Cat of the Week: John

John is one gorgeous fella! What a cute face and a personality to match. He has the triangular look of a Wedge Siamese in a tuxedo body. John has used up one of his nine lives already as he was born with a small hole in his heart. However after blood work, ultrasounds and specialists, John has been deemed healthy and should live out a normal life span.

He is on a small amount of heart medicine daily, which is very inexpensive. He is energetic and loving and would so enjoy having a home of his own. He gets along great with other cats and loves to be loved. won't you please think about taking John home or at least come to meet him. He is a wonderful boy and will win your heart.

Video Monday: Cat Attacks Singing Card

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Cat of the Week: Lucy & Linus

Lucy and Linus are a brother and sister who would like to be adopted together. Linus is the gray tiger and is more outgoing than his sister. He loves to be petted and will roll around and lick your hands. Lucy is a bit shy, but still loves to have her soft, plush fur to be petted.

They would be a great fit for a quiet household that needs some lovable kitties. Please drop by our adoption center in Granby and visit this pair.

Video Monday: Lil' Push

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Cat of the Week: Peter

Peter is a great cat - just as lovable as can be. He likes to hang out near the door where he can welcome the visitors and maybe score some pettins. He loves it when people give him lots of attention. He does have a playful side and likes to chase the laser light a bit.

Peter gets along easily with other kitties and is ready to give love to whoever takes him home. Please drop by our adoption center in Granby and visit this special boy.

MKK Christmas List

• Petco/PetSmart gift cards 
• Walmart/Stop & Shop/Big Y gift cards  
• Authority Cat Food (PetSmart) 
• Purina Naturals 
• Purina One Kitten 
• Cat treats 
• Friskies wet food 
• Fancy Feast wet food 
• Cat toys (catnip toys, things to chase/play with, cardboard scratchers) 
• Cat litter (feline pine) 
• Laundry & dish detergent 
• Paper towels 
• Sponges 
• Bath & hand size towels 
• Cat beds 

Adoptions & New Arrivals: 12/12/11

Adoptions:
- Kali
- Minou
- Sapphire
- Stephano
- Nastasia
- Hennessy
- Tigger

New Arrivals:
- PoolGirl
- Steph
- Toni

Video Monday: Synchronized Cats

Source: icanhascheezburger.com

Cat of the Week: Samson

Samson is a beautiful, sweet 10-year old boy who'll just melt your heart. He's never pushy, but he loves it when someone takes the time to pet him and will lean into your fingers and purr.

Samson get along fine with other kitties. Please drop by our adoption center in Granby and visit this handsome boy.

Adoptions & New Arrivals: 12/5/11

Adoptions: 
- Washington
- Timmy
- Peanut
- Lugo
- Barbara
- Anya
- Tina
- Jack
- Daniel
- Maisy

New Arrivals:
- Sabrina
- Tabitha

Happy Tails: Sophie
"Just wanted you to know that she has adjusted to her new home very well. She does have to adjust to my 2 boys a little better.

"She normally runs any where in the condo she wants but my 2 boys have to stay downstairs, she will NOT allow them to come upstairs where she sleeps & eats. No big fight, just a quick hiss at my boys and they are gone.....LOL The boys keep trying to come upstairs & slip by her, she usually wins.....

"She is a very special girl to me & my husband, she is loved very much"

Happy Tails: Noodles
"Just wanted to let you know how wonderful Noodles is doing. He is so loving and playful and happy and this picture is his evening routine of watching tv with us. We just love him soooo much! Great kitty. You all do such a wonderful job caring for all your kitty's. I will certainly send people your way! I will keep you guys updated."

Video Monday: Telecom Commercial

Source: Bouygues Telecom

Cat of the Week: Chez & Dante

Chez and Dante aren't brothers by birth, but they met at our adoption center and have been best buds ever since. These two energetic boys need to be adopted together. Chez is black & white, lanky with a long tail, and is about one year old. Dante is white with brown tiger markings and is a bit older, about one and a half years old.

Both boys like to play, but they also like to be held and petted - sometimes they have trouble deciding which they prefer. One minute they may race from one end of the shelter to another, playing kitty tag, and the next they are at your feet waiting for pets. Chez particularly likes to try to cuddle when people do the dishes.

These two would make a fun, lovable addition to any household. Please drop by our center in Granby and meet them.

Adoptions: 11/28/11

Adoptions:
- Sparky
- Sara
- Tommy
- Nala
- Rory
- Ruthie
- Ryan

Happy Tails: Jen 
"Hi! I adopted Jen on November 6th. She is a great cat and we love her so much. She loves to cuddle and sleep with us. Every morning she comes in bright and early and licks our faces, lays on top of us and purrs very loudly. Today when I fell asleep on the couch, she fell asleep on top of me! I added the picture that Pascal took of us. She still likes to bite but it isn't as bad. She runs around like a wild woman at least twice a day and loves the scratching post. She's a very good cat and we couldn't be happier! Thank you for everything!!"

