HAPPY ENDINGS

Ten Lives Club Cats make the best pets! Share a Happy Ending with us!
 

Be sure to include a picture or ask for an address and you can mail us your picture of
your Ten Lives Club cat!
 
 
 
MIDNIGHT
(formerly Kindle)
 

Hi I'm Midnight but when I was living at PSP in Cheektowaga my name was Kindle. I was just a little kitten and had many problems. I kept getting upper respiratory infections and all i wanted was to be out of a cage and in my new family's house. I picked to live with one of the volunteers and her daughter. They would come see me all the time and I'd sit on their laps and purrrrr so they would take me home. Once they took me home i got to meet my new sister (Belle pictured with me I'm the black one) Belle is old and didn't like to play but i changed her mind. Now we race around the house playing. I love my new mom, dad, and sisters. They take such great care of me. My human sister dresses me up in her doll clothes, but I'm ok with that as long as she doesnt take me outside like that. Thank you Ms. Dorine for adopting me to my new family. Without you I wouldn't have gone to the home I chose.
Thank you Ten Lives for taking care of me and God bless.
 
 
 
 
 
CAMMIE
 
Hello, this is Alfred Myers. I acquired Cammie or Chamomile from the Cheektowaga Petsmart outlet shortly after Thanksgiving 2011. I went out looking for a new tiger kitten because my beloved old tiger; Spike had recently died of old age leaving his best friend Solomon a Siamese cat alone. Spike was Solomon's mentor and friend ever since I brought Solomon home as a kitten. Spike and Solomon became best of friends and kept each other company when I was not at home. It was very sad when Spike passed and I'm not sure Solomon understands what became of him, just that he was left without his friend and companion. I hated to go to work and leave him by himself. When I went to check out the kitties at Petsmart Cammie was there looking so pretty, and was pawing at me through the cage, chirping and meowing at me in a very outgoing way. The sign on the cage said she was left by her former owner when they moved. Some people should not even get a pet in the first place if they are not committed to their entire life. Anyway, I have a soft spot for calico cats; they are beautiful and are always female. I always think of them as the ultimate momcats, being a mix of many breeds and they take the best care of their kittens. Of course Cammie is spayed which is good, but I have a special respect for the calico cats. The cat species benefits greatly for their existence. Cammie is extremely playful and funny. She runs instead of walking and playfully attacks me and Solomon constantly. Solomon often chases her and plays cat games with her, but so far this happens too quickly for me to photograph.
 
I'm including a picture of Cammie in a rare moment of rest.

 
 
 
 
 GINGER
formerly Glendora 
 
 

Ginger is as happy as a kitty can be and we are so happy to have her as a member of our family. She has even gotten our older cats back into the playful spirit instead of snoozing all day. She has fit right in with minimal fuss! We adopted her from the Pets Plus location on Transit Road . Marlene is an absolute gem! All of our pets are rescue babies and Ginger has renewed my interest in raising funds to help support clubs in the area committed to helping animals find good, loving homes, so they do not have to spend 6 months in a crate as Ginger did or worse, be put down because of crowding, etc. Thank you Ten Lives Club for the work you do and for saving our newest addition, Miss Ginger!!

 
 
 
 
EMMA
formerly Santa's Little Helper
 

Thank you Ten Lives Club!
 
My little guy Hunter couldn't be happier tonight with this special addition to our family! After losing a home and our pets a couple of years ago, we now have a home with a real mortgage (in writing this time!) and the BEST kitty ever as of tonight. Santa's Little Helper (new name of "Emma") has made our Christmas more complete. :) She's a happy purring machine (and if my son could purr he sure would be too!!).
 
 
 
 
ELLWOOD AND EINSTEIN 
 
 
 
  Ellwood and Einstein (Stephan) have settled in wonderfully. They have become great friends with both Obi Wan and Olie. Ellwood is as crazy as ever and Einstein is actually more cuddly and snuggly than any of the others. I've enclosed a few pics so you can see how they've grown.

Kristin H
 
 
 
 
GRACIE
 
 
 
Here is Gracie. We adopted her in March 2011 after we lost our 2 furry friends; Murray 17 years and Misha 14 years to kidney failure. Gracie came from Tabby Town in the McKinley Mall. After a couple of days of hiding she's become a wonderful and loving friend. She's an only cat and it's a good thing, as you can see by the photo she likes to keep her toys all to herself!
 

 
 
HARRY 
 
 
 
 
My name is Kathy and our most recent adoption is Harry. Harry is of course the long haired cat. Our dog Charlie was our first adoption from a shelter. Then a few years ago came Miles also a shelter cat. Well I always visit the kitties at Petsmart when I go to pick up dog food or cat food and when I saw Harry I just fell in love. I couldn't believe someone would just leave him in a house and move out. He is such a great cat! It took me 2 weeks to talk my husband into letting me get him.....the man who wanted no animals. And guess what? Harry is his cat! He sleeps next to him in bed while Miles sleeps next to me, and Charlie on the floor in his bed next to our bed. After one night in his own room we put up a full piece of lattice in the door way so everyone could see each other, but Harry would have none of that. He kept pushing up the lattice and sneaking into the living room to be with the rest of us. They all get along great. Harry and Miles love to play and clean each other. Charlie likes to play too, but I think being kind of big the little ones kinda freak but not for long. They all lay together on the carpet or the kitties as you can see like to take a nap on me. They are so awesome so mild mannered. And they all are talkers which sometimes drives us crazy. Harry sits at the door as soon as he hears the car pull up and is waiting for us. We just love them to pieces, and yes Marianne Harry still has his claws even though he did put a few holes in the front of my couch and love seat. He now wears soft paws on his claws. He is awesome and they are all the best. Thanks for holding on to him because he was waiting for us.
 
 
 
 
 
 
FRASER
Hi, I am Fraser (aka Buoy).  Yesterday was a scary day for me and my brother.  Our owner had died, and her son was bringing us in two at a time to find new homes.  We had gotten to the Ten Lives shelter in Hamburg and were in cages.  A lady called my new mom and said she thought she would like us....and she did.  But she only wanted one of us, and I keep purring and purring and she picked me!  I know my brother will get a home soon.  He was a little upset over the days event and just was not a happy camper.  So I was taken downstairs, and the vet checked me, I was fine (but of course I knew that)  They put me in a carrier and we drove home, I was so happy, I just laid down and enjoyed the fresh air, my new owners had the windows down some.  When we got to my new home......there were two more cats waiting to see me.  I was so happy and came out slowly to meet them......and......they disappeared on me! Bumm.  I keep showing my new mom and dad how happy I was to be with them, and was head butting them in their heads every chance I got.  My new feline friends came out and were hissing at me, I ignored them.....they come around with my charm, I just know it.  At night.  I just could not decide where I wanted to sleep, so tried everywhere.  My new mom and dad were not happy when I keep getting on the very tip top of things ....well, I do weigh 14 .3 lbs, and I guess a few things got knock over, I did not mean to.  When the woke up, I was following them everywhere.  My new sisters are coming along, we are all in one room now, they are still hissing, but I just smile at them.  Tomorrow, I will really turn on the charm and win them over......Thanks Ten Lives!  You helped me find a great home!!
 
MICHAEL
 
Hi my name is Kathy and on March 7, 2011 I adopted a large black and white male cat named Michael. I had been thinking about getting a cat for awhile (I never had one before) and had been unofficially looking at rescued cats for a few months. I wanted a big easy going male. When I walked into Pet Supplies Plus on Union Road  there was Michael, big, and smooshy looking at me. His elderly owner died and he ended at the Buffalo Animal Shelter. I spent some time talking to him and we seemed to click. I took a number from his cage and called to get info on him.  After a phone interview, in which I provided references, (which checked), I came in to pick up my big boy.
 
I thought Mike would hide under the bed for a few days, but he did not. He went under the bed a short time, came out to look around, went back under for a bit and came back out. This went on for a while, he did not look scared or nervous, just curious. After a couple of hours, I told him I was going to hit the couch and watch TV. When I did, he came to me meowing. I told him to come up and he did, jumping on my chest and rubbing his head on my face and kneading with his front paws.  We snuggled for a bit, and after a while I looked down and he was sound asleep on his back, 4 paws in the air, snoring!  We have been great friends ever since. He loves to talk and we watch TV together on the couch. His favorite seat is my computer chair (which he is waiting to have back as I type). He greets me at the door and always seems to want to be where I am. Pretty amazing for him to be so close to me in such a short time. He seems very fond of laying with me and putting his front paws on my cheeks and patting me. He uses his litter box like a champ. His favorite toy is a large paper bag (wish I knew this before I bought him all those toys!).
 
I took him to my vet for a checkup and they said he is a great kitty. Very laid back and well behaved, but he needs to lose weight (the vet thinks he  should be around 15 lbs.  He was 18.9 lb at the pound, but is now 17 lbs. We will see how he looks and feels at that weight. (I stood up and he just stole my chair!). Anyways, thanks for such a great kitty. I know he and I are going to have many happy years together. (I think I am gonna need another computer chair!)
 
Kathy J.
 
 
WOLFIE
This is our wonderful little man "Wolfie (Wolfgang Klaus)" formerly known
as "Morris Man." We adopted him in December 2010 after our first little guy; 
Daniel Charles passed away.  Wolfie warms our hearts.  He prances around,
talks and purrs all the time, sleeps with us at night, and makes us laugh.  
He loves the sunshine and he especially loves to be snuggled.  
 
The Ten Lives Club filled a sadness that Daniel Charles's passing left us
with, and our family thanks your organization for your time and compassion
 with these lovable animals.
Sincerely,
 
Caroline and daughters; Alison and Madeline
 
 
 
JACK
 
Thought I would send you a picture of our happy ending. I adopted Jack from you guys about 6 years ago... He's a great cat, very happy (was actually purring when I took this...)
 
Thanks for everything!!!
 
 
Kaluha
This is our baby Kaluha that we adopted from Tabby Town in March 2011.  I came into Tabby Town looking for a cat to make my new house a home. I instantly fell in love with her sweet little face and need to talk, and knew that I had to have her. I came back the next day with my boyfriend and we made it official. The only problem was, waiting the 2 weeks before I could take her home. We adopted her but could not take her for over two weeks until we were able to move into the apartment. I came at least twice a week every chance I got, making a 40 minute drive to spend some time with her, and kissing her 100 times before leaving, wanting to take her home every time. We finally picked her up and she adapted so much better than I could have ever imagined. She is the sweetest cat I have ever had and we could not love her anymore. She brings a smile and laugh several times a day and shes the best especially after a rough day at work. I cannot thank the staff at Tabby Town enough for caring for her so well, as they do all their cats and making her the sweet pea that she is today. I will definately adopt again and Tabby Town will be the spot. 

Thank you again and just know that she has a great forever home her with us.

