Thursday's Purrs: Dash

"Could you use a dash of spice in your life? Well, I'm your guy!

Hello, my name is Dash, and I'm a handsome, medium-haired black kitty with beautiful green eyes. I came to Wayside from another shelter that was low on space, and so far I am loving being here, meeting lots of new people and hoping to find the right one for me very soon!"

photo courtesy Catherine Sherman

"I'm a super friendly, confident cat who gives great headbutts. I'm cuddly, and I don't even mind being held or having my belly rubbed. I also make great biscuits with my paws, so maybe I can help out with your fall and winter baking.


Got a favorite recipe you want to try out?  *flexes paws* I'll just limber up here a bit and I'll be ready to go in a jiff!

One of my favorite things to do here at Wayside is free roam the Cat Adoptions area. I love to explore, and I'm easy going, I never cause any trouble.

You know where I'd really like to roam? In my new home, with my new person or people.

Could it be you?
Love, Dash"

Dash is available at Allie's Alma Mater, Wayside Waifs. Come meet this sweet, sweet boy today!

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Thursday's Purrs: Columbus

"Well hello there!

I'm Columbus, a classic short haired red tabby with the sweetest little puppy dog (uhm, I mean kitty cat) eyes."

"I'm known around here for being a big, cuddly teddy bear who never met a person I didn't like. The volunteers here say I'm all sorts of kind and loving, and it's true! I looooove being petted, and won't say no to the occasional treat."

"One of my favorite things to do around here is get out of my kennel and have a chat with visitors and other volunteers. I just have so much to say!

Just call me Chatty Columbus. (Or not. Hey, who wrote this script anyway? *peers at the lady behind the keyboard*)

Truth is, I am a vocal kinda guy, and I'd love to talk to you.
Come by any time and visit me. I'm the handsome moggie in kennel A2.

Hope to see you soon!
Columbus :)"



Columbus is available at Allie's Alma Mater, Wayside Waifs. Come meet this sweet, sweet boy today!

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Thursday's Purrs: Carmen

"Hullo there, pleased to meet you!

My name is Carmen, and as you may have noticed from my picture, I have a very unusual coat. I'm sort of a tortoiseshell/calico combination, with some tuxedo pattern thrown in, as you can see from my white bib and gloves.

So that means I'm dressed for any occasion!"

"My colorful fur also is very soft. So I hope that means that you will enjoy petting me as much as I love being petted. Seriously, I have one of the softest kitty coats you've ever felt!

I was adopted from Wayside once before, but I have been diagnosed with FLUTD (feline lower urinary tract disease). It's not so much a disease as a condition that can be managed with a special diet and a low-stress environment.

The staff and volunteers have noted that since I have returned to Wayside, I have used my litter box consistently. Still, they recommend that my new family give me a least a week in my own room in my new home to adjust."

"Because FLUTD can be aggravated by stress, I would be happiest in a calm, quiet home without other cats, dogs or young children. I request a patient adopter who will give me plenty of time to adjust to my new environment. My previous family said I was a "joy" to have around, and I must admit, I'd totally bond with the family member who feeds me. (I'm a girl who loves a good, tasty dish!)

They said I like to play with toys, and I do! I even like to play all by myself, with the toys in my kennel. I especially love batting my little toy mouse around.

My Felineality is Sidekick. That means I tend to be moderately brave in new situations, and I love nothing more than sticking by my favorite person or people. Having my special person near brings me comfort and confidence.

I do love attention, and I relax when I'm petted. I'll let you know it by making biscuits with my paws and flopping on my side for belly rubs! If you're looking for a sweet kitty to fill your home and heart with beauty and love, come meet me, Carmen!

I'll be waiting for you right here at Wayside.

Purrs,
Carmen"


Carmen's available at Allie's Alma Mater, Wayside Waifs. Come meet this sweet, sweet girl today!

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Thursday's Purrs: Marge

"Hullo there, my name is Marge!

I am a beautiful 3 year old girl with pretty green eyes and black and white markings. I’m quite the confident cat (I can’t help it, really. I mean, people are always telling me that I’m pretty!).

That means that I am brave in new situations, and like to walk to the beat of my own drum. Don’t worry, though, I am also very affectionate, and will gladly snuggle with you! 

