BOSCOE (BOSSY)
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ADOPTED NOVEMBER 2021
We're so grateful to have this little guy in our family, we've only had him for a little over a week now but it feels like he's been here forever. He's so sweet, cuddly and smart, sometimes it feel's like he was already fully trained when we brought him home! He's learning so fast and already getting comfortable with his cat sisters, and we can't believe how lucky we were to get such a sweet boy. -Julie C. |
JUNO (NOW JUNO THE FIERCE)
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ADOPTED NOVEMBER 2021
Thank you all for letting me adopt Juno. She instantly fell in love with our other black cat, Jaeger and Winslow the giant golden retriever/yellow lab dork. She has been a delightful addition to our house in Salem (after all, black cats in Salem). Also I'm from Florida and she is too so we're bonded on escaping the state of weird. -Jeremy N. |
ATLAS (NOW HERSHEY)
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ADOPTED SEPTEMBER 2021
We went in to get an older dog but there were only puppies. We decided to adopt a pup instead. It took us some time to pick out our new “baby” but we finally did. We forgot how much work it is to take care of a puppy but we did it and now have an awesome puppy who has such a great personality, is very trainable and pleasant. We were nervous about how he would be with our grandchildren (2 and 6) but he is wonderful with them. He now goes to daycare three times a week and has lots of friends. He is very social with people and animals. We just took him clothes shopping for a coat and a sweater for the winter. We love him and are so happy we adopted him! -Karen P. |
MADELINE (NOW MADDIE MAE)
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ADOPTED OCTOBER 2021
After the loss of my Boston Terrier, I was not looking to get another dog any time soon; however, I came across a posting on Facebook regarding Maddie and I automatically fell in love with her. I submitted my application on a Saturday, thinking that I would probably wouldn’t hear from the shelter at all. I was so surprised to received a call on Monday letting me know I could come on Wednesday to meet her. Adopting Maddie has been one of the best decision I have ever made. Maddie has adjusted well to her new environment, she is the sweetest little girl, she loves walks and every person/dog she meets. -Dulci F. |
CHAMP (NOW MILO)
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ADOPTED OCTOBER 2021
As soon as I met Milo at the shelter, I knew he would be perfect for us. He loves to play fetch, to meet the other dogs in the neighborhood, and he LOVES to cuddle with everyone in the family! He's very happy here, and he's made us happy in return. -Rob K. |
OMEGA (NOW BULLITT)
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ADOPTED SEPTEMBER 2021
I went into the shelter looking for a friend for my 6-year-old cat. My specs were I wanted something goofy and under a year old. Well boy did I get what I was looking for! I was drawn to little Omega due to his little meows and climbing the cage door. 30 minutes later, I was walking out the door with him! He is the definition of a kitten and man oh man did I get more than I had bargained for. He’s so loving, playful, brave, adventurous as well as mischievous, instigating, troublesome - but he keeps it interesting to say the least! He’s only 3 months old so I’m excited to see what the future brings us! -Aimee P. |
MIRAN (NOW RIPLEY)
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ADOPTED OCTOBER 2021
We visited the shelter not expecting to adopt that day but wanting to take a look just to see if there was a cat that maybe would pick us. That is just what happened and we went home with our new fur baby. Ripley, formerly Miran, would not stop looking at us, following us with his eyes as we visited other cages. We lost our cat Gracie three weeks prior to this visit and the house was just too empty. We missed Gracie but didn't think we could replace her so soon, however after visiting Ripley we just couldn't leave without him. The ride from Gloucester to Middleton, 40 minutes or so went remarkably well. Ripley did not cry but did want to get out of the carrier. I let him out and he explored for a minute and found that the rear window was a cool place to lay down and check out the other cars as we made our way down 128. At home he explored and did not try to hide, which I expected would be the case for a few days. He settled right in. It took a day or two before he would sit with us on the couch and now after two weeks he has claimed the couch as his. He plays, enjoys the window that has a view of our bird feeder and when I leave for work we put on a Youtube video for cats. He sits on the couch and binge watches. -Kimberly P. |
BLAIR (NOW PUMPKIN)
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ADOPTED OCTOBER 2021
My husband and I lost one of our dogs, Sassy, in August and we had been talking and decided to get another friend for Sophie and Layla. We searched Petfinder and Adopt-a-pet and came across Pumpkin (formerly Blair). The story showed that she is special needs because of her eye but to look at her face she looked so sweet. So we decided to make the hour and a half drive to Gloucester to see her. Well she was not there she was in foster care. We got really lucky and the foster mom was kind enough bring her to meet us and we fell in love. The next day we brought the other two to meet her and take her home. She is happy and loves to run and play as well as cuddle. -Sharon K. |
DRAGONFLY (NOW FINNEGAN)
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ADOPTED SEPTEMBER 2021
Finnegan is adjusting well to his new home these past couple of weeks. He is a happy energetic and curious little guy who likes to explore his surroundings. He has a favorite little toy, a pink fluff ball, that he carries around with him. I've never played fetch with a kitten before, but we play fetch with that ball almost every evening! I am also glad to report that he and his new older sister Fiona, are getting along great! They enjoy each others' company when I am at work during the day. I am happy we found each other, he is a great little addition! -Rachel M. |
KYRIE (NOW KONA)
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ADOPTED AUGUST 2021