Sincerely

Angela and Ken
 
 
 
Our Abbey your Jello
 
Here is our Abbey, formerly your Jello. We adopted her from you in August of 2010.
She had some adjusting to do because when she came here she wanted to be Queen but we already had one so she is settling for being the Diva. They won't sleep on the same bed, but they will sleep in the same room. Maybe some day? 
 
For those who remember her, she is still sitting up on her hind legs and "raising the roof" as we call it. It's a mystery why she does it but I knew she did it cause the kids at the shelter mentioned it to me.  Roxy (queen) looks at her as if to say, "girl what are you waving at?"

Since adopting her we have also adopted a dog from a shelter. They are all getting along very well.
 
Thank you so much for our Abbey and we will continue to support your efforts.
 
 
 
Prince
(formerly known as Timothy)
 
Hi guys its been a few weeks since Timothy now known as Prince has come home to Norah and I and its been a rough adjusting period... The reason for the name change was because for the first few days of him being home he would not eat on his own... I would have to pick him up and set him in front of his food and pet him the entire time just to make sure he had some food in his belly! So I began to call him my little Prince.. I figured that after him having spent so much time with you at the shelter he deserved to be treated like royalty! He is very shy and skittish and spends most of his time hiding in either small or dark places. He showed me a hole in my cupboards that I never knew existed.

He becomes very talkative at night after the lights are turned off and last night he even ventured out and let me pet him for about 30 mins and even jumped up on the bed with Norah and I for the first time since he has been home. Prince is teaching me major patience and he is such a blessing! Norah is sometimes not too nice to him but other times they are ok together.. Its like a love hate relationship... I just love both of them so much and if  I could take more of them I would!  Thank you again for saving these lives... I know that if Prince was at the SPCA they would have probably put him to sleep but thanks to you guys I was given the opportunity to take him in! Thanks again... More updates will come in the future...
 
 
Myles (formerly known as Frick) and Sasha 
 
I'm writing today to send our heartfelt thanks to you and your staff.  To Marianne @ the Petsmart location and to the Tabby Town Employees, a special thank you for our newest Family members. 

In November 2010 we adopted Myles (formerly known as "Frick") from the Petsmart location on walden. He has been such a wonderful addition to our family. Full of energy and love I couldn't imagine my life without him!  Then in January 2011 after dinner we decided to "waste time" walking around the mall before a movie. When we walked in I noticed a worker putting our Sasha back in the cage. A couple had met with her and then put her back! I walked over to see her and after one look into her beautiful green eyes I HAD to take her home. What a surprise to my husband who had been asking me for a second cats for weeks. I had been very reluctant and told him no.  Guess thats what they mean when they say that animals find you ... we don't find them. The first 2 almost 3 weeks were very stressful in our house due to our very playful Myles, After many phone calls to Tabby Town for advice we finally have a peaceful happy home.

So thank you again for the help Tabby Town... You always hold a special place in out hearts !  
 
Love,
 
 The Bolduc Family
 
 
Nora

Hi Ten Lives... I adopted Norah from you back in the beginning of November of last year. I wanted to let you know that she continues to do well. She is my little cuddlebug who sleeps with me every night and is practically attached to my hip whenever I am home.. I have been wanting to adopt another one so that way when I am at school and work she wont be so lonely... I am so glad to see that Scout got his forever home.. I had wanted him but havent had the extra money to get him at this point. I'm hoping that at some point in the next month to be able to adopt again and I was wondering if there was a particular cat that has been hard to place or been with you guys for awhile who needs their forever home and that would make a good match for Norah...? Shes loves to play and run around the apartment in circles and I want one who will play with her but also be another cuddlebug for me... please let me know... Thank you and thank you for what you do everyday for these animals!
 
 
Sadie
(formerly known as Who Am I)
 
Thank you for the opportunity to adopt Sadie, formerly know as "Who Am I".  She is such a sweet and loving cat, cuddles with me and she is also comical, she runs through the house and loves to play with a ball of yarn.  I thought it would be nice to let you know, we love Sadie and she had no problems fitting in with our family. 
 
Purrs from Sadie
 
Sandra Z. and daughter
 
 
 PRINCE
 
Hi Dorine
 
Pam told me you wanted me to email you and let you know how Prince was doing. Well...pictures speak a thousand words. He had no trouble acclimating to the other two. In fact, within hours of him coming home, him and Rhodey were already playing. Rhodey was thrilled to have a playmate because Candy and him played, but Checkers fights, and fights dirty, so playing quickly becomes a battle. But as far as Checkers is concerned, he still hisses at Prince, but is not aggressive. If it means anything, Checkers and Candy have been together for four years, and the day before she died, Checkers still hissed at her. He is just like that. He is snooty and hates change, but he deals with it. But below is a pic of Prince found sleeping...UNDER the blankets...in my daughter's bed. Then below that one is the three of them playing on the cat tree. It's like Prince has always been here. that was one reason I wanted another cat quickly because I didn't want the other two to get used to being just them. Three cats at this point is normal for them, and if I waited too long, it may have changed. So here you go, the three brothers hanging together. Thanks for all you did, he is a great addition to our family.
 
Ken Netzel
 
 


 
 
Patches and Sophie
 
Last May I lost my cat Patches (another shelter rescue) to renal failure at 10 years old.  I only had her 3 short years, but she was everything to me.  About a week later I was shopping at the Galleria Mall and stopped at the SPCA “just to look.”  As I walked through,  the name Patches caught my eye.  What I found were two beautiful cats together (one who looked like my Patches!) up for adoption by Ten Lives Club.  I stopped to see them everyday for the next four days.  I wasn’t ready for a new cat yet, but I was drawn to them.  I was told they were a package deal (although I have a sneaking suspicion Sophie would prefer to be an only cat!) and soon after I adopted both.  Initially they were both very timid.   Within a few days, the little houdinis somehow escaped from the room I had them in - I found one exploring the house and the other inside a dresser drawer she somehow got into from the back of the dresser!  They kept their shelter names, Patches (calico) and Sophie (tuxedo).  I wish they got along with my three dogs better, but they tolerate each other a little more each month.  In fact, the dogs are scared to death of Sophie as she hisses into the room to announce her arrival.  Sophie is very friendly and loves constant attention and head rubs.  She sits with my husband while he’s on the computer, loves to eat, always tries to break into the dog food, and follows me around the house like a dog.  Sometimes we call her ‘dogcat.’  Patches remains skittish and won’t allow anyone to pick her up, but loves to cuddle in bed at night with me.  She’s a light eater, maintains a trim figure and allows Sophie to eat most of her food.  Patches loves a head rub, manicures, and standing guard by the dog’s water bowl.   There is nothing better than waking up each morning with a cat on each side of me waiting for a belly rub.   They are spoiled rotten, have a wonderful life, and they are very loved.  Thank you Ten Lives Club for my 2 beautiful babies! 

Stacey Forgensi
 
  

 
Ozzy and Smokey
 
 
I would like to thank you for giving me the opportunity to take Ozzie and Smokey (formerly known as Four Toes) home. They are so great. My husband said as soon as he saw Ozzie "you are my cat". Smokey is more outgoing and friendly. Ozzie laid back, skittish, but he now is fine with just my husband and myself.  When anyone comes over, he is gone and you don't see him till they leave, but on the the other hand Smokey will not leave anyone alone, he wants all the attention he can get. 
 
Thanks,
Diane & Joe Sansone
 

NORAH

 
 
I adopted Norah in the second week of November 2010. I was going through some things in my personal life and was really stressed out. I saw Norah at one of the stores and fell in love with her immediatly. I decided that I had to have her and that we would do well together. When I went to adopt her and I heard that she had been with the shelter for almost a year or so it broke my heart because she was such a sweet cat and I realized we had a lot in common. I had been bounced around from group home to group home and foster home to foster home for 7 years.  I had to take Norah home with me and give her a Forever Home, which growing up I never really had.  When I first got Norah she was very scared and skittish, and hated being picked up and would not even let me touch her without her checking me out for a while first each time. But within a week and a half she began to sleep curled up with me and began to play with toys and follow me into the kitchen for food whenever I would go in there. She also showed me that she would prefer to drink from a cup rather than her water dish. And the patch of fur that was missing from her tail is starting to grow back! She is such a sweetheart and I'm so happy that we found each other!

Thank you Ten Lives for helping to save these cats and find them wonderful homes! I'm thinking about getting another one from you in the future.! there are two of my favorite pictures of her attached. The one of her drinking is about a month old and the one of her sleeping is just yesterday. She is such a sweetheart and thanks to Ten Lives we both have a happy and safe forever home!
 
 
 
 
 
Evelyn
Hi. We adopted Evelyn on Tuesday December 21, 2010. She checked out her new home and made her way to the couch to join the kids for a movie. She fit right in!Thanks so much for the perfect match! 
Merry Christmas!
The Pfeffer Family
 
Remy
I became a Ten Lives Club supporter when I Adopted my cat, Remy from you two years ago. I was recently lucky enough to win the television in your Christmas raffle. I thought you might like to see a picture of Remy checking it out. 

You cannot see him all that clearly, but he really is a beautiful
healthy boy.

Thanks again for the TV and for Remy!
Roberta Pomeroy 
 
 
 
 
BrittanyKitty America's Sweetheart 
 

Brittany was that "10 year old Tortie needing a forever home" that wound up in the "senior center"
back in June of this year (hey...you folks offered her with a senior discount!!! How could I refuse?!!) Seriously...she's a jewel. (although are you folks SURE she's 10?..lets' try 5. Like Tigger in Winnie the Poo she bounds off tables and shelves and counters and walls to finally stop right in front of you with a small meow and purrrrrr). This cat has unbounding love and unwavering ability to share it.
Thanks again for the 'baby of the family'
 
(Human..Rich ..age 68
Freddy  cat  age 21
Mrs.B    cat   age 19
Noodles cat  age 13
and Toby..black lab age 13)

Richard McCarthy
 
 
 
 
 
Barry
(formerly Tsunami)
 
 
My mother and I adopted Barry (formerly Tsunami) from your McKinley Mall location in May 2010. LeeAnn was very patient with us, bringing in several cats for us to meet-all very nice kitties,
but just not THE one. That is, until she brought in Barry and he made it very clear that he wanted to
adopt us. He's been perfect for us. He makes us laugh and smile all the time with his antics and
charming purrsonality., and he's a great companion for my mom who's alone all day while I'm at work.

Thank you for all your good work, and we hope all your kitties get adopted by folks
who love them as much as we love Barry!
 
 
 
Milo
formerly known as "Kringle"
 


Milo was adopted by my family at the Ten Lives Club at the McKinley Mall in December 2009.
Again as keeping my promise, here is an update on my "baby, Milo" !  Milo is the heart and soul of our "fur-kids" family...He is wherever I am, loves to play and snuggle with me, my husband, both of my kids, and is truly one amazing Kitty!  At 9 months old he is a very healthy 10.2 lbs....after dropping to 1.6 lbs 2 weeks after adoption, I never thought he would make it!  Since the day he came into our home, he honestly has been the light of our lives. First thing in the morning he is fed... has his kitty milk...and then sits and watches the birds and squirrels in our yard. I am not sure if I feed the birds and squirrels for the beauty I see or the wonder Milo sees, but either way, it is worth the wonder and joy it brings our Big Boy! He is the most playful, loving cat I have ever owned. We are thinking of adopting a baby brother or sister for Milo as our older dogs get a bit agitated by Milo's antics!  We 
can't wait to add another addition to our "Fur-Kid" family! 

