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May 18

ADOPTION STORY

CORNELIA!

Amy is a previous adopter of ours from alllll the way back to September of 2017 (anyone remember Coconut?!). She and her Mom Marilyn reached out to us in early April, looking to add a new friend to Marilyn’s life as they’d recently lost one of their kitties, and their current guy Peaches was feeling a little lonely as well.

Marilyn reached out to us about Cornelia almost immediately after we posted about her. She fell in love with her photo, and we worked on getting her scheduled to come down to meet the kitties - and if Cornelia wasn’t adopted by the time she came to visit, she wanted to meet her specifically and see if they clicked.

Today was the day - and as soon as Marilyn and Cornelia met one another, we knew we would be sending Cornelia to a loving home.

Marilyn, we want thank you for not only adopting, but for adopting a senior kitty. At 10 years of age, we know Cornelia has a lot of love left to give and more importantly, to receive. We cannot thank you enough for giving her that gift.

We are wishing you all the best in your new life together ❤️ have a wonderful life sweet Cornelia!

#catadoption #adoptdontshop #rescuecats #blackcats #catrescue #adoptionsaveslives #seniorcats

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May 17

Meet 🌙 LUNA!

Luna came to us by way of another shelter. She was surrendered in October of 2022, and had been in waiting at the shelter until we brought her to Catsbury two weeks ago, hoping a change of scenery may give her a better shot at finding a forever home.

If you are unfamiliar with the term “tortitude” - Luna would be happy to educate you. She came to us very nervous and scared, and seeing as she had been in her own cubby for so long we figured she would need a little bit of time to decompress when she arrived. She spent the first 3 days in her safe space, the sink.

Slowly as the days passed on she’s learning to trust us. Luna has learned that she is free to bird watch out the windows, and while she isn’t very interested in making friends she is warming up to us and understanding that she’s free to be herself in here.

So far, we’ve learned that Luna really loves chin scratches. She also loves to be in the sun, napping away the afternoon hours. She’s about two years old, and obviously very very good looking.

We think Luna would do best as an only cat in the home, with humans who understand that she needs a little patience and a little space. She very much does things on her own terms, but she is such a sweet little girl - and we know her person will come along soon.

If you’re interested in meeting Luna, you can book a visit to the cat lounge or fill out an adoption for application on our website.

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May 16

Next Tuesday!

Restorative Yoga with Aromatherapy (and CATS)!!!
Join us for a relaxing and enjoyable restorative Yoga class surrounded by many of Catsbury Park's adoptable kitties.

Restorative Yoga is an excellent pathway to quiet the mind and calm the body.
Using props such as blocks, bolsters, pillows, and blankets. Restorative postures are held for approximately 5 minutes allowing tension release and encouraging surrender into a deeper sense of relaxation and stillness. Restorative yoga classes are perfect for all levels of experience and stages of flexibility.

Please bring your yoga mats, blankets, pillows, and additional props for body support.

For Aromatherapy, lavender oil, and water is used. It's been documented as safe and calming for cats.

Ticket link in bio 🎫

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May 14

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May 13

Earlier this week, we got a call about a momma cat and her kittens living in an abandoned car at an impound lot in an industrial area of central Jersey. Access to the lot was not easy to get, but thanks to the kindness of one of the employees, we got a small window to attempt the rescue.

Rescuing the babies was relatively easy. They were sitting in the car's back seat when we arrived. They were a little hissy and spicy but didn’t put up much of a fight. Momma, on the other hand, was nowhere to be found and, as per the employee, hadn’t been around for a few days. It was apparent she was still around because the babies were healthily fed, but where? That was the mystery. After assessing the babies, we knew they were old enough to be separated from their mom. The decision was made to take the babies and place them in a foster home immediately. And to leave a trap overnight and Hope we could grab momma when she returned to her babies. And that’s exactly what happened. The Good Samaritan checked on the trap every few hours until he knew momma was caught, and one of our volunteers made the trip back up north to get her. Now momma and babies are safe and will get the care they need.

