Available Cats

Sammy

Sammy is a very cute blue-eyed Siamese/Tabby mix born in June of 2008. He was recently evicted from his home when his family got a new kitten and decided they did not want Sammy any longer. This smart boy immediately found the nearest ARCF volunteer and began camping out on her porch.

Sammy is slowly adapting to life in a loving indoor-only cat home. Sammy has learned to enjoy being stroked and held, and even started purring after a few weeks. He has learned to play, and especially loves to have his fluffy ball toys thrown around the room so he can bat at them and show you just how much fun he has (and is). Now that he has decided he likes being in a home where he’s loved, Sammy follows his foster mom all over the house and will practically purr on command. He is beginning to understand the wonderful perks of laps, and has begun jumping into them of his own accord. He also likes to be picked up and cradled, and in return he will keep your feet nice and warm at night.

Because of the fact that Sammy has taken some time to adapt to his foster home and living with the people in it, we suspect that he may have been mistreated in his prior life. He shows signs of defensiveness at times, and can be slightly impatient when he’s decided he’s had enough. For this reason, we think Sammy will probably do best in a patient and loving adults-only home.

Although he currently lives in a foster home with other cats, we think Sammy would be best as an only cat. After being booted out for a new kitty, he seems just a little protective of his space and his people.

Sammy has been neutered and is up to date on his vaccines. If you are interested in learning more about Sammy, please fill out our I'm Interested form.

BenFrank

BenFrank is a very handsome dilute tuxedo who was born in August of 2003. He shares the sweet nature common to all tuxedo cats; he just loves affection and is happy to warm your lap. We think he may have some Maine Coon or other large breed in his background; he is a fairly big guy with huge feet and a large head that he likes to use to head bump you when he wants attention.

This is one very cool cat, and he seems to be a favorite among many of our volunteers. He is really laidback, very affectionate and cuddly, and just LOVES people. BenFrank is also what some might call a “chatty Cathy,” so if you’re looking for a conversationalist, this is your guy.

BenFrank loves sofa time and will sleep on the bed from time to time. He is a huge fan of anytime people sit, in fact, so that he can position himself on or next to them. He has a soft purr that turns on the second a person looks his way – even if that person is talking to him from across the room. He likes to play a little but toys are not his favorite. He often creates his own games of pouncing on imaginary mice and tearing through the house to pounce on them in another room. When he really gets going (during what his foster mom affectionately calls "running time" after breakfast or dinner), BenFrank loves to chase the laser dot. Bird- and squirrel-watching are a favorite pastime whenever his person is occupied with something other than him.

BenFrank's sweet nature is even more impressive in light of the recent events of his life. BenFrank appeared hungry, matted, and unkempt in the yard of an animal-lover who promptly recognized a life in need. While she was trying to find a shelter or home for him, he was hit by a car and one of his hind legs was shattered beyond saving. After amputation and rehabilitation, BenFrank has come back better than ever. He has adapted and moves around very well. He runs, jumps onto the sofa and the bed (and your lap, for that matter), and as far as he knows, he's just a regular guy!

BenFrank is what we would call an alpha cat. He can live with other cats if he simply has to, but he much prefers to have his people to himself. He really sees himself more as a person than a cat, and you know that by the way he stares straight into your eyes and sends love thoughts your way. What BenFrank really wants is his own person or people who will appreciate the magnificent boy he is without sharing their attention with other pets.

BenFrank loves attention and tolerates the icky parts that go with it, including clipping his nails. He seems to really enjoy combing, which is great because he’s got a long, thick coat. He has a bit of a sensitive tummy, and will likely require special food and some medication (which goes right on top of his food) on a permanent basis. We should also mention that this boy really loves his food, and needs to be in a home who can hold out against his “I’m wilting from hunger” routine. BenFrank has been neutered and is up to date on his vaccines. If you are interested in learning more about this persevering guy, please fill out our I'm Interested form.

Tigger

Tigger is a friendly and active orange and white teenager who was born in August of 2008. Tigger loves to play and wrestle with the younger cats in his foster home and will also wash and sleep with whichever one is willing to cuddle with him. He is happy to meet and play with any visitors who happen to stop in, but he prefers to be properly introduced first. Once he accepts you as a real friend, he enjoys a good lap for a nap, and likes to sleep on the bed at night, (under a blanket is best). Tigger is a curious boy who likes to explore, and always wants to find out what YOU are up to and join in if you will let him.

