittens.   If you live in the vicinity...please call 
    Priscilla at 508-582-4539!
    
    It might help if you let us know what city, state you live in
    because there are many shelters around that some of the feliners
    are associated with.
    
    Sandy
    

    I don't think we should make generalizations like "all Ocicats are not
    affectionate" or "all Himalayans/Persians urinate
    indiscriminately", etc.  Each cat within a breed is an individual.  I
    owned 3 Ragdoll cats (still have one), all full brothers, all with
    personalities completely different from one another.  I always prefer
    to use the prefix, "As a general rule", then attach the breed
    temperament description as a suffix.
    
    As a general rule, Himalayans are docile, affectionate cats.  (A
    previous reply had mentioned obtaining one as a companion for her
    Persian.)  However, I have known some that are not.  Environment and
    upbringing have a lot to do with this as well as selective breeding.
    Choose your breeder carefully and wisely and you should come home with
    a happy, well-adjusted kitten!
    
    -Roberta
    

       HELP    HELP     HELP     HELP     HELP    HELP     HELP     HELP  
    
     I have an older kitten in need of a nice home. My apartment building I
    live in doesn't like my cat. They told me that I have 5 days to find
    her a new home or we would have to. She is all white with a little grey
    patch on her head. She loves to be held and to to be patted. I would
    love to keep her but I can't. She hasn't been any problem what so ever
    since I have gotten her. She has been fixed with all her shots. She is
    a very clean cat. She is about 11 months old or so. If I can't find her
    a nice home by Jan. 15, I have no choice but to put her in the humane
    society. I live in Merrimack N.H. and I will travel with in reason.
    Please send any mail to me at "XCUSME::MALONE" or call me at home, my
    phone number is 603-429-3422, if I'm not home please leave a message on
    my answering machine.
    
    
    
                                                      thanks
                                                       dan

    I would like to thank everybody who replied to my note. I found a very
    nice home for this older kitten. She is also going to have a new friend
    to play with.      Again thanks for helping out. These notes file
    really are helpful...
    
    
                                        again thanks for all your
    replies...
    
                                                  thanks
                                                   dan
    

    I know of a few people here in Maryland that have kittens about that
    age, but it's about a 10 hour drive for you!
    
    Cheryl
    

    
    
    	Have you tried the humane society in Nashua?  The last time I
    	was there they had a few adorable kittens up for adoption.
    	One with a great set of lungs too!  =)
    
    	If you haven't contacted them, their number is 883-8512.
    
    	JJ
    

    Maybe we can play Star Trek and beam the Maryland kitties up north. 
    Maybe if I could convince Frank that a weekend of driving is worth
    it??!!
    
    Yes, I checked the Nashua shelter.
    
    Keep on looking,
    JM

    
    
          as of Sat. the Methuen MSPCA has quite a few kittens as well.
    I don't know if they are still there or not.

Hi JM.

  I recently adopted a kitten from Metheun SPCA...

You may also try the Monadnock Shelter (out near Keene, NH), the Penacook Shelter
(which is up by Concord).  Also the Goffstown Shelter.

You can get all the #'s from information.

There's also Kitty Angels in Tyngsboro (I think the number is in here somewhere)

Good luck.  Keep trying.  It took me 3 weeks of calling/driving/disappointments
'til I found a female kitten at this time of year...

Dave

Hi Everyone,

My future sister-in-law is looking for a cat.  She is willing to take an 
adult with no problem.

there are only three things that this cat must be.

1)  Like people
2)  Be able to get along with a Golden Retriever
3)  A good hunter 


thanks.

Holly

    Holly,
    
    A friend of mine just rescued a longhair black and white very
    affectionate cat (indoor/outdoor) that is currently at the vet getting
    a tune up and neuter (spay?).  I'm not sure of the gender but whatever
    the cat will be an "it" afterwards.  It has tested negative for felv.
    
    Write me off line for more info.  From what Susan tells me, this cat is
    a love.  It was hanging around her house in Milford (MA) for weeks and
    she just couldn't bear it out in the cold so decided to intervene.  Not
    certain if it likes dogs though.
    
    
    -Roberta
    

    LOOKING TO PURCHASE TWO SIAMESE KITTENS, PREFERABLY ONE MALE- ONE
    FEMALE. WE HAD TWO BEFORE BUT LOST THE MALE TO CANCER ABOUT 8 YRS AGO,
    HE WAS 7. WE JUST HAD TO HAVE OUR FEMALE PUT TO SLEEP X-MASS EVE. 
    KIDNEY FAILURE, SHE WAS 15.
    THE CATS WILL BE KEPT 'INDOORS' AND RECEIVE PLENTY OF 'TLC', ESPECIALLY
    FROM OUR DAUGHTER WHO REALLY MISSES HER 'LAP-CAT', "TISHA".
    PLEASE GIVE DAVE RUTH A CALL @DTN 297-3199 OR 508-467-3199 IF YOU KNOW
    OF ANY THAT ARE AVAILABLE. THANKS.
    (I APOLOGIZE IF THIS 'NOTE' IS IN THE WRONG PLACE)

    Dave,
    	I noticed an ad in the Nashua, NH 'Broadcaster' offering for sale
    Siamese kittens for $95. The number listed was 603-882-9375.
    
    Ken....
    

    Thanks, Ken.
    
    I called the person, she seemed very nice on the phone. We are going to
    try and go see the kittens this weekend.
    
    Thanks again.
    Dave
    

This seemed the most likely topic to enter this.

I am desperately trying to find somewhere in the Reading (UK) area where I can
get a young (10 week old) kitten. My son's 9 month old cat was knocked over and
killed last night, and we are wanting to replace her asap to help get over the
loss, it's not even been a day yet and the place is so empty :-(.

Keisha was a black/brown tabby and ideally we'd like something similar.

If you have or know anyone with kittens that need a good home please let me know

Thanks in advance

Alistair

DTN 830-3838

                  **** This note is from Judie Groezinger ****
			*** Please contact her directly ***



	Looking to adopt a kitty - preferably a female, 4-7 months with
	short hair.  If you know of any kitties looking for a good home,
	please contact me.  I can be reached at DTN 244-6541, or send 
	mail by AKOCOA::GROEZINGER, or Judie Groezinger @AKO.

	Thank you.

    I'm really sorry about your cat.  Have you looked in the UK equivalent
    of the phone book Yellow Pages for animal protection societies
    who might have animals available for adoption?  You might also
    consider an older cat who needs a home.
    

re -.2

Thanks.

Yes I have tried all the local animal homes. This time of year just isn't the
right time for kittens.

I've found a possible source through my VTX add which I will be following up
this evening.

I have considered an older cat, but with two children under 6 and a dog I feel
that the younger the cat the quicker he/she'll be comfortable, and the kids will
take to a kitten quicker too.

With Keisha, she was best friends with the dog after a week.

However, being no expert I may be wrong.

Alistair

	Re: tabby kittens in the UK, this was posted in the London notes 
	    conference.........kittens are not that easily come by, it may be
	    worth a mail.

		Heather


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    Two Tabby and White Kittens six weeks old both females require a nice
    home.
    
      If you are interested in one of these little bundles please send mail
    
    
    Kenny
    

I've had 2 people and 2 cats in a 2 bedroom apartment.  Worked just fine.  My 
apartment was also on the third floor.  I opted to keep my cats indoor-only.  
I decided we lived too close to a major road to risk having my kitties squashed.
I also didn't have to worry about worms or fleas or any other nasties, as well
as the logistics of how they would get back into the building. (If kitty isn't
at the door waiting to come in, do you start calling for him/her and maybe 
bother your neighbors?  What if someone else lets your kitty into their 
apartment?)

    Another 2 cat/2 person/2 bedroom apartment.
    
    No prob...even when one of the cats weighed 25 lbs!
    
    K.C.

    			* * *  W A N T E D ! ! !  * * *
    
    A Calico.  That's all that's important.  It MUST be a Calico.  Age is
    no problem.  For some people who had a calico that died.  They finally
    are ready for another furball to love...but they would like another
    calico.
    
    Either contact me at CIVIC::FAHEL, or Kim Trainque at 880-0070 (Home
    #).
    
    K.C.

    Looking for a generic kitten, gender unimportant, as young as possible.
    
    Larry Wellington
    TOOK::WELLINGTON
    DTN 296-7562

    Just a gentle reminder - if you want help finding a kitten or cat to
    adopt, it helps to tell everyone in here what state or country you live
    in.  :^)

    Hi All!
    
    Looking to adopt a kitten, preferably about four weeks old.  Located in
    New Jersey at KYOA::MCFADDENJ.
    
    Thanks,
    Joe
    

    
    	Joe, eight weeks is the earliest recommended age for taking
    	a kitten from it's mother. Good luck finding a kitten!
    
    	Sherry
    

Joe,

I took in my little Beth when she was only 4 weeks old.  It's a long story, but
she was very sick and had to be taken from Mom.  It wasn't a pretty sight.
4 week old kittens need Mommy, need Mom's milk, and need Mom's disipline.
My Beth didn't know how to eat, drink, or go potty on her own.  Set your
sites on an older kitten--at least 8 weeks, but 12 weeks is a perfect age.
Mom's taught them a thing or two about behaving...

Mary

    Does anyone know of any kittens someone may be trying to give away?
    I'm looking for 2 kittens - basic "barn" cats, nothing fancy,
    preferably one male and one female.....  I'm definitely looking for   
    kittens and not adult cats.  If you know of anyone please let me know.
    
    
    thanks - katherine
    

    I'm also looking for a kitten. Since the kids want a kitten I'd like
    them to see the litter and have a pick if possible. Children are
    7 and 8 and the cats need to be kittens. Can't handle them before
    april 26.  I'm located in Marlboro and will travel but not 100 miles.
    
    
    Thanks
    Pasco
    

    p.s.  note 37.42 - I'm located in southern NH.........
    
    thanks - katherine

    I got a phone call over the weekend from some folk who recently lost
    their aged Siamese.  They are now ready to look for another Siamese.
    From their description I think what they had was a Traditional
    (Applehead), but I think they are willing to consider the Traditional,
    the Classic ..or the 'Modern' (if that's the right word). 
    
    Do any of you New England Feliners know of any healthy Siamese kittens 
    that are currently available to a pet home?
    
    Thanks,
    
    Linda

    Please help!  I received a note about a couple of male kittens
    yesterday from someone who works in Acton and lives in Mason NH.  If
    you're out there today, I've lost your note!  Could you please
    resend me your phone number.  I do know of someone who's interested 
    in your long haired kitties and she'd like to call you tonight!
    
    Thanks a bunch!
    
    Katherine  

    
    	Does anyone know where a friend of mine could find a breeder for
    	either a Russian Blue or a Siamese Bluepoint or someone who might
    	know of a kitten of the above breeds that is for sale. If so,
        please send mail to LUNER::JCORMIER so I can forward the
        information to him.
    	
    	Much appreciated,
    
    		Jeff Cormier
    		dtn 223-4569
    		LUNER::JCORMIER

    Re: .48   Lisa...
    
    I sent mail on this to Lisa, but thought I should put it here too...
    
    My wife was at the Methuen MSPCA yesterday.  One of the workers
    said they were getting in between 50 and 60 cats per day.  If 
    anyone is looking to adopt a cat, this is the place to go.
    
    Gary

    Hi, I'm looking for a Maine Coon cat kitten.  Second choice is any
    other large type of cat - either orange or a tiger type with some
    angora - fluffy fur not sleek - preferrably a female.  Hope someone
    has a kitty I can come look at soon - I have kitty fever.....
    Lauren
    

    I am currently looking to adopt a 7-8 week old, male, yellow
    (Morris-like) short-haired tabby. I currently have a 2-year old
    neutered (fully clawed), gray short-haired female tabby who I think is
    very lonely. This kitten should be outgoing and not afraid of other
    cats. If you know of any (that are hopefully boxed trained and
    clean [the shelter I got her at was pretty dirty with worms]), then
    please contact me! Thanks,
    
    Cyndi
    
    (I live in the Concord, MA area)

I am looking to adopt a female siamese or burmese mix kitten. This kitty would
have a wonderful home with me. I live in Northern California, San Jose area.

Hope someone can help me locate this kitty I've long waited for.

Laura

    .50 (the one looking for a Coon kitty)
    
    Where are you located?  I have a longhaired brown tabby kitten that
    looks like a coon.  He is listed in 4.172 and 4.174.
    
    Jo

    Wanted: One short haired solid black female kitten, around 8-11 weeks
    old.  (similar to catwoman's cat in the new batman movie).  My roomate
    already had 2 black cats around 8 years old, but I wish to have one of
    my own.  This kitty will be indoor only, and be spoiled rotten.  The
    other kitties are really friendly and will adapt well to a new kitty. 
    I live in the Northern California area, specifically Mountain View.  I
    haven't looked in the local shelter yet, but plan to next week, if
    nothing turns up here. Thanks for any help.
    Vivian 
    DTN: 521-4246....wr1for::manganell_vi

    Well I'm checking with all the people I know in this area (Santa
    Clara County) to see if anyone has a shorthaired solid black female
    to place (last year at this time I did).  
    
    Are you sure I can't interest you in a brown tabby shorthaired male 
    or a brown tabby longhaired male or female?  I also know of a mostly 
    white with black spots (unknown if male or female) and a grey and 
    white male.  
    
    I'll let you know when I have an answer.  I know of a woman who took 
    in two litters of 5 kittens each and we're checking to see if she has
    any solid black kitties.
    
    Jan

    
    Try note 4.111.  Michelle's friend had a least two all black kittens
    when I picked up my white baby a couple weeks ago.  They were all
    adorable but I could only take one. 
    