I love to be petted, and will purr when you scratch my ears and neck. I also like to play – do you have any toys? I sure hope my forever family has toys, as I am a young girl, and will enjoy playing with you! 

Won’t you come to Wayside and see if I’m the girl for you? 

Purrs and Love, Marge"

Marge's available at Allie's Alma Mater, Wayside Waifs. Come meet this sweet, sweet girl today!

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Thursday's Purrs: Maggie

"Hi there, I’m Maggie.

I’m a three year old tortoiseshell girlcat with loads of luscious brown and black fur, and some killer golden eyes - if I do say so myself."

 
"And at the tender age of 3.5 years, I already know exactly what I want out of life! You see, I’m a bit of an adventurous girl, and I love hanging around kids.

In fact, my friends at Wayside tell me my purrsonality type is Sidekick, which means I'm a pretty outgoing girl and will be great company around the house. And I just love human attention. I lap it up like one of those drooly dogs I see walking outside here at the shelter.

Psst ...I'm known for giving out mean headbutts to show my affection, too!

And now it's confession time: I am not a dog perso-- uhh, cat.
Other kitties? Sure. Kids? Bring'em on!
Dogs? Nope. Never. Nada. Not my cup o' catnip.

But hey, there are loads of cat people with kids out there - I just know it!

And I know this will be my last stop before I find the people I’ll spend my life with.
I’ll be waiting for you!

Love, Maggie"

Maggie 's available at Allie's Alma Mater, Wayside Waifs.

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Thursday's Purrs: Joseph

"Well, helloooooo, ladies."

"My name is Joseph, and I'm a three year old orange moggie just hanging out, looking for a family to love.

I’m an independent kind of guy, maybe a little shy at first. But just you wait! My feline-ality is Party Animal. So once I warm up to my new surroundings, I’m the life of the party.

I'll be out and about to explore and play, and wowza, do I ever love to play! Let you in on a little secret? I looooove wand toys. A LOT."

(I hear Faraday's got the goods on where to score the best ones, too. So if you have any questions, the fine mancats here as A Tonk's Tale can clue us in. Sound like a plan?) 

"As far as preferences are concerned, I'd do best in a home that has children over the age of 12 who can give me some space when I need it. Other than that, I'm just easy-peasey lemon-squeezy, all the way.

Could I be the kitty for you?
Come down to Wayside and ask to meet me!

Purrs and headbonks,
Joseph"

Joseph's available at Allie's Alma Mater, Wayside Waifs.

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Thursday's Purrs: Wanda

UPDATE: Wands was adopted THE VERY NEXT DAY!

 "I’m Wanda, a beautiful green-eyed, brown and black tabby girl with a big purrsonality. If you come to Wayside to meet me, I will most likely say hello first, so I can get your attention."

"I might even show you how well I case the joint how seriously I take security. I've been known to make the rounds here at Wayside to ensure wayward toys don't get out of hand -- err, paw."

"I’ve had quite the journey to Wayside. I came from another shelter (out of state!) that was out of space. Now here I am, ready to find my human! The people here at Wayside tell me I’m beautiful. But to feel my luxuriously soft fur, you'll have to come to Wayside and meet me."

"I might even give you a demonstration of my 'flat pose'! (check out my video, I might have given you a sneak peek.)

In the meantime, I’ll just be hanging here, looking for a little conversation, a snuggle or two ... and you!

Purrs,
Wanda"

Wanda's available at Allie's Alma Mater, Wayside Waifs.

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Thursday's Purrs: Lisa

"So pleased to meet you! My name is Lisa, and I came to Wayside when the folks here offered to help another local shelter out when they were running low on space. Wasn't that nice?"

"As you can see, I’m an orange tabby girl -- hey, did you know we orange girls are a bit rare? Usually orange tabbies are boys!"

"I've been told my golden eye is gorgeous and offsets my coloring beautifully.

Yep, just one eye! You see, my left eye was giving me a lot of problems, so the veterinarians at my previous shelter felt it was best to remove it.

I do fine with one eye, though. It sure doesn’t stop me from playing!"

"I love toys, but my favorite? That's the wand toy, paws down. So much fun!

I’m a friendly cat who enjoys attention. However, I’m not at all fond of having my tail tugged, so I would be happiest in a home with no children under the age of 5.