Video Monday: Oskar the Blind Kitten

Source: Mick12321

iGive and Cyber Monday

Because of Cyber Monday, we thought we'd do an extra blog post about iGive.

Mary's Kitty Korner is glad to be an organization listed on iGive (isearch.igive.com), a site that donates money to non-profits for each search a member makes and each online purchase made at certain stores (Amazon, Target, Expedia, Best Buy, and 940 others)!

We have already earned $648 through iGive.

All you do is log on to iGive, follow their link to an online store, and then shop like you normally would. iGive automatically calculates what that store will be donating to Mary's Kitty Korner. (You can look up the total donations you've earned on your iGive account.)

It costs nothing for you to sign up and even if you never shop or use the service afterward, Mary's Kitty Korner receives $5!

Or you can use iGive anonymously and still benefit Mary's Kitty Korner when you search!

Top 8 Reasons to
Join iGive

• 1. It feels good to help.
• 2. It feels even better when it's free and simple.
• 3. You save money with coupons and deals.
• 4. Since 1997, our 350,000 members have helped over 30,000 causes and charities.
• 5. It adds up quickly at over 900 stores. Vacations, shoes, computers, books, office supplies, clothes and more all help. And when your friends start helping, the money really multiplies.
• 6. Blush inducing testimonials on our Facebook page.
• 7. The money starts flowing fast. Review the monthly checks we've sent.
• 8. Your cause gets a $5, even if you don't shop.

Cat of the Week: Midgeon & Seymour

Seymour and Midgeon NEED to go together. They are siblings and very bonded. Let me tell you about the babies. I consider these lovely's Ying and Yang kittens.

Seymour is the edgy looking cat while Midgeon is the soft cat. They have been riding along with me in my car while I work since they were 4 weeks old. They love to ride. They explore the car, use the litter box when needed and when they are ready to nap they either curl up together in the seat or in my lap.

They both love to cuddle with each other and in the lap. Midgeon even loves to climb up onto my shoulder and snooze. They are both absolute sweethearts. They would love a family that loves, laughs, cuddles, plays and wants two adorable kittens. Both kittens get along with the other cats and my older dog.

Give me a call for more information. Heidi - 413-246-8151

Adoptions & New Arrivals: 11/21/11

Adoptions: 
- Honey
- Froto
- Rescue
- Bandit
- Oscar
- Plum
- Aaron
- Auntar
- Jasper
- Bart


New Arrivals: 
- Sabrina
- Tabitha
- Natasia
- Stefano

Video Monday: Sand Box

Source: The Shelter Pet Project

Cat of the Week: Dutch

Meet Dutch. A handsome, sweet kitty on a mission. His mission: to patrol, and explore every nook and cranny, and when he's done, to do it again! No mouse, or bug, or shadow will escape his notice.

A highly intelligent young fellow, Dutch is quite comfortable with his fellow felines, loves pats and attention, and is quite playful. Dutch will charm you with his alert gaze, and keep you entertained with his antics. Dutch does come with a health issue, he has kitty asthma. We will provide you with his inhaler, which he takes beautifully and he has not had a single episode since on his meds.

He is a great cat, so don't let this small concern scare you. Call us for more info! He is otherwise extremely healthy. He would be perfectly happy with other cats, or as a single cat.

Adoptions & New Arrivals: 11/13/11

Adoptions:
- Tupac
- Pretty
- Rico
- Dolce
- Ike
- Matilda
- Riley
- Rowan
- Misty
- Emma

New Arrivals: 
- Auntar
- Sam
- Khan

Happy Tails: Noodles 

Cat of the Week: Honey

Honey is a great kitty who absolutely loves to be petted. She calls out softly from her cage if she thinks you are going to walk by without petting her. Honey is beautiful, petite and incredibly silky soft. She loves to cuddle up in your lap.

 
Honey is a sweet cat who was returned to us after three years when her family brought home a puppy that Honey didn't care for. Poor Honey was tossed out of her home and then developed bladder stones. After major surgery, Honey made a full recovery and is ready to try a new home.

Please consider taking this girl home and showing her that love can be forever.

Adoptions and New Arrivals: 11/7/11

Adoptions: 
- Darla
- Billy Jean
- Smokey
- Mask
- Spot
- Presley
- Noodles
- Jen

New Arrivals: 
- Rocky
- Jerry
- Janice
- Abby
- Matilda
- Pretty
- Dolly
- Sarah
- Oscar
- Timmy

Happy Tails: Rusty & Jagger
"We have been so amazingly happy for the last week with our new adopted babies that we got from Mary's Kitty Korner! 
"First and foremost, we must thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the wonderful care that you gave to our kitties before we adopted them! It truly does show how much time that you spend with these kittens due to their incredible lap loving, purring, and amazing gentleness!" 