    Becky
    

    Well, the woman who took in all the litters of kittens does have an
    all black cat now.  However, these kittens were just born on 6/28 and
    won't be ready to leave for approx. 8 weeks.  She is not sure if the
    black one is male or female at this time.  If you'd like to talk to
    her I can ask my friend who is the contact for this woman about 
    exchanging phone numbers.  Please let me know.
    
    Jan 

    Just to let everyone know...  I got an e-mail from Vivian regarding my
    friend's kittens.  As far as I know, they are still available:  1 black
    male, 1 black female (probably going to Vivian :^), and 1 tuxedo male. 
    I've been on vacation for a week, so I'm waiting to hear from Kim to
    see if she's still looking for homes for the babies.  I think she's
    reserving the two males for me, but I can't take them until I find a
    new place to live.  If, in the meantime, I can find other homes for
    them, I would be perfectly happy to give them up.  (Then I can rescue
    some kitty(ies) from a shelter or someone who is desperate to find
    homes for abandoned kitties.)
    
    Purrs,
    Michelle

    A friend of mine has been resistant to getting a new kitty since her
    Siamese kitty she'd had for years passed on last summer.  Suddenly
    she finds herself at home, bedridden with two broken legs and wanting
    company; feline company.
    
    She has a specific type of cat in mind.  Hopefully, someone here has
    information that will lead to her acquiring this kitty.  In addition
    to this note, I have a call in to my resident kitty expert (sister Jo).
    
    Specifics:	Kitty should be female, Siamese (apple-head type)
    		She would prefer a blue-point but would consider seal-point
    		8-10 weeks of age approximately
    		Sweet disposition is important 
    
    She is located in San Jose, California.  She is aware that there will
    money involved if kitty comes from a breeder.  I couldn't tell her what
    the going rate is for Siamese kittens these days since I'm not up on
    that information.
    
    Rather than post her info here, I'm asking that you contact me for her 
    name and phone number.
    
    Jan Cordes    
    DTN 521-3311 (408-496-3311)  
    JULIET::CORDES_JA  

    Hi Vivian!!!  Glad to see you noting.  :')  That's wonderful that you
    are getting a kitten for yourself. :')
    
    For those of you that don't know, Vivian is covering my job while I am
    out on disability. :')
    
    Jo

    Re:  37.59
    
    I took the cat book over to my friend to show her the Tonkinese breed.
    She wasn't completely thrilled but spent some time flipping through
    the pages on the various breeds.  She has decided that she could be
    happy with a couple of other breeds if we can't locate and the old
    style Siamese we're looking for.  She could be happy with either an
    Oriental Shorthair (she fell in love with the picture of a black
    Oriental Shorthair with green eyes that was in the book, I think it
    reminded her of the cat Catwoman had in the Batman movie) or an Ocicat.  
    
    According to the book, both of these cats have Siamese somewhere in 
    their background and that is part of what appeals to her since she 
    feels that she is less allergic to the Siamese type cats than other 
    cats.  They also have the sleek, short fur that she is looking for.
    
    If anyone knows of anyone that has a pet quality kitten in any of
    these breeds, please contact me at DTN 521-3311 (408-496-3311) or
    by sending mail to JULIET::CORDES_JA.
    
    Thanks,
    
    Jan
                                                           

    Thank you to everyone who helped me find a kitty.  I adopted one of
    Michele's friend's kitties (note 4.111) she is such a sweety, and i
    named her Noire.  She is solid black with not a bit of white on her.
    Thanks again.
    -Vivian

Jan,

there is a group dedicated to the apple-headed siamese....I remember they
were entered here in the conference (a couple of years ago?) and should be
listed in some note (if it isn't deleted).  IF your friend is serious, look
for this organization.  I'm sure the kittens are not that expensive as they
are, by definition, NOT show quality conformation...(but, I like them).

The oriental shorthairs are not inexpensive - at least, when I was calling
around prior to getting The Flash, I was hearing $400+ prices...for pet
quality...combined with their potential for digestive problems, I went for
the Javanese instead - healthier, sturdier, and, for pet quality, slightly
less expensive.

Source of phone numbers for breeds - back of Cat Fancy and Cats magazines...
interview carefully before buying.

				D

                                                           

    Dian,
    
    Thanks for the info.  She called me again this morning wanting to know
    if I have found anything yet (she asked me last night too).  I've given
    her the pages from the back of Cat Fancy but most of the breeders are
    out of state.  I'll check FELINE-V1 and see if I can find anything.
    
    She had a discussion with her daughter and husband and the general 
    consensus is that they want to stick to a Siamese (apple-head type).  
    So, we're calling all the rescue organizations in the area to see if
    they've taken in any siamese-type kitties recently.  She had a number
    for someone local that she found in one of the papers but she can't
    seem to find it now.  She's not mobile enough to go looking for it
    so she has to wait till hubby gets home.  So, everyone keep their
    ears/eyes open in case they run across a 8-12 week, female, apple-head
    siamese.  (All the breeders we're familier with in the area breed to
    the standard and that standard is too extreme for this person.)
    
    Jan

    Check out 167.93 for a pointer to Feline_V1.  Found the info using
    keywords in the archived version.  Hope it helps.
    
    Jo

Hi All,

    Its been quite awhile (just about three years since I have had 
    a chance to look at the feline notes file).  It probably would 
    have been longer, but I am looking to purchase an Abyssinian
    kitten or adult as a companion for my 9 year old Aby/Manx (yes, I know
    it quite a combo) "RALPH".  He had been without a companion, since
    "NORTON" got lost over two years ago.   Since then, I have had two 
    children and RALPH "my first child" gets less attention from me.. and
    he does not hesitate to remind me or my husband that he is NUMERO UNO!

    Anyway, before I ramble on I am looking for any pointers to Abyssinian
    Breeders or perhaps someone knows where I can find a Aby for sale.  Last
    time I checked it was difficult, since Abys are not known to have large
    litters and usually they are all spoken for... However, I am willing
    to wait!  and..Adults make such good companions, I never see someone
    posting an adoption notice...

    I am not looking for any specific gender, (but I would prefer
    a male) and I am not looking for show or breeding quality.  

    Thanks in advance!

    Deirdre Gerhardt
    BROKE::GERHARDT
    NUO-1 Nashua, NH
    DTN: 264-5446

    HOME: Shirley, MA
  
    

I am looking for a male Himalayan-type kitten (in other words, one that looks
kind of like a long-haired Siamese).  Burmese (Birman?) or mutt who looks like
a Himalayan would also be perfectly acceptable!

Obviously, this kitty would be for a pet, not for show.

We would *probably* be looking to adopt the cat sometime around mid-late August.
It's possible to adopt him sooner or later, though.

       Carol in Colorado Springs

    Hi, 
    
    I'm looking for a kitty with double paws. I'd like it to be under a 
    year old and the sex of the kitty does not matter. If you know where
    there is one, let me know. Thanks.
    
    Chris

    My friend needs a barn cat.  She had two, but one took off and the 
    remaining one is very lonely.
    
    What she wants is an adult cat which likes to be outside.  This cat
    will live in the barn (no going inside the house - allergies).  The
    cat will share the barn with horses and a german shephard, so the
    cat MUST be able to deal with other cats and dogs.  This location is
    in a remote section of Uxbridge, MA with acres and acres of fields and
    forests.  Good home guaranteed (all health maintainance continues...).
    
    The other requirement is the at must be spayed or neutered.  Non
    neutered cats may be considered, however knowing my friends current 
    situation, unlikely.
    
    Pick ups could be in Uxbridge, Westboro, Northboro or MA/RI border.
    
    Send leads to STUDIO::PELUSO.
    
    Thanks-
    
    	Michele

    Wanted, kitten for a good friend.  Must be near Santa Clara.  Black is
    prefered - any colors fin though.  Also, female is prefered.  Must be
    young kitten.  Please call Julie Scott DTN 521-3023, if you know of
    someone that has kitties.  Thanks!

    I have sent Julie mail to make her aware of the 3 brown tabby kittens
    Jo Ann is trying to place.
    
    Jan

    
    Hello friends, 
    
    I have a co-worker friend of mine, that has a spayed adult female 
    cat. She is looking to adobt an all black short to medium hair cat.
    My guess is that the current cat might accept a kitty easier than
    an adult (am I right?). She lives in Southern NH but will be willing
    to travel to MA (within reason) to see the kitty. 
    Would the current (female) cat adobt better to a male or a female or
    does it make a difference since she is spayed?
    
    If you know of such kitty please send me mail and I will relay the 
    message to her. 
    
    Thanks in advance, 
    
    Shaw  (Salem::Shaw) DTN 285-3881

    MODERATOR  please delete note 37.68  I'm unable to do so, maybe because
    I've moved from the Mill where I was on MEMIT, to BXC where I'm on
    ISLNDS.   Thanks

    BTW my friends adopted a "problem" cat, Moses, who is finally settling
    down.   Short haired grey and white 57 Variety.                

    
    
    	
    Hi, I'm looking for a pair of kittens. If any has any suggestions on
    where I might find them I'd apprecieate any info that you could give.
    
    I live in Wayland Mass
    
    thanks
    
    Jim
    

    
    Hi Jim, check note 4, last reply seems to have a few for adoption.
    
    Shaw

    The two previous notes were moved by the moderator....
    
    Note 4 is our official adoption note.  The last two replies in that
    note list 8 baby kittens who need homes.
    
    Mary the moderator

    Hi,
    
    I'm interested in getting an adorable lovable kitten. I'd really prefer 
    the long haired (fluff ball) type and it needs to be a female.
    
    If you know of anyone who has kittens available, please send me mail
    on Senior::Giombetti.                                      
    
    Thanks!
    
    Joanne

    I have a friend who is looking for an all white short-haired kitten, 
    preferably with double paws. Sex doesn't matter, but a younger kitten
    would be preferred.
    
    Thanks,
    
    Tom
    DTN 297-3497 
    SALES::THILL
    
    I live in Acton and work in Marlboro, so anywhere in the
    Boston-495-Nashua area would be OK.

    This *probably* doesn't belong in the "adopt" note but I'll give it a
    shot:
    
    I would like to adopt a BLUE-POINT Siamese FEMALE kitten.  I currently
    have two cats whom I love but would like to add this particular breed.
    
    History:  When I was 4 years old, my neighbor had a stray cat.  I went
    to find it and found a BEAUTIFUL 1 yr old (approx) Blue point siamese. 
    After trying to find her owners, we adopted her and named her
    "Princess".  She lived for 18 years and was the most incredible cat
    I've ever owned.  She was very calm and accepting.  (She let me dress
    her up in doll clothes and push her in a baby carriage!) While I
    certainly wouldn't allow that to happen to any cat I own now, I would
    be looking for a Siamese used to children and other animals.
    
    I am now in a living environment where more cats would be welcomed and
    very much loved.
    
    Please let me know if you know of anyone with this particulat breed.  I
    would be willing to pay a small amount but could not afford the
    "regular" purebred fees.
    
    Thanks

I am the proud owner of a cat by the name of Molly.  Molly's grandmother
lives in Pennsylvania and would love to have a kitty just like Molly.  I
am currently in the market for a cat that looks (and hopefully acts) A LOT
like our loveable, gray-striped, white-vested double-pawed Molly.....  any
chance that someone may know a cat that wants to re-locate to Pennsylvania??

My husband and I are driving to Pittsburgh over the Thanksgiving holidays and
plan to take a kitty for Gramma.  

I would like suggestions from folk as to where to go to get a mature cat that
is already declawed as a housepet for my mother.  She will be an excellent cat
owner as she cooked special meals for Molly when she was here visiting.  I have
heard that cats (really any pets) are good for elderly persons as it helps keep
down their bloodpressure and gives them some special joy every day.

If anyone knows of a stray that isn't too wild, or a humane society that I
could contact, I would be happy to follow up on suggestions.

thanks all,


Debra

    Debra, I am sorry I don't have a cat of this type for you. But... I
    just wanted to tell you that I think it is a wonderful idea.  I got my
    grandmother a cat a couple of years ago and it made all the difference
    in the world to her.  A word of caution; I don't know how old your mom
    is but cats can live for about 20 years.  If she is elderly at all, you
    will need to consider who will care for the cat when your mom can't. 
    This could be as simple as you taking the cat back or finding another
    suitable home.  I have just gone through this so I know what I am
    talking about!  Write me off line if you have any questions.
    Karen

      
    I lost my Ebony on September 18th and although I'm still not over his
    loss, I think I may be ready to get another 'son'.  Ivory hasn't been
    the same since he left and I think she needs a brother/friend - my
    husband and I are in and out a lot, often leaving her home alone.  When
    we return it's just so sad to see her run to the door for some
    affection.
    
    I'm not sure how she'd react to another kitty (she's 8 years old, but
    never knew life without Eb), but I'd like to give it a chance.
    
    I'm specifically looking for:
    
    	- Male Kitten (7-10 wks or as soon as they can leave mom)
    
    	- Can't be an all black kitty (Ebony was black and NO ONE
    	  will ever take his place, plus I don't want to confuse Ivory)
    	
	- Short/medium hair (Ivory has enough hair for 10 cats)
    	
    	- Color:  perhaps grey or a cute grey tiger (?)
    
    Well, I'm not asking for too much am I......there's no rush, I'll wait
    for that special kitty if I have too.
    
    Thanks in advance.
    Barbara
    
    

     
    Barbara, I was happy to see your note...
    
    :'D
    
    

    Barbara, you are too much!  I was in the same predicament almost a year
    ago and had the ideal description of my next cat all planned.  My
    husband insisted that he (we wanted a male) be short haired and I had
    my heart set on an Abyssinian but we ended up with not one but two
    cats, both long haired (one male, one female).  Just goes to show that
    you don't pick the cat!  It's the other way around - the cat picks you. 
    Be forewarned.  :^)

    Ivory would most likely welcome a playmate with open arms, or is that
    paws?  Like Sandy Merritt says "nothing beats seeing two cats curled up
    together and grooming one another".  Once you start having those "time
    to get another cat" thoughts you know the time is right....  Nothing
    will ever replace Ebony but you'll be amazed at your ability to love
    another animal all over again.  We'll all be on the lookout to help you
    find another special cat!