The volunteers at the Ten Lives Club, Dr. Fisk, and all others at Concord Animal Shelter are fabulous! Once again, a HUGE THANK YOU, for such a wonderful adoption and addition to our family!!!!  FYI:  Milo is nick-named "Crazy-Cat"  

            Much Love and Appreciation,

            Margie Riggan, and Family  
 
 
China Doll

 

Well it's been one week and life has certainly changed for me.  I've had a sad history, living my full 1.5 years in a cage as a shelter cat with my sister Polly Pockets. Polly was adopted but I was not. I was solonely. I had friends at the shelter though. Poor traumatized Lady sat in the corner after being abused and still unadopted after 4 years. I tried to entertain her, but she was depressed.  Fat Hector swatted at me and I probably annoyed him sometimes with my playful antics, but we were buddies and shared long lonely nights at Pet Smart and the shelters. My only knowledge of the world was other caged cats, shelters, and the nice people who took care of me from Ten Lives and Pet Smart. Aside from the friendly people at Pet Smart and curious customers, my life was a 2 x 3 ft  cage, some play, and the other cats. I slept alot and I really missed my sister.
My people came in to adopt another cat who had left. They talked to me and I let them know I wanted OUT. I purred, I swiped, I even showed them that I was smart enough to know where to get out of the cage - I just didn't have the key. They decided to take a chance on me after seeing me play with my pipe cleaners and foam balls and my friendly demeanor. Maryann came to interview them and they purchased everything I'd need, they adopted me, and put me in a cat carrier - I was terrified.

The problem was I had never lived in a home. I had never seen the outdoors for long and I felt like I landed on another planet. I decided to hide in a corner of the basement for most of the first day. Finally the lady who adopted me came and pulled me out of the corner. She told me it would be ok. She sat in the basement with me and petted me until I felt that I could trust her. The people who adopted me talked to me gently and petted me whenever I felt safe enough to let them. They gave me treats. I finally decided after two days to venture upstairs where I saw many frightening things. One is called a tv set. The other things that scare me are doors, sudden movements, and outdoor noises. However there is a quiet screen door that allows me to watch birds, bunnies, and anything the breeze blows by, and I find these things absolutely fascinating. I meow alot.  After a week I'm beginning to understand that this is my home, my people, and my screendoor and my sunroom. I can't go outside, but I can watch the things that go on out there - I never knew that this world existed! I like fresh water and food and treats. 

My people call me all sorts of names but mostly China Girl, because my original name was China Doll and they want me to feel comfortable with my original name. Sometimes they call me Chin Chin or other names because they are not sure they want to keep my name the same. I know when they are calling me and I like them. I am learning not to be afraid. I like it here and I'm pretty sure they like me alot too. They pet me alot and tell me it's ok. So there are happy endings for little cats like myself and I just want to thank all the people at Ten Lives and Pet Smart who took care of me until I could find a home with people who really love me.  Thanks and happy trails to you!  
 
 
 
Super Cat
 

Look What the Easter Bunny Brought! We are happy to introduce you to “Super Cat” a male tabby who was found on a property in North Boston, NY on Easter morning - all skin and bones with no tail and wounds on his back legs. The day after he was found, Super Cat’s rescuer brought him into the Ten Lives Club shelter where he was examined by our vet. His wounds were tended to and he was put on IV fluids as he was very dehydrated. The vet felt that he was possibly a bob-tail mix which explained the lack of a full tail. We were thankful that he didn’t lose his tail in a fight or through abuse! Super Cat has been given lots and lots of canned and dry food, and of course lots of love. After only 10 days at the TLC shelter he has gained a remarkable 3 pounds! He is a loveable boy who purrs all the time and loves attention. TLC neutered him and combo tested him and he is now completely healthy. His wounds healed nicely. 
 

Once he gained a little more weight, he was taken to TLC's McKinley Mall Adoption Center. One evening a young couple came in just to look at the cats. They were going from cat to cat and none of them seemed to be what they were looking for. They came near Super Cat's condo and I told them that he didn't have a tail. The couple suddenly perked up and wanted to know more about him. I told them his story and they said the wanted to take him into the meet & greet room. After talking with them while the got to know Super Cat, we found out that they had recently lost a cat after a long illness and much money trying to save him. Turns out the cat that they lost had no tail either. After they had decided that Super Cat was going to go home with them the next day, we put him back in his condo to rest up for his new adventure.  Super Cat started to suck on his blanket as he had always done since we had gotten him.  I pointed this out to his new Mom and she started to cry. Believe it ort not, the cat they had just lost used to do the same thing. Looks like it was fate that this lovely couple and Super Cat's paths crossed. I have spoken to Super Cat's new parents since they took him home and he has settled in nicely with his new surroundings and his new brother. What a happy ending!  
 



Goodness
(update)
 
  
Our little Goodness is wonderful! She is super spoiled!!! She loves to play! We have her mousies that she loves to chase around, a feather stick, and cat cubes with a tunnel attached to them!  She loves to have the mouse thrown in one end and she runs through it to get it! She loves looking out windows (we have sixteen of them). We recently moved into the house next door and she did wonderfully! There are two kitty friends next door that are outside in the summer that she sits and watches. There are squirrels and chipmunks that she stalks from the big picture window to the front door. She has a tv table she sits on to watch all the activity. She also has our kitchen chairs with a cardboard box (she lays in) to watch the kitties next door. She gets mad when I leave for work.

She fluffs her tail and runs all around the house meowing! When we get home, she is usually at the door where she lays down for us to fuss over, and we do. She has her own blanket on a dresser that she sleeps on. The top of the dresser is hers. She follows me around the house when no one else is home and will stretch up on us to be picked up. We keep telling her she's cat, butwe think she thinks she's a dog. She  "answers to her name and loves kisses! She has bowls with princess" writtenon them.  She is a total indoor cat! She sleeps with the kids most nights and naps on the dresser.  She loves boxes and she has the best temperment! We hope you enjoy the pictures (taken at easter time). She is still small! She's already a year old and the vet doesn't think she'll get much bigger.  We love her so much!!  She is sooooo spoiled!!
 

Hope all the kitties get new homes soon! 
 
Sincerely,

Garth, Dara, AJ and Megan Anderson  aka-Goodness' dad, mom, brother and sister
 


Milo formerly Kringle
Ten Lives Club: 

I wanted to give you a quick update on Milo (formerly Kringle) he was adopted from the McKinley mall location in December 2009 at 12 wks old, he had a tough start losing alot of weight....but, as you can see he is now one BIG kitten! Milo is the sunshine in my day. From the time I wake up he is with me....all day, every day. He follows me from room to room chasing my feet, jumping on our dogs and eating me out of house and home!  I wouldn't have it any other way! As you can see, he is sooooo very spoiled, every morning I move a chair in front of our kitchen window  so he can keep an eye on the birds and squirrels that live in our trees. I am also sure that he thinks he is one of our dogs (we have two) since whenever I let the dogs out Milo comes running too (although he never goes out)! He has his own kitty door to our basement where his food and litter box are kept, tons of toys, and an attitude that keeps me on my toes! He regularly gives our senior dogs a "massage" and they love him as much as he loves them! Although we learned that Milo was born with cataracts, he is doing great. He is my baby boy and I don't know how I got by before adopting him. Thank you so much for providing my family and I with such a wonderful addition! He truly is the heart of our family!  Thank you, Thank you, Thank you! 

Margie Riggan & Family




CHANTS MCGEE formaly Dusty
Hi, this is Dusty.  I adopted him on May 18th 2010 (McKinley Mall location). He literally went from carrier to couch, as seen in this picture.

He already had two friends waiting for him; Pandora and CoPURRicus. Dusty likes to claw so I'm thinking of renaming him "CLAWdius". He adapted so well that I felt that I had all three of my furbabies FURever!!! 

Update: I changed his name yet again, because he is a talker 
his name is Chants McGee.

Karen


SAMMY
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

When I first brought Sammy home from your McKinley Mall location, I hardly saw him. The poor thing was so scared and stressed he hid under the bed. I was patient with him, and he rewarded my patience by adopting me as his human. He follows me around the house purring and meowing pleasantly, and even shares my bed with me. He knows when bed time is, and if I'm late he will actually nag me. He has so many quirks about him that I can't even get into detail, and it's that personality that makes me love him so much. He's come such a long way in the few weeks he's been home with me that his stress-related heart problems seem non-existent. I just wanted to say thank you to everyone who helped take such special care of Sammy, my adorable 'fraidy cat and cuddle bug! As you can tell from the pictures, he's pampered, loved, and well taken care of.

Thanks so much!

Holly
STARDUST 

  I wanted to let you know how much we love Stardust...especially because of her personality.  She has gradually warmed up to us.  I can clean her eyes...as long as I do it quickly!...I can also kiss her on the top of her head.  Chris has been working on picking her up...he can now hold her for a short time without her freaking out.  We are still working on introducing her to the other cats...she isn't too happy that there are others in the house.  Right now, she has the entire basement to herself...it is about 800 square feet and finished with walls, a ceiling, wall-to-wall carpeting, etc...very plush.  She waits at the top of the stairs for us and she gets very excited when she first sees us.  Anyway, we love her to pieces and we are so happy that we brought her home.  Thank you very much for letting us adopt her, but more importantly, thank you for saving her life!

Take care!
Chris and Amy


MOOCH AND SYBIL
We adopted two sister kittens in January 2010; Mooch(Roxy) and Sybil(Lily). They have brought more joy to our lives than we could ever imagine. Mooch is the athletic type. She is always ready to play and she fetches. Sybil on the other hand enjoys lap sitting and cuddling. They are both social and enjoy any company that comes to the door. They also love to take naps on the couch, and bird and bunny watching. We are very happy and thank the 10 Lives Club for filling the void left by our previous family pet.    

Love,

The Reinard Family
SAMMY formerly Rosie

We adopted Sammy at the McKinley mall location back in September 2009.We couldn't have made a better choice for our family! What a great girl we have, and she loves us too. She loves to slap her toy mice all over the house and when they go under something she just finds another one. Her and our other cat chase each other around and enjoy a good "slap fight" when the mood strikes them. When she wants some warm quiet time she finds a nice lap to snuggle on and purr while you give her a good head scratching!

She is absolutely wonderful and our whole family does not know how we lived without her before she came to us.

Thank you to Ten Lives for taking good care of these wonderful cats so people like us can give them a wonderful and joyful home.