Both momma and babies have been assessed, and we are delighted to report the babies are healthy and thriving thanks to their fantastic momma. Momma is very feral and, unfortunately, not a candidate for adoption, but that’s ok. Not every cat needs to be socialized and adopted into a home. Of course, that’s always the goal, but it’s not a bad thing to get her spayed and returned to her home outside. She’s not spayed and vaccinated, so no more unwanted babies. She can live her life out in peace.

Let’s all welcome the 3 babies into the Catsbury Family. Introducing Mickey (all orange), Chrissy (calico), and Stevie (orange a white).

The babies are now in foster and won’t be available for adoption for 3-4 weeks (so don’t ask!)

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May 11

An update from JJ’s adopter, Katie !!!

“She was scared for the first 2 days, until her brothers broke in to steal her food.

I had her in her own room so she could unwind a bit and get to know us but she just hid in the litterbox. My boys didn't care about her, just that they heard the can of food from behind the door.

As soon as JJ saw other cats she opened up. She's rolling around on her back trying to play with them. Yells when she can't find my big guy Calzone(I think she has a crush).
Still won't play in front of us, but loves the laser tower we have set up.

I came home today to see her judging the neighborhood.”

Yes, all of us at Catsbury cried tears of joy when Katie updated us.

These are the adoptions that remind us that this work is important, and sometimes all a cat needs is a quiet home and a Calzone of their own ❤️

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May 7

New arrival Snoopy (right) has made a snuggle friend in Oreo (left). Both boys are about 1 year old and are available for adoption now. Dm us any questions or come in and meet them!!
#catsburypark

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May 4

I have honestly been staring at the screen for a few hours trying to figure how how to properly announce this adoption, and the best I can come up with is:

HOLY CRAP JJ GOT ADOPTED!

If you have been following us, you may remember when JJ first arrived to Catsbury early January of 2022. She was one of many cats that were rescued during an extensive TNR project in South Jersey. JJ spent time with our resident foster queen, @queeniewife before she graduated to the lounge - where she has been since February of 2022.

JJ is a special one. It was clear to all of us that JJ was going to need a person that was patient - very, very, patient with her. Lounge life can be stressful at times, and JJ was usually found keeping to herself on a shelf. You’d catch her from time to time coming down to play, showing off her cat skills. But alas; no one was willing to take a chance on this gorgeous girl, because of her aloof nature.

Until Katie.

Katie began volunteering with us a few months ago and right off the bat, she found something within JJ that most people couldn’t see. She saw a cat that desperately wanted a quiet home, with love - but on her own terms. Katie understood JJ and found a bond with her, and when I tell you the day Katie told me she wanted to adopt JJ I almost passed out, I’m not kidding.

Working in rescue can be a gamble. We can’t predict how a cat may “turn out” after being rescued and we can’t predict if they’ll warm up once they’re in a home, but what we can do is hope the right person comes along - and until their person shows up, we make a promise to every single cat that comes to us that we will love them as if they are our own for however brief, or extended, their stay is at Catsbury.

Katie came along and offered JJ the absolute best gift - and a gift she had been waiting over a year to receive. I am literally typing this with tears in my eyes because all of us are so absolutely touched by this adoption - it’s a big one.

Okay, now someone is totally cutting onions so I’ll wrap this up the only way I can today.

JJ and Katie, May the 4th be with you!

💙Cait S

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May 3

Pilates with Cats was a huge success this week. Thank you so much to @trovatomolnar for hosting and to all those who attended.

This week we will be announcing a restorative yoga with cats! As well as a few other events. So keep your eyes peeled.

Your support of these events is continuing to help Catsbury Park in our expansion and ultimately help rescue more and more cats!!

Thank you

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May 2

We had TWO ADOPTIONS TODAY!

First up is CORBIN!

If any of you have visited the lounge recently, Corbin has most likely made his presence known. He is an absolute snuggle bug who lovesssssss attention. Dareinis applied for pre-approval all the way back in February. She was finally ready to find a companion and when she came in to visit over the weekend she knew Corbin was the one for her.

Second up is RICHARD!