Happy Tails: Sugar 

"Here's Sugarbelle in one of her favorite spots (she has many). She's already worked her way into everyone's heart."

Happy Tails: Oreo

Oreo with his new buddy, Molly.

Video Monday: Double Trouble

Source: Simonscat

Adoptions and New Arrivals: 10/23/2011

Adoptions: 
- Rusty
- Neede
- Pumpkin (kitten)
- Felix
- Ben
- Jerry
- Toby
- Naja
- Annabelle
- Amelia
- Bella
- Chance
- Meebie
- Amber
- Fancoise
- Sophie


New Arrivals:
- KC
- Bandit

Happy Tails: Kiki 

"We are so thrilled, she is doing phenomenally well, and we just love her.  At first I was a little nervous about introducing her to Sophie.  I kept her in the bedroom for about a week, and then gradually introduced them; let them sniff each other’s toys etc.  After a week I let her come out.  Sophie is not quite ready to play yet.  If Kiki comes too close she gives her a little hiss and Kiki walks away and is respectful of Sophie’s space.   

"But there has been absolutely no fighting or growling or anything, just an occasional confrontation at first like that, that is improving even after two weeks.  She continues to stay upstairs, but has the free roam of the house if she wants.  Sophie tends to sleep with my son, Jack, and Kiki sleeps with me.  She is very friendly and very social towards people, hops on them and does that “patty paw” thing.  The name Kiki seems to have stuck."

Video Monday: Somersaulting Kitty

Source: MoonGrate

Adoptions & New Arrivals: 10/17/2011

Adoptions: 
- Sugar
- Shane
- Jo
- Savanna

Happy Tails: Elijah (now Sammy) & Shadow 

"They are doing so well and we are all crazy about them! Meal time is a riot, shadow dances around and Sammy has been known to jump from the counter onto my shoulder, no claws of course. They cuddle and play with each other and with us non stop. Dan has even taught Sammy to fetch a little bouncy ball. Shadow loves the little catnip toys."

 

Fostering

We are always looking for foster families and there is a great article out on Catster.com for anyone considering fostering.

"Becoming a foster provider to homeless cats or kittens can be rewarding and fulfilling, and may offer an ideal situation for families who are unwilling or unable to make a long-term commitment to a pet cat.

"Many cat rescue groups see finding cat foster homes is a vital part of their work. Sometimes these groups, which rescue cats and kittens from high-kill shelters, don't actually own facilities or shelters. The foster homes become an important stepping stone from the time the cat or kittens are rescued until they can be permanently placed for adoption.

"Before you decide to become a foster provider, it's a good idea to assess your situation and decide if fostering a cat is really right for you. If you have young children or dogs, or if you work long hours, you may not be able to provide a suitable home for some cats, and fostering a kitten may be nearly impossible. It helps if the whole family is committed to fostering, because each cat might be with you for several months. "

Full article: Is Cat Fostering Right For Me?

Video Monday: Cat Inspecting Tape

Source: harmo777

Cat of the Week: Arrista

Arrista is a beautiful young girl - just a little over three years old. She sits and watches the activity from her cage with her all-knowing gaze until someone notices her and finally gives her a visit. Then Arrista puts on the cute and mashes her face into your hands, purring up a storm. But if you dangle a toy in front of her, watch out! Play time is in session and she'll bat her toy around with great concentration and delight. 


Please drop by the adoption center in Granby and visit this gorgeous little girl.

Adoptions & New Arrivals: 10/10/11

Adoptions: 
- Gino
- Jasper
- Bono

New Arrivals: 
- Naja
- Peanut
- Sampson
- Lucy
- Linus

Video Monday: Cat Wheel

Source: makemagazine

Cat of the Week: Pigeon

Pigeon is a sweet, gentle girl who loves people. She keeps to herself but is overjoyed if a person takes the time to pet her soft fur. Pigeon will purr endlessly for you. She's not entirely sure she likes other kitties yet. She would definitely jump at the chance to be the only kitty (more attention for her!).

Please drop by our adoption center in Granby and visit this sweet pea.

Adoptions & New Arrivals: 10/3/11

Adoptions: 
- Pear
- Rosie
- Toni
- Teddy
- Kiki (Emily Mills)
- Bea
- Bogart
- Felix

New Arrivals: 
- Gino
- Jasper

Happy Tails: Magsde (Magsey) 
"I just wanted to let you know that Magsey is doing very well, and is a much loved member of our family. As I type this email, she is sitting on my lap, purring and reaching up with her paws to try to lick me! My son and daughter absolutely adore her, and love to play fetch with her with the crinky balls. Thanks again for recommending the perfect match for our family."

Video Monday: Supersonic

When nerds get a cat...

