Change their luck – adopt a black cat

Unfortunately, regardless of their common characteristic as being easy-going and good-natured, black cats are often times passed over by potential adopters, never having the opportunity to show people how perfectly they would fit into a family’s household. Sometimes it’s superstition and urban myths that prevent a person from giving a black cat a good home. Other times, it’s the calico or orange tabby that catches their eye.

Whatever the reason, black cats on average, stay several months longer than any other colored cat. So the next time you’re thinking about adopting a cat, consider meeting a black cat. We’re certain their playful, easy-going attitude will charm you into making them a new member of your family.

In 2007 the Black Cat Adopt-a-Thon Weekend was a huge success! Learn more »

And in 2008 it was once again a huge success! Learn more »

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This Angel Needs a Guardian Angel l is one of two black cats remaining from a rescue of 57 cats over one year ago. Angel was very sick, almost bald and quite shy when we first rescued him but now he is a mere "shadow of his former self" (black cat humor). The hairloss was attributed the stressful environment so he needs a fairly calm home so he won't overgroom. He gets along well with other cats but 56 others, that was a little much.   Angel must have had a Guardian Angel at some point in order to survive the deplorable conditions in which he was forced to live. He could use another, after all, he's been here a year, nearly half his life.

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Sorry Charlie! That's what this little 7 month old kitty has been hearing for a while. Yes, this former stray has had a rough start in life and yes, he's a little shy, but he has extra toes, he rolls over to have his belly rubbed, and he loves to play with the feathers-on-a-stick toy. Now, how many Charlie's do you know that fit that description? By-the-way, Charlie likes other cats so you may want to adopt Angel, as well. Speaking from a man's point of view, who wouldn't want a "Charlie's Angel" living with you?

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Feeling a Little Tipsy? Well, you should be! This big and beautiful kitty loves attention. Tipsy is the other remainig black kitty from the 57 cat rescue that took place just over a year ago. Tipsy suffered from head trauma that caused damage to ear drum.and surgery couldn't repair the damage. So, Tipsy has a permanent head tilt but that's ok because he has a different way of looking at things to begin with. The Tipster is a very handsome, three year old boy. He's very strong willed and extremely intelligent. He is also quite the explorer.   Tipsy had been adopted but was recently returned when his owner became ill.   Give this guy an "opportunity of a lifetime" and you will find out, like we have, that being Tipsy is fun.

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Do You Know What Your Home is Lacking? Wisdom! That's right Wisdom. And if your smart, you will rush to the Suncoast Animal League and adopt this loveable, personable, great looking cat. Wisdom is such a special kitty, he even had teeth named after him. Wisdom is smart enough to know that it is important to get along with other cats, which he does, and to thrive on human attention. Not only is Wisdom a very adaptable cat but he is also a very adoptable cat. Adopting Wisdom may be the smatest thing you have done in a while.

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Rookie of the Year Rookie was stuffed in a box and left on our doorstep last August. If he stays here much longer we will have to change his name to "Veteran". Rookie is nearly nine-months old and is one of the sweetest cats you will ever meet. Every time you go near his cage he nudges his way to the front in order to be the first to be petted and loved on. He also loves to be talked to but like most cats, I'm not sure he's listening. In 2008, you have the opportunity to make him "Rookie of the Year".

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Princess Without a Throne Majee came to us as a stray. She was very shy and quite fearful of people but with a lot of work she is becoming more trusting everyday. Majee loves other cats and has a very "Princess" type attitude. She even waves funny. Majee would benefit from a quiet home and of course, that quiet home would benefit greatly from Majee.

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Diddy or Didn't He? Well, he didn't..... get adopted that is. And that's a shame because he is one of the nicest, well behaved cats that you will ever meet. Hopefully, that "meet" will take place soon because Diddy needs a Daddy.....or a Mommy....or both. He is a very relaxed kitty that seems to provide a calming effect to those around him. Diddy is patiently waiting to meet you. In fact, if he was any more "patient", he'd have to live with a doctor or a nurse.

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