MILO formerly Kringle
Dear Dr.Fisk and Volunteers, 
 
     I wanted to take a moment to update you on my adopted kittens' condition; Milo was adopted from the McKinley Mall location in the beginning of December2009, he was 2.4lbs. Within 2 weeks, his weight dropped to 1.6lbs... after several sleepless nights, a visit to the Concord Animal Shelter (with Dr.Fisk), many calls to Vet Tech  Jane, and lots of love, Milo is doing GREAT!  He now weighs 2.8lbs, has a cute lil' tummy, and is so playful, we have to be careful not to step on him while he is chasing our feet!

   He is a wonderful, loving, kitten who has quickly become a valued member of our family. Whether it is teasing our dogs, playing with our children, or giving me lots of kitty love, he does it with style! Just wanted to thank you for all of your help and dedication not only to our kitty and family but to all you help!

Many Thanks,
Margie Riggan

CANDY formerly Daisy 
Hi.
 On Labor Day, a few years ago, we visited the Ten lives Club at their City of Buffalo location (at the time). Due to a failed surgery that kept me in the hospital for eight months, climbing stairs is very difficult for me, and the Buffalo location was up a HUGE flight of stairs. But it was well worth the climb. We really wanted to go home with a cat and after looking amongst the cats, we almost settled on a black cat who was rather aggressive. Then the nice lady informed us about the kitten room. We walked in their and found kittens, but not really small ones. I believe they were about four months old. There was a really cute tortes shell cat we considered taking. But during all this time in the kitten room, one kitten with very interesting eyes kept bugging my daughter. She found this kitten cute, but kept pushing her aside and kept looking at the tortes shell cat. Finally she picked up the wide eyed kitten and handed her to me and said "Dad...this one keeps bugging me." I took her and looked at her. Her eyes were interesting and captivating.

Her name was Daisy, which for some reason I didn't like, and she was your typical, plain stripped cat. I looked beyond all that and found her to be a very affectionate cat. She (at the time) liked being held and looked like she really wanted a home. Like most people, we wanted something unique and different looking, and this kitten was not what I was looking for, but she was persistent. I started to fall in love with her. Something about her eyes kept my attention. Finally after a few minutes, I told my wife "I think this is our cat." My wife looked at her and said "If you want her, we'll take her." I thought about it and decided we were going to stop looking and take this one, but we would HAVE to change her name. My wife said she was a sweet cat. So I decided to call her Candy. Candy has been with us for about three years now. She is tiny and prissy. She acts like a little princess. She is not a lap cat except when she wants to she crawls into my lap while I sit in my recliner and positions herself in the crux between my arm and the arm rest. She jumps in my lap, marches for a few minutes while purring, ten settles in. And she only does that to me. If I am not available, it's the back of any chair in the living room.

Thank you Ten Lives Club for providing Candy to us. She is a joy and very cute. A great addition to our family. She is one of three cats, which all get along. have now become a  cat guy instead of a dog guy. Oh well, will wonders ever cease?
CHRISTMAS formerly Jelly
IZZY
Dear Ten Lives Club,
 I am writing to you about the precious cat I adopted from you named Fiesta. Her name is Emma now and she is a very much needed part of this family now. She gets along with the dogs and she loves to run in and out of the house. She is spoiled and she has come to love it here. Although she still does not like her belly or rear end touched much, she tamed right down and she loves to be petted and cuddled. She purrs and she is a talker. I love her! Thank you so much. She has helped me to overcome the loss of our 14 year old cat.
 Tammy

GIZZY and her new mom Anita 

DR. ZUESS
Just wanted to drop you a note and tell you how much I love my new family. I had been at the shelter for over a year and a half and never thought I would find my forever home. One day this couple happened to be buying cat food for their barn cats and the nice lady started talking to me. I decided to oblige her with a BIG purring session and I think she fell in love with me. The man wasn't too sure, but I think the fact that the lady wouldn't leave my cage made him also start talking to me. Later that day we did a meet and greet, and I was very standoffish. But the lady refused to give up on me and decided to take me home. The next day, she showed up with a HUGE pet carrier (good thing because I really do like to eat and my svelte figure no longer exists) and took me home. She left me in the crate so my new friends could say hi, but they really don't like me. Probably because they've grown up together and hang outdoors most of the time. That's okay, my mom and I bonded for a couple weeks since she had taken time off from work. I absolutely love sleeping with her and following her around. I keep looking for her to drop a morsel of "people" food, but she's really cautious about cleaning everything up. I love playing with twist ties and string and jumping on top of chairs to scare my mom. The picture she snapped was of me lounging on the bed while she was folding clothes.

I'm secretly hoping she'll find a friend for me to chase around the house!!
 
LEMMY formerly Motor

Hi everyone!

  This past September my wife & I were walking through a Petsmart store to buy cat food for our cats. We always look at the cats, but for some reason one little 6 month old kitten named Motor really stood out. He was very lively inside the cage & was constantly grabbing at my wife & I. We already had 3 cats at home. 2 were over the age of 13 & a 9 month old we adopted back in January from another shelter at Petsmart. We felt that Motor would be a good companion for Beth (who was now over a year old & very playful). The other 2 got along with her but they were older & unable to keep up with her. Beth & Lemmy got along great by the 2nd day & have a really great companionship, playing for hours together every morning & cuddling together. 

 Motor has a deep & raspy meow. I have a love for music & all of our cats are named after rockers; Alice (Alice Cooper), Zowie (named after David Bowie's son), & Beth (the Kiss song). Because of his voice & name being Motor we began calling him Lemmy (singer for Motorhead). Adopting him was the best thing we could've done & I'm sure Beth would agree with that. The other 2 females also get along with him, but don't play as much as he would like them to because of their age. Lemmy always greets us by the front door when we come home by walking up to us & then rolling on his back.
 Thanks a million
 Bucky

 
MUNSON formerly King Theo
Hello everyone from the Ten Lives Club! 

 I wanted to forward this email to update you on a big, beautiful 4 year old male cat my kids and I adopted last weekend at the McKinley Mall. He was called "King Theo" at the time, but we noticed he didn't seem to answer to it, so he's been renamed "Munson" and believe it or not he comes when he's called!! Maybe we got something similar to what he used to be called in his first home.

Anyway, wanted to send you a quick update to let you all know that he is doing VERY well here in his forever home! We have a 2 year old female and also a 5 month old female kitten here that Munson seems to be getting along with rather well. The older female made things rather difficult the first 2 days he was here, but Munson was determined to check out his new home and had no trouble securing himself a good spot at the sliding glass door that faces our bird feeder and the woods where there's a lot of squirrels.  Great "cat TV" as my husband calls it. I wanted to let you know that he is doing very well...all 3 cats are figuring out what's tolerated and what's not with each other, and in general the hissing and crying at one another has pretty much stopped now. They can all be in the same room without an "argument" breaking out, and Munson is really enjoying a lot of "lap time" with all of us. He is a joy to have around and is very comical. We are really having fun getting to know the the new "man" of the house. Thank you for all that you do there at your shelter - it's always nice to know there are people out there like you that can help find these wonderful cats a permanent place they can call home. Here are a few pictures I snapped just a few hours ago so that you can see for yourself that "Munson" is doing just dandy!
KOKO TAYLOR AND BILLIE HOLIDAY 
formerly Sherbet and Allie
 

I adopted sisters Koko Taylor (formerly known as Sherbet) and Billie Holiday (formaly known as Allie) in June. They are wonderful companions! They love to play with each other and with me. They have really blossomed. They've grown bigger and they are very attached to me. I just wanted to let you know that they are healthy and happy. I'm so glad I adopted them.

Thanks,

Suzanne

TWEETY and Delphine (TLC Alum) 
 I think your place is just amazing.  You are doing such a wonderful job... I will tell the world about you guys!  After seeing your facilities, I am amazed!!!

I have found another wonderful amazing Furry Baby. After Delphine, in April 2009, there was no other place I'd go to but the Ten Lives Club. As you know I saw Tweety on your website and have wanted him since the day I saw him. I thank you for keeping correspondence with me on his health. I got there Saturday 10/10/09... and fell in love with him also.  I truly believe he would have been "napped up" by someone immediately.  He is a beautiful big boy...so full of love, and loves my other two cats already. 

I am truly blessed with two very amazing kitties!!!!!

Sincerely

Valerie

EDDIE formerly Purr C
I just wanted to send you an update on Eddie (fka Purr C). Eddie adapted as soon as I put him in the apartment and he took over his role as king of the castle. He even took over one of my window sills! When I'm gone for a while and I come home, he immediately starts yelling at me for being out too late. He's the biggest lover I have ever had, he loves to imitate the way I am sleeping and nuzzles my face constantly. He has gained a healthy bit of weight, and every single person who has come into my apartment loves him to death. I love this cat more than anything,
and it's almost like he was meant to be mine. Thank you guys, and especially Joan for helping me take him home! She was very positive and wonderful to talk to about him. 

~Lauren~
CAMPBELL
Dear Ten Lives Club,
     I just wanted to write and thank you for allowing us to adopt Campbell. He has brought joy to our lives. He has a great personality and is very affectionate. He has adapted very well to his new surroundings and plays well with our other cat. He has a great appetite and likes to sleep in my oldest daughter's bed. She is his most favorite person.

Thank you again for everything.
 
Sincerely,

The Owens Family
GOODNESS
 
 Goodness is a sweetheart and is becoming a lap cat.  She loves her little mouse the vet gave her and she follows our kids all over.  She sleeps with mommy and daddy all night long. She loves to be petted, but not being held too much. She definitely has a mind of her own.  She is not a big meower and has the most beautiful eyes. She actually picked us when my son was standing at the kitten door and she jumped up to see him. She came right to me in the meet and greet.  She has been such a blessing to heal our hearts after our Zazzy died. She is her own little kitty and
we love her so much!!! 

The Andersons

ANNIE formerly Bouncy  
 I just thought I'd send you a few pictures of Annie's (fka Bouncy) new environment. She is still exploring and it was funny how quickly I became cognizant of her presence and turned into a most light sleeper so as not to disturb her. 
I'm falling in love quickly and already feel my life is being nriched by her. Thank you for my new companion.

Kim

LUKE


Hi there!

I adopted Luke in June 2009 at the Pet Supplies Plus location on Sheridan Drive. I just wanted to let you know that he is such a sweetie pie! All is going well with him and my 2 other cats are getting used to him more and more as the days go by.

STORM AND TORNADO 







I adopted Tornado {in orange} and Storm - twin boys . I was so happy when I found them. I never thought I would see them again. Tornado is the most sweet and caring animal I have ever seen. Storm is very laid back, but when he wants something you know it. I renamed Storm Romone because that is what he was called. Now i know that they have a good home and they will be with me for the rest of their lives. I have two girl cats also and now they have girlfriends lol

BILLY JEAN formerly Mikey
Hi from Toronto!!
 