    What do you expect from someone who has three can openers :-)
    

    Barbara...nobody can replace Ebony he is in your heart forever....
    and I'm so happy to see your interested in another cat to share
    your love.  What a lucky kitty this will be????
    
    I do agree with Cheryl....that the cat will probably pick you!  I
    see this at the shelter all the time.  People come in with there
    minds made up with what there looking for...and they take home
    someone different.  I find it funny too that we have certain cats
    that are considered the "not so friendly" kitties...but yet certain
    folks walk in the shelter and this not so friendly kitty is all over
    the whole family.  You can't tell me faith didn't bring them
    together.
    
    Have you considered just checking with a local shelter??  Just go
    visit and see what happens. (giggle giggle)
    
    Sandy

    Huh?  I remembered typing in my reply and it was gone.  Barbara's reply
    was in .83, then was it Steffi or Michelle in .84 and mine was .85. 
    Where did it show up twice?
    
    Geeze, I'm always going to be picked on about those can openers, aren't
    I?  What a thing to be known for.  Three openers and three cats.  Maybe
    I'll try for a few more husbands. :^)

    
    
    Ha ha....I'd rather be known for three openers then be WELL known
    for taking in whole males!!!!!
    
    Sandy (who only owns one can opener for 9 cats..shame on me!!)
    

Barbara,

  I read your mail that you may be looking for a Gray cat. There is a pet store
in Marlboro that had some  kittens left on their doorstep last week. I was there
a couple of days ago and they had 3 gray ones. They were giving them away free.
They look fairly young and my guess is that they just left the mother.

  The store is called PET DEPOT and is located on Rt. 20 about 1/4 mile after
Rich's heading East.

  My wife tried to talk me into one and it was tempting but I decided to stay
with 1 for the time being.


		/Ken

    Cheryl, 
    When I was going through the file, your note showed up twice, but now
    it's there only once.  I've had this happen to me before due to some
    glitch in the system.  Anyway, I've deleted my note about it.

    I saw it twice too.
    

    Karen, you really only saw it once and you probably only have one can
    opener too!  :^)  
    
    I know when I entered the note last night that someone elses note
    suddenly flashed and I thought "that's odd, where did my note go?" so I
    reposted but where did the second one go to?  I know this is only a
    trick!!! You guys are plotting against me to see if you can make me
    crazy.  Probably all Yonee's idea....

    Giggle giggle...me and Yonee are getting even!!!

    Cheryl,
    
     I think Mary should just bundle Blue up when he's all better, and just
    leave him on your doorstep with a note! ;-) 8-)
    
     Does this mean you'll have to get yet another can opener?
    
    Yonee

    It's a given that all cats come with a can opener, isn't it?  Last I
    heard the Pat Brody shelter was giving out one with every cat adopted
    during the month of November.

    I can just picture it now....a person walks in and adopts a cat.
    They finish the paperwork....bundle the cat up...and asks Priscilla
    for their can opener!!!    
    
    Now Cheryl...with 70 cats at the shelter...we only have one can
    opener!!
    
    Sandy

    Yes, but that one can opener touches cat food only, not people food.  I
    won't disgress this topic into a note about remnants of food being
    stuck on that little "wheel" of the can opener.  
    
    Well Sandy, the shelters in California give out a can opener with each
    cat adoption.  It's the newest rage.  Tell Priscilla to get with the
    program.  :^)

Ahem.....Blue eats ONLY Science Diet C/D canned....the little cans have a pop
top lid.  Blue says he doesn't do appliances...although I swear he was reaching
for the TV remote this morning.....

Mary

    Cheryl (.94),
    
    That's exactly what happened to me in another notefile!  I replied, but
    my note didn't show up, so I replied again, and then there were two. 
    When I deleted one, they both disappeared and another noter's note was
    in the slot that my original note had occupied.  I was told that there
    was a glitch in the system and that when you see a note that says
    "Ghostcatcher" it's someone who is trying to fix the problem.
    
    Michelle

   Cheryl,
    
     I have only one can opener (not counting the stupid electric one Nick
    bought that I hate and don't use), and it opens both cat and people
    food. I solved the problem of food left on the little wheel. It's
    called "washing it"!!! ;-) Sorry, couldn't help myself! 8-)
    
    Yonee

    
    		Hi Cat lovers,
    
    		My brother is looking for a chocolate seal point Siamese
    		kitten. He lives in the Marlboro/Maynard area. Does anyone 
    		know where he could get one? or is there anyone that is 
    		giving one away. He is not looking for one to show but to
    		have as a pet.
    		
    		Thanks so much,
    
    		Liz

    
    Thanks to all that replied to .83....I really appreciate it!
    
    Since my husband and I are traveling over the Thanksgiving holiday (a
    friend is going to feed Ivory), I want to wait til after to get another
    baby.  I think I'll need to be around to monitor Ivory's reaction and
    help the new baby get acclimated to his surroundings.
    
    Ken, I'll definitely check out that pet store in Marlboro.
    
    I'll also check out the local shelters, but I'm a little leary of those
    places ... I don't need a sick kitty on my hands - I've cried enough
    over the loss of Ebony to last a lifetime!
    
    Thanks again everyone -- I'll be in touch when I find that special 
    furface!
    
    Barbara

    Barbara...if your really worried about bringing home a sick kitty...
    you could have the same issues if you were to get the cat from
    a Pet Store, Shelter, via this file, or even picking up a cat
    from a neighbor.
    
    I would suggest that prior to bringing the new kitty in your
    home that you have your own vet check the cat out and provide all
    the tests.   Unless of course you can find a kitty and the parents
    provide you with detail medical records stating when the last
    time he was tested for all the major disease/worms as well as when
    his last Rabies/Booster shots were.  I would not take this information
    just via word of mouth either...I would want the medical records
    in my hand.
    
    Just a suggestion...
    
    Sandy
    

    
    	Barbara
    
    	Just from personal experiences of people I know.....I think 
    	you'd have better luck with a shelter.  Friends of mine have
    	gotten pets from pet stores and they've been sick quite often.
    	More often than my monsters and others who have gotten pets
    	from a shelter.
    
    	Just my 2 cents.
    
    	JJ
    

    
    
    re; -1 & -2 > You're right.  I'm both leary of shelters AND pet stores
    (I watch too many of those news programs).  My preference would be to
    get one from folks like you, since it's my opinion that would be the
    safest route to take.  That's why I posted the note here.
    
    Who ever said it is right, though, shelters ARE probably more reliable
    than stores.
    
    Thanks for the input!          
    

I would like two female, Siamese kittens - seal, blue, or chocolate point.
Littermates would be ideal. I used to breed and show blue points many years
ago and am NOT looking for 'show quality'. Would actually prefer an
'apple head' or 'round head' from a long line of 'apple heads' or 'round
heads': ie not rejects from a 'show quality' litter.

My 12-year-old neutered blue point is lonely since my Maine Coon died
at the age of 18 two months ago and it's time to start again. 

I've always had cats (usually Siamese) and they will be totally spoiled
and well cared for in Southern New Hampshire.

If you have any, know of any, or can reccommend a good cattery, please
let me know.

thanks/ben
    

    My daughter is looking for a kitten. Her 19 year old cat died this
    summer and now she feels ready to take another cat. But, we can't
    find a kitten. We have tried the shelters in Southern New Hampshire
    and the local pet stores. I looked in the adoption note but there
    were no recent entries for kittens. She is not looking for a purebred
    cat and would prefer a female.
    
    If you have any leads please contact me at 381-2419 or Smurf::Boland.
    
    Thanks,
    
    Ann

    
    
    	Ann
    
    	Did you leave your name at the Humane Society in Nashua?
    	When they get kittens in they're quarantined for 10 days 
    	to get their shots, make sure they're healthy, placeable
    	etc.  Most likely, when you went, there just weren't any on
    	that day that were available.  I'd keep checking.
    
    	Good luck!
    
    	JJ
    

    We were directed to the Pat Brody Shelter for Cats in Mass. and
    my daughter found an adorable 12 week old kitten. We were very
    impressed with the shelter. The kitten adapted so easily and we love
    her. Thanks for the help.
    
    Ann
    

    
    
    	One of the engineers in my group is looking for a kitten.
    	Sex, breed and color don't matter.  He lives in NH so 
    	someone in the area would be helpful.  I have told him 
    	about the Pat Brody Shelter though.
    
    	Anyone know of anyone in the Nashua area with kittens?
    	Please send mail to Russ Kuhn at GOOEY::KUHN
    
    	thanks!
    
    	JJ
    

    .112
    
    Where in NH does he live, JJ?  Has he tried the shelters here or even
    Kitty Angels in Tyngsboro, MA?
    
    Sometimes the local vets have kittens posted/turned in to them, as well
    as pet supply dealers like Pet's Choice, Merrimack, NH, and Petcetera,
    Londonderry, NH.
    

    
    
    	I'm not sure where he lives.  But he works at ZKO in Nashua.
    	He has called the local shelters but they tell him they don't
    	have any kittens!  I told him to keep trying as kittens are
    	kept in quarantine for a while till their 'adoptable'.
    
    	JJ
    

    
    Currently the Pat Brody Shelter has a few young adults (6-7 months)...but
    no baby kittens!!  We do have two prego Mom's that are due soon but
    the kittens will not be at the adoptable age for awhile!!
    
    One of the Mom's is being fostered by Jan Brown who also lives in
    N.H.....so if he can wait awhile...he can probably have the pick of
    the litter!!
    
    Springtime is coming...and there will be thousand of kittens needing
    homes. (sigh!)
    
    Sandy

    I sent him mail, my daughter has a friend with 4 2 week old kittens,
    they will be ready the end of March or begining of April..... but have
    not heard back from him yet!

    
    	I found out this morning that he's on vacation right now!
    	I'm sure he'll reply when he gets back, I got the impression he
    	was very anxious to get a kitten.  =)
    
    	JJ
    

David Floyd
DTN 237-2559
AWECIM::FLOYD


		I'm thinking about buying a large indoor cat.

	I am leaning towards a Manx or a Rex in the 15-18lb
	range. I am looking for a breeder that also has dogs
	as I have a Miniature Schnauzer. 

	Is there anyone out there that can give me a leed.

		Thanks

		David

    David,
    
    First, a Rex is not a big cat!  Especially not 15 lbs!!! 
    
    For big cats, try a Brittish Shorthair or a Maine Coon.  If you'd like
    some info on these types of breeds, write off line and I'll give you
    some names of breeders.
    
    Holly
    

    David-
    
    May I suggest you go looking at shelters to find "big" cats?

    A friend of mine is looking for a kitten.  Does anyone out there
    know of any litters around?  They want to start with an 8 week old,
    if possible.  Besides wanting a male kitten, they'd like a few
    options:  stocky build, striped, and tail-less would be great!
    He's already got a name, Harry Gant.  And Harry will have a great
    home in Raymond NH with lots of room to run around.
    
    If you know of something that will fill Harry's boots, give me a call.
    
    Sue Yarger
    MKOTS1::YARGER
    264-3110
    

    Karen Kolling received this over the net from someone here in
    Massachusetts, and asked me to put it in notes. Do we have any adoptees
    to fit the bill for this fellow netter? ;-)  I'm leaving the note
    intact, so we can get the E-net addresses from it.
    
    Thanks,
    
     Yonee
    
    
    
    
    
    
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Article 23795 (74 more) in rec.pets.cats:
From: Nancy Pilsch
Subject: I'm ready!
Date: 1 Apr 93 17:54:28 GMT
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I'm starting my search for a new kitty!  I figured since people try to give
their cats to new homes on the net, I'd see if I can find one through here.
I am looking for a female (a kitten would be okay, but I'm hoping for more
of an adolescent or young adult).  I already have 2 black & white, neutered
males, about 4 yrs old, so I want a tri-color, tortoise shell, or calico.
I live in central Massachusetts, but would be willing to go some distance
for the right kitty (i'd travel just about anywhere in Mass, RI, southern
NH).  The cat would be indoor only, and I will not declaw, though a I would
adopt a declawed kitty.  If anyone knows of someone trying to get rid of
kittens or a cat somewhat like I described, please send me e-mail or give
me a call.

Nancy Pilsch
nlp@pacvax.pacersoft.com
508-898-3300 (I can be reached here 9-5:30pm EST)

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    Sounds like Snuggles in note 4 (last note) might fit the bill.  What do
    you think, Yonee?
    
    Steffi

    I got lost for a while! I thought we were int the response to adoption
    note, and forgot about this one. This girl has contacted Cathi Ryan's
    husband about her kitty already, and is trying to contact Cathi. Of
    course I sent the DTN instead of the outside work number, but I fixed
    it! DAH! ;-)
    
    I'm exhausted from all of this! ;-) It feels awful good though! :-)
    
    Yonee

    I am looking for a cat for my mother.  She recently moved to New
    Hampshire from Flordia and she is living on her own.  My sister and I
    would like to find a cat for her to keep her company.  We are looking
    for the following:
    
    			An adult or older kitten
    			Blue-Point Siamese Female
    			Cat will be indoor only
    			No need for "Show quality"
    			Must have an even temperment
    			Must be adaptable to other cats/homes
    			Must be able to adapt to a dog
    
    I know this is alot to ask but there will be times when the cat will
    come stay at my house with my cats and dog.  A female Blue-point is the
    MOST desired but another variety of Siamese would be considered.  We
    had a blue-point Siamese for about 18 years and she was my mom's all
    time favorite cat.
    
    This cat will be treated as ROYALTY.  My mom is a cat fanatic.
    
