Meet Jamie...

If you remember September 23rd's post, you'll see that a young man who fell in love with cats had passed recently. His friends made a donation in honor of his life and love of animals, asking that a cat be named after him.

Well, this is Jamie. He was one of the first cat's that came to be fostered with us at Cats Exclusive after we received that touching letter and generous donation. Jamie is outgoing, sweet, playful...and, as you can see, very handsome. He needs a home where he can live out his life happy and healthy, bringing years of honorable memory to his namesake. We hope human Jamie's spirit lives strong in the memories of his friends the way cat Jamie will live strong in our hearts and in his future home.

Disgruntled Employee

So I was sitting in my cubicle today, and I realized, ever since I started working,

every single day of my life has been worse than the day before it. So that means that every single day that you see me, that's on the worst day of my life.

Can you guess where the quote is from? I loved this particular movie because it reminds me so much of my life. I'm still waiting for a furrever home that won't make me earn my keep. Hehe. Cats Exclusive put me to work, but at least they gave me the pilot's chair! And at least they got rid of those screaming children for me! From what I hear, they'll be at the CFA Cat Show this weekend, but I'm gonna act like I don't know 'em. Darn kids...darn job! Come give me a home!! I work for food...apparently.

In Memory of Susan Napier

From all of the cats and caretakers of Cats Exclusive, we send our deepest sympathies and heart-felt wishes to the Napier family. Susan passed away last night...far too soon. Susan and her cats have been patients at our clinic for months, and her sad passing touches us all. We send our regards especially to Mr. Napier, whose life with Susan was undoubtedly brighter and whose life without her might never be the same. She will never be forgotten. We are so sorry for your loss.

Get My Belly!

I love when people rub my belly! Oh! By the way, they call me Mary, but my friends at Cats Exclusive poke fun at me, singing "Mary, Mary, Quite Contrary." I can't image why they'd say that! I'm the sweetest little thing. I am always massaging the air with my little paws and purring until my body shakes. But I have to admit that sometimes I wake up and don't know where I am. I mean, I know I'm a little ditzy, but it's sort of scary the way everything goes black and then comes back again. I've heard weird words about it, including "seezzer" and something that sounds like "feenuhbarbibol." They tell me it just means I'm "special." I don't feel specialer than other cats. I just play until I'm tired and sometimes things are a little fuzzy. I am waiting for a family that can take care of me. I just need some food, water, toys, and gooey, gross medicine twice a day! Oh! And I need love. I'm just waiting...but till then, I roll over so everyone can get my belly!

A Little Sadness...A Lot of Success!

This letter is being reproduced from an original and the humans' names have been changed for anonymity's sake.

September 17, 2008

To: The Cats and Kittens at Cats Exclusive,

Please accept this donation of $100 in memory of...my best friend (human) who passed away this year.

We were friends for almost 21 years. When I met him he didn't like cats - he said they didn't have personalities, like dogs did. Then one day, over 10 years ago, someone brought him an orphaned kitten to raise; as there was no one else to take the little fellow in. That was the beginning of the loving relationship between my friend and cats.

My friend named him Gandolf (from Lord of the Rings). Since then there were other cats. When my friend...passed away this summer, he had 2 cats. As his best friend, I tried to find a good, loving home for "Gandolf" and the other cat, "Little Girl." I could not take them in as I already had 6 cats and 2 dogs. But we kept them at our house till a suitable home could be found.

My friend's only surviving relative is a mean, wicked witch of a sister. When she arrived from out of town to clean out his house, she looked all over for the cats. She did not know we had taken them. She wanted to take them to animal control to have them put to sleep!! We told her that the cats must have run away.

Gandolf and Little Girl are now permanent members of our growing kitty family. Yes, there are 8 cats and 2 dogs (that's 40 paws and 10 tails!) I can't say they all get along, but they do the best they can. My 25 year old daughter will be moving into her own apartment soon and Gandolf and Little Girl will be going with her. The cats will be much more comfortable, just the 2 of them.

They miss my friend as much as I do. We're all trying to adjust without him in our lives.

This donation is in his memory. He was one of the greatest, kind hearted people I ever knew - especially when he learned that cats are loveable and have awesome personalities. If a kitten arrives without a name, please name it my friend's name. He would just love that.

Thank you,
Anonymous 1 and Anonymous 2

Proud parents of Peanut Butter, Weebles and Spot (all from Cats Exclusive), Griffy (found on Griffin Road, having been hit by a car), Schmoopies and Monkey (we're babysitting while our son is out of the country). And of course Bailey and Brandee (the dogs, who think it is their job to keep the cats in line.)

We will definitely name the next cat that we receive after this couple's kind-hearted friend.

Indignities (by Queeny)

Q*U*E*E*N*Y

I am Queeny, and I must say...this is the most undignified I have ever looked! And that "Magic Coat" shampoo is doing nothing wonderful for my hair. You might be thinking this looks like one of those massages about which you humans always obsess, but I am not so lucky. As you can see, that lady gave me an UNREQUESTED facelift. I mean, for goodness sake, where did my ear go? But! As my name suggests, I am a Queen, and I too shall bare these degrading situations with my crown held high.

However, I need a castle of my own...well, a castle of my and my sister's own. We have ruled as twins, and, even though we're both declawed, our 7 year reign has proven quite impressive. We rule by love, not fear. Maybe a kingdom of our own will ensure these indignities never happen again.

