Update: Cation has been found!

Alina just sent us this note about her missing kitty:

My baby cat, Cation, is missing. He is about five pounds, eleven months old…He’s been missing since last night (Mon July 27). He lives at 59th and Phinney. I know he’s very scared and probably hiding in some tiny space and making sad meows. He’s an indoor cat but escaped so the outdoors is very new to him. If you see him, please call at any time 206-465-1936. Thank you for your help.

This week’s PAWS Cat City Pet of the Week is Elton.

Elton is a youthful 3-year old boy who can be a little shy in new situations, but will make himself at home in no time. He’ll sprawl comfortably across his bed (or maybe yours?) with his legs hanging out when he naps and invite himself onto your shoulder for a snuggle when you open his cage for a visit. He’s a big kitten when there’s a feather toy or laser pointer to pounce (a sparkly mouse will do in a pinch). Elton would prefer a home without young children or dogs, though.

Elton is waiting for your shoulder at PAWS Cat City (8503 Greenwood in Seattle). He is neutered, microchipped, litter box trained, and up-to-date on his vaccines. His adoption fee is $90. Cat City is open Tue, Wed & Fri noon - 6 pm, Thu noon - 7 pm and Sat - Sun 11 am - 5 pm.

Want a virtual animal encounter? Check out the PAWS YouTube page for everything from kittens & dogs to harbor seal pups & bear cubs!

Chris sent us a note this morning about a dead cat he found Monday night:

While driving home from a movie tonight at about 11PM, my girlfriend and I discovered a small black cat in the middle of the road at the corner of 103rd and Linden.

It appeared to have been hit by a car, and was no longer breathing or showing any signs of life. It had no collar or other distinguishing marks. There was a black and white cat with a white face sniffing around at it when we arrived, but that cat quickly ran off.

After flagging down a car or two to see if anybody recognized it, I moved it next to the fire hydrant on the northeast so that it was at least out of harm’s way.

Give your pet a good squeeze if you’ve got one - we gave ours some cuddles when we got home.

Chris sent us a photo of the cat, which we are not posting. If you think it may be your cat and you want to see the picture to identify it, please email us.

This week’s PAWS Cat City Pet of the Week is Mia.

Mia is a sweet and beautiful 12-year old Torby (tortoiseshell/tabby) lady who loves having her cheeks brushed and chin rubbed. She has seen a lot in her life and is now content to take life easy in her golden years so while she is very sociable, she sometimes just wants a peaceful nap in a sunspot. Mia would prefer a quiet home without other cats or children and could use some help getting her girlish figure back.

Mia is waiting for you to scritch her chin at PAWS Cat City (8503 Greenwood in Seattle). She is spayed, microchipped, litter box trained, and up-to-date on her vaccines. Her adoption fee is $75 or $35 through our Senior for Seniors program. Cat City is open Tue, Wed & Fri noon - 6 pm, Thu noon - 7 pm and Sat - Sun 11 am - 5 pm.

Meet adoptable cats and kittens from 7 local shelters and rescues, including PAWS, at the Meow in Mukilteo Cat Adoption Event this Sunday, July 18, 12-3 pm at Rosehill Community Center (304 Lincoln Avenue, Mukilteo, WA 98275). More information at www.pawsitivealliance.orgwww.pawsitivealliance.org>.

If you live on or near NW 73rd Street you may have noticed the orange bucket full of gloves sitting on a sidewalk strip. The gloves are the handiwork of Houdini the cat, who brings single gloves home like souvenirs.

KING 5’s Meg Coyle profiled Houdini and his little fetish in a very funny piece Wednesday night.

Thanks to LS and Liza for the tips!

This week’s PAWS Cat City Pet of the Week is Cranberry.

Cranberry is a gorgeous 5-year-old Maine Coon mix. This easygoing fluffer is very friendly and gets along great with other cats. She has had both front & back paws declawed so she can be a bit timid in new situations, but she warms up quickly. She loves having her long gray fur brushed and her curly Cranbelly rubbed!

Cranberry is waiting for your lap at PAWS Cat City (8503 Greenwood in Seattle). She is spayed, microchipped, litter box trained, and up-to-date on her vaccines. Her adoption fee is $90. Cat City is open Tue, Wed & Fri noon - 6 pm, Thu noon - 7 pm and Sat - Sun 11 am - 5 pm.

Come visit us at the Ballard Seafood Fest this weekend! From noon to 4pm both days, we will have some adoptable Cat City cats in the lobby of Sunset Hill Veterinary Clinic at 24th & Market. They will also be doing free dog baths & photos and a raffle, with donations going to PAWS.

We got a note this morning from Rachel about a cat she found near NW 90th Street and 13th Avenue NW:

This cat has been hanging around our house for about 12 hours now. It has no tags, we haven’t
yet checked for a microchip. It is calico grey with a poofy tail. Super friendly.