The ride home for Mikey was a good one! He slept the entire ride home, and was greeted with some much deserved wet food! He is doing well, and he thanks you for giving him a second chance at life. We are so happy to have him as a member of our family now! He is soooo affectionate and sleeps with my parents! We are already in love. He has a soft purr and is a very curious little guy, exploring the whole house! We are looking forward to many years ahead with our new friend..

Thanks again soo much for the carry cage and sheet you provided us with. We love him soo much. Keep up the AMAZING work you girls and guys do at the McKinley Mall!!!

With love,

Mikey- Renamed "Billy Jean"
Carolyn And The Search family in Toronto, ON.
With sister Harley Quinn

FALCON


I thought I'd send you some photos of Falcon in his new home and give you an update. I was working at the Ten Lives Club Adoption Center a few days before my birthday. My husband and son knew I wanted Falcon, but played it cool until a few minutes before closing time. Then they called up and told us to get him ready to come home! Like Bling before him, he fit in with the gang at home right away. He and Dean (aka Kandy Korn) are best buddies, spending lots of time chasing each other around, and washing each other. I've also enclosed a photo of him with lookalike sister Harley Quinn (He's the one on the bottom). He was a little shier with his human family at first, but now he's a real momma's boy. Whenever I sit on the couch,  I can count on some cuddle time.
 
Thanks as always to Ten Lives Club for growing and enriching our family.
 
Judy 
 
LOKI formerly Sammi
With sister Chloe
We adopted Sammi (now Loki) a little over a year ago from
the Elmwood PetsMart and we could not be more pleased.
She is the most mischievous cat I have ever come across. She loves to look out of the windows and if we aren't careful she will run outside and try to explore. She loves to sleep in bed with us and chase her sister Chloe around. She is always underfoot, its like having a furry shadow. We love the addition to the family and she definetly keeps us
on our toes.

Thank you so much for our wonderful baby. We love her dearly.

Sincerely,

Amber, Alan, Chloe and Loki

DELPHINE 
 Thank you so much for making sure that Delphine was saved for us. As soon as I saw her personality I knew she was the right kitty for me. When we first went to the store and she was gone, and when we went back the second time and saw she was "adopted" I cried.  I am so glad you saved her for us. She's getting along great with my kitty. She is the most loveable talkable cat in the world. I have no children and my kitties are my babies. She is in a very well loved home! Thank you again.
SQUEAK with sister Dutchess
Hi, my name is Squeak.  I was living at the Ten Lives Club Shelter at the McKinley Mall in Blasdell, NY. I was sleeping in a little tube when I saw this face looking at me.  We went to a room to get acquainted. She seemed nice and boy was I right. I was adopted by my family in November 2008. The family also has another cat named Dutchess. She was shy and didn't like to be around people much. She was so big but that didn't last to long as we're now the same height. We didn't get along too well at first but now we are getting to be better friends. Also Dutchess is a lot more friendly and likes being around people. They also have a dog named Daisey and we are very good friends. I love to play with the other animals and my loving owner. Life is good here and I'm very happy.

Thank you Ten Lives Club!!! You are #1!!!!

MINNIE formerly Cuddle Bug
 with big brother Mr. Sir
Hi, my name is Minnie. I was formaly known as Cuddle Bug when I resided at the Ten Lives Club Shelter. I wanted to write to all my friends and let you know to never give up hope in finding a home. I was fortunate to be adopted and move to a nice home late last summer. I have a big brother named Mr. Sir! He loves me and has been taking great
care of me ever since I moved in.  We chase each other and wrestle every day. He also likes to bathe me, and we've been keeping each other cozy through this long cold winter. We look at the Ten Lives Club site all the time and wish we could bring all of the kitties home with us. Our owners have come to visit and make donations. We are also trying to help you win the new shelter on zootoo.com.

I miss all my friends at Ten Lives Club very much, but I want you all to know that if you're patient youwill end up in a loving home too, and maybe you'll even be lucky to have a big brother like I do!

 Love Minnie

Just thought you might like to see what has become of Honey, a buxom tortoiseshell my husband and I adopted from Ten Lives back in January 2006.  She has the run of the house (I should say runs the house). She adores my husband and follows him everywhere.  Her favorite activities are eating and sleeping (in that order). 
Despite a diet designed to trim her waistline, she manages to maintain her Rubenesque proportions. 
 
Tigger, our other cat was abandoned in this rural area and wandered into our yard skinny and starving one summer evening in 2003. He has a BB pellet in his neck,
too close to the artery to remove. 

These two cats have really made a difference in in our lives. Previously we had always had dogs, but with Honey and Tigger we've become confirmed
"cat people."

Evelyn 
      LUCAS and LYDIA formerly Joyce  

 We adopted Lucas and Lydia (formaly known as Joyce) in November of 2008 at your location in the McKinley Mall. It's only been a few months and they already have us wrapped around their paws. We were surprised with how much Lucas loves to snuggle, I've never had a lap cat! 

Lydia is definitely a bathroom cat and enjoys to be in there with whomever (especially if someone is taking a shower)! They're such amazing companions and we
just love them so much. I went in looking for a cat and left with two, I didn't even have to chose, they picked me!

The Ten Lives Club is doing such amazing things for cats and I can't wait to come back and look in to maybe getting another friend for Lucas and Lydia! :)

Keep up the great work!!!

Hollie, Paul, Lydia and Lucas


BELLE
Hi..........We went to your wonderful rescue home and adopted a wonderful loving cat named Belle. Recently
widowed, I have been feeling empty and lost, but Belle who is very loving has made a wonderful difference.  Thank you for the good work you do.  if you had not rescued Belle, my life would be very different. There is no way I can ever thank you enough for introducing us to each other.  God bless you and all the great people who work with you.

Blessings,

Sylvia and Belle   xxxxx
 
 
ABBIE formerly Ebbie
 
We adopted Ebbie, now named Abbie one week ago from the Ten Lives Club (a rescue center) in Western New York. She was brought in from Kentucky just one day prior. Still grieving over the loss of our cat several days after Christmas, we were skeptical whether we could find a place in our hearts to love another animal. Abbie was two-years-old and I have never adopted a pet at this age (only kittens). Abbie was homeless, but she has adapted very well to her new home here and she has definitely become the center of our lives. Nothing can replace the loss of our previous cat, but Abbie has helped filled a void. She has had to learn how to play and use a scratching post! She acts just like a kitten and she is precious, very loving and gentle. She is so wonderful and we would recommend adopting an older pet to anyone!  

Thank you to Grayson Humane and the Ten Lives Club!
 
 
 BLING with her new sisters Ammy and Harley. She joins her new brothers Hank and Dean; also TLC alum.
 
 
FOOFUR


 
My boyfriend and I adopted Foofur (formerly known as Mr. Handsome) in January of 2008. We fell in love with his abnormally big cheeks and bright green eyes right away. We have had him for 8 months now, and we absolutely love him! He is a wonderful cat who has made himself quite comfortable in his forever home. Thank you Ten Lives Club, I don't know what we would do without him.

Sincerely,

Haley
 
 
 
Hi! My name is Veda and I adopted Milo, the huge Maine Coon kitty, from Ohio! His name has been changed to Mr. Mooch, but he responds to "Moochie". Moochie is adorable, and although it took a few days to get used to our dogs, (we have a seeing eye dog and a couple rescues), now things are wonderful and he is staying out from under the couch all day...instead of just at night when everyone was asleep! Needless to say, he is eating well and using the cat litter. We also adopted another Calico kitty from the Tonawanda SPCA. She was my Mother's Day present from my husband. We lost our Maine Coon in April of this year, and when I saw Moochie, tears came to my eyes. He looked so much like my Stashu Kitty. I called my hubby on my cell from the Pet Products store and reluctantly, he agreed to adopt Mooch.
When I got home with Moochie, my husband was melting already just holding him. He loves him now as much as I do! What a purrrrfect kitty, who celebrated his 1st Birthday last Monday! He had a party and got treats, toys and tons of
love!
 I just wanted you to know how he was adjusting, and that he has an excellent home! Both my husband and myself are retired and home all the time, so that was even better for this gorgeous boy! I am soooooo thankful you rescued him from that kill shelter in Ohio. I cannot imagine this boy not being here today! I pray for the other babies that weren't so fortunate.

Thanks again and God bless your work. 
AMEERAH 
Dear friends from the Ten Lives Club,
 
Hi this is Fay writing to you. Fay was my name when I lived at your house. My new name is Ameerah meaning "princess" in Egyptian. I am getting treated like a princess by my new mom and dad. I snuggled up to my new dad the second day because I knew I would have to win him over first. He was actually pretty easy. Just a couple of rubs, head butts, kisses on the ear and cheeks, and lots of purring to make him think I liked him, and now I have him wrapped around my little paw!

There's this doggy in my new house; a big old floppy boxer. She thought she could just chase me around any time she felt like it, but I quickly gave her a few bats on the nose and a couple of hisses and that was that. Once in awhile I let her chase me, but she never even gets close. Now I walk right up to her and we rub noses and kiss, and sometimes I have to jump over her when she is sleeping on the bed with my mom and dad! Sometimes I eat the floppy dog's food and she just stands there and looks at my mom and says "ah excuse me, there's a kitty eating my food. You have to do something about this!"

My new house is VERY NICE!  It has all kinds of neat places to hide and inspect. There are wooden beams for me to crawl out on and a LOT of windows to watch birds, bugs, moths, and all sorts of wildlife outside. I am busy all the time!

Thank you for sending me to such a nice home with a nice mom and dad. Rumor in the neighborhood is that my mom and dadjust spoil their pets and even their own son would like to come back reincarnated as one of their pets if he could as they have the best lives on the earth! I miss my brothers and sisters at the shelter and I especially miss you guys. Please give a big hug and kiss to all of them for me!

Ppppuuuuuurrrrr,

Ameerah
MAIDEN formerly Diamond
Dear Ten Lives Club,

We just wanted to thank you so much for our new addition to our household!! Maiden (formaly Diamond) brings a lot of spunk and fun to our lives, and she's having a blast!! She loves to play with toys and look out the windows, and after a long day of being a cat, she loves to cuddle with us and sleep. We were suprised to find out she came from Ohio and she was a momma cat too! If it weren't for all you do, we wouldn't have found such a great pet! Thanks again... attached we have some pictures of Maiden in her new home. Enjoy!

Sincerely,

Mike and Nicky


DEAN formerly Kandy Korn

HANK formerly Tobias
Not long after I sent in a photo of our beautiful Harley Quinn, our family visited Ten Lives Club to pick up a new brother for her and her sister Amidala. Immediately upon our arrival, we were chosen by Kandy Korn, an adorable orange tabby who was totally convinced he was going home with us, so who were we to argue? There were so many cats in need of a home at the shelter that we decided that we could manage one more, so we looked for another potential family member. Kandy Korn stepped in again and made the choice for us, showing a fondness for Tobias, a sweet but shy gray tabby.