    Contact me at MKOTS3::NICKERSON
    
    Linda

    Bill Hollis
    SASE::Hollis
    dtn 247-2141
    
                    Wanted Himalayan (spelling?) Cat / Kitten
                    -----------------------------------------
    
          My sister-inlaw is hopeing to locate a Himalayan cat
      any info on ware to find one would be greatly appreciated
      prefferably a chocolate point ?  I think thats what they 
      are called.
    
    Thanks in advance
    Bill Hollis      

    
    Mod, please move this if there is a better place for it....
    
    I'm presently volunteering at the Pony Farm in Temple NH.  I work with
    mentally retarded adult riders who are *wonderful*!!  One of them is a
    true animal lover and would really love a dog.  Because they live in
    a large house without much land the mother would rather a cat(s).
    I realize that all cats have different personalities but are there some
    breeds that are more dog-like than others?  This cat would need to be
    more interactive than many cats (like mine) who'd rather sleep and eat.
    
    Any info would be greatly appreciated by the mother.  I don't know
    what they can afford (the riding is grant funded) and if you know of
    a shelter cat that might fit the bill let me know!  I can't promise
    anything other than to pass the info along.  Also if you're willing
    to talk to the family please include your phone#  if they'd like to
    call you with questions.
    
    Thanks!
    
    MaryAnne  

    
    When I was at the cat show in Burlington MA last weekend, one
    of the shelters had a cat that was the mascot of a special needs
    home, but had to be given up when they moved to a new facility/
    new landlord said no pets.
    
    Anyway, she's part Abyssinian with beautiful coloring, short haired,
     and very talkative.  I'm almost positive it was a she.  Young, I
    think her card said she was 1.5 yrs old.
    
    She really needs a home, and she has extensive experience for just
    your situation! (8
    
    There were 2 shelters there, side by side.  One was Kitty Angels,
    and she was with the other shelter.
    
    (Sandy, Karen or anyone....do you know who the other shelter was?
    I remember the woman had long black hair....)
    
    Lynne

    
    Lynne, do you mean Baypath Humane?  I remember they had a chocolate
    lynxpoint that I was very tempted by!  Poor baby looked so scared in
    the cage that I just wanted to take him home!
    
    

    Hi guys!  Yes that was Baypath Humane Society. The woman who I dealt
    with is Elaine Brim.  If you need more info, pls. contact me directly,
    as I don't know how soon I can get back in here.  I have her card at
    home.  BTW what was that chocolate lynx?  Was it truly a purebred?  If
    so, I would like to know who the breeder was and contact them.  
    Karen who knows where her cats are at night(sometimes, unfortunately
    8^})
     

    
    Hi Karen - his name was Agape (Greek for love, I think), and had just
    come from his previous home that morning.  I don't know if he was a
    purebred, but I'm inclined to think that he wasn't.  He was very big
    for an Oriental, and I think his head was a slightly different color
    from his body.  I didn't get to ask any more questions as the woman was
    called away.
    
    Sandy, who says one can't have too many cats, but one can certainly
    have too many litterboxes :^}
    

    That's the name!  All I could remember is that it began with a B!

    
    Thanks all !  I'll pass on the info and keep my fingers crossed!
    
    MaryAnne

    Maryanne...if that kitty has already found a home they could always
    contact the Pat Brody Shelter and see if we have any "special"
    kitties with unique qualities!!
    
    Sandy

    
    Yup, the PBS is at the top of the list.  What I was kind of hoping to
    learn was if there was one breed of cat more than another that might
    fit the bill.  
    
    MaryAnne

    Hello Cat-People,
    
    I did not find a "cats wanted" note; please move this if I entered it
    in the wrong place.
    
    One of my cats, Tiggie, left this world last month.  I'm looking for a
    new kitten to join our family, which consists of:
    	2 humans
    	1 playful cat-loving dog (Vak) (he kept looking for Tiggie, and waiting
          for her to come in, for weeks after her death).
    	1 11-year old neutered male cat (Duncan) 
    	18 tropical fish (in a cat-proof tank).
    
    I want a kitten because Tiggie had a very hard time adapting to the
    dog, and I have heard that kittens generally adapt easily to dogs.
    
    I would like a short haired tiger striped female, that does not drool 
    when she purrs (one feature of Tiggie that I was not fond of!). 
    Short haired is very important; I do not want a cat
    that needs regular grooming.  I'm assuming that a female would get
    along better with our male cat; if it won't really matter than I don't
    care if the kitten is male or female.  Also, the kitten must be at
    least 8 weeks old before leaving home, which I understand to be the 
    proper time for leaving the Mom cat.  This is my biggest reservation 
    about shelters; a kitten that left home at 4 weeks never becomes a normal 
    cat.  If I have the timing wrong here please let me know.    
    
    Our cats are allowed outside, although we
    do keep them in when it is very cold or the snow is deeper than their
    legs. We don't have a cat-door, but Vak, the dog, is the cat's door 
    attendant.  In the winter, we don't always here a cat meowing at the door.
    Vak does, and makes sure that a human gets up and attends to the cat
    ASAP. So the kitten will never be left outside waiting for someone to
    notice her meows. In the summer we leave a window open for the cats. 	
    
    I didn't notice any kittens meeting this description in the adoption
    note.  If there really aren't any right now, I'll try the Nashua Animal
    Shelter next week.
    
    Thanks,
    Margaret.
    tuxedo::molson
                

A couple of thoughts on reading your note,

having the dog and kitten get along:  another approach to
meeting that concern is to get a cat that is already used
to dogs -- while kittens certainly are more flexible in
adjusting their attitude, that doesn't guarantee that they'll
adjust.  Maybe a dog-friendly cat would do even better?

shelter cats:  I have been a foster parent for the Pat
Brody Shelter (in Lunenburg, MA) and I haven't returned
any kittens to them for adoption until they were at least
8 weeks old, and actually closer to 9 weeks.  They go off
to the vet for their first shots and aren't available for
adoption until some time after that.  I wouldn't think
4 weeks old is a "typical" age for shelter kittens to be
adopted, although I'm sure exceptions occur.


Good luck in your search, I'm sure we'll all help!


JanB

    Hi,
    
    I just lost my kitty of 1 1/2 years and am heart broken.  I miss her
    terribly but also miss the comotion in the house!
    
    I am looking for two kittens, at least 7-8 weeks old, preferably medium
    to long haired and dark (grey, tiger, blackish, etc.).
    
    I live in a two story house with a full cellar and porch so there will
    be plenty of play space!
    
    If you know of anyone who has these types of kitties I'd love to know. 
    I have checked the humane society closest to me and will continue to.
    
    Thanks.
    
    Tricia Lavallee
    OBSESS::
    508-568-4829
    
    

    Re:  .138
    
    If you aren't too far away, come check out the Framingham Humane
    Society in Framingham, MA on Sunday between 1:00 and 4:00.  I know
    of a volunteer who has a litter of tiger kittens she is fostering.
    You can also write her offline at DLNVAX::PALMER.  This is the
    person fostering these kittens.  Her name is Lenora.  She's pretty
    wonderful.  She can give you more details.
    
    Nancy

    BTW, The Framingham Animal Humane Society at this time resides in
    Southboro, on Oregon rd. (Sorry Nan, but it's not in Framingham, YET!)
    
    Lenora had two black kittens left when I left the shelter last Sunday.
    They had medium long to long hair and are wonderful! Lenora is a GREAT
    Foster Mom! ;-)
    
    Just thought I'd fill in the latest info on the litter. ;-)
    
    Yonee

    re:  .138
    
    Thanks to all of you who send me mail - I received two kittens for my
    birthday last night - both from shelters.
    
    Thanks again.
    
    Tricia
    

    Looking to purchase a male himalayan kitten.  Would prefer white.
    VMSmail is POWDML::SAULNIER.  Have a lot of love to give a kitty.
    DTN 223-7772

   Phil Barrett
   TAXFRE::BARRETT
 
   I'm entering this for my mother who lives in Needham, Ma. Please 
   contact her directly.

   Wanted: Bluepoint male Siamese. CHF. for breeding.

   Contact: Libby Barrett
     Phone: (617)444-3696

    

    I've just bought a house in Nashua, and I need some warm, furry bodies
    to help me occupy it.
    
    I'm looking for two sisters, no particular breed.  I plan to leave the
    litter box(es) in the basement, so they have to be old enough to handle
    stairs, but not full adults.  I'll be checking the various shelters in
    the area.

    
    	Please check out the Pat Brody Shelter for Cats (see note 17)
    	in Lunenburg, Mass. She's only about 1/2 from you, if that
    	and she has loads of kitties waiting for adoption.
    
    	I was adopted less than two weeks ago by one of her brood, and
    	haven't regretted a minute of it. Even if she doesn't have actual
    	birth sisters all of the cats get along with one another so two
    	females would be no problem.
    
    	Hours are flexible, but by appointment only.
    
    	Phone numbers:    Shelter: (508)-582-6116
    		          Adoptions: (508)-582-4539
    

    This note is being entered for a friend who is looking to adopt a
    long haired female cat.  Please forward replys to Cartun::Fahle.
    
    Thanks,
    Judy
    

    Okay, it's been long enough; after 18 years with the most beautiful,
    unique, loving (I could go on for pages, but I won't bore you) cat
    in the world, I couldn't even consider another when I had to let her
    go three years ago (kidney failure). Now I'm ready for another, and
    since I've found both of my dogs through the DOGS notesfile, where
    better to look for my next cat than here?
    
    I'm looking for a short-to-medium hair female, preferably a Russian
    Blue or clone (all grey!), but I'm not locked into that breed. Actually,
    I had thought a Maine Coon would be neat to have at some point - my
    Beagle needs to be put in her place every now and then ;-).
    
    I don't have my heart set on a kitten, in fact it might be easier
    to take on a grown cat (but not too old - I don't want to go through
    that loss again for a long time). I live in Newburyport, Mass., and
    it's just me and the two dogs in the house.
    
    I know she's out there somewhere, I'm just waiting to meet her!
    
    	/Harry

    
    Sandy's asked me to ask you all if anyone knows of a Himalayan (or
    mostly Himalayan) kitten available for adoption.  Anywhere within
    an hour's drive of Marlborough is worthy of consideration.  "Kitten"
    means less than six months old, and the younger the better (within
    reason).
    
    I guess she's decided that it's not fair that I'm having all the fun
    with my three mouseketeers, and she's realized that Chunky's getting
    on in years and would like there to be a continuing companion for
    Caspar Kelly when ...
    
    We're willing to buy a pet quality pure bred kitten, but I'd prefer an
    shelter adoption.
    
    len.
    

    Hi.....maybe all you feliner's can help us out.  We are looking for
    people in this note file who raise exotic shorthaired cats.  We do
    raise persians ourselves and have one exotic shorthair that we love to
    pieces and then some!!!!!  We are looking for a show quality bi-color
    female that we can take to shows and that would fit in great with our
    breeding program.  Exotic shorthairs are a dying breed and we want to
    keep it going!!!  So, put on those thinking caps and let us know who
    has some great cats!!!!
    
    
    
    Thanks,
    
    
                             Hal

    Len...
    
    You could always call Priscilla at the Pat Brody shelter or other
    shelters to see if there are any himalyan mixes.
    
    I should be working at the shelter this Sunday...so I can keep my 
    eyes open for you too.
    
    Sandy

    Hal,
    
    Please write to Marlene Balzer off line (SANFAN::BALZER_MA).  She is
    good friends with a former Feliner, Cindy Gerry, who raises exotic
    shorthairs in Garnder, MA.  Marlene can give you Cin's number, and I
    guarantee she will be a wealth of information and knowledge.  Cin is
    upfront, honest, and doesn't pull punches.  What you see is what you
    get.
    
    Good luck!  A friend of mine has a neutered cream tabby exotic from Cin
    who cleaned up in the alter class a few years back.
    
    -Roberta
    
    -Roberta

    WANTED:  Tri-color, less than 6 mos old.
    
    Please contact directly:
    
    CRL::"GROOT@WORLD.STD.COM"
    
    or home phone:  Barbara or Groot   617 789 3854

    I am looking for a new kitten to be a companion for my 1.5 yr old Jazz. 
    Jazz is a fluffy white male with light brown markings around the face,
    ears and tail.  He's a mix of (I think) Himalayian and American
    shorthair.  
    
    We want a cat with similar coloring and probably a female.  The
    coloring is because since Jazz is white all our dark clothes show his
    hair and if we got a dark cat all our light clothes would show hair. 
    
    Gender is not esssential to me but my wife thinks a female would be a
    good choice.
    
    Other than the usual getting along stuff is there an issue with putting
    a new male kitten in with a mature male -vs- a new female kitten
    joining our household?
    
    I'm reluctant to go look in a shelter since most of the cats are older
    and I don't want to fall in love with a kitty that wouldn't suit my
    wife.  Jazz has turned into "my" cat and my wife wants one for her own.
    Jazz like her fine but he comes running when I pull in, he hangs out
    with me, lets me hold and brush him...
    
    Any free kittens that fit this situation?
    
    Thanks,
    
    
    Marv
    

    A few suggestions::::
    
       o if you can't find a kitty via the file.  Bring your wife to
         a shelter and have a kitty pick her.   At this time of year
         there are many kittens at shelters that are in desparate need
         of a home and believe me one kitty will choose her!!!  I'm not
         sure where you live but if you let us know I'm sure we can
         direct you to a close shelter.
    
       o If your interested in a Siamese mix (tan with dark points) please
         read note 4.523.   Fido needs a good home......
    
         Sandy

    ...where are you located?
    
    At Central Animal Hospital - in Leominster, MA - there is a kitten
    left (there were three) who is beautiful.  Don't know its gender
    but you could call them (508) 537-0239 and ask anyone who answers
    the phone - any questions regarding her adoption.
    
    Marilyn
    

    I live in Nashua and there is a large shelter in town.  Maybe I can
    talk Joyce into a visit there on Saturday.
    