Richard was pulled from another shelter as well. Unfortunately, Richard doesn’t love other cats but my oh my does he love humans. Angela came in over the weekend and absolutely fell in love with Richard - and we can totally see why! Richard was overlooked at the other shelter as he isn’t fond of other kitties, and thankfully he only had to spend 13 days with us before he found his forever home.

Dareinis and Corbin, Angela and Richard - we wish you so many happy days together. Thank you for choosing to adopt and thank you for giving these boys a shot at a wonderful life ❤️

#adoptdontshop #catsburypark #catrescue

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Apr 29

Momo with his mom Zulu, coming from a hoarding situation both are a little socially awkward, but aren’t we all. They’ve come along way but are still working on their confidence, so if you see them in the lounge be patient with them. ❤️

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Apr 27

Yesterday, I spent a few hours building new shelves for our storage area. They were completely empty, waiting to be stocked.

And now, as you can see, they are practically overflowing with supplies for the kitties because of YOU. These shelves are filled with donations that came to us TODAY. By the time I took this photo I was nearly in tears, overwhelmed with the generosity that all of you consistently show the cats.

When I say we have THE BEST SUPPORTERS, I mean it. We could not do the work we do without every single one of you. These donations are the cats’ lifeline, and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

💙 Cait S

#catrescue #adoptdontshop #rescuecats #catsburypark

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Apr 24

Monmouth County SPCA TR Program

Public Information
Session Tuesday, 4/25 6pm AP Library
Monmouth County SPCA TR Program Public
Information Session Tuesday, 4/25 6pm AP Library

Join the City of Asbury Park and the Monmouth County SPCA for a public information session on the SPCA's TNR Program

TR Public Information Session
Tuesday, April 25
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Asbury Park Library
500 1st Avenue

Monmouth County SPCA Executive Director Ross Licitra will cover topics related to TR including implementation of the program, rules and regulations, and how to sign up as a colony caregiver.

For questions, email
info@monmouthcountyspca.org

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Apr 23

Birthday appreciation post to a key and integral member of the Catsbury Family.

Let’s all wish Nicole a big happy birthday and acknowledge all her hard work and dedication to Catsbury Park and our mission. 🩷❤️🧡

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Apr 22

ADOPTION STORY!

Frank applied for adoption after meeting Paulie during one of his visits to the lounge. Frank told us that they’d had to say goodbye to one of their kitties recently, and that their current kitty Jax was lonely and could use a friend. Frank decided the time was right to open their home to another cat that needed one, just as much as Jax needed a companion.

Paulie immediately caught Frank’s eye - and we get it! He is full of personality and love, and has the prettiest gray coat. We know he is going off to a fantastic home where he will be smothered with love - and also gets to have a buddy to play with.

We wish you lots and lots of happy days, Paulie!

Your support and your donations allow these adoptions to happen. With your support we are able to get all the medical treatment necessary to ensure these kitties are happy and healthy - and get to start a new life with their guardians. Thank you. Because of you, we can continue to find cats just like Paulie, their forever homes.

#adoptdontshop #catrescue #catadoption #catsofinstagram #catsburypark #adoptcats

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Apr 19

Taylor Swift may never walk Cornelia Street again and I know there’s a lot to process there but THIS Cornelia might be right up your alley so we’ll talk about her!

We pulled Cornelia from another shelter, where she ended up after being transferred from yet ANOTHER shelter. She is approximately 10 years old, and very much deserves a home to call her own.

Cornelia may look a little bit shy and apprehensive when you first meet her, but I promise you it’s all for show! Cornelia is an absolute sweetheart that is full of purrs and love. One pet is all it takes to get her purr motor going and she’s got a nice strong one - there may be a hemi under the hood 🤣.

We promised Cornelia, as we do all the kitties that come into our care, that we would find her a nice sunny window all her own to bird watch and relax, and no more transports to more shelters.

If you’re interested in meeting Cornelia, book a visit to the lounge or fill out an adoption application on our website.

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Apr 18

Meet Richard. This handsome man is the newest resident at Catsbury Park.

Richard was pulled today from a shelter in Ocean County. Richard absolutely adores affection and people. He will meow the second he sees a person until said person gives him pets.

