Special Cats Seeking Special Owners!
At HART, we consider all of our cats to be "special", but the cats on this page need special owners. Some of these cats require medication, others would prefer a home without children or other pets and still others need an owner with extra patience as they adjust to their new home. All of these cats need someone who can see their potential as loyal, loving companions despite the little extra care they require. Are you one of the exceptional people who can find a place in their hearts and homes for one of these cats? If so, contact the shelter (207-829-4116; email: info@hartofme.com) to make an appointment to visit or stop in to our open house on Wednesdays and Saturdays between 11:00 am and 4:00 pm. |
Medical considerations... |
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Trouble- Adult female
Meet our Trouble, a lovely long hair tortie lady who is about 5 years old. This beautiful kitty has been recently diagnosed with diabetes, and is adjusting easily to her new medication regimen. It is really quite simple to take care of her- really no “trouble at all”! We will be happy to show you all that is necessary for this, and even help with the financial aspect if needed. She takes her insulin very easliy. She loves attention but would be an alpha kitty in the household. She could be with another cat but would need one who doesn't mind being second fiddle. She is a real sweetie so her name is misleading. Please come meet her and see for yourself! |
Jules - Adult male
Jules is a very handsome boy. Previous owner describes him as quiet, affectionate, independent, playful and friendly to family and visitors. He is very inquisitive and gets along with other cats. He would be happy in most environments including children & cats if introduced slowly. However, he does require insulin twice a day and will need a family who is willing to give him this medical care and to love him dearly. |
Cecily (aka Cookie)- Adult female
Beautiful Cecily is a nice girl who was brought to us as a stray and discovered to be blind. She is such a sweetie pie that she is affectionately known as Cookie. This lovely lady has some Maine Coon in her as she has luxuriously soft long hair and classic coonie striping and swirls. Cookie is able to navigate around the shelter easily despite her vision loss, and can go up and down stairs without a problem. She is used to other cats and has lived with dogs too. She loves to snuggle close and purrs loudly. This wonderful kitty would make a purrfect companion and addition to any loving family. |
Corduroy - Adult male
This handsome gray tiger boy is about 4 1/2 years old and was surrendered to us when he was found to have crystals in his urine that require him to be on a special diet. His owners were not able to care for him, and sweet soft Corduroy is now living with us. He is big guy, friendly and affectionate. He needs to be kept on a simple C/D food that ensures his health, and he is doing just fine. Please come to meet him and discover how simple this care is! |
Ashes - Adult male
This gentle giant is Ashes. He has recently been diagnosed with diabetes, and has been fairly ill before the vet figured out what was going on. He is now doing much better and would love to find his new forever home. Ashes is a handsome gray and white boy who arrived as a stray. Please bring him home with you soon! |
Chewie- Adult male
This handsome Maine Coon mix gray tiger boy is an owner surrender and unfortunately they were moving to Australia and just couldn't take him with them. Chewie is a CD food only kitty as he has had crystal formations and surgery in the past .He must stay on that diet to maintain his urinary tract health. Chewie likes to be petted and have his back rubbed, but don't rub his belly or pick him up as he just is not comfortable with that! He will be fine with older children and adults who are willing to respect his boundaries. |
FIV Positive...
A few important facts about Feline Immunodeficiency Virus:
• FIV cannot be transmitted to humans
• infected cats can live a long, healthy life
• no special medication is required
• care simply involves providing a sound diet (NO raw foods), routine veterinary exams and protection against secondary infection
(i.e., vaccinate against other viral diseases; control parasites - fleas/worms/mites; keep indoors and away from other cats)
Take a minute to watch this video for more information about feline FIV.
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Webster- Adult male
Webster is a fabulous orange kitty with a wonderful, outgoing personality. He is very friendly to everyone and loves interacting with people. Webster will roll over on his back like a dog, begging for a tummy rub! Although Webster is FIV positive, he is happy and healthy and should remain so if kept indoors and given proper care. Webster should be the only kitty in the home unless sharing the home with other FIV positive kitties. Other pets would be fine. |
Argent- Adult male
Our handsome Argent is a medium hair gray and white male with gorgeous green eyes. What a love. He was purring when he came in the door. Argent rolls right onto his back and head butts and kisses. The vet estimates him to be about 3-4 years old. he was also rescued from an over crowded living situation and is used to other kitties. Please come to meet him and learn more about how long and healthy a life FIV positive cats can have!