My husband immediately noticed that they bore a strong physical resemblance to the title characters on a cartoon show called The Venture Bros. that a friend of ours works on. So, before we even left the shelter, they had been rechristened Dean and Hank. Dean made himself at home the minute he arrived. He was thrilled to come into a house filled with kitty toys. It took Hank a little longer, but he's now joining everyone else on our bed at night, and helping me make breakfast every morning.

For their part, the girls weren't too sure about the newcomers at first, but things have warmed up considerably. You can almost hear a chorus of "Hello Dolly" as the boys greet Harley with kisses when she walks in the room. Ammy was tougher to win over, but she reluctantly has decided that they're okay... as long as they leave her plush bunnies alone. We even occasionally catch her curled up with one of her new brothers, but I think she's hoping we don't notice.

We owe another debt of thanks to Ten Lives Club for taking such good care of our little ones until we finally met, as we were meant to.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
HARLEY QUINN formerly Molly
On Labor Day weekend a few years ago we adopted Molly; a gorgeous black cat who adored Dad and his human Big Brother.She was a little skittish with Mom and with women in general. She was quickly rechristened Harleen Annabelle Quinzel or Harley Quinn for short.The name change was somehow prophetic as comedy was toplay a very important part in her life. The first few months we tried just about everything we could think of to help her through her fear. When relief finally came, it was from a totally unexpected source. Mom loves to watch "I Love Lucy" reruns... And so, as it turns out does Harley! We don't know exactly what it is about Lucy that she finds comforting, but as soon as she hears the opening theme song she comes running into the room. We started having "Lucy Time" with Harley and before long she and Mom were snuggling up together in front of the TV.  Big Brother took it even one step further. Doing his best Desi Arnaz impression he says, "No Harley, you can't be in the show" to which Harley responds with a very Lucy-like "Waaah!" 

We're extremely grateful to the Ten Lives Club for bringing this little angel into our family. Words
can't express the joy she's given us.

Judy, Joe, and Colin Reboy
KIKI
BEN





We are sorry we haven't written sooner. Ben & I have come to a wonderful place.  We have a lot of brothers & sisters.  The "mama" cat was very old &  we only knew her for a few weeks until she went to her final catnip field, but we are now a family of six. All of us have been "rescued."  We have trees to climb, a herb and veggie garden (which is fun to play in), a green house (warm & fun), a catnip-patch, our own "cat-patio", &  a big house with a lot of love.  My new Mama says she loves us & she makes toys for us. She promised to send photos as soon she can get us all together , but we are not  making the phot-op easy!!

Thank you for all your love & care.  We are happy so don't worry about us!

Love ya,

Kiki and Ben
JIM BEAM with brother Thomas

 

Hi Ten Lives,

My name is Jim Beam. My Mom calls me Jimmy or sometimes Beanie. I want to thank Ten Lives and Marie for taking care of me for 8 months. I thought I would never get adopted but then finally it happened. Now I have a brother Thomas, that also came from TLC and a sister named Emily, a calico cat. She is camera shy. My brother and I play and snuggle together. I just love it here, Every night my Mom gives us treats. I sure do love my treats. I live with a golden retriever too. At first I didn't like him but I do now.

If it wasn't for TLC  and Marie, I wouldn't have this great place to live.

SASSIE formerly Nora with Bandit




Just wanted to let you know that we are so happy to have Sassie (formaly Nora) and Bandit as part of our family.

They are so much fun!

SUZIE formerly Zig Zag and GILBERT







We just wanted to say thank you for our 2 amazing babies: Suzie (aka Zig Zag - adopted 12/30/06) and Gilbert (adopted 3/21/08). Gilbert loves when there’s company, while Suzie tends to only peek her head out every now and then. However, they both are the best cuddlers in the world. They both sleep with Mike and I in bed every night (and sleep in with me until noon every Saturday).
They have complemented our family so well.

Michelle and Mike

ALLIE formaly Halie

This is our newest addition, Allie (Halie) who came to us even though we were not looking for a new addition. We were working at the Clubhouse in the Dana's Room and she popped out from under a couch and squeeked at us. I picked her up and she cuddled right in then turned to Daddy and reached out to him. She adopted us! She blended right into our family of seven cats and a dog. Allie is just the best. She's smart, affectionate, sweet, and brave. She stands right up to the bigger kitties even though she's only six pounds full grown. She plays with everyone, even the grumpy cat Smokey. You just never know when something wonderful may happen. Who knew when we came to volunteer that our family would increase!
Thanks, Ten Lives for the wonderful work you do.

Kathy and Joe Cartonia, Nevada, Skye, Smokey, Sabrina, Candi, Benny, Tabitha, Allie and Charlie the beagle.

 
 
DUSTY ROSE
 
Hi!  My name is Dusty Rose (A.K.A. Dusty). I was brought to Ten Lives from the Buffalo S.P.C.A because there was no room for me. Several months later, Ten Lives sent me to PetsMart to find a new home. After countless people shaking my cage and sticking their fingers in to poke at me, I decided to take matters into my own paws. I needed to find just the right person to love me. A few days passed and there she was. I waited for her to pass by and then I reached out of the cage as far as I could and grabbed her. She stopped and scratched under my ears ( just how I like it ) and talked to me in a quiet voice. Then all of a sudden she walked away. Heh! Where are you going? Come back! Come back! I sank back deep into the cage sadden by the fact she didn't want me.Two days later I heard her voice and there she was. I couldn't believe it. She did want me! 

Now I have a great home with two sisters and two brothers who I love to chase all over the house. We have so many toys and windows in every room to look out at the birds. I am one happy cat. My new mom says I won the kitty lottery. Thanks Ten Lives for finding me a home.

Love,

Dusty Rose
THOMAS formerly Kevin  
  Just thought I would drop you a note and say how well Thomas is doing (formally known as Kevin). He is a great cat. He is very lovable and he loves to snoop.
He gets along very well with the dog; a golden retriever, and the calico cat. It took him a few days to get to know the dog, but they are best friends now. He is getting spoiled rotten! He loves to sit in the kitchen window to watch and talk to the birds. He has me laughing everyday.

I am so glad that we found each other.

 

 
      LINK





Hi to all my fellow TLC cats, this is Link. I was with TLC since March 2007 and was being fostered by a wonderful family, who now has decided to adopt me! I love my new parents and younger brother Tigger, and also my older sister Snoop. My parents love to spoil me and my siblings! I love to spend my mornings lounging around the house with Tigger and Snoop. Later on when my parents get home it’s play time! And when it’s time for bed I love to snuggle with my parents!

Here is a picture of me and my brother Tigger just relaxing on our cat tree! I am the one on the bottom and Tigger is on top! So much love, fun and treats, plus a brother and sister to play with, who could ask for a better forever home!
 
PEEDY formerly Repeat
Peedy's brothers Snoopy and Gizmo









Hello, my name was Repeat and I was adopted in May 2007. I am now called Peedy and I love my new home with my brothers Snoopy and Gizmo. I just wanted to thank you for taking care of me until I found my new home. Oh yes, have a Merry Christmas!

 








We now have a 5 month old gray striped monster! His new name is Apollo (formerly "Lightning"). Huge tall ears, long neck, and black paw pads make us think he has something in him other than common domestic short hair. He has taken our house by storm. Our 9 year old cat is very much annoyed with this situation, but it is also early in the relationship. It would also help if Apollo would stop literally getting into Muffin's face!  He's just curious, and not at all scared, which of course seems to be scaring Muffin. We are being cautious because of the size difference- the older cat is huge (18 pounds) and Apollo is so little in comparison.

The Ten Lives Club was a good place to go because of how you can interact with the cats. The cats just roam freely in the room, and you can just sit on the sofa and see which ones approach you for some attention. These cats all do a pretty good job of selling themselves to you! Thanks for referring us to the Ten Lives Club. My daughter is thrilled with her new buddy. 

Dale
 
HIGHWAY  
To my heroes…Marie & Ten Lives Volunteers,

Thank you so much for taking me in and caring for me until my forever family adopted me. Although I was only with you a short time, I will always be grateful to you. I love my new Mom and Dad and all my feline siblings that includes CopyCat. Ten Lives also rescued CopyCat so we have a lot in common. I hope all the kitties at the shelter will be as lucky as we are and find forever families.

Purrs…Highway >'..'<
 
                                                   
WILSON formerly Roquefort 
Hi everyone,

I just wanted to let you know how Roquefort is doing. We adopted him from the Walden Ave Pet Smart on a Sunday afternoon several weeks ago this summer. Your Volunteer was wonderful at going out of her way on a Sunday afternoon to meet us there so we could adopt this wonderful cat. I cannot remember her name unfortunately. Roquefort is doing great! His name now is Wilson and he responds to his new name. He is very lovable and playful and is obviously happy with his new home. He responds to commands better than our dog does. (He gets along with our dog, Mugger by the way...Mugger is also adopted.) As I am typing this e-mail Wilson, AKA Roquefort, is laying on the computer desk purring very loudly. He is very sweet and greets us every morning with a tiny little mew and nodding of his head...I was surprised to see when we got his paperwork in the mail that he came from Kentucky. So he has had quite a few stops along the way to our house. He is a very happy boy.

Thank you for the work you do at giving these wonderful creatures a chance at a good life...

Sincerely,

Shirley
Boston, NY

ANGEL
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
ODIN formerly Braveheart

Three months ago my husband and I adopted a cat from you guys. Her name was Angel. Since then she has brought so much love and happiness to us. She is so lovable and sweet, and gives lots of attention.

Thank you so much for giving us chance to adopt her.
She is our baby forever!!!

The Torres family
 
 
 
 
 
 
Thank You Ten Lives Club !!

You saved my life by taking me in, removing the BB from my shoulder and curing the neck worm virus I had when I came to you only a few weeks old. You called me Braveheart and I sure was. My mom and dad call me Odin now and I'm big and strong. I'm 2 years old,14 lbs., and I just
love to cuddle and kiss mom and dad's faces and play with my brother and sisters.
 
I just wanted to say Thank You again, I wouldn't be here today if it weren't for all of you.
 
CHLOE formerly Cider
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
MAYTAG
I adopted Chloe (formerly Cider) from 10 Lives Club in October 2003 or so. She is a darling little kitty and made the last days of my sick cat, Winky, delightful. He perked up and even let her clean his head. Chloe lives with a big black cat named Magic and was later joined by her "sister" Olivia.The two girls are about the same size so they runand play a lot together. Magic likes to oversee the activity.
Chloe is such a happy little thing and she brings tremendous joy to my life. I almost walked away at the time thinking "3 is too many and too stressful for Winky." What a mistake that would have been. She is my sweet little orange girl and I look forward to her silly wake up antics every morning. I love the pictures I attached.The first is when she was little and the second is as an adult. See how adorable she is!??!? The third the whole crew. Hmmm...maybe Magic needs a "brother"?

Thank you for all you do and thank you for giving me the privilege of
caring for a tender feline soul.