Alas, Richard seemingly does not like other cats and would do best in a single-cat home. He’s been sitting at the shelter all alone because of this, so we hoped bringing him to Catsbury may give him a new chance at finding his person. He would be perfect for a first-time cat guardian.

Richard is around 1 yr old and is current on all vaccines.

Let’s find this absolute doll a home. Dm us with any questions or to arrange to meet him.

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Apr 16

Adoption stories!!

This weekend we rode down to the Ocean County shelter to pull some cats and transfer them to the lounge. Doing this week help free up space in the shelters. Plus, Often, a new environment can help get cats adopted more quickly.

Well, that’s precisely what happened. Less than 24 after Molly, Wolf (first pic), and Ezekiel come to Catsbury Park, they all get adopted!!

I guess we are going back to the shelter this week. 😂

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Apr 15

Meet Bumblebee 👋🏼

This handsome, sweet man was rescued by one of our volunteers after he noticed a new cat hanging around his building's parking lot. After a short while, it was apparent that Bumblebee was not feral or part of the colony. He was likely dumped by one of the building's residents. Oliver, our volunteer, also started to notice that Bumblebee was being bullied by the neighborhood Toms and was hiding in a gutter (see 3rd photo). Of course, we couldn’t let this handsome man suffer any longer, so Oliver scooped and brought him to us.

Aside from a few scratches from his street scraps, Bumblebee is in excellent health and got a clean bill from @citybytheseavet.

Bumblebee will never have to fight to survive again, thanks to our amazing team. He will be joining the lounge this week and is ready for adoption.

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Apr 14

The perfect photo does exist!

This week we worked with our friends @communitycatclub to help these four babies. We love being able to work with other rescue groups and being able to support one another. This work can be so difficult, especially this time of year, so having support from others is so important. We can do so much more together!

These kittens are currently in foster with @cat_lady_ballerina. She posts daily updates.

#catsburypark

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Apr 13

Tickets are now on sale for CAT TRIVIA NIGHT!!!!

Join us - and the cats (!!!) on Friday, April 28th at 7pm for FIVE rounds of kitty trivia to test your feline knowledge. Prizes will be awarded to the feline knowledge champions!

Space is limited, so book your tickets now - link in bio!

See you there!

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Apr 11

INTRODUCING……🍑 GEORGIA 🍑
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Georgia was found living in an abandoned construction site in Newark by her guardian Angel, Emily. When Emily witnessed sweet little Georgia almost being hit by a car, she knew she needed to act and was able to get Georgia to safety.

Not only did Emily and her family make sure Georgia was safe, they also went above and beyond to ensure her medical was completely taken care of and that she received every treatment she could have needed. Emily had never fostered before and soon found herself with a sweet little kitty that wanted nothing but love!

Emily knew that she would not be able to be Georgia’s forever home and that’s when she reached out to us. Her brother had adopted from us previously so Emily was familiar with our organization, and once we heard her story we knew we had to give Georgia a chance to find her forever home.

There will be no more hungry days, no more scary noises and heavy machinery, no more rainy nights in the construction site, and no more kittens for Georgia. Her chapter with Emily closed today, but Georgia’s chapter with Emily is the reason she has an entire story ahead of her now. Emily - thank you for saving her.

Georgia would do best as the only pet in the home.

If you would like to meet Georgia, please fill an adoption application out on our website and our team will be in touch.

#rescuecats #adoptdontshop #catsofinstagram #catsofinsta #catsofig

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Apr 11

Adoption story.

A few weeks ago, long-time supporter Mike visited our new location for the first time from out of town. He was in town for a concert and figured what better way to spend the day than at Catsbury Park hanging with cats! He didn’t expect that his heart would be stolen by our senior man Smokey. Smokey came to us from a shelter in Ocean County and wasn’t with us long before he made his presence known to all who visited. Unfortunately, Mike was only in town for one day for the concert and had to be back to work in Chicago, but after that night, he knew he had to come back and adopt him.

This past weekend Mike made the trip from Chicago (with his mom!!) back to Asbury Park to adopt the most adorable senior man you’ve ever met. We are so happy for Mike and Smokey and excited to see photos of their life together in the big city! ** SWIPE TO SEE PHOTOS OF SMOKEY IN HIS NEW HOME**

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Apr 9

Happy Easter!