My Felineality is Sidekick. That means I’m a people-oriented cat who is moderately brave in new situations. Whatever you are doing, I will be happy to hang out with you, making you look good.

Do I sound like the girl for you? If so, won't you head on out so we can meet face to fur?
Looking forward to it!

Love,
Lisa"


Lisa's available at Allie's Alma Mater, Wayside Waifs.

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Announcing Rescued, Vol 2: Special Edition!

Have you heard? 

Allie's rags-to-riches tale is featured in the recently-released anthology,

Rescued, Volume 2: The Healing Stories of 12 Cats, Through Their Eyes.

And beginning tomorrow, April 1 (no fooling!), you can purchase an autographed Special Edition of Rescued 2, featuring Allie on the cover.

Did we mention every Special Edition is autographed by Allie (and her ghostwriter)?

Each purchase during the month of April supports Allie's Alma Mater, Wayside Waifs.
We'd love to put a copy in your hands.

Just click the PayPal button in our sidebar, and we'll send it your way soon!

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Thursday's Purrs: Lilly

"Could I interest you in a steady companion? Someone calm and confident, with a lot of love to give? My name is Lilly, and I’m in the market for a human."

"I love nothing more than warm laps and great conversation. I'm the kind of cat you'd love hanging out with after the kids have gone to bed and you're looking to kick back and relax.

It's true, I don't mind kids - not one bit. I know that's kind of rare in a feline, so I thought I'd mention that straight out."

"My Felineality (feline personality)is Sidekick. That means I’m moderately brave in new situations and love nothing more in life than just hanging out with my favorite person or people, basking in a mutual lovefest.

Sound good to you? Then come on out to Wayside and let's hook up!
Purrs, Lilly"

Lilly's available at Allie's Alma Mater, Wayside Waifs.

 

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Thursdays' Purrs: Molly

"Can I tell you a secret?

I love a good conversation."

"Now, don't let that serious expression fool you. (They told me I needed to look professional for the camera - go figure!)

I'm a lot more outgoing than it looks! In fact, I love nothing more than to settle in for a good, long cozy chat. I tend to get rather engaged too. I'll hang onto your every word, and even offer my opinion from time to time. Oh yes, nothing beats a healthy discussion, don't you agree?

Maybe it's because I'm such a people, uhh, person. People cat? People purrson? However you say it, I'm very people-focused!"

"I've heard the folks around here say I'm a big girl with a big personality to match. Wait. I'm not so sure I like the connotation of 'big girl'  .... Does that camera lens make me look fat? Be honest, now.

As you may have noticed, I'm a fabulous tortoiseshell tabby with gorgeous green eyes. I'm front-declawed, so I'd really rather stay indoors exclusively, if it's all the same to you.

I’m brave and adventurous, confident and cheerful. And I love the company of people. To be honest, I'm the life of the party - and I give fab headbutts. Seriously, you need to experience one for yourself!

I'm so looking forward to meeting you!
Purrs, chirps and headbutts,
Molly"

Molly's available at Allie's Alma Mater, Wayside Waifs.

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Thursday's Purrs: Scotty

"Thanks for reading about me! My name is Scotty, and I’m a black kitty with a very sleek and silky coat. I've been told I have amazing golden eyes, too. What do you think?

I’m a playful, affectionate and loving boy who enjoys sitting beside you or even on your lap. I've lived with other cats and got along with them okay, but I really adore human attention, so if it's all the same to you, I might really enjoy being an only cat. And I have to admit, I think I'd also rather be in a home with no young children.

You see, I can be a little shy at first, and those mini humans can be a bit intimidating!

For that special someone, though - I promise, I warm up quickly. I have a lot of love to give and can hardly wait to find my purrfect match to give it all to!"

"Also, I'm front-declawed which means I need to be an indoors-only kind of guy since one of my main forms of protection has now been removed. But hey, I'm totally down with protecting the inside of your home. I have mad skillz in that area!

Want to come by and see if we're meant to be?

Just ask for short, dark and handsome.
They'll know it's me - Scotty!"

Scotty's available at Allie's Alma Mater, Wayside Waifs.

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Thursday Purrs: Carolyn

"Hello!
 My name is Carolyn and I'm one of the most beautiful girls at Wayside, or so I've been told."