She's a happy, healthy puppy and a wonderful addition to our family! She's an especially big fan of her big brother, Echo. She's been a great hiking buddy for her humans and she loves to spend time outside and in the water. She's settled in easily to the comforts of home, and is especially adept at snuggling into a cozy blanket right in the middle of the couch. She's growing up into a sweet, smart dog and we love watching her learn and evolve! Still trying to figure out how she wants to style her ears, though. :) -Joellen H. |
BENTLEY (NOW BUG)
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ADOPTED MAY 2021
We lost our almost 15 year old beloved Schnoodle in April. Two days after I buried his ashes, I happened upon the CAAA website via a friend’s instagram post. As soon as I saw Bug (Bentley) I knew he was the one. After the difficulties of last two years and losing our dog, I was in a funk but Bug made me smile again. I didn’t think I wanted a puppy but we couldn’t have gotten a better one. He’s a bed bug, love bug, cuddle bug and water bug. He’s so smart, silly and happy. He loves everyone and thrives on learning new things. I am so grateful to CAAA and everyone else who helped bring this little Bug to us. -Katrina T. |
CAMILLO (NOW CHANCE)
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ADOPTED SEPTEMBER 2018
I adopted "Camillo" after an extended time in the hospital. After finding out his story as being rescued from Puerto Rico and being sick in the shelter for the first 3 months. I named him "Chance" representing our 2nd chances together. Chance loves belly rubs, being chased around the house and treats. He has healthy and happily been home for about 3 years now. -Ian D. |
MURCI (NOW BUG)
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ADOPTED AUGUST 2021
We had been wanting a 2nd cat to be a buddy to our cat, Finn. However, we wanted to make sure that the 2nd cat we got would be a good fit for our home, which took a lot of searching. With Bug (previously Murci) it just clicked right away. He was ours from the moment we saw him. The absolute best part is that Finn has adopted Bug just as much as we did. They became brothers immediately without any hesitation and it has been so amazing to watch. Thank you CAAA for helping us round out our little family! -Becca B. |
FRECKLES
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ADOPTED JULY 2021
On July 9th I lost my 15 year old girl to cancer. One of my other dogs Teddy was extremely sad. I saw Freckles picture, fell in love with her and knew she would be a perfect friend for Teddy. Freckles who is a year and a half was rescued in Texas and gave birth to 10 puppies. She is the sweetest, most loving dog. Teddy adores her and they are best buds for life. -Lisa R. |
SUSHI
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ADOPTED SEPTEMBER 2019
When I adopted Sushi, I was living and working in Rockport and wanted a cat who could be pretty independent. Sushi was two years old and had been rescued from the street in Chelsea, so he wasn't very interested in people but he was cute and we hoped he would come around! We were warned that he might never be very affectionate but he was pretty companionable, so we took him home. It was a month before he let me pet him and three months before I could pick him up for even a couple seconds. After about nine months, he liked to be petted but he also liked a lot of time alone. Unfortunately for him, that's when I got a job in Washington and we moved across country! Sushi found himself in a whole new house, this time with people. A few months after that, my sister gave birth and he even had to contend with a baby! At first we were really worried, since he only mostly liked me, but as the house got fuller and the baby got louder, Sushi only got more affectionate. He started asking to get picked up, coming up for pets, cuddling up to my sister and brother-in-law, and even running to get someone when the baby cried. Now he is happy to butt his head up against the hands of anyone who comes around, loves lazing on the couch, and interrupts everyone's zoom calls and movie nights when he wants attention! We are so amazed by his transformation and how loving he has become. We would have loved him no matter what, but what a gift to have him love us back! -Deborah P. |
JINGLE (NOW SCOUT)
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ADOPTED FEBRUARY 2021
In my years of living I have found that life has been more of a zig-zag versus a linear progression as expected. The last few years have been a bit of a rollercoaster, as I can assume most have experienced with the pandemic-experiencing everyday challenges. To this day without a doubt the best decision I have ever made was adopting Scout, my best friend and fur-ever companion. Scout has both a gentle and beautiful soul. She loves large open fields and chasing swallows (I swear they look for her and love chasing her too). Scout is a simple being, in the sense that all she has ever wanted is love and to be loved. What she has given is so much more-her inner beauty and genuineness has given my family a sense of closeness and happiness that has not been felt in a long time. Thank you Cape Animal Aid for completing our family! -Sarah W. |
TOGEPI (NOW LUNA)
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ADOPTED JULY 2021
Luna is one amazing little tiny cat .Luna loves her older sister, but her older sister is still getting use to such a fast little kitten and she is fast. They are not best friends, but they don't fight at all, some chasing and nose touching here and there... hoping for cuddling soon. Luna sleeps with us every night, she is a love bug and loves toys, i mean loves toys. We are so grateful to have found her, after the loss of our other male cat. Luna lives in a house full of love, toys and cuddles and she is an amazing fit to our lives. -Lisa C. |
CHERRY (NOW JUNIPER)
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ADOPTED JULY 2021
The adoption process was great! Juniper is settling into her home! We love her so much! -Vikki W. |
ELIKTRIK (NOW WATERMELON)
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ADOPTED JULY 2020
We just wanted to say Thank You! Watermelon has been a part of our family for a little over a year now. We all love her so much and can’t imagine our family without her in it. She is very playful and likes chasing coils and watching birds through the window. Watermelon loves napping in the sun and talking/meowing to us. She loves being around people and in the middle of whatever is going on. She is such a happy cat. Watermelon was the perfect addition to our family. Thank you so much for helping us find/adopt her. -The Kozachuk Family |
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