And here’s a close-up of that puffy tail.

Update: Collette has been adopted.

This week’s PAWS Cat City Pet of the Week is Collette.

Collette is a quiet, gentle, and friendly 9-year-old who is perfectly happy to spend her time curled up on your lap and taking life easy. She is mildly interested in cat toys, but prefers not to waste too much energy on them. Collette likes everyone she meets, but would love to have you to herself. She could live with the right cat, though.

Collette is waiting for you to rub her belly at PAWS Cat City (8503 Greenwood in Seattle). She is spayed, microchipped, litter box trained, and up-to-date on her vaccines. Until the end of June, her adoption fee is only $25 or free to a senior human (60+)! After that, her adoption fee will be $75 or $35 to a senior human. Cat City is open Tue, Wed & Fri noon - 6 pm, Thu noon - 7 pm and Sat - Sun 11 am - 5 pm.

PS - Our other Colette is still waiting for her forever home, as is Missy!

Update: Simon has been adopted.

This week’s PAWS Cat City Pet of the Week is Simon.

Simon is a big ol’ bear cub with a stubby little tail and a cool Rorschach pattern on his face. He is friendly, gentle, and loves catnip. With some regular laser pointer time and portion control, this pudgy fella will be back to his fighting weight in no time! He has lived with both cats and dogs in his 6 years.

Simon is waiting to charm you at PAWS Cat City (8503 Greenwood in Seattle). He is neutered, microchipped, litter box trained, and up-to-date on his vaccines. During June (Adopt a Shelter Cat Month), his adoption fee is only $50! Cat City is open Tue, Wed & Fri noon - 6 pm, Thu noon - 7 pm and Sat - Sun 11 am - 5 pm.

This week’s PAWS Cat City Pet of the Week is Missy.

Missy is a beautiful fluffy 3-year old girl who loves to nuzzle noses with you! She can often be found on the highest perch in the colony, but will eagerly poke her head down through the hole or over the side to get some loving. She is a cute little squirrel who wants lots of playtime and interaction to keep her happy. She sometimes gets carried away with play or cuddling and may nip a little, so would be best in a home with grown-up humans who can be patient while she learns better manners.

Missy is waiting to bump noses with you at PAWS Cat City (8503 Greenwood Ave. N. in Seattle). She is spayed, microchipped, litter box trained, and up-to-date on her vaccines. During June, her adoption fee is only $50! Cat City is open Tue, Wed & Fri noon - 6 pm, Thu noon - 7 pm and Sat - Sun 11 am - 5 pm.

June is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month and adoption fees are reduced for all adult cats!

Update: Graham has been adopted.

This week’s PAWS Cat City Pet of the Week is Graham.

Graham is a gorgeous, 4-year-old Himalayan mix with stunning blue eyes. He is still healing from a recent surgery on his eyelids, but he is much more comfortable now and well on his way to a full recovery. Graham loves attention and being brushed. He is a gentle and quiet boy looking for a new home and a new beginning. Like Miss Sophie, though, he won’t hesitate to throw down with a good feather toy!

Graham is waiting for your visit at PAWS Cat City (8503 Greenwood in Seattle). He is neutered, microchipped, litter box trained, and up-to-date on his vaccines. During June, his adoption fee is only $50! Cat City is open Tue, Wed & Fri noon - 6 pm, Thu noon - 7 pm and Sat - Sun 11 am - 5 pm.

June is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month and adoption fees are reduced for all adult cats!

Update: Sophie has been adopted.

This week’s PAWS Cat City Pet of the Week is Sophie.

Miss Sophie is a beautiful, quiet, and loving girl who was surrendered to PAWS when her owner passed away. She can be a bit shy when you first meet her, but give her some time and she’ll warm right up. She loves being brushed, especially her cheeks! Sophie is dignified, but not too proud to attack the laser pointer or a feather toy (see our blog for a fun video clip). This 11-year old lady is looking for a quiet and predictable home where she can spend her days lounging by the window, watching the birds, and simply being loved.

Sophie is back at PAWS Cat City (8503 Greenwood in Seattle) after a little vacation in foster care. She is hoping for a new start to life in this new year! She is spayed, microchipped, litter box trained, and up-to-date on her vaccines. During June, her adoption fee is only $25 or free to a senior human (60+)! Cat City is open Tue, Wed & Fri noon - 6 pm, Thu noon - 7 pm and Sat - Sun 11 am - 5 pm.

June is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month! PAWS is hoping to find loving, permanent homes for as many shelter cats as possible. To accomplish this, during the month of June, adoption fees are reduced for all adult cats. The reduced fees are as follows:

• Adult Cats (over 6 months old): $50.00
• Senior Cats (over 7 years old): $25.00
• Senior Cats for Senior People (60+): Free!
• Two Adult Cats (adopted same day): $100.00
• One Adult Cat and one Kitten (adopted same day): $120.00