    Thanks so far,
    
    Marv
    

    Yes, as Sandy mentioned, there are many kitten s att he shelters right
    now. 
    
    As of last Thursday, Framingham Humane had a delightful little white
    guy that is shaped exactly like a Siamese, and has the blue eyes. His
    name is Chip, and he's probably about 5 months old right now, but still
    definitely a kitten. He's one of my favorites (as you can probably
    tell) and I know he would love to have a new home soon.
    
    I'm answering here, even though I have a feeling this note will be
    moved, in case the original noter is only checking this note number
    before being notified. ;-) 
    
    I think my shelter may have a couple of fluffy siamese mix also. I
    can't rememebr if they have been adopted yet, as they come form foster
    homes on adoption days. We do have some great kittens though!
    
    Yonee

    Hal, why don't you go to the Qualifier in Marlboro this weekend. 
    Anyone
    with a good Exotic will be there and perhaps you can make a connection
    :')
    Karen

    
    	Karen,
    		We will be there.  Not sure if it will be Saturday or
    Sunday.  Saturday, our kid has a soccer game at 1pm and Sunday,
    I leave for CA.  Jeane will more than likely go Sunday....  :-(
    		This will be a major bummer because if I don't go with
    Jeane, she may end up bring one, two or more home with her.  We've
    contacted one person who is going to be there and will be looking
    at some pictures then.  
    		Do you have any idea the hours of the show???
    
    		Thanks,
    			Hal

    
    
      
    I've decided that my little girl Spooks needs a companion.  She
    hasn't taken well to Henry's absence (see note 617) as they were
    best buddies.  My other cat is much older and while they co-exist
    relatively peacefully, she really needs a playmate.  I've put together
    a list of wants below.  Most are negotiable as I'm a sap when it 
    comes to cats that need homes.  The ones that aren't negotiable 
    (such as age) aren't because I don't like older cats - but because
    Diesel won't take kindly to being anything less than the reining 
    monarch ;-)
    
    	- Age - As young as possible.  I'd really like to find a kitten
        that's just 8 weeks or even less.  The best kitty I ever had 
    	was one that was only 4 weeks old and had to be dropper-fed
    	for a while.  I'd love to find a little guy who needs a Mom.
    
    	- Sex - preferably male.  This is negotiable but I feel a male
    	would fit into the current scheme of things more easily. 
    
    	- Color - I've seen beautiful kitties in every cat-shade
    	imaginable but my least favorites are orange and calico.
        I love tigers, black & white, grey, whatever. 
    
    	- Fur - Prefer long hair, but doesn't really matter.
    
    	- I'd like to find a kitty that really 'needs' a home.  There
    was one at the Humane Society which was adopted before I got in 
    touch with them that was 6 weeks old and had been burned (I don't
    know how) - he just struck me as a little guy who really  needed a
    home and a fresh start on life. 
    
    Please get in touch with me via any of the following if you can 
    help: 
    
    	- imokay::blundell
    	- DTN 226-2073  or (508) 486-2073
    	- (508) 537-0806 home - call anytime
    
    

All this talk about Himalayan kittens, I just had to reply.  

I have a lovely Himalayan female kitten available.  She is solid black with 
great big beautiful copper eyes.  She has all her kitten shots, rabies shots,
feline Lukemia shot and is in perfect health, so there won't be any added 
expenses for vet bill and kitten shots.  She's 14 weeks old now and really 
sweet I would willing to place her out at a very reasonable price.  

If your interested call for details

Valerie Rossi
"Valique Himalayans"
DTN 264-5780
Eve (603) 424-2128

    Looking for a Blue Point or Choc. Point, female kitten ?  Does
    anyone have some kittens for sale and ready now ?
    
    Thanks,
    Nancy

    I have already responded to Nancy personally, but will post here 
    in the event that anyone else may be looking...
    
    Jimmy and I have 2 female seal lynxpoints (Mary and Lydia), 1 female
    chocolate lynx point (baby A), 1 male chocolate lynxpoint (Wizard)
    and 1 female blue-eyed white oriental s.h.
    They were born April 6th and have had all the first shots including 
    rabies, come with a veterinarians health certificate.  They are
    extremely affectionate and busy!!!  Raised underfoot and the dad
    was CFA's National best Colorpoint in the 87-88 show season.
    I require a spay/neuter contract.  Price is negotiable, a good 
    home is the most important requirement.
    regards,
    Karen

    blush...:')
    Thanks Yonee,
    I wish you could have one.  I took so darn long trying to decide
    what to do with these little ones.  I had thought I had decided to
    keep Wizzer (Wizzard) and show him in premiership.  Now, I just don't
    know.  Mainly I can't keep them all.  Cassie (Now Mama Cass!) is due
    in early December and I have just repeated the breeding that produced
    Chessie and Choco.  I will be having to decide again.   I love to show
    the kitties and everything else actually.  Just wonder if I will reach
    the point when I can't place anymore.  Linda can vouch for how
    difficult this is.  BTW I have two pictures of Chessie at my desk now
    in ZK if anyone is around and wants to see them.
    Karen
    
    ps.  I thought for sure Wizzer had permanently attached himself to 
    Steffie's behind and was hiding under her coat for a quick departure
    8'}
    The ol' Tah-meister was thinking he could get used to spoiled skin
    skritches too!  What a silly doof he is!

    Yonee!!  Somehow, your note has vanished.  Something screwed up, I
    tried to fix it by putting another reply in, and when I tried to delete
    my reply, it somehow deleted yours as well.  Can you re-post please??
    
    Holly
    

    Sure! And after I complimented you on doing such a good job! 8-} ;-)
    
    It will seem kinda funny to post this again AFTER karens note, but what
    the jist of the note was, is how absolutely, wonderful, exquisite,
    beautiful, soft, playful, friendly, cute, adorable, social, gorgeous,
    and on and on..... Karen's kitties are!
    
    Anyone deciding on one of her kitties, could do far, far worse believe
    me! They are wonderful kids!
    
    I also thought at least ONE kitty  was going home in Steffi's coat
    tails!  Literally!     8-)
    
    Yonee

    My kids have finally won me over and we've decided to grow the family
    by one more member.  Now does anyone know anyone in Northern MA with
    a cute, adorable kitten to give away.  Thanks.
    
    Bob (dtn:381-1750)

    
    
    	Bob,
    
    	A suggestion would be to check at the Pat Brodie Shelter.
    	There is an adoption fee, but it is well worth it. Contact
    	Sandy Merritt for more information.
    
    	I just recently adopted a kitty from the Framingham Shelter...
    
    
    	Keep us posted... 
    
    	Mike
    

    A friend of mine is looking for a Burmese.  She lost her 13 year old
    Burmese to bowel cancer about 6 months ago.  She would prefer a female,
    but either kitten or cat is fine.  She would be happy finding one that
    needed a home (from a shelter).  Any leads are most appreciated!
    
    Thanks,
    Karen

    Hi,
    
    I'm looking to buy a persian kitten and would like to know if anyone
    has a white and grey one.  If not, do you know of any pet stores that
    might have one?
    
    You can send e-mail to csac::leblanc.
    
    Thanks,
    
    Linda
    

    RE: 170, my friend has adopted an oriental mix.  Thanks.
    
    -Karen

    Sharon Gregoire in Methuen has one(sort of).  Her number508-688-7796
     after six in the evening or her work number til 3:00 is 
    508-682-4477 (Uptown Chicken!)  
    
    I just called her and asked for the specifics:
    1 Dilute Calico (blue, cream and white)  female
    1 Blue/cream patched tabby female
    She is asking $250 for each
    
    Her cattery is immaculate and I would recommend her most highly.
    Karen

    Brian,

    Check out the Pat Brody Shelter for Cats.  They are in Lunenburg, not
    too far from Worcester.  I got my 3 "brats" from there, and they are
    little buzzsaws (purrers) full of love for EVERYONE.  The cats/kittens
    at PB are all in a communal living area (actually 2, one for kittens
    and one for cats) so they are use to having other cats around.

    There is a note in here about PBS, 17.*.  You can get the phone number
    and the names of a couple volunteers from that note.

    I HIGHLY recommend PBS for Cats.

    M-L

    Brian...
    
    I know the Pat Brody Shelter has limited kittens right now...but you
    could always call them and let them know what your looking for.  The
    number to call is 508-582-6116.
    
    I know they do have a few kittens...(some being mixed Siamese) but I'm
    not sure they have exactly what your looking for.  
    
    Sandy

    HI THERE!! I AM JUST VISITING A FRIEND, AND THEY LOGGED IN FOR ME.
    
    I HAVE ONE BLUE EYED WHITE FEMAL KITTY THAT IS LOOKING FOR A HOME.
    WE COULD TALK ABOUT THIS MORE OFF LINE.  "WHITEY" AS SHE IS CALLED
    WAS BORN LAST APRIL AND I MENTIONED HER IN THE KITTIES FOR SALE AD.
    
    CALL ME AT HOME; 508-256-3371.
    
    REGARDS AND HELLO TO ALL!!
    KAREN
    
    PS, HI YONEE! SURPRISE SURPRISE :'}
    

      You might also check with Sandy Graeff in Charlton.... Sandy's rescue
    operation is known as "Purrfect Pets", and that's where we got our
    little black beauty, "Peppurr". Sandy doesn't have a large number of
    animals up for adoption, but she may have something that fits your
    need. Sandy has a $25.00 fee which we found to be very reasonable, and
    if the animal is not spayed/neutered, she asks for a commitment to have
    this done. She also has low-cost spay/neuter sources that she can and
    will refer you to if needed. 
      We got Peppurr as an 8-9 week old kitten, and she's a real super
    cat...coal black with golden eyes... Her and one of my Beagles, "Sam",
    are best buddies, and it's a panic to watch them play with each
    other... 
    
      John McD

    Hello!
    
    I am looking for a siamese kitten. Sex and length of hair not
    important. Papers are not necessary either.
    
    Please contact me during the day at 603-883-8297 or by e-mail anytime.
    I live in Nashua and work at ZKO.
    
    Serenity Starbright

    Family in Londonderry, NH is looking to adopt a kitten!
    
    Please contact Kathy at DTN 264-6486 if you have a little one
    that will be ready for "adoption".
    
    Thanks!

    Hi!
    
    I'm looking for a "look-a-like" Maine Coon kitty (I can't afford a
    purebred).  I'd prefer a female.  I have a 1.5 yr female domestic
    long-haired kitty that is very lonely during the day and is looking for
    a playmate!
    
    Please contact me by e-mail on MPGS::GIOMBETTI.  
    
    Thanks!
    
    Joanne
          

    Joanne...
    
    If you live in the Lunenburg area...you could call the Pat
    Brody Shelter (508-582-6116 or 508-582-4539).   We usually have
    quite a few Maine Coon mixes...or atleast kitties who have that
    look.
    
    good luck...Sandy

David D'Alessandro
TROOPR::DALESSANDRO
DTN 237-6604
Work & Live in Shrewsbury, MA



I want 1 female kitten for my 3 year old daughter.

David'

    While it is great that you plan to provide plenty of love, warmth and
    food, are you also committed to giving the cats the appropriate
    vaccines like distemper and rabies (especially rabies; it's endemic
    in some areas and outdoor cats require this vaccine; in fact, it's a
    law in some states now), but more important, *spay and neuter* them? 
    Cats reproduce at an incredible rate and it is even more devastating
    when close inbreeding is involved, which will happen if these cats are
    left to breed at random.  There is a reason why shelters require a
    spay/neuter deposit, and they are not profiting from such a request.
    
    "Free" kittens are not necessarily free.  Many free kittens do not have
    the appropriate vaccines, so be prepared for some "start-up" costs.
    
    If you do manage to find a mom/litter, I do hope your wife and daughter
    plan to spay and neuter the cats to prevent adding to the already
    unmanageable overpopulation problem our country has.  Maybe you have
    already decided this and if so, I apologize for sounding crass, but
    your request struck a nerve as I have a very negative view of "barn
    cats."
    
    -Roberta
    
    

    
    Roberta,  Thank you for your reply,  I read the same message in the 
          original request. As a responsible pet owner, if .0 gets a 
          mom cat and kittens, it will cost way over $25.00 to give 
          all kittens their shots and follow up on spay nuetur. 
          If one is not willing to do this, there should be other methods
          of getting rid of mice.
    
    Shaw

    Thank you for clarifying your intent.  It just wasn't clear from your
    original message, and as cat lovers we want to see the best for all
    cats.
    
    -Roberta
    

    I am looking for a particular 'breed' of cat. (Actually a related
    cat, to a fine friend that a particularly nasty ex-neighbor dropped
    off 10-15 miles from my house a year and a half ago the day after 
    X-Mas)
    
    I am looking for a 'kin' to my cat Pumpkin, who had the following
    characteristics: She was polydactyl (sp?) with opposable (two) thumbs
    on each front paw (she had an extra joint that kitties normally don't
    have on thier dew claws), she was a calico (real patchy/streaky), She
    had a sense of humor (really, she would tickle me with her nose to hear
    me laugh, she would most often do this while I was driving!!! And she
    would wake me on snowy cold rainy mornings by standing on my
    chest until the blankets soaked through, when I started, she would give
    me a head butt and prance away... fond memories ...)
    
    Any way to cut to the chase, I am out in WA doing contract work for DEC
    and was hoping to find someone who visits the Nashua/Hudson/Salem
    Humane societies or the So. NH shelters to find a likely kitten/young
    calico polydactyl (female in case you hit the one in 3000 male calico,
    I am allergic to male cats) in the hopes of finding a related cat. 
    Pumpkin was a stray that was rescued as she cleaned herself on the
    double yellow lines of a road in front of an elementary school. We
    advertised her no one claimed her, and I fell in love with her. Her
    family is in the prodigious-fast_breeder catagory (we took her in to
    be fixed, and the vet said she was expecting, we took her in before she
    weaned her kittens, and the vet said she was expecting ... we put her
    on house arrest until she was fixed! And as a friend said, there is no
    such thing as a free kitten, each litter cost us about $200 to 'give
    away' after shots and 'starter kits' ... But they are worth it!). I
    still have several of her offspring and they 'play well with others' so
    the prospective new one would be neither unloved, bored, or lonely.
    