"I'm a dilute tuxedo torbie, which means I have some tabby stripes, beautiful blue-gray and apricot spots, and a white bib, boots and gloves. So I'm perfectly dressed for any occasion."

"I came to Wayside from another shelter that was low on space, and I'm thrilled to be here, where I just know I will find my forever home - and loads of belly rubs."

"I'm a sweet kitty who enjoys attention. I'm not fond of being picked up, though. For that reason, I shouldn't live in a home with children under age 5. Little kids, you see, don't always follow a kitty's wishes.

I looove hanging out with other cats, though."

"What else would you like to know about me? I have an adorable little meow, a nice purr - and I know how to wink! (see Exhibit A, above)."

"I'm playful, and my favorite toys are mice and wands. (Betcha couldn't tell, huh!)

If you're looking to start off 2017 with a sweet, beautiful new friend, please come to Wayside and ask for me!

Love,
Carolyn"

Carolyn's available and ready to settle in with her new humans, at Allie's Alma Mater, Wayside Waifs.

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Thursday's Purrs: Merarr

"I'm so glad you "spotted" me! Hi, my name is Merarr, and I'm a super cute shorthaired black and white kitty with the cutest little spot right under my nose. It's my half-'stache, and it really brings out my gorgeous golden eyes and adorable pink nose."

"I came to Wayside as a stray, and I'm delighted to be here, where I just know my forever person or people will walk through the door and fall in love with me.

I'm a playful, active, affectionate girl who loves toys. What's my favorite? All of them! That makes sense, because when I had my Felineality test here at Wayside, they told me I'm a Party Animal!

That means I'm a bold, confident, adventurous cat who always knows how to have a good time.

Could you use a little more fun in your life? Please come to Wayside, ask for me, Merarr, and we will get the party started!

Love, Merarr"

Merarr's available and ready to settle in with her new humans, at Allie's Alma Mater, Wayside Waifs.

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Thursday's Purrs: Marshmallow

"If you're looking for a fluffy friend, look no further!

I'm Marshmallow and I'm just as sweet and soft as you'd expect. I'm a beautiful British Shorthaired kitty with white fur. I'm eight years old but I still have plenty of life to live and love to give.

Can you keep a secret? I love being petted. I mean, looooooove it.

As in, well ... I'm kind of a drooler.
But honestly, can you blame me? Getting scritches is totally drool-worthy in my book."

The ladies over at Wayside tell me I remind them of Winston Churchill. Well, I am British, after all. Can I help it if I have a pouty mouth?

Um, can you keep another secret? I have been known to give out wet, slobbery kitty kisses. A lot. So many, in fact that the ladies have named me the Don Juan of the Cat Adoptions area.

Personality-wise, I'm a Secret Admirer -- which means I might be a little shy at first, but once we get to know each other, well, I won't be able to resist you!

Need a hug? A kiss? A bit of drool?
I'm your mancat!

Sitting by my kennel door,
anxiously awaiting you,

(Sir) Marshmallow Churchill"

Marshmallow's available today, at Allie's alma mater, Wayside Waifs.

 

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Thursday's Purrs: Binkie

"Well hello there! My name is Binkie and, I don't mean to brag, but I'm one of the most popular guys at Wayside."

"I was found as a stray, but clearly I was someone's pet before, because I love people so much. (uhh, betcha can't tell now, can you?)"

me, being all sassy and cute and stuff.

"People say I'm one of the most beautiful cats at Wayside, too, although right now I look a little bedraggled because I've been shaved.

You see, when I came to Wayside, I had such a bad case of fleas, that was the best way to give me some relief. But when my hair grows back in, look out!"

pet mah belleh, anyone?

"I was also very skinny when I came here, but I'm gradually putting on some weight. I can't put into human words what all I went through out on my own, but I do want you to know that I'm so happy now to be around people.

I'm an affectionate guy who gives wonderful headbutts. I also give great paw massages! Seriously, if you could use a shoulder rub, I'm your guy. Come a bit closer ... I can allllmost reach you!"

kitty massage, anyone?

"My Felineality is Sidekick, which means that my favorite thing in life is to just hang around with my favorite person or people. Do you think that could be you? I'm conducting interviews now at Wayside!

Love,
Binkie"

Binkie's available and ready to begin his great adventure - at Allie's Alma Mater, Wayside Waifs.

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