Tigger does not currently have a best friend among the other cats in his foster home, but would like to have someone to be pals with, to play and wrestle with, and join him in enjoying the world. He would not be happy as a single cat.

Tigger has been microchipped and neutered, and is up to date on all of his vaccines. If you would like to meet Tigger, please fill out our I'm Interested form.

Zelda

Zelda is a charming gray tabby who was born in August of 2009. She is tall and slender and we suspect that she will always be on the petite side, although she is still growing.

Zelda has a lively curiosity about everything that goes on in the house and always wants to help her foster mom. She has lots of affection to give, and is a very loving lap cat.

Zelda plays well by herself, but would like to have a playmate (preferably another young cat like herself) to do all the fun things cats do together. She is also happy to play with people, of course! Zelda is cautious around strangers, but loves people when she realizes everyone is friendly.

Zelda had hip surgery in October of 2009. After her surgery, she has healed completely and does all the running, playing, and fun-making that she wants. However, Zelda would not do well in a home with young children since she needs to be handled with care and gentleness.

Zelda has been spayed, microchipped, and vaccinated. If you’re interested in finding out more about this charming girl, please fill out our I'm interested form.

Mr. O'Malley & Smudge

Mr. O'Malley is quite the mellow tuxedo fellow. He is about a year and a half old, a friendly lap cat with a very gentlemanly nature. Although he is cautious of strangers, once he gets to know you, he will chat in soft meows. With a good scratch and cuddle, he will purr loud enough to hear across the room. He is happy keeping you company around the house, enjoying your lap, and kneading happily while cuddling, He will curl up on the bed at night just to be near you. Mr. O'Malley plays well with other cats, but does not like to roughhouse, and is past his maniac kitten phase.

Smudge is a quiet, ladylike girl born sometime in 2005 or 2006 who will squeeze her way into your heart in short order. She is very shy of strangers but loves nothing more than a good scratch and cuddle with people she knows and is comfy with. Smudge is playful, but will not compete with other cats for attention or toys. Smudge came to us very underweight and ill, so she was overindulged a bit through no fault of her own. She is on a diet now and expects to slim down to a happy, healthy weight.

Although these two look like they must be related, they are not. However, their well-behaved and loving natures make them the perfect pair for a quiet home.

O'Malley and Smudge have both been microchipped and altered, and are up to date on all of their vaccines. If you would like to meet this look-alike duo, please fill out our I'm Interested form.

Truman & Misty

Even though they are not siblings, Misty and Truman are two of the most bonded cats we have ever fostered. Misty was born in 2004 and Truman was born in June of 2005. Their young mom passed away suddenly and they were separated for a short time. They did not do well apart, however, and upon reuniting they picked up right where they left off: snuggling side by side.

Misty is an attention hog and even though she loves Truman very much, she wants to be right up front when the affection and attention starts. Have you ever seen a cat shove another cat out of the way? She has a sweet nature and will help Truman through transitioning into their new home since she is not shy with strangers. This girl has very interesting coloring and all who meet her pronounce her exotically gorgeous.

Truman has a very tender spirit and is shy with strangers. He adjusts relatively quickly and then becomes quite the character. Although he acts coy, once Truman trusts a person he likes to curl up and make biscuits in the air while being stroked. He loves to be brushed and often fetches his foster mom to get her combing tools and get down to the business of keeping him pretty. He’s a smart boy and knows that he needs to be combed every day to prevent his lovely thick coat from becoming matted.

Both Truman and Misty are tolerant of nail trimming. They share a love of laps, combing, Food with a capital ‘F,’ and are well-mannered house cats. They are microchipped and altered, and up to date on their vaccines. If you are interested in learning more about this deeply attached pair, please fill out our I'm interested form or contact our cat coordinator at 503-284-8768.

Jack & Joker

Meet Jack and Joker. Aren't they adorable? Born in August of 2009, these guys have energy and curiosity PLUS they are both playful and loving!