WANTED! Snowflake a.k.a. Sparkles

Cats Exclusive has become aware of a breach in our blog. Snowflake, a.k.a. "Sparkles" as her gang calls her, has hacked our system and take over being cute! With her parade of beauty and sweetness, she has caused an uproar among our cats who are still looking for furrever homes.

Breed: DSH

Color: White

Eyes: one blue, one yellow

Cuteness Level: Extremely High

Last Known Whereabouts: Pastina’s Pet Boutique in Jupiter, Fl

If you see this fugitive out and about, please congratulate her on her newfound stardom!

Hacker's Delight: I'm already adopted!

Mwuhahaha! I got in! Now I can tell you all about my new home…

Hiya! My name is Snowflake. That’s my friend, Pastina. (Don’t tell her she’s a dog. I try not to hold it against her.) My new family just adopted me and gave me this beautiful collar. Bling bling! I’m so pretty all on my own that my mommy came all the way from Jupiter to get me. I thought that was a planet. I was so excited someone came across the whole universe just to get me! But then I was told it’s just a city in Florida. Oh well…I’m so important she made me a model! She just opened Pastina’s Pet Boutique, so I get to try on all the new merchandise.

If you ever want to see a shelter cat go from rags to riches, come meet me!

Breaking News: Alien Cats Invade CEI

...BREAKING NEWS...

That's me to the left, Peeps, and I do just that. I watch everything going on around here, never spilling the catnip on what’s really going on. As you know, Cats Exclusive specializes in finding adoptable cats furrever homes with loving humans. But it wasn’t until recently that I realized their dark secret! They’re selling Alien Cats! I swear! You don’t believe me? See for yourself. I caught these guys on camera. Weirdo animals...

Their heads and eyes are too big! Their bodies are too small! This is like something out of a science fiction movie. I can’t imagine how it is they weaseled their ways into my adoption center. But by all means, if you can bring yourself to adopt one of these obviously extraterrestrial cats, please do. I don’t discriminate. Even cats from other planets need furrever homes.

Ugly Cat?

Hey there! My name is Clover. You know...for luck! Well, my luck is like Florida's weather...changing every day. I wound up at Cats Exclusive, which is a great place to wait for a forever home, so that's lucky. But then I did end up in a shelter, so that's unlucky. Then I got adopted! Yay! Someone took me home and promised to love me forever. It was an exciting day, but those storms approach fast. My new family had to move and got pregnant! While I would have been a wonderful babysitter, they decided (for some reason) that I couldn't stay. I couldn't figure out what I did wrong. So back to CEI I went, head and tail down in sadness. As always Cats Exclusive welcomed me with open arms, and I've been enjoying my play time at the facility again. But there's still this cloud that hangs over me.

I've heard whispers and snickers behind my back, talk of being "ugly." Even the people who have come to look at cats haven't hesitated to say, "Not her, she's ugly." My Cats Exclusive family assures me there is no such thing as an ugly cat, but I can't help but wonder...am I an Ugly Cat?

ENCORE! ENCORE! Kawaii's Story

I was here with my sister, Kahlua, but she recently got adopted by a very nice, young man. Due to popular demand, I'm here for another night! Come see my encore! I'm on stage at Pets Unlimited on University Dr. until the end of Wednesday. Don't I deserve to get adopted, too? Man, I can't believe she went before me. She was so crazy and wild. I'm so calm and loving.

Well, anyway, come play with me at my temporary home. I'll be back in Cats Exclusive on Thursday. You can find me there if you want an autograph of a handsome black cat. :)

Curtain Call: Kahlua and Kawaii at Pets Unlimited

Hi! I'm Kahlua...looking cute as ever! My brother, Kawaii, and I have spent a couple of weeks at Pets Unlimited on University Dr. We've had a blast watching the parrots, the people, and the fish! I heard the Cats Exclusive volunteer who takes care of me say that our performance for the public has been the best. We play hard, get all the love we can from all the curious people, and take cat naps between shows.

But our time here is almost over! Our last show ends Saturday, July 5th. If you're interested in me or my brother, or both of us (wink wink), we'd love to meet you at Pets Unlimited. Come by and visit us!

Cat of the Month - June 2008 - Tigger!

Say hello to handsome Tigger. Tigger is one exotic fellow, with his soft-as-velvet ticked tabby coat, bobtail, and unique facial markings. Even though he looks like a mini-bobcat, he is very gentle and good natured. Tigger is still a little bit shy, but enjoys being petted, brushed, and interacting with people. He is also great with other cats.

Tigger was born in October, so he is not yet a year old. He was a stray kitten and is just waiting for his chance to have a Forever home of his own. If you adopt Tigger within the month of June, this beautiful custom-made leather and crystal collar from HOTCOOLDOGCAT is yours to keep.

If a cat with exotic good looks and a gentle soul sounds like the match for you, come to Cats Exclusive and meet Tigger. He can’t wait to meet you!

Cat of the Month - April 2008 - Koda

Hi!

My name is Koda! Just like all the other cats here, i'm also looking for a forever-home! I've been at Cats Exclusive for awhile, and although I love it here and I get a lot of hugs and treats...I would really like to wake-up to someone everyday...and forever! I'm very playful, and my favorite toy is this plastic-cringley ball! I can play with it for hours!! I get along with other cats very well; I can pretty much tolerate anything. I hope you are mesmerized by my stunning, captivating blue eyes! I would really like to have someone to have and love me forever!

-Koda-