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Cat of the Week: Pumkin

Pumkin is an extremely lovable boy - he walks around the adoption center asking people to pick him up and hold him and he proceeds to purr his little heart out. He gets along fine with other kitties and would love to go home with you.

He will sit on your lap 24/7 if you let him, so be forewarned!! Please drop by and visit this cuddly little boy - you won't be able to resist him!

Adoptions & New Arrivals: 9/26/2011

Adoptions: 
- Fadero
- Keeler
- Orien
- Aggy
- Athena
- Adam


New Arrivals: 
- Plum
- Bella
- Chance

Video Monday: Yoga Cat

Source: icanhascheezburger.com

Cat of the Week: Jack

Jack is a great guy. About five years old, he loves to romp around the shelter. His meow is more of a questioning chirp and, as you can see, there is a chance it will come from over your head.

He loves to be pet while he's lying in one of the cat beds, but thinks you are playing a game of chase if you try to pet him while he is walking around.

Video Monday: Cat Wears a Bunny Hat

Source: pay300

Adoptions and New Arrivals: 9/12/11

Adoptions:
- Zoey
- Princess
- Mattie
- Tammy
- Tanner


New Arrivals:
- Adam
- Toby

Happy Tails: Pumpkin and Precious 


"Precious is adapting very well. She is affectionate, playful, purring, eating and pooping!!! :o)...Yesterday I kept the bedroom door opened all day so she could start exploring the rest of the house. She kept sitting outside the door in the hall meowing loudly -- but never budged. I couldn't coax her out any further than the hallway. I'm sure eventually she will venture out. She will be fine. 

"Pumpkin is coming around very, very slowly. His home has been under the bed...When I leave the room, I know he does come out a little and explores the room. I caught him under the pillow on the bed yesterday, so at least he came out from under the bed. He is starting to make eye contact with me when I look at him. I'll just keep talking to him and give him his space." 

Video Monday: Dietary Help Kitty

Source: icanhascheezburger

Cat of the Week: Diamond

 

Diamond is a sweet girl and pretty too (looking a bit like she's wearing a Zorro mask)! She is residing at our Granby location. Diamond would like a nice home with a feline companion. She really likes the company of other cats. 

Diamond is a bit timid when she meets people, but warms up quickly (especially if you have a treat) and will soon rub and purr up a storm. She'll also press her head against your leg and shake her tail as you pet her.

If you are interested in this beautiful tuxedo come visit her and see if the chemistry is right!

Adoptions: 9/5/11

Adoptions:
- Casper
- Vera
- Tiger
- Rancher
- Elijah
- Joseph
- Josephine 

THANK YOU!
Thank you to everyone who came to the Mum Sale this weekend! We had a great time and raised a lot of money for our kitties. If you didn't get a chance to pick up a plant this weekend, we have about 60 left and will be selling them next weekend.

Video Monday: River Takes a '"Walk"

This video is actually of one of our own cats, River. She was at the Mum Sale this weekend, trying out a kitty harness and leash. (Turns out, cats don't like to be told where to go.)

Cat of the Week: Samantha

 

Samantha is a vey special girl. She adores people and especially loves to give them head butts. Poor Samantha had her tail amputated, but it hasn't stopped her from being a bright-eyed, cheerful girl. Although she thinks people are the best thing since sliced bread, she doesn't feel quite the same about other kitties and would like to be the only kitty in the house. 

Please drop by and visit this sweet, plump little girl at our adoption center in Granby.

Adoptions and New Arrivals: 8/29/11

Adoptions:
- Mr. Amazing
- Precious
- Pumpkin

New Arrivals: 
- Casper
- Lexi

Mums Sale this Weekend! 
Stop by the shelter this weekend to pick up some beautiful mums to brighten up your yard this fall. Our 8" mums are $6 each or three for $15.

Video Monday: Jedi Kittens

Source: FinalCutKing

Cat of the Week: Zoey

Sweetest cat ever!! That is how we describe Zoey. She is the most lovable girl, loves to be petted and gives great head butts. She is a lap cat too. Zoey also gets along well with other cats that are mellow like she is. You can't go wrong with this girl, she is a winner!

Please call or email if you are interested in meeting this cat, she would love a warm comfy lap to sit on for the holidays and forever more.

Adoptions and New Arrivals: 8/22/11

Adoptions: 
- Danny
- Spike
- Big Ben
- Oreo
- Dory

Foster Spotlight: River

River is a very special girl, and ready for a Home to call her own!!! She is a Lynx Point Siamese and a very petite little thing. She is a real love bug and just wants to be with you! She enjoys being around people and will sit with you for hours... She also has a GREAT meow! She actually rolls her tongue when calling out to you :) 

 

As you can see below, when she is happy in someone's arms, River will cross her eyes and stick out her tongue a bit.

 

River is deaf, but it does not seem to slow her down. She would do best in a home with no other animals.