Jack is a lovely brown tabby who knows that everyone exists to admire and play with him, and he's willing to demand attention when he wants it. Be prepared for Jack to cuddle up on you as soon as you sit down. In fact, his favorite place to sleep is inside his foster mom's sweater, often when she is still wearing it! Jack is self-confident and outgoing; definitely the leader in this duo.

Though Joker is a little bit reserved, he is quite the cuddler once he's comfortable with new people. He is happy to let his pal, Joker, lead the way into new challenges or meeting new people. He tends to study a situation before diving in and starts off a little reserved when meeting people he doesn't know. However, while Jack is distracting you with his antics and cuddling, you may find that Joker has snuck in quietly and untied your shoes for you, so he can play with your laces.

These boys are still young and learning. They have the activity levels of kittens; both are cheerful and are curious about everything. They are also entertaining lap cats, and love to snuggle once they've exhausted themselves with playing and exploring.

Jack and Joker are up to date on their vaccines and neutered. If you're interested in meeting them, please fill out our I'm Interested form.

Fluffy

Fluffy is a beautiful and playful longhair tabby that looks just like a Maine Coon. He was born in December 2006, but he is one very playful 3-year-old. We think he is the perfect combination of well-behaved adult and playful kitten!

Among Fluffy's favorite toys are his feather wand and crinkly cat tunnel, but any toy is ideal if you will join in the fun with him. He likes to have a bit of playtime each day, and to reward you as a playmate he will entertain you with his extraordinary gymnastic abilities. We call him “The Flying Squirrel” because he flies through the air with all fours spread out as he chases his feather wand. With his long golden brown coat flying, he bears quite a resemblance to his nickname.

During quiet time, Fluffy likes to be held and sometimes rocked like a baby in your arms. In addition to cuddle time when he’s awake, he is also happy to snuggle on the bed at night. Because Fluffy’s fur is long, he does require some brushing to keep it silky and manageable. He is quickly learning to behave like a good boy while he is being groomed and he is also quite tolerant of having his nails trimmed.

Fluffy had a hard life on the streets for quite a while, but is quickly beginning to love the pampered life as an indoor cat. He is adjusting well to his new life, and seems to be looking forward to finding that special someone just waiting to give him the attention and love he deserves. Fluffy is quite easygoing and we think he would do best in a home with another cat pal.

Fluffy has been microchipped and neutered, and is up to date on all of his vaccines. If you're interested in seeing this boy's fantastic gymnastics, please fill out our I'm interested form.

Mezza

Mezza is a lovely and sweet 9-year-old who is very people-oriented. With those blue eyes she is part-Siamese, and we're guessing she's got Maine Coon in her as well (look at that lush coat)! She has a great purr and carries herself like the queen she considers herself to be. She has beautiful blue eyes and a gorgeous chocolate-cinnamon coat. She sheds very little but loves to be brushed. One of Mezza's favorite games is to attack the toilet paper, unrolling her adversary as she plays. Given other cat toys, Mezza is usually happy to play constructively, rather than destroying your toilet paper. She is a bit of a cuddlebug and loves to lay lap-side for pets and love, but prefers to arrive there under her own steam.

Mezza has a lovely combination of sweetness and playfulness. She has lived with (and is great with) children and other cats. We don't know if she's been dog-tested, but suspect that she would do well after a short adjustment period.

Mezza is fully declawed and must stay indoors at all times. She has been spayed and is up to date on all of her vaccines. To learn more about this lovely girl, please fill out our I'm Interested form.

Eliza Doolittle

Eliza Doolittle is the poster kitty for lap cats! And who could believe that this affectionate lap cat is actually living a rag-to-riches story?

We think that Eliza Doolittle was born sometime around the end of 2007. She lived on the streets for quite some time before she decided to post herself in fron tof an ARCF volunteer's home. Once she picked us, she sat in the front yard and cried and cried to come in. Once inside, this ragged street waif settled right into a domesticated lifestyle. Eliza was not sure at first about all of the whiskers in her new home (Eliza prefers the companionship of people), but as time has gone on, she has been caught sleeping on the same bed and watching the squirrels from the back of the sofa with some of her cat peers. Still, Eliza has made it clear that she is not particularly looking for a cat companion and would be most content as an only child.