    If someone finds a likely prospect, I'll be happy to make the
    arrangements to welcome them to the West coast (or wherever the next
    contract takes me, but I kinda like it here :-)
    
    Thanks for listening,
    John
    

My former spouse has our two cats (Holly and Felix), and she's going to be
moving at the end of this week.  She plans to take Felix, but unless I can
find a good home for Holly, she'll be putting Holly "to sleep".

I'm currently living in a Hotel and can't take her myself, but the thought
of having her killed is absolutely heart wrenching.

Holly is a petite female Calico. She's a clean indoor cat, and has an adorable
personality.  We got her as a kitten the year we were married (1980), and
I think that the former Mrs just needs to purge herself of that memory.

I have until this Saturday morning to find a new home for her, and I'm feeling
more than just a bit desperate.

Please help if you can.

Thanks,

 --Gordon

    I am looking for an adult Siamese or part Siamese cat with a good 
    disposition.  This is for my mother's upcoming 80th birthday.  She
    and my father, who is 83, both love cats and have had Siamese cats
    in the past.  Since they are elderly, but both fairly active, I 
    would want to make sure the cat is gentle and affectionate.  They
    both would give the cat a lot of loving attention.
    
    Please send mail to TASEVN::WILCOX if anyone knows of a cat such as
    I described that is looking for a good home.

    hi;
    
    i have a kitten just like that. i am fostering him until i can find a
    home for him. i found him in the parking lot of my apartment building
    about a month ago. he is about 3 months old. i have 10 cats altogether
    between my house and my mothers so i really have no room for him but 
    would love to find a home for him.  he is very sweet and very playful.
    
    where are you located.  i live in leominster mass.
    dtn 223-3186.

    Hi,
    
    	I just found out that the kitten I am looking for is called
    Marmalade white/orange tiger kitten.  I would like to adopt a
    6-8 weeks old male kitten.  I have tried all the shelters but
    no luck.  I have been told that this is not the right time to 
    look for one.  If anyone comes across this type of kitten,
    please let me know. 
    
    	My dtn: 247-2988 or you can send mail to SALEM::Unalkat
    and I am located in Billerica, MA.
    
    Thanks,
    
    

Hi,

I am looking to adopt a female kitten to be a 
little sister to a one and a half year old
female cat. I am looking for a kitten who is
feline leukemia negative (if the mother is
negative her kittens will be negative), since
the cat I already have is negative. 

If you know of any kittens looking for a 
good home please contact me.

Thanks,
   
  Mike

    Mike,
    I'm not sure where you live, but if you are in the
    Mass/NH area, you should contact the Pat Brody Shelter
    for cats.  I know they have many cats for adoptions
    and I believe they just took in some kittens.
    
    The number is 508-582-6116. You will most likely reach an
    answering machine and just leave a message and a volunteer
    will return your call.
    
    Good luck...sandy

    hi;
    
    i also know of two female kittens about 6-8months of age that are
    adorable and looking for a good home.  i am fostering them now. i 
    also have 10 other cats that are mine and would love to keep them 
    but my space is limited.
    
    jeane
    

    Hi Mike,
    
    If you live in the vicinity of Tufts out in North Grafton, you should
    give a call there.  They always have kittens/cats available for
    adoption.  Just call the Small Animal Hospital at the vet school.
    
    Good luck!
    -liz

    Shannon Leger
    dtn: 237-2281
    MPGS::leger
    
    
                         LOOKING FOR A KITTEN?
    
    
    We are looking for a Kitten for our daughter.  Does anyone know of
    any Kittens?

    Try a visit to the Pat Brodie Mem. Shelter in Lunenberg, or any shelter 
    in your area.  I believe the Pat Brodie has a whole wing for kittens.
    
    Failing that, contact your local vet.  Our's found homes for Ninja's
    6 kittens, one kitten at a time.

    If you can hold off for a little while, there are bound to be loads of
    Spring litters.  It's getting to be the time of year when cats start
    mating and pretty soon there are so many kittens that they become hard
    to place.
    

    An' look in the adoption note # 4. too.

    Kitten Wanted - My 19year old son has been looking for a Rust & Cream
    color "kitten" for 4months and has had no luck in finding one.  His 
    birthday is coming up in April and the kitten is the only present he
    has asked for.  Of course it must be Free(the humane society wants $80
    which we cannot afford), it must have short hair, and he loves the Rust
    & Cream colors (or as he puts it-"just so it is adorable"). Our last
    cat (Cuddles) died last fall and my son has missed him terribly.  The
    kitten would have a wonderful home with a loving family to care for it.
    
    We are located in Southern New Hampshire and hope to find a kitten in 
    this area.  If you know of one, please send mail to Smurf::McLinn.
    Thank you for your help!
      

    Not to sound harsh here...
    It would be cheaper to pay the 80 dollars at the shelter.  Usually
    the kitty comes with a health check up and shots.  a "free" kitty
    can run you over 100 dollars for shots and check ups, let alone
    is it in good health.  There are no free things in this world anymore
    sorry to say.
    Karen

    I'm not sure if this applies, but often the cost of adopting from
    a shelter includes low cost spay and neuter and will save you money
    in the long run.
    

    I have to agree that there is NO such thing as a free kitten and
    normally the adoption fee covers the medical costs that you would be
    spending if you brought them to the vets yourself.
    
    
    Sandy
    

    
    
    re. .0
    
    Unless you are looking for a particular color for breeding, the color of 
    the kitty does not make any difference in the "lovability". I understand
    the color preference, but just going by color, you may miss out on some 
    awesome companions. Some of the most intelligent and affectionate breeds 
    don't come in rust and cream. Offhand, I can only think of 2 shorthair 
    breeds that come in that color, tabbies and Japanese bobtails, even then 
    these 2 breeds tend to be tri-colored, black, rust and cream. I recommend
    going with the most affectionate and healthy kitty you can find. Color
    is fur deep. 
    
    
    $80 is actually pretty cheap, the first 3 vet checkups and shots can run
    over $200 total. If money is an issue, a young neutered cat from the 
    shelter could be a better choice, since neutering cost around $70.  
    
    
    Eva                                                                
    

    
    The three cats we adopted cost $50.00 and they had had all their
    tests and one was alreay spayed, they other two they told us were
    spayed/nuetered but it turn out they weren't, the shelter however
    payed for that cost later on. This was over a year ago so with the 
    rise in expenses I don't realy think $80 is much considering the 
    owner was responsible enough to take the *free* kitten for a 
    checkup and spay/nueter in the future. 
    I have also seen poeple that adopt animals and never bother about 
    FIV, FIL testing and shots and sapy/nuter. 
    What one should consider is when you adopt an animal you are
    responsible for it's well being and health, vet visits and sometimes
    even surgery and unexpected expenses. So in my opinion and this is just
    my opinion please no-one take offense, if one cannot afford $80.00 
    for all the services provided, then maybe one should get a stuffed 
    animal that will not require additional expense. 
    
    Shaw
     

    
    
    
    	Shaw,
    
    	Your last line was a bit harsh.  I know you said not to
    	take offense but...
    
    	I know the basenoter personally and she is a very responsible
    	person.  And she also stated that she had a cat once before.
    
    	I know a lot of this is a tender subject with some of us but
    	she's never noted in here before so can we be a little less
    	"preaching"?
    
    	JJ
    

	I'm with Shaw.  The original note doesn't make me think that the
	kitty will be well-cared for.  "Free" kittens in the San Jose area
	are going to run $110 for tests and vaccinations (IF you get a good
	kitten plan) and another $100 for spay/neuter (a little high, but it
	includes the blood panel).  C.A.R.E. kitties come a little cheaper
	ddepending on age and number of remaining vaccinations and shelter 
	kitties are a real bargain.

	To the original noter:  please rethink whether you can really afford 
	a cat right now.

			SQ

I hesitate to get this started, but....

I'm with JJ.

The thing that bothers me most about this notesfile is the sanctimonious,
self-righteous attitude of some (not all) of the contributors.  Thank God I
didn't have to be examined to determine my "rightness" for cat ownership. 
I'm sure I wouldn't have measured up.  And, four kitties wouldn't be enjoying
the good life (according to my standards, no one else's).

Lighten up, why don't ya.

-Patrick and the gang (Chester, Farley, Jeremiah, and Mellie)

    I just want to remind those of you participating in this topic of a 
    few of the rules of the FELINE Notesfile.  These rules can be found 
    in 1.* if anyone wants an opportunity to review the ones I didn't
    include here.
    
    >	2. The Golden Rule - Do unto others ...
    >	   o Treat others, especially newcomers, as YOU would like to be
    >	     treated.
    >	   o Discussion of differing opinions is encouraged; Flaming is not.
    >	   o Ad hominem attacks will not be tolerated (and that includes
    >        ad hominem attacks on the moderators).
    >	   o Value Differences
    >
    >	3. The Golden Mean - Nothing in Excess
    >	   o If you've made your point and still feel compelled to
    >	     continue the argument, TAKE IT OFF-LINE.
    >	   o If one or two people have said it, don't feel compelled to join
    >	     in and say it again as it can be quite intimidating if you are on
    >	     the receiving end. We want everyone to feel free to express
    >	     their opinions.
    >	   o If someone says "stop it" or "leave me alone", STOP. Failure
    >	     to do so constitutes harassment under Digital P&P definitions.
    
    Jan
    Moderator, FELINE

    
    
    Well I am sorry if you got offended. But volunteering at a shelter 
    and having to deal with a lot of returned animals my sympathy is 
    with the animals not the humans.  The way I saw it is this, if a 
    person cannot afford the $80.00 then what this transalets to, is 
    the cat will not be spayed/nuetered, it will not get its annual 
    vet visits etc. 'cause all of the above will cost more than 
    $80.00.  I am not preaching or anything like that. Just speaking from 
    my own personal experience. 
    
    Shaw

    Well, time for my 2 cents worth. I'm going to start by saying I agree
    with Jan. 
    
    I've actually exchanged mail with the person that is looking for the
    kitten (here was a cat at my vets office that met the specs the noter asked
    for except that they were looking for a kitten). Anyhow, based on the
    mail, *I* think that this family would be ideal to adopt a kitten. I
    think that the kitten will get a lot of love from a family that has had
    cats for years and wants another cat in there life, but maybe just
    doesn't have a lot of spare money right now.
    
    Deb 

    
    
    	Shaw,
    
    	Let's say she gets an 8 week old kitten.  First round  of 
    	shots will probably cost in the vicinity of $30 give or
    	take a few.  The kitten doesn't need to be spayed/neutered
    	for another 6-9 months.  In that period of time, either she
    	or her son have the opportunity to save up that amount of
    	money to pay for the operation.  IMO, I still think you're
    	being a bit harsh.  I too talked to her via e-mail (as I 
    	said, I know her personally) and she has done her fair
    	share of helping unwanted/dumped cats.  There is no doubt
    	in my mind whatsoever that a cat owned by her and her family
    	will be a happy, healthy kitty.
    
    	And FWIW, I also volunteered at a shelter but my opinion
    	still stands.
    
    	JJ
    

    
    I think we are not in the business to judge who should or should not
    have animals. All we can do is to present the facts/info/experience/
    options and let the noter decide for herself what is best for her 
    situation, IMO. There are happy cats in all walks of life and there
    were happy cats before there were vet visits and cat supplies. IMO,
    cats are completely self-sufficient, they don't need us to survive.
    
    
    Eva

    
    Well, I'm flabergasted! I honestly had no intention of stirring up such
    harsh feelings and raw emotion. Let me offer a few words of explanation.
    
    I am: 1. A person who has taken in two starving/abandoned cats in the 
             last 8 years; fed them, gotten them vacinnated,examined, and
             had surgery done on them when needed. 
          2. A person who loved both of her cats dearly and spent hours 
             spoon feeding and holding them when they were ill. I grew them 
             their own catnip plants and made them very special beds too.
          3. A person who does not let others torment animals.
    	  4. A very poor person-yes poor- who's colledge educated husband
             has been unemployed for almost a year (and she still wants a 
             kitten????).  Yup! That's right.
             You see, my family and I know that many people do not have
             their pets neutered; have unwanted litters, and throw these
             beautiful animals in the woods, etc.  We would love to offer
             a home to one of them, because; we are a family with much
             love.  And by pooling our money we have always managed to get
             shots, etc. for our cats (a little at a time).
          5. A person who cares for all forms of life....even yours. 
    
    So please, please don't pass judgement on people...that's why our 
    society is in such a mess right now.  I know that all of your hearts
    are in the right place but you can't always know where people are
    coming from.  Have a little trust in humanity!    Cheers            

re .217
    
>	There are happy cats in all walks of life and there
>    were happy cats before there were vet visits and cat supplies. IMO,
>    cats are completely self-sufficient, they don't need us to survive.
    
	If only that were true!  One of the worst myths is that cats can
	survive on their own.  I'm doing full-time consulting for one of 
	our customers.  They lease Stanford property in the hills and we 
	have lots of wildlife, including cats that have been dumped.  (I
	know they've been dumped because we have pure-bred Siamese out
	here with the rest of the mixed kitties.)  Unfortunately, FeLV 
	has hit the population.  Some kitties have been mangled in car 
	motors where they hide for warmth.  Some are in fairly poor shape
	from fighting or cancer.  Others are road-kill or dinner for the
	wildlife.  And they depend on the kindness of employees for food
	and fresh water.