Carol
 
 
 
HIDDEN TREASURE

Anyone who has been at the Global Headquarters knows Maytag A.K.A. Miss Cranky Pants. Maytag once kept herself perched on the copier then later relocated to the table in front. She was not of the friendliest nature and would swat, hiss and bite at you as you approached her. She would have her moments when she would let you pet her gently by the ears but only on her terms and when she had enough she was quick to let you know it. This beautiful cat was not an easy adopt with her disposition. I always had a soft spot for her and would take the time each time I was in the shelter to give her some extra attention and love. I had become so attached and concerned for this cat and told my husband all I wanted for Christmas was to get her out of that shelter. In the past, my husband has been resistant to bringing home more cats due to having to put 3 down to illnesses last year. He had told me to go bring her home.

The first night at her new home she was her typical cranky self and let my 85 lb. dog know who was in charge now. She is now adjusting well to the dog and the other 3 cats. She will let you pick her up and carry her around the house as you pet her and she purrs away. We don’t even get swatted at anymore. Instead of being huddled on the table as a scared stressed out cat, she now rests lovingly on our laps purring and rubbing for more attention. You never know what kind of “hidden treasure” you will find. I am glad I found this one.
 
Virginia
 
 
 



Leonard

Charlie



The day we saw Leonard at the pet store, we were actually there to buy bird seed and look at the parakeets, not adopt a cat. Leonard managed to capture our hearts the moment we approached him. We brought him home a few days later and we are so very glad we did! Leonard is so affectionate and sweet. I can't believe he lived in Little Jake's shelter for more than a year without someone adopting him! Leonard settled in well in his new home, bit it seemed as if he missed all his Little Jake's cat buddies (the parakeets are just no fun when they are safe high up in their cages). Six weeks after adopting Leonard, we went to Little Jake's and came home with Charlie (formerly Tommy). Charlie is a playful little purr machine who loves to give us kisses. He and Leonard are still learning how to get along, but they love to play with us every evening and snuggle up together by the picture window for their afternoon nap. Charlie and Leonard are both FIV-positive. You would never, ever know they carry this virus by looking at them. They are healthy and very active.

I would like to encourage anyone reading this to go ahead, do your research and then and adopt an FIV-positive kitty. Better yet, adopt two! Thank you Ten Lives first of all for rescuing Charlie and Leonard, and then for taking care of them until they could find us. We are happy to have them in our lives.
Chevy and Capri - Reunited!
Chevy (formerly known as Toyota) and Capri were surrendered to the SPCA with a number of other feline housemates. Their owner had too many cats and couldn't care for them anymore. They were brought into the TLC program in April 2006 because the SPCA did not have room for them. During the following six months, all of Chevy's and Capri's housemates were adopted. Chevy and Capri were very shy, except to those people whom they got to know on a regular basis. At shows, they would hide in the back of their cages. When people would visit the shelter to adopt, they would hide behind the furniture. In November, Chevy was taken into foster care. His foster parents fell in love with him and had to adopt him themselves. Four months later, with Capri's one-year TLC anniversary fast approaching, Chevy's foster home felt sorry for her and brought her home with them. The foster home has fallen in love with her and will be adopting her, too!
 


Leo (formerly known as Mr. Love)

We've had Mr Love – NKA Leo for a little over two weeks now and things are working out great! We love him to pieces and he's the perfect first cat for us. Mellow, yet very social and loving.

In researching for my first cat, the only criteria I had was that I wanted a female cat – with two male dogs I thought it would be “safer” with a female. Guess what? I ended up with another male because I had such a connection with this guy. I never thought I'd end up with a 13 year old, FIV+ male cat. I'm glad I went with my heart because he is a perfect fit for us and he is very happy too. He is healthy and active, and besides a few little bumps on the skin and a few less teeth, he is like any other cat. I enclosed a couple photos.

Thanks to Janine and all the others at Ten Lives who helped me make an informed decision.

The Martin family



Callie






I thought that you might like to know that Callie is doing great here at her new home. This picture was taken just a few hours after we brought her home. She loves the guest bedroom and laying on the pillows on the bed. There is also a kitty window seat attached to one of the windows in this room...she seems to be quite fond of that as well. If she is not sleeping on the pillow she is on the window seat.

It has been about a year since I adopted Red from the Ten Lives Club and now I could not imagine life without him. I wish I would have adopted him sooner because he makes everyday better.This is the first cat that I have ever owned.I never knew that cats made such wonderful pets.Red is friendly, affectionate and gets along great with my dog. They play together and keep each other company. I would like to thank the Ten Lives Club for all that you do and for giving Red a second chance in life.

Jennifer





Hello to all our friends!! We were adopted a little over a year ago from Jake's Place, then we were named Chester and Charles, but now we are Ridge & Thorn (named after our Grandma's favorite characters in the soap opera The Bold and The Beautiful). We are sooo happy at our new home. We have a big sun porch we love to sleep in all day. Our favorite thing to do is to chase the flying discs that Daddy sends across the living room, and of course we love to sleep on Mommy. We love our home and have become quite comfortable! We just wanted to say hi to all of our friends and let them know we're doing well!!
P.S. Ridge still likes to lick your face at every opportunity, even if it's 3am!
Hello everyone at Jake's Place!

I'm writing to give you an update on our sweet dark seal point Siamese girl that I adopted from Jake's in late September. Roxie is doing GREAT and she's very happy in her new home with her new little friend Disco (who we had before her, but is slightly younger). The get along great - she's happy and healthy and very loving. She loves to play with her toys and with her little sister, and she LOVES to eat! She's gained a good amount of weight since she's been home with us - her coat is looking very nice also and her eyes are nice and bright! So overall, I just wanted you to know that she's doing wonderful. Thank you so much for rescuing such a nice girl so that we could take her home and give her a nice place to call her own.? We think your organization is great :) Thanks again!

Andrea Bugenhagen and Joe O'Bryant



We adopted him from Community Pet as a result of a rescue from Ohio. He is such an affectionate and energetic kitty, my parents and I couldn't be happier with him! Everyday we watch him try something new and we are always sharing stories about him with our friends and family. He sleeps on my bed every night, even though he has his own bed next to mine. Getting used to having a kitten around has been a bit of an adjustment, but Ty has made it all worth while. I work for Delta Sonic and we help the Ten Lives Club with their effort to rescue cats and kittens. In our office we have three cats that were rescued from various situations and they are doing great. I have recommended Ten Lives Club to anyone who is looking for a cat or kitten and I hope that people realize every little bit helps. Each cat that is adopted helps to alleviate the large population of strays that still exist.
Thank you Ten Lives Club for placing me with my family! I don't know what Derrick and Amanda did before I came to live with them in May 2004. I wake up Amanda every morning at 6am to take her medicine and feed me breakfast. Later, I "help" Derrick make the bed by attacking the sheets and blankets when they move. I even helped wrap Christmas presents!

In my spare time, I like to chase anything that moves and scratch my scratching post. At the end of a hard day, I go to bed and sleep at Amanda's feet.

On holidays, I travel with Derrick and Amanda to Pennsylvania to visit my cousin Bo. We play together and chase each other around the house. We've even managed to knock a few knick nacs off the coffee table! Because I like my cousin Bo so much, Derrick and Amanda might adopt another kitty to be my brother or sister!
 
 
 

Chantal & Callista
 Hello all you cat lovers! I have a wonderful story to share with you all. Do you remember the lovely affectionate cat that was with TLC for quite some time? Well she has a good home along with her sister Callista. Here is how it happened......My name is Ann Bednarek and I am a volunteer for TLC. I sent a picture of Chantal to my friend Diane Ham because she used to have a kitty that looked like Chantal that went to "Rainbow Bridge." When Diane saw her picture, she really wanted her. Well she had already adopted Callista (Chantal's sister) and decided she had to have them both. Well Friday evening we went to Jake's Place and picked up Chantal. Diane and Chantal bonded immediately. Now Diane had Callista for a couple days already and most of that time Callista did alot of hiding. Well what a happy ending this turned out to be...........as soon as we got to Diane's and let Chantal out of her traveling crate she started meowing and Callista recognized her meow and came out of her hiding spot and went right over to Chantal and they kissed. Such a beautiful reunion. The sisters are now together again and very happy. Callista no longer hides. I guess she was depressed and missed her sister very much. Talk about a "Happy Tail"

 


CopyCat formerly Snowcone


Dear Marie & Ten Lives Club Members: Thank you so much for rescuing Snowcone (now known as CopyCat) and providing a shelter for him. Your efforts made it possible for my husband and I to adopt him into our family. How fitting that he is posed next to the statue won at a Furball Silent Auction. He is such an energetic, inquisitive and loving cat. We are so happy to have him. Our two older cats (Little One & Precious who is also white with odd eyes) realize they have a new friend too!
Sincerely, Kris & Al Jablonski


Sasha and Sunshine





 
 
 


Hey I just wanted to say thank you Ive had Sahsa and Sunshine For just about 2 days and Really I think it was the best choice I ever made. They are both really good and both loved to be pet any chance they have. Thank you all so much for volunteering your time and trying to find these cats happy homes. I know my cats have a
happy home =) And I also know without a doubt if I was to get another cat Id definitely go back to Ten Lives =)

Thanks Again.

Courtney, Sal..Sasha and Sunshine

Zoey (formerly known as Pitch)







"Zoey (formerly known as Pitch) is know getting spoiled rotten by her new owner Lindsey! They absolutely love her, and are happy to have the chance to have her in their life."


Huey
I finally found the time to thank you guys for introducing us to Huey (formerly known as Houston). We first met him at the West Seneca PetCo, where my 8 year old son fell in love with him. One day later we were back and took Huey home with us. While the two "old ladies" of the house (our cats Mosie and Lulu, age 1) didn't warm up to Huey right away, he made himself right at home. He loves being outside with his leash and harness (supervised, of course!) or lounging in the window! He is also the most ferocious snuggler I've ever met. He rubs his head our mine as often as he gets a chance (and we are working on getting carried away and biting me in the nose :) and purrs loud enough to wake me up at night.

Thank you so much, TLC, for bringing this special guy into our life! Keep up the great work!

Sincerely, Britta McCarthy


Voodoo & Salem


I just wanted to send you a quick note and say thank you once again! The cats are doing wonderfully! Voodoo is the most amazingly laid back cat and Salem (used to be known as "Charlotte") is a little ball of fluffy energy. They have added so much fun to our home and neither I nor my fiance can remember what life was like without them. Our two "bewitched" kitties, as we like to call them, play together and care for each other like non other I've ever seen. And they both love to play with, and sometimes gang up and torment, our dogs. :) > I've attached a couple of pictures, we're just such proud kitty parents.

Thanks so much again! The Ten Lives Club is wonderful!
Citrine & Emerald

Here we are, as you requested. Our human is really a
very nice person. We won't tell her, but we can tell you, she is sooo under our control. We dictate what happens around here! 10 Lives is a wonderful organization! We are all pretty happy that you cared for us until we found Cheryl. We were not sure that we would stick around, but she seems to be working out fine. We'll end for now, be watching for an occasional hello from us.