Eliza enjoys being affectionate, so she will need people who have time after work and on weekends to spend with her. While Eliza is definitely a lap cat, she doesn't particularly care for being picked up, and she small children would likely not be very happy about that. She is a definite lap cat, however, and once she finds herself in your arms she simply loves to be held and cuddled. And once there she expects plenty of pets. If you stop the pets … out comes a gentle tap, tap of a soft paw to remind you that you have not finished the job. A good combing would be appreciated as well, please.

Liza is on the small side and a dainty eater. She’s not much of a talker and prefers to say everything with her eyes. Estimated to be somewhere between eighteen months and two years of age, Eliza is spayed and has had her vaccines.

If you would like to meet this rags-to-riches girl, fill out our I'm Interested form.

Ray

Ray is a long and lanky boy who was born in June of 2005. As a 4-year-old, he has matured just enough to be well-mannered but hasn’t lost his “inner kitten.” If you're looking for a chatty cat, Ray sings for his supper. He has a funny meow that's long and slighly melodic, and he isn't afraid to use it when he is hungry or just wants some love. He is not a constant talker but when he has something to say, he does love a good listener! He loves to hear you talk as well, so the conversations are fun!

Ray loves people but is not so crazy about other animals. While not aggressive, Ray has made it clear that people are his favorite – other cats or dogs are not. He likes anything having to do with his people, including sitting in a lap, couch time, sleeping on or near the bed, tummy rubs, and play time with toys.

Ray is a big love who simply adores attention, affection, and lots of pets! He has perfected the art of bopping his head against people for required love and attention time. For such a big boy, Ray has a soft purr that he can’t contain when he’s content and pleased. He is a very gentle boy who is looking for companionship and a loving home.

Ray is up to date on his vaccines and is neutered. If you're interested in meeting this giant lovebug, please fill out our I'm Interested form.

Miss Penny

Miss Penny is an 8-pound purring fur mop. She's sweet and affectionate, and a natural lap cat. Little did we know when we took her in that Miss Penny has a finely tuned “lap sense” superpower. From rooms away, she senses when you're preparing to sit and appears out of thin air to ensure that your lap is kept warm and you're not lonely whenever you're seated.

Born sometime in 2002, this girl does a fine impression of being a grown-up, well-behaved lady. And just when she's got you fooled into believing she's a calm lady, she bursts out with kitten-like play antics!

This girl is not a wallflower; Miss Penny knows her own mind and will keep you on task should you forget to pet or feed her.

Miss Penny loves adults and “cat-smart” children. However, she does not like other pets hogging “her” laps, and would prefer to be an only pet in her forever home.

Miss Penny is about seven years old, spayed, and is up to date on her vaccines.

If you are interested in this lap cat extraordinaire, please fill out our I'm Interested form.

Sheba

Sheba is very affectionate, with a laid back attitude common to black cats. She is approximately seven or eight years old - old enough to have good manners, but young enough to be playful and entertaining.

We estimate that Sheba was born sometime in 2001, but she is still quite the playful girl. Sheba’s current favorite game is hide-and-seek behind a curtain, calling until her foster mom “finds” her and then rolling over for a vigorous tummy rub. She is a total lap cat. Also, Sheba loves food and needs a person who can regulate her diet and withstand her “puppy dog eyes.”

She has a chirpy meow, which she uses often to let you know when she’s ready to play, when she’s hungry, or when she just wishes you’d sit down so she can climb on your lap. She is both inquisitive and exploratory, and adaptable enough to make herself at home just about anywhere. Her favorite toys include anything on a string and a laser light, and she is currently on a strict exercise regimen that includes daily weight lifting (carrying around her favorite toy) and running (after the pretty red dot).

Sheba does not get upset easily, and has a very sassy and confident personality. She prefers to be an “only child,” and isn’t particularly interested in sharing her people with other cats as they take away from her attention time, She is not easily ruffled, though, and we suspect she would do just fine with dogs.

Sheba has a touch of asthma, which is easily managed and doesn't affect her quality or length of life. She is spayed and is up to date on her vaccines. If you are interested in this confident girl, please fill out our I'm Interested form.