	I know this is off the subject of the original issue, but 70% of 
	the animals adopted in our county are abandoned.  It makes me 
	physically ill.  And I'm not sure how questioning a commitment is
	tantamount to being sanctimonious -- reality for most kitties stinks.

			SQ

    
    .219
    
    	I am sorry but I can't agree with you. If humans don't interfer
    with feline lives, like separating kittens from their mothers and
    littermates before they learn their life skills, like declawing them, like 
    keeping them inside the house all the time, like transplanting them to car 
    and disease ridden areas, cats can survive and have always survived in the 
    wild. Only when humans stunt the kittens development that they grow into 
    cats that cannot fend for themselves. 
    
    
    Eva

    I *do* agree with .219.  If humans "don't interfere with" felis
    DOMESTICUS, they are domesticated animals in a shrinking, increasingly
    hostile "wild" and are subject to all the ills (rabies, etc.) and
    wretched attrition of the truly wild animals who are starving in
    *their* habitat.
    
    Leslie

    For god's sake, folks, let the steam out.
    
    Any each of us tries his/her best to help the animals. The adopter too,
    and Shaw too if being afraid for the to-be-adopted cat. As it stands,
    do not judge for not to be judged. I feel with Shaw (most humans
    deserve what he wrote) and I feel with the adopter (for the few humans
    the adopter belongs to makes it worth while). I think Shaw did not want
    to hurt a person, he wanted to protect a cat. 
    
    It depends on the side you look from, doesn't it?
    
    I think the situation has been totally cleared for now, yee?
    
    Luv each other, lad 'n lasses, please...
    
    Meow, Nat

    
    I don't want to get into a rathole, but cats would not be living
    in crowded areas if humans don't bring them there and abondone them.
    The cats population will regulate itself like the rest of the living
    things on this planet, except for humans who invented all kinds of
    interventions. The domesticated cats are not less equipped than their
    wild cousins. 
    
    
    Eva

    I feel I need to say something here.  It has turned into a rathole, but
    it is sparking too many feelings with all the noters.
    
    This world,such as "we" have made it, is what it is.  Many animals,
    plants, etc. are losing because of choices "we" make.  Cats as we know
    them cannot survive the wild for long.  As stated in previous notes,
    there is disease, there are cars, there are larger animals that are
    carnivors.  The domestic cat is just what it has been made.  They
    were adapted thousands of years ago, not by us recently. (key word
    here is domestic)
    
    They cannot survive for more than a couple (give or take) years in the
    wild, no matter how they get there.  It is proven, that an indoor 
    cat can live a healthy, happy life for around 20 years with proper
    feeding and medical care.  How can that be compared to the "happiness"
    of an outside cat?  Those that have to brave cold, rain, snow and
    all the other garbage out there.  It is really enjoyable to see a kitty
    dying of malnutrition because it ate a mouse and now has worms or
    toxoplasmosis.  Great food, huh!?
    
    Let's have the humans regulate themselves.  No more medicine, no
    vaccines, no cancer treatment.  Hey for that matter, grow your own 
    food and see how far some of us get!  We would start to drop like
    flies.  This earth has become what we have made of it.  It is best 
    to take responsibility where needed.  
    
    We need to make a choice, Pets or NO Pets.  How many of us could not
    get another when ol' buffy dies??  That is one of the "hidden agendas"
    of the animal rights people.  Be smart on your choices and think
    in terms of reality not ideals.  This world IS reality.  Take good
    care of things you love, and they will take care of you.
    Karen
    
                                     

    
    
    Ok, this is my last reply in this rathole, since there is a basic difference
    in our views. Humans have come very far, 50,000+ years, and always had their 
    own medicines. Another animals the same way. Native Americans understand
    that wild animals know how to take care of themselves, including eating
    stuff to cure themselves. That's reason why cats eat grass occasionally,
    to make themselves throw up. Humans had been and still observe and learn 
    from other animals, since they've been around longer than we do. From
    my perspective, human interventions in the modern way basically degrade the 
    gene pools in some cases, by allowing weak and defective genes to propagate 
    and create super drug resistant strains of diseases. In the short run,
    we seem to have improved the quality of life, but in the long run, our
    modern practices *may be* detrimental in to the survival of different
    species.
    
    I understand taking responsibility in our actions, however, we need to 
    realize that we, humans, are at the bottom of the totem pole, not the
    other way around. There are still alot of things we don't understand.
    Thousands of years is a nothing compared to the big time line.
    What is the "human" difference between an Egyptian mummy and us? None.
    There are still humans, living in the "wild", in Australia, Borneo,
    in S. America, Central America, the Middle East, in Mongolia, in Asia and 
    not too long ago in N. America. 
    
    Enough of this, I won't go any further, since philosophical differences
    cannot be easily resolved.
    
    Eva
     

	I certainly wouldn't blame the "new noter" here if she never wrote in
this notesfile again.  To her defense, there is nothing wrong if she/her son
wants a particular color kitten.  Many of us prefer a certain breed, and I
imagine it's understood she also would like a healthy, loving kitten.
She doesn't have the $80 for a kitten now, but saves up and provides the
cat with the medical attention it needs.  It sounds like a very loving
household to bring a cat into.  Cats do not survive well on their own, no
one can convince me otherwise.  I was feeding Gypsy's family outside, all but
one have seemed to disappear.  The kittens would be about 1 1/2 years old by
now, not a very long, happy life I.M.O. 

	I didn't want to contribute to this rathole, but those of you who
criticized should open up your eyes and be a bit more understanding.  Ask
for more facts instead of just assuming and not be so quick to judge!  

	Laura	     
 

	On a different note, I have a coworker who wants to adopt a kitten.
	She doesn't seem to have any particular preferences, so if anyone 
	in the South San Francisco Bay area has a line on one, please let
	me know.

	SQ

    I believe that Andrea Bogle's cat is expecting a litter in the 
    next month or so.  They probably won't be ready to go to homes
    until around May or June depending on their date of birth though.
    I can't remember exactly when she thought they were due.
    
    Also, the vet Jo Ann works for took in a momma cat and her litter
    a while back.  Don't know if they still have them or not or even
    how old they are at this point but it might be worth checking out.
    Send mail to JULIET::CORDES_JA and I'll pass along her work number.
    
    Oh, if there's anyone out there interested in an adult cat (or two
    or three or four), I still have my 4 foster cats and Jo's vet has
    several "special" cats that need to be placed.   I think Jo said 
    they're currently supporting 10-12 cats at the cat hospital that 
    were left there because of their special needs or because the owners
    did not want the expense of carrying for them and the medical bills
    that went along with whatever problem they developed.  
                                                            
    Jan

    I am interested in finding either a young cat or a kitten.  My local
    humane societies don't have any.  Thought maybe someone here would know
    of someone who's cat either just had or will soon be having kittens.
    
    I have always had 2 cats and after just losing one of them unexpectedly
    a couple of weeks ago both my other cat and I are lonely.  Dusty is 4
    years old and roams the house meowing looking for Ziggy.  He looks in
    all the rooms, the corners, under the beds, etc, all the while meowing. 
    I think we both need a new member to add to the household.
    
    Anyone out there looking for a good home for their kitten/young cat? 
    Dusty is an indoor/outdoor cat and the new cat would be the same.
    
    Thanks,
    Joanne
    
    DTN 275-3239
    home: 5(08)433-8991
    

    Check out note #4.  There are (unfortunately) many cats looking for
    homes.  This file is a very good source as people can tell you names,
    ages, who the cat gets along with (small children, other cats or dogs). 
    
    
    Linda

    Joanne...I'm not sure where you live but I do know the Pat Brody
    Shelter has some beautiful young cats and they are just starting to
    get some kittens in.  Give them a call if you live in the Lunenburg,
    Ma area.  508-582-6116
    
    Sandy

    I have left  a message at the Pat Brody shelter but I had heard they
    would only place cats in homes where they would stay indoors and my
    cats go in and out all day!
    
    Thanks for all the answers.  I will keep looking.
    
    Joanne

    We adopted a kitten from the Pat Brody shelter a couple of years ago
    and had no problem with Priscilla when I said on the application form
    that the kitten (Princess Jasmine) would be going out when she was old
    enough.  As we had two other cats which are indoor/outdoor I felt that
    it would be difficult to make sure just one stayed in.
    
    As it turned out, Princess is an indoor only cat by HER choice.  She is
    extremely loving (on HER terms, of course) with the family but is the
    stereotypical "scardy-cat" around strangers, unknown animals, etc.  She
    sits by the door and watches her two older sisters outside but jumps
    away from the door as soon as it is opened.  As she is now 2 years old
    and has never touched a blade of grass, we don't even try to encourage
    her to go outside.  She still gets rabies and FELEUK shots as she is
    around the other two cats all the time.
    
    I would just talk to Priscilla if you decide to check out the cats at
    Brody's.
    
    Linda

    Actually I did write to Joanne off-line because I do know the
    shelter would prefer to adopt cats as in-door only, but I do know
    that we have many cats that are considered indoor/outdoor.
    
    My guess is what Joanne could have heard was that Priscilla might
    have turned down an adopted parent because they wanted an outside
    cat but yet they lived on a busy road. 
    
    Sandy

    You're right Sandy,  I did explain to Priscilla that we lived in a
    quiet area on a cul-de-sac with woods and fields all around.  She was
    very thorough in checking us out and we did get a follow up phone call
    from a volunteer to see how Princess was doing!
    
    As I said previously, the whole issue is moot for us as Princess
    decided (much to my delight) that she would be an indoor only cat!
    
    Linda

    Hi, I have 2 calls into the Pat Brody shelter and am awaiting a return
    call.  I also am going up to Suncook, NH tomorrow to meet Charlie, as 
    described in a note as needing a home.  So hopefuly I will find the
    "right" cat to adopt in the very near future.
    
    Thanks again for all the input.
    
    Joanne

    
    	I have two Maine Coon cats - 9 months old and
    	am looking for a Persian/Himalyan (really flat-faced)
    	cat to add to the family. I know a breeder in Fitchburg
    	who has a five month old - white/orange and black,
    	which I will see this week - but it doesn't sound
    	as if the face is that flat.
    
    	Does anyone have any leads. I've looked in the Worcester
    	Telegram and closest kittens are in Shrewsbury - I'd
    	rather get closer to Leominster. I also called the
    	Brody Shelter first where I got my Coon cats - but
    	its rare that they would get a litter of purebreds.
    
    	Any help would be appreciated.
    
    	Thanks,
    	Gael

    Gael,
    I know who has some very excellant Persians and Himmies also.
    You would need to get out of the Leominster area though!
    They both live in MA.  One in Haverhill the other Swampscott.
    If you are interested I can give you their numbers.
    Karen

    Karen,
    
    	Haverhill is not too bad -- I would love the name
    	of the contact/number. Thank you very much.
    
    	Gael

    Gael,
    You can call Sharon Gregoire at 508-688-7796.  I think she has some 
    kittens and young adults.  She takes very good care of her kitties.
    I think you would be very happy with one of her cats.
    good luck, tell her I sent you btw.
    Karen

    I adopted a four year old purebred persian on Saturday.
    the people had to start sitting for their little grandaughter
    who is alergic. He is already getting along beautifully with
    my two maine coon cats. First night he (Shamus) spent huddled
    under the couch. Next night I awoke to find him sound asleep
    in my bed. He is huge and soooo adorable.
    
    	Thanks for the ideas.
    	Gael

    S. Leger
    Mpgs::leger
    dtn:237-2281
    
    
                       Looking for a kitten
    
    
    We are looking for a Kitten.  Can anyone help.
    
    

    Sure. Check note 4 and all the shelters. And eventually consider to get
    an adult cat - they are also sweet and they have less chance in
    general...
    
    Nat

    Check note 932.  There is someone who is trying to find homes for 2
    kittens.
    
    Marilyn
    

    Hello I am looking to adopt a cat, that gets along with dogs.
    I have a small dog, half westie half maltese. He is ten years
    old.  But with me at work all day long, he is very lonely.
    The vet suggested a cat, to keep him company.
    So if anyone knows of any cats (preferably a female) that are
    in need of a home.  Please let me know.  I am also looking for
    one that is up to date on all its shots, etc..
    
    Thanks,
    Jenn

Jenn,

I hope you're also looking for a cat because *you* would enjoy having one
and play with it, and want to keep it after the dog is gone.  Just something
to think about before you get it "for the dog".

Laura

    
    We're finally ready to make the plunge!  We are ready for commitment!
    
    After much thought, my SO and I are ready for two kittens, 
    preferably as soon as they are ready to leave the mother (if they are
    a few weeks past that, that's o.k. too).  If you know of anyone with 
    a cat that will soon have her babies, please let me know!
    
    I can be reached at work:  MROA::UNGER or 297-9169 
    or at home:  (508)624-7527.                  

    Kitten wanted:
    
    We have just lost our approx 13 year old cat (to FIV - and yes, we have
    been assured by the vet that a new kitten entering the household will
    be in no danger of contracting now that the carrier-cat is gone).
    
    We're looking to adopt a new kitten.  We'd like a female, and would
    LOVE a double-pawed girl.  We want to start with a baby, 6 - 10 weeks
    old.
    
    We have one other 7 year old neutered male cat (who has been tested for
    FIV and is defineatly negative and was strictly seperated from the sick
    cat as soon as the problem was determined).  We also have a 8 yr old
    neutered male German Shepard who is very friendly, affectionate,
    playful, and wonderful with cats, as well as two horses.  We offer an
    excellent, loving, experienced, and permanent home in the country.
    
    Located in Weare NH, will travel within reasonable distance.
    
    Please send mail to doovax::coburn if you know of any female
    double-paws.  Thanks!
     

    Laura StGeorge
    DTN 223-9255
    POWDML::STGEORGE or Laura StGeorge @MSO
    
    Wanted:
    
    2 Kittens male or female for my children's Christmas Present.
    If I have to wait until after Christmas that is fine.
    
    Thank you.
    