Love to all

Citrine & Emerald

Cosmo and Bacchus
Just a quick note to update you guys on our funny friends. First we'd like to thank you for getting them started! You must have done a great job, because they come to our home quite socialized. They are loving, affectionate + friendly...not to mention beautiful! They have grown up so quickly in 4 months; they're now both 7 lbs. a piece. We refer to them as teenagers! They love to play together, wrestling appers to be one of their favorite activities, it's rather entertaining to watch them spar. Ron has constructed them several toys, scratching posts, climbing posts + simply put, boxes taped together to make "forts." He made a large climbing post in the basement that goes up to the ceiling, it has all sorts of cubbies, ramps off of it, + toys hanging from it. I think it's one of their favorites. We have given them names once again. They are Cosmo (alpha) + Bacchus (Scruffy + Fluffy). Cosmo purrs + talks to you, or anyone else for that matter, frequently. Extremely gregarious...a very happy cat. Bacchus on the other hand, is a bit more reserved. Just a bit more shy + careful, but equally a nice kitty + a wonderful companion.

They are typical cats, they love to play, sleep + eat. We're slowly weaning them from wet food.
Occassionally we'll give them a taste of people food (they're a bit spoiled) usually a tiny piece of filet or some fresh seafood. Some of their favorite toys are wine corks + earplugs ( I work nights so I wear them a lot). Ear plugs are probably their favorite. One day Ron found 5 of them in a shoe in the basement. Evidently one of them was hiding them in there!
Again we thank you for acclamating them into the human world!

Sincerely,

Kathy + Ron Koza

Sassy  

I just want to drop you a note to thank you for allowing me to adopt Sassy from Corey and the Ten Lives Club. She is absolutely wonderful. She is exactly what I wanted in a cat. Super affectionate, not timid, not moody, never mean, loves kids, plays, doesn’t have “bad” habits, not a fussy eater, etc. I could really go on and on It’s funny because when you adopt an animal, as you well know, there is no telling how it will be. I am thankful that Corey made my wife and I at ease and comfortable with her information regarding adoption, return, etc. I will recommend Ten Lives Club to everybody that I speak with that is considering getting a cat or kitten.

Thank you.
Sal Sorrento Jr.


Hamlet



I adopted "Lucky Star" on October 11, 2004 at Pet Supplies Plus. I just wanted to thank you guys so much and tell you how he's doing. I named him Hamlet, and we call him "Hammi". I swear he knows his name, he comes running everytime I call him! The first night he slept right on my face, he loves to snuggle and talk to me. He loves to teasethe dog and their so cute when they eat together, he just loves his food! Hamlet just loves his new home and we love him so much!!!

At the cat shelter was Al, Who was a two-year old male. He hid under the couch, So nobody could touch, Even the tip of his tail.Amy and Chris went one day, To the cat shelter to play. Getting down on their knee, What did both of them see? A cat who wanted to stay.Home did all three of them go, Changing Al's name to Elmo. Chasing his tail each night, He's a humerous sight. Amy and Chris love him so!
JUST WANTED TO DROP A NOTE TO LET YOU KNOW THAT I ENJOYED THAT COLUMN FROM "MISS MUNCHKIN." I THOUGHT THAT IT WAS ORIGINAL AND FROM A "CATS" POINT OF VIEW FUNNY. I TOO HAVE A FEMALE CAT THAT'S AN ALUMNI FROM TEN LIVES. I FELL IN LOVE WITH HER AND TOOK HER HOME APPROXIMATELY 2 YRS AGO. SHE'S SUCH A GOOD CAT AND A LOVABLE COMPANION. SHE'S COMPANY FOR MY MALE CAT THAT IS STILL TRYING TO LET HER KNOW THAT MY HOME IS HIS DOMAIN, BUT THEY GET ALONG VERY WELL. HER GIVEN NAME WAS CE CE, BUT I NOW CALL HER NIKKI. I HAVE ALWAYS BEEN A DOG OWNER BUT AFTER SURGERY I WAS persuaded TO BECOME A CAT OWNER. NEVER THOUGHT THAT I'D BE A CAT OWNER, BUT NOW THAT I OWN TWO CATS THEY'RE 4 YRS OLD. I DON'T THINK I'D EVER GO BACK TO OWNING A DOG. I LOVE DOGS, BUT THEY'RE TOO MUCH WORK FOR ME. JUST WANTED TO LET YOU KNOW THAT "TEN LIVES" HAS OPENED A "PURR"-FECT LIFE FOR ME AND I WANT TO THANK YOU FOR THAT.


Mango
 I adopted Mango through Amy about a week ago (July 2004).I just wanted to take the time to let you know that Mango is avery happy kitty! He really is the most loveable playful cat! Sometimes, I really believe that he thinks that he is a dog! He is always at my feet, he likes to sleep stretched out on his back in the middle of the living room floor while I relax in the evening, and if my alarm clock goes off too long in the morning, he will wake me up! (honest!) He has been so much fun and I haven't heard him sneeze or cough more than 3 times since I brought him home.
I had to let my 13 year old dog named Harley, (she was a German Shepherd/Husky mix), go this past April. It has been really sad without her. I am single, live by myself, I work full time and I am
going to school, Bringing Mango home has brightened my days! I feel like Harley found Mango for me! (I know that sounds silly) Anyways, I want to thank you for contributing to my little bit of
sunshine that I found in this orange kitty named Mango! The name fits him perfect, I couldn't change it) Thank you so much and I will always refer people to you. It is wonderful what
you people do for these cats! To bad that there aren't more people like you! Take care








"In February of 2004 I adopted one of your kittens
through Springville Animal Hospital. His name is Harley and he
has been so much fun to have. Everytime I turn around he always
makes me laugh because his is doing something ridiculous.

I just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate and love
Harley and his little antics. Harley is a great companion and
I wouldn't change that for the world. Thanks for bringing a great
companion into my life".

Sincerely,
Oh Marie, I can't tell you how much in love I am with our Munchkin (formerly Tres)! She is a perfect fit to our family. As I write this, she is sitting on my lap with her paws on my shoulder just loving me...and I am eating it up!Her first night here, she slept in bed with us..six in bed is a tight fit, but she didn't seem to mind. She is wonderful with the basset hounds and our cat, Marshmallow.I knew the second we laid eyes on her at Pet Supplies Plus that she was the one. All she wants to do is give loveand be loved, I can't imagine why someone would part with such a doll. I was wondering if you had a minute to look that up and let me know, I am very curious, I can't figure it out.My husband is out of town for 7 days and every day he calls and says "I can't wait to get home to my princess." Amazing, I've been married 5 years and have never been called princess.She is here for 48 hours and she is already a princess. How do you like that? I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for taking the time with us on Saturday. You all do such wonderful work and your organization is very professional, friendly, and efficient.

Thank you for the wonderful gift you have given us.


Patrick
Patrick is a 6-year old male. He was scheduled to be euthanized by the Catauqua County Humane Society,so Ten Lives Club rescued him. Potential adoptors paid
little attention to Patrick. None of TLC's members understood why nobody was interested in adopting him. He was such a great cat! Apparently, Patrick was waiting for the right person to come along. He was adopted as part of our senior program. His new owner loves him. He sits with her in her recliner, nestled in the crook of her arm. Even though she has air conditioning, she leaves the window open for him because he has such a good time watching the world. He fetches his toy mouse and brings it back to her repeatedly, so she can throw it again. He crawls under the covers when it is bedtime, and only leaves his face peeking out. For Patrick, this home was well worth the wait!


Wolf
I adopted Wolf on Halloween and I have to say that
I think he was just waiting for us to come along. He was a
surprise to my husband but they took to each other right away.
We had not had an animal together because of our
work schedules but now my husband is retired and I will retire
soon.Wolf seemed at home right away and slept in our bed
the very first night. He spends his days in a sunny window
next to my husbands chair (when he isn't in the chair with him).
He is just a great cat for us, very friendly and laid back.
Thank you Ten Lives. We love our new addition.

Bob and Candy Porter



Mylo
Mylo is an 11-year old male kitty that was surrendered when his owner moved out of town. The condo she was moving into did not allow cats. She was heart-broken to have to surrender her baby of 11 years! Mylo was very unhappy at the shelter. He resorted to hiding under a bed and layers of blankets. He wouldn't even show his face. After spending time in a foster home by himself, it was discovered that Mylo was a very sweet and loving kitty who loved to "talk" and sit on your lap. His behavior was completely different when he was separated from other kitties. Mylo was very lucky that a cat-lover was willing to give him a chance - sight unseen!

"Rest assured that Mylo is doing just fine. It took him two days to warm up to his new surroundings but he is an absolute dream
for my mother-in-law! He spends a considerable time on her lap and enjoys a daily brushing in the afternoon. He sleeps on her feet and waits for her to wake every morning. He is a very good friend for her and she just loves him to pieces. They have become a real pair! She never leaves his name off any card she sends. Thank you so much for all you do with the Ten Lives Club. Your club has made a very lonely woman very happy again.



Goldie
I adopted Parker (now known as Goldie) on June 18 2004. I looked for months for a DLH orange male and thru TLC found my man! He was a pretty sick kitty,and the day I met him he sat by himself in the corner of the cage like a little lost soul. It broke my heart,so of course I took him home. This kitty is one of the smartest cats I've had ! He plays fetch with his favorite ball...brings it right back & drops it in my hand. Every night when I get ready for bed,no matter what time, he knows..and he races me to the bedroom, jumps on the bed and goes up near the pillows and works the comforter down with his feet! He helps pull down the bed!! He sleeps w/ me every nite up near my face where I spend more time kissing & petting him than I do sleeping! (husbands jealous!!) He is such a sweetie,& I love him to death. God forbid I walk past him at all cuz he'll reach up and grab my pant leg as to say HEY! I'm down here! I have 6 other cats,but he's special. Thanks to TLC for all thay do for these animals.You are wonderful people and you make the world a better place ! Keep up the good work and may God bless you all.

Shelley Wagner

Angel
We adopted Angel (formerly named Tammy) on May 1, 2004.
She had been scheduled to euthanized at the Chautauqua Humane Society but was rescued by Ten Lives Club. Her former owner had never combed her out, so as a Persian she had terrible matting, which we spent 2-3 hours a night trying to comb out until she had her furr shaved down. We fostered her for one night and fell in love with her, adopting her the following day. She loves to be held, and can be held like a baby, on her back. She has a favorite catnip toy in the shape of a moon and star, that she carries with her around the house. She has gotten the nickname of "Angel Fuzz" because of her furr, and loves being brushed and groomed. She is a doll. Her vet and the vet techs all say that her name fits her perfectly as she has a beautiful personality. She gets along very well with our other 4 kitties,and has become bestfriends with "Jelly" (nickname for Angelica) our faded Calico. She also arrived trained in how to use her scratch post, no training needed. We love her and she is our precious Angel
baby.

Angel's Mom and Dad,
 

Heather & Chris
 

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