This singleton was rescued yesterday after his mom left him behind. We got a call from a Good Samaritan yesterday afternoon. He was found with his mom and siblings in a shed.

**WE DO NOT ADVOCATE SEPARATING A KITTEN THIS AGE FROM ITS MOM**

Momma left with the other kittens and was not seen for hours. A tiny baby needs to be kept fed and warm, so we took him into our care overnight. But we will search for Mom and siblings over the next few days.

This little man now has a full belly and a warm place to sleep until we reunite him with his momma.

It’s only fitting we give him an Easter-themed name. Comment your best suggestion below!!

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Mar 28

Our team rescued two possibly pregnant mommas this weekend. Kitten season is now in full swing!

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Mar 27

Hi, I’m Odin!

I came to Catsbury about a month ago. Another shelter was taking care of me and they thought I would have a better chance of finding my forever home at Catsbury Park.

I’m about 7 years young, and the wonderful volunteers at Catsbury Park keep telling me I am THE perfect house panther. I’m a big boy but don’t let my size fool you - I am 100% mush. I LOVE pets, being brushed, and chin scratches. I do have to warn you though, I get REALLY into the chin scratches and then I drool. But it’s only because I am so happy to be loved.

If you’re interested in adopting Odin, please head to our website to submit an application for pre-approval.

#adoptdontshop #seniorcats #blackcatsofinstagram #catrescue #catsburypark

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Mar 23

Well, it’s official. Kitten Season ‘23 has commenced at Catsbury Park.

Meet Ember and Sparky, born just yesterday. We trapped momma Coal on Monday - knowing the clock was ticking on when her babies would arrive. One of our incredible fosters was able to step up and take Momma Coal in same day, giving her a safe and warm space to give birth to these beans. We got them over to our friends at @citybythesea today to get checked out and everyone is doing well! Including Momma Coal.

This is the time of year when we need your help more than ever. We work around the clock to make sure the kittens we take in are safe, healthy, warm, and have full bellies.

You can donate items and supplies directly to us from our wishlists (Amazon and Chewy) or make a monetary donation to us on this post. Remember, all of your donations are tax deductible!

Thank you always for your endless support. With your help, we know that we’ll be able to offer Ember, Sparky, and their momma Coal the best life possible.

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Mar 23

Our TNR team has been busy recently. As the weather gets nicer, more and more calls come in from homeowners and community members. Soon kitten season will be upon us. Here are a few of our most recent rescues. These sweeties will be assessed and placed in foster care or returned to their “home.”

Kitten season is around the corner, if not already here. Consider becoming a foster by signing up at Catsburypark.com or DM for any questions.

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Mar 16

Remember Penelope?! We’ve had her a whole year and she’s still looking for her forever home! She’s currently living in a foster home so if you’re interested in this weird sitter, her foster family is happy to have you come over to meet her. She’s grown so much since coming off the streets thanks to her amazing fosters and we all want nothing more than her to have a place to call home finally. ❤️

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Mar 11

{Trigger warning- sad story}

Yesterday we were contacted out of the blue by a former adopter about a cat he saw in the middle of the highway. He scooped the cat out of the road but didn’t know what to do, so we told him to bring her directly to us. At that time, we did not know if she was injured or why she was on the road, so we rushed her instantly to @citybytheseavet While she was there, we discovered that she had likely been thrown from a car, given her injuries. It quickly became apparent that the injuries she sustained were too severe. Sadly with the advice and counsel of the wonderful staff at CBTS, we decided to let her go. Before we said goodbye, we named her Latifah and told her that she was loved, even if just for the last hour of her life. We also promised her that we would continue to fight for cats in need just like her and that we would never give up that fight. Thank you to Mark and City By the Sea for helping us give her a chance.

We are raising funds in her name to help continue our mission to help cats and kittens in need. Because of our supporters' generous donations, we can answer calls like the one we got about Latifah. Your donation makes a difference for every cat in need. We can’t save them all, but we promise we will always try our hardest.

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