    Laura

                       Would like to have A Kitten
    
      
     JoAnn Richards
     dtn 264-2857
     Node wmois::richards_j
       
                    Kitten for Christmas
    
    I need some help, I am looking for a 6 week to 8 week old gray and
     white kitten for my three children for christmas, we had a cat about
     2 years ago, but unfortunately he is no longer with us, we have
     recently moved to a much bigger home in the woods and would love 
     a cute little kitten, I need a kitten because we have a dog and I 
     would like them to get along from the beginning. If you can help or
     know of someone who could please write.
       
       Thank-you
       JoAnn Richards
    
        

Need a kitten to love.  Does anyone know of a 6-10 week old kitten, 
preferably a female, that needs a loving home?  (Ayer, Massachusetts area 
only)  
Please contact Stacey At DTN 244-7937.   

    
   Does anyone know where I can purchase a Maine Coon cat for my daughter?
    Her white angora just had to be put down (cancer) and she is
    heartbroken and wants a Maine Coon.
    
    We live in Derry, NH. Any information would be appreciated. 
    DTN 275-2569.
    
      Thanks, Kevin 
    
                 

    
    See note 88.53
    
    Also, you may find a Maine Coon lookalike at a shelter.  That's where I
    found my Pretty Boy Floyd.
    
    len.
    

    KITTEN WANTED:
    
    Must be the time of year.  We haven't had any luck finding a kitten
    in local shelters/vets.  We are looking for a short-haired female, 6 -
    12 weeks old.  Breed/color completely meaningless.  We offer an 
    experienced country home with a 4 yr old neutered male cat who loves other
    cats and is very good natured, a German Shepard who grew up with cats
    and loves to kiss their faces, and 2 horses.  This new kitten will be
    spayed asap, obviously, and will live the indoor/outdoor as she chooses
    lifestyle.
    
    Must be free. :-)
    
    If anyone has any leads in the S. NH area, please send mail to
    mtadms::coburn.  Thanks!
        

    It's really considered off-season for kittens...but if you
    wait one or two more months...believe me there will be
    zillions of homeless kittens around.
    
    You say it "must be free" but are willing to pay medical costs.
    I know you can adopt a kitten from the Pat Brody Shelter that
    will be spayed/neutered, tested for Feluk/Fiv and given the
    appropriate shots for $50.  Your medical bills will cost alot
    more then that...so in reality a free kitten is not always
    the cheapest way out.   
    
    Good luck in your search....

    I am looking for a female Maine Coon(sp?) Cat. Kitten to 1.5 yrs old
    Any help would be appreciated.

    Where are you located?
    
    Dennis

    
    Hello all...
    
    I'm looking for a male kitten - preferably short hair -
    and I am partial to gray kitties (russian blues?) because
    I have had 2 in the past - 1 was put to sleep this past
    august at the age of 18 and the other became so attached 
    to my mom and dad and their yard that he has taken up
    permanent residence with them!  
    
    In any case...  I have contacted the Pat Brody Shelter and
    the nice woman who called me back explained that is it not
    their policy to let only 1 kitten go to a home without 
    other cats - I have explained to her that we are getting
    a puppy as well and would like the two to grow up together
    and get used to each other early in life!  She is checking
    it out and getting back to me on that...
    
    In the mean time I figured I would check out the feliners and
    see if there are any suggestions in here...
    
    Thanks!
    
    MaryJo
    
    ps... The kitty would be indoors and would not be declawed.
    
    

    
    re: .-1
    
    I am located in Clinton, Mass - working in MRO & PKO
    
    

    
    I might still consider getting two kittens.  They will be much more
    company for each other and have the advantage of ganging up on the
    pup.;')  If the cat will be indoor only, will the dog be spending most
    of it's time inside, outside, going places with the family etc?  While
    the puppy and kitten will most likely be friends the dog will probable
    look more to the people for attention.
    
    MaryAnne

    My cat Polly just had three beautiful babies (early this morning).
    Obviously they won't be ready to adopt for about 8 weeks, but I want to
    start looking for loving homes. One is a black tuxedo cat, the other two are
    black and gray tuxedo-tigers. At least one appears to have double paws,
    like his/her mom! It's too early to tell the sex. They're really tiny
    and I don't want to pick them up.
    
    The mom was tested FeLV/FIV negative, and is current on all shots.
    
    Let me know if you're interested. Cat lovers only, please! Also, if
    you live near a busy street, I'd like it to be an indoor cat.
    
    Anne

    My mom (in Westboro, MA) is looking for an adult (1 to 5 years old)
    DSH, preferably male, with a BIG personality!  By that she means a cat 
    who will run towards people instead of away from them; a real gregarious 
    "party cat" who loves people, "talks back", is playful but not a
    curtain-climber.  She hopes that it would have been neutered at the
    appropriate time (not "last week", with a history of spraying).
    
    It would be an indoor cat (nice Victorian 1-br apartment with 2 sunny
    bay windows just waiting for a cat to claim them), with no other pets.  
    Mom would definitely consider a deaf cat; she's had one before.  She 
    isn't prepared to handle any other (existing, serious) health problems,
    though.  Oh, and size doesn't *really* matter  :-) but Mom really likes
    huge cats (not obese, but a big frame, well filled out).  Declawed is
    not a problem (preferred, but let's not get into THAT religious war!).
    
    Does this sound like somebody you know who needs a nice home, an
    immaculate litter box and undivided attention?!  If so please send mail
    to MPGS::WOOLNER or leave a message at my home phone, 508-845-8301.
    
    Thanks,
    Leslie
    
    P.S.  Mom just called to say that she has an appt at the Pat Brody
    shelter on Saturday night (6/15)--I'll go with her so maybe I'll meet
    a FELINER or two, and maybe even the cat of her dreams :-)  

    The Pat Brody shelter had JUST the right kitty for Mom.  His original
    owners named him "Mr. Kitty," and he's an apparent Siamese/Main Coon
    cross (if you can imagine that)!  Mom promptly came up with his new
    name (which will be phased in so he can get used to it): "Thaicoon".
    
    Thanks to everyone who forwarded leads to me, and special thanks to
    Sandy Merritt (we've exchanged lots of emails) for tipping us off
    to Mr. Thaicoon Kitty.
    
    Leslie  

    And I'm so happy Mr Thaicoon Kitty found a wonderful home
    to take special care of him!!!
    
    What a unique combination (Siamese/Maine Coon) but what
    a gorgeous kitty with a Great personality!!!!   I knew
    your Mom would like him instantly!!!
    
    Sandy M

    What does this kitty look like?  Inquiring minds want to know :-)
    

    Okay...I'll take a stab at explaining what Mr Kitty looks
    like and Leslie can correct me if I'm wrong.
    
    Very big long hair kitty...with a big gorgeous tail...just 
    like a Maine Coon.   Has beautiful Blue eyes just like a 
    Siamese.  He has some Siamese coloring (light tan) but also
    has some stripes/swirls throughout his body.  He has a gorgeous 
    face with beautiful stripes.   
    
    And he has a wonderful gentle personality!!!
    
    Sandy
    

    Yes, Sandy described him purrrfectly!  And I defy anybody to
    look at him without their eyes bugging out and their jaw dropping
    to their knees.  This is one stunning cat.  We haven't heard his
    voice yet--this despite a 45-minute ride to his new home--but he
    has a "popcorn purr" so loud that the vet can't hear his heartbeat!
    
    We had read the current advice on getting new kitties adjusted to
    their new home, but "Thaicoon" seemed so relaxed about everything
    that we set his carrier in the room where the litterbox is and
    opened the carrier door.  He sauntered out, sniffed the box, walked
    unhurriedly to the living room and spread out!  Mom cracked, "This
    cat is obviously a nervous wreck."
    
    His eyes are *ice blue* and slanted just a little... big snowy-white
    ruff, biscuit-colored shoulders, white feet, and markings as Sandy
    described.  One in a million, if you ask me!
    
    Leslie

    sounds gorgous! He and your mother are lucky to hvae found each other!
    
    Deb

    
    
    
    I'm looking to adopt a kitten (for a friend - it's a gift) anyone know
    of any kittens (over 6 weeks) that are in need of a well-balanced and
    secure home?
    
    Let me know ASAP..the kitten is intented as birthday gift for a very good
    friend on mine whose birthday celebration is the 20th of this month
    
    Deb
    
    225-7200

How about checking the local shelters for kitten volume, 
and then giving your friend a gift certificate to pick out 
the kitty of their dreams at the shelter with the biggest 
choice (or at any of several shelters in your area).

Save a kitty, get them a gift they like, all in one step.

    Deb,
    
    I'm sure you have, but please make sure your friend *wants* a
    pet and is ready to make that lifetime commitment.  (Sorry; bells
    & whistles go off when I hear "pet/puppy/kitten" and "gift" in the 
    same sentence!)
    
    Good luck in your search,
    Leslie

    
    I happen to catch the news this week and they were mentioning a pet
    store in Wellesley, didn't catch the name.  People have been dropping
    of kittens at their door step.  All the kittens that I saw were
    adorable and cute. They are all for adoption but I don't how you
    would go about contacting them.
    
    Anila
    
    

Interested in locating a Flame Point Himalian kitten.
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I am looking to adopt a female siamese, preferably a kitten, preferably an 
applehead!

I have been wanting one for some time now, and my SO wasn't crazy about the 
idea, saying if I get another cat he can get a dog...ummm, no..I don't think
so since it's my house.  I finally got him to agree in a round about way.
I once again said I wanted another cat, and that I'd have no more than three
at one time, unless it was a short foster home situation.  Funny thing, he
then said "no way, three max".  I knew I had him then..that's one more than I
have now, so it's time to bring the count back up!

If anyone hears of one, please let me know!

Thanks,
Laura    

I'm looking to adopt 2 kittens.  I'd prefer that they be of the
longhair/furball variety but I'm starting to realize that you can't
be too picky this time of year.

I was originally interested in getting persian kittens.  I had one
as a child and thought it was the most lovable and laid-back cat I'd
ever seen.  I'm not willing to spend the over $300 it takes to get one
of these kittens however, so I'll settle for other longhair varieties.
Actually I'd even settle for making sure that just one of the two
kittens is longhair; I'd be interested in adopting one shorthair
kitten as well.

I've been calling animal shelters without much luck.  It seems that
this just isn't the time of year for finding kittens.

I live in Upton, MA and work in Littleton.  If you know of anyone
looking to give away kittens in this area please let me know ...

Thanks,
Sean Cudmore        DTN: 226-6590

    	Sean, have you tried the one in Hopkinton? It's either Hopkinton
    	Humane or.... maybe Baypath. They're right off of rt 85.
    
    	Sherry
    

    If you can't find a kitten right now just wait a month or two.  Most
    shelters will be up to their eyeballs in them in a couple of months.
    
    Jan

    Sean -
    
    If you wouldn't mind an older cat, the Pat Brody Shelter has some
    purebred persians available for adoption.  They are beautiful and had
    belonged to a breeder who decided to get out of the business.  
    
    If you have web access you can check out their site at:
    
    	http://catsontheweb.com
    
    or get in touch with me.
    
    Gita

    I am looking for a purebred Siamese Kitten in the New England area. Can
    anyone refer me?
    
    
    Thanks
    Bonnie

    I've been looking to find either a siamese or burmese kitten as a pet.
    If anyone in Notes land has one available or knows of a place that does
    I'd greatly appreciate it. 
    
    thanks
    
    Andy Starvaski

    Any pregnant kitty-moms in the Southern New Hampshire area?  My daughter
    and I are FINALLY able to have pets and are ready to be adopted!  We
    definatly want 2 cats.  My daughter wants a kitten and I would like to
    adopt a needy feline from the Nashua shelter.  So if there are any
    expectant cats out there who will be looking to place their kittens,
    let me know.  My daughter really wants an orange marmalade kitten but
    I'm sure she may fall in love with any color if she's handed one.  Let
    me know.
    
    Thanks!
    Terri  

    ... it helps to put my information, doesn't it?
    
    Terri Jeffreys
    dtn: 264-2345
    MKOTS4::JEFFREYS
    Jeffreys@mail.dec.com@exchange

    Terri...
    
    You could contact the Pat Brody Shelter for cats in Lunenburg,
    Ma.  508-582-6116.   I know right now they have a few kitty mom's
    who just delivered babies about 6 weeks ago...so the kittens
    would be ready in a little bit.  She normally adopts them out
    at 12-14 weeks...and that is after they have been spayed/neutered
    and have received most of their kitten shots.
    
    They do have some GREAT adult cats too.
    
    Good luck...
    

    And the Pat Brody shelter has both a marmalade and a creamsicle-colored
    kitten (same litter).  The creamsicle is going to be an absolutely
    gorgeous long-hair when fully grown.  They are both around 8 weeks old
    and won't last once they're ready for adoption.
    
    Gita

    Thank you!  I will give them a call... sounds like they have alot of
    kitty's looking for homes.
    
    Terri

    I am looking to adopt a kitten (shorthaired).  I love 
    black and white kitties, but I'm not opposed to any color,
    as long as he/she has short hair, comes from a healthy mother
    in a clean home.  If anyone knows of someone who's cat is
    having or has had kittens, please contact me 223-9457.
    
    I kitty died on New Years Eve day, and it hasn't been
    the same since.  I really need a new kitty.
    
    Thanks,
    
    Gail

    Gail -
    
    There are 4 black & white kitties almost ready for adoption at the Pat
    Brody Shelter in Lunenberg.  They are all adorable and appear healthy,
    alert and should make wonderful companions.
    
    You can check out the shelter's web site at:
    
    http://catsontheweb
    
    There's a form you can fill out for adoption and you can send email to
    the owner.
    
    Gita