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Gucci - Adult male
Gucci is a beautiful, lovable kitty with a heart of gold. This seven year old gent is funny and playful and loves people. Gucci is FIV+ so he must be the only cat unless it is another FIV+ kitty. Gucci would make a wonderful companion cat. He would also be very happy with another FIV+ kitty to pal around with. |
Pluto- Adult Male
Pluto is a friendly and laid back cat. This guy is just a wonderful kitty who has tested FIV+. This is by no means a death sentence, and kitties with AIIDS can live long and healthy lives. He is young- maybe two years old. Pluto is a beautiful tiger on white boy. He loves to play, and also cuddle - what more could you ask for in a kitty?
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Ginger- Adult female
Ginger is a very sweet tiger lady who is in foster care currently working on her weight loss plan. Her spa manager has her on a fixed diet of special food for over weight kitties and Ginger is already seeing results on the scale. She has lost two pounds in the past few months and feels more energetic by the day. She is a very affectionate and loving kitty. Ginger came to us because she is FIV positive... meaning that she has feline AIDS. She is living with another unaggressive kitty, so please call us for more information on this and what it will mean for you if you welcome her into your home. |
Calvin - Adult male
Calvin was brought to the shelter as as stray and was discovered to have feline AIDS. He is still quite timid, but is adjusting slowly to shelter life. He would need a quiet and patient home to allow him to adjust to a family life, but it certainly could be done. He would be a great companion kitty as he is used to other kitties.
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Nugget - Adult male
This handsome 8 year old guy was surrendered because he tested feline-AIDS positive, and lived with other kitties in the home . His previous owner was not comfortable with this, so felt it best for HART to take him. He describes Nugget as affectionate, independent, talkative, couch potato. He is friendly to family and visitors and loves to be cuddled and brushed. He is even tempered and loving. Nugget would love to be with someone who will let him sleep in the same room and give him lots of attention. |
Noxumi - Adult male
Noxumi is a gentle and mild mannered guy who arrived at our shelter and is FIV+. He has soft medium length hair, and is almost all black with just the white badge of honor on his chest. Noxumi would love to be relaxing in front of a cozy fire and enjoys your affection and attention. Please consider adding this nice boy to your home. Please call for information on integrating a non aggressive kitty with feline AIDS into your family!
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Orphie - Adult male
Orphie found his way to the shelter after being a stray for a few years in Portland. When he was finally rescued we discovered he had feline AIDS, and so he was brought into foster care to live with other FIV+ kitties. Orphie is a handsome guy, but somewhat timid. He gets along with other cats, but is still wary of humans. Please consider allowing this guy into your life, and showering him with lots of TLC so that he can become the trusting boy we know he can!
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Raven- Adult male
Raven is a sleek and glossy all black male with a dash of white on his neck and a bit more on his chest. He is only about a year and a half old. He was scared when he first came in with his buddies, Argent and Cheeks, but has settled in nicely. He has a wonderful loud purr, and rolls over for belly rubs. This sweet doesn’t want you not to be scared off by his FIV diagnosis, and come to meet him soon.
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Senior cats...
If you're looking to adopt a cat, why not consider adopting an older cat? Senior cats have several positive qualities that a younger kitten might have yet to
develop. According to the Humane Society, qualities that
make senior animals excellent companions include:
• Older animals already know the ropes. Many are patient and wise, making it easier to assimilate them into a new home.
• Mature animals often give you some time to yourself, as their physical demands are not as high.
• Older animals can learn quickly. Their ability to focus can be leaps and bounds ahead of impetuous kittens.
So, take a look at some of our "veterans" and see if there's one meant for you! |
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Houdini - Adult male
Houdini is one of our wonderful senior kitties with a heart of gold and a sweet, sweet spirit. He is a bit shy to strangers, but will warm up quickly when he gets to know you. Houdini would be very happy in a quiet home with perhaps another kitty for companionship. He has made tremendous progress from when he first arrived at the old HART shelter in the barn a very long time ago. Houdini can be a fun boy that really does like attention. New parents will want to be patient and have a quiet home.
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Mulberry - Senior male
This nice older gent is an all black beauty who is laid back and sweet. He was surrendered to another shelter and was considered too old to adopt, so a volunteer brought him to HART. Mulberry settled right in with other kitties without batting an eye. He is quiet and calm, not asking for much. All he needs is a sunny window, soft bed, and some food in the dish. Please consider this wise older cat - he would make a wonderful companion for an older person who is looking for a couch potato to snuggle with! |
Tinkerbelle- Senior female
Tinkerbelle is a very pretty Siamese mix older lady of about 12 who was recently returned as she was too stressed living in a family with many pets. This nice girl needs to be one of your only princesses, but ideally she would thrive as an only kitty. Tinkerbelle needs a calm and quiet home with someone to treat her as the royalty she is. Please come to meet this nice kitty. |
Annie- Senior female
Annie is a white long hair lady who is about 13 years old. She is beautiful but slightly unapproachable at this time. Annie was an owner surrender as her mom became ill and had to move from her home. She was attached to her but hid from all others so it may take some TLC and patience before she learns to trust again. |
Tiger Lily II- Senior female
Pretty Tiger Lily is not a very happy camper at the shelter. She and her friend, Mr. Big were brought in as their elderly owner was no longer able to care for them. They are heart broken and don't understand what has happened. She is about 11 or 12 years old, and was sued to being a couch potato, and snuggling with her buddy. Please come soon to meet this lovely lady and maybe consider giving both she and Mr. Big a comfy bed in your home.
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Chandler - Senior male
Chandler has been at HART for many years. He's a handsome short hair orange and white boy. He originally came from New York when the shelter in Maine first started. He is probably 14 years old, plus... we don't really know. He is very sweet and still has a lot of spunk. Chandler loves to be held and adores just being loved. He does need to be on a special diet. Chandler can get a little anxious, so he should be in a nice quiet home, though he does love to play. He probably should be the only cat as he likes to be the boss. He's got a very adorable, wise old face. Come meet this HART veteran and invite him home. |
Piper- Senior female
This adorable kitty is Piper, a twelve year old lady who was surrendered due to allergies. She is sweet, but a bit confused and timid in her new surroundings. Piper absolutely loves dogs and is a true lap cat. She would love to find her new home soon and be welcomed onto your lap. Please come and meet this deserving older lady soon.
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Lucky- Senior male
This handsome all black guy is 16 yrs old and very very sweet, Lucky is a lap cat and a true gentleman! He does need to take thyroid medication which is to be expected at that age. His owner was no longer able to care for him, and this sweetie just wants a nice comfy couch in a sunny window to relax in. Can you please open your heart to this wonderfully deserving guy?
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Mr. Big- Senior male
Mr. Big is a medium hair black and white tuxedo guy who was surrendered by his owner along with Tiger Lily II. Their elderly owner unfortunately could no longer care for them. Mr. Bi is seventeen and is partially blind but quite sweet. He is adjusting better to shelter life better than his eleven year old girl friend, Tiger Lily. Please come to meet this older pair who so deserve of a new home soon
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Whitney- Senior male
Come meet our handsome Whitney boy. This older guy was recently returned to us after living with a family who no longer wanted him, He is our gentle giant with his pristine white coat and haunting eyes of two colors. Whitney would do best in a quiet home, perhaps with older children who respect his age and demeanor. This boy is loving and trusting and deserves to live out his years with people who love him
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Patrice- Senior female
Patrice is such a dear.-we just love those eyes. Patrice has been with us for quite a few years. She is about sixteen years old now. She really does not like to be picked up but she does enjoy being brushed and your gentle pets. Patrice is a bit timid at first so needs a slow approach until she gets to know you.
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Krytabel- Senior female
Kyrstabel; is a sweet senior lady. She has high blood pressure and a heart murmur with a heart of gold. She is a beautiful short hair black lady with a thin ring of white necklace. She is quite bonded with Patrice as they have been together for a long time.
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