“MOST CATS ARE NOT SHY ABOUT LETTING THEIR PEOPLE KNOW WHAT THEY WANT”
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 Information about: AIDS cats

Why adopt an adult cat?
 
*        Many sweet, well-mannered older cats are overlooked by adopters who have eyes only for kittens.
 
*       An adult cat's physical appearance and temperament are fully developed, so what you see is what you get. Do you want a lap cat, an independent cat that is happy being alone when you are not at home, a small or large cat, or one that gets on well with dogs? Often people choose a kitten because they believe they can mould the kitten's personality to be whatever they want. This is a myth. Cats are notoriously independent and resistant to moulding. Some cats resent this attempt to change their individuality and end up avoiding you. Despite your best efforts, this adorable kitten you have fallen in love with may grow up to be an aloof loner, not the lap cat you wanted.
 
*        Caring for a kitten can be like caring for a baby. Kittens need constant attention and supervision. A mature cat more easily fits into a busy lifestyle. Even better, adopt two adult cats that can keep each other company while you are busy.
 
*        An adult cat is often a better choice if you are adding a second cat to your household. People often think their resident cat will adjust better to a kitten than another adult. This may be true in some cases, but many cats will never adjust to an energetic kitten, especially if it is getting all the attention. This kitten may also grow up to be a cat that doesn't tolerate other cats.
 
*        An adult cat's lifetime of experience will equip him to cope well with dogs, children and other cats.
 
*        Adult cats are calmer and less destructive than kittens. While you are out, kittens will climb the curtains, eat the houseplants, unwind the toilet paper, and claw your furniture, whereas adults will spend most of the day sleeping. Grown cats need less supervision than kittens do before you can trust them with free roam of your house. Also, kittens love to play at night, creating havoc while you try to sleep. Adults will probably sleep on your bed all night.
 
*        Adult cats are often a better choice for a household with young children. Kittens need supervision at all times as they are fragile and vulnerable to injury. Also, if they are handled roughly they may bite or scratch without warning. A teenage or adult cat that is accustomed to children is more likely to give warning or leave when she has had enough. Many organisations do not adopt small kittens to households with children under five years of age.
 
*       If you want to adopt just one cat and have no other cats at home, please consider an adult. Kittens need the companionship and socialisation provided by another cat in the home. We have many cats that love people but are happiest being the only cat in the house. These cats need you.
 
*        Mature cats have lots of love to offer. Many people think they won't live very long, but nowadays cat can live to 20 years, especially an indoor cat. Senior cats make calm, loyal companions, have many good years left, and deserve a comfortable place to spend their golden years.
 
*        Most importantly, you are saving a life. Kittens are always in demand and can find homes. Many of our adult cats are last year's mommies whose kittens have been homed and they have been left behind. Some have been abandoned by their owners, as they are no longer cute kittens. Others are unfortunate enough to have been born the wrong colour or breed, or not to be outgoing enough, and have spent their entire lives with us. They really deserve a chance to show their true colours.
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TUXEDO – DOB ± 2008

TUXEDO IS A WHITE & BLACK DSH MALE.

GINGER'S BEST FRIEND - HE IS LOVABLE & FRIENDLY.

THEY WERE ABANDONED AT TEARS' BOARDING CATTERY.

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GINGER – DOB ± 2008

GINGER IS A GINGER & WHITE DSH MALE.

TUXEDO'S BEST FRIEND - HE IS GENTLE & SHY.

HE WOULD LOVE TO LIVE IN A HOME WITH HIS BEST FRIEND.

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GIN-JU – DOB ± DEC 2007

GIN-JU IS A GINGER & WHITE DSH MALE.

DOTING, SOCIABLE & FAMILY ORIENTATED.

MELTS YOUR HEART WITH HIS BIG GREEN EYES.

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TATUM – DOB ± JULY 2009

TATUM IS A GREY& WHITE DSH FEMALE.

SPIRITED, FRIENDLY & AFFECTIONATE.

LIKES TO TALK  & LOVES PLAYING.

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PUDDING – DOB ± 2009

PUDDING IS A TORTIE DSH FEMALE.

CHARISMATIC, GENTLE & LOVING.

ENJOYS ATTENTION, A GREAT COMPANION.

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KATRINA – DOB ± DEC 2009

KATRINA IS A SILVER TABBY & WHITE DSH FEMALE.

REGAL, WARM & SOCIABLE.

ENJOYS HUMAN INTERACTION.

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KITSY – DOB ± OCT 2005

KITSY IS A WHITE & BLACK DSH FEMALE

AFFECTIONATE, SHE NEEDS A GENTLE HAND.

PERFECT COMPANION FOR A QUIET FAMILY.

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WINSTON – DOB ± JAN 2010

WINSTON IS WHITE WITH BLACK DSH MALE

CHARMING, ADORABLE & FRINDLY.

HE IS A DELIGHTFUL COMPANION.

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SWEET PEA – DOB ± 2010

SWEET PEA IS A TABBY/WHITE DSH FEMALE.

CONFIDENT, JOVIAL & LOVING.

WOULD ENJOY A GOOD FAMILY HOME.

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INGE – DOB ±  2010

INGE IS A CALICO DSH FEMALE.

SLEAK, CHARASMATIC & ENQUISITIVE.

WOULD LOVE TO BASK IN THE SUN AT YOUR HOME.

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CONNOR – DOB ± 2008 

CONNOR IS A BLACK DSH MALE.

HE IS GENTLE & LOVES THE COMPANY OF OTHER CATS.

HE WOULD LOVE TO PLAY IN GARDEN OF HIS OWN.

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MOOSE – DOB ± MARCH 2010

MOOSE IS A GINGER & WHITE DSH MALE.

AFFECTIONATE, EXTROVERT & PLAYFUL.

SELF CONFIDANT & FEARLESS.

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STARDUST – DOB 2008

STARDUST IS A DARK TORTIE DSH FEMALE.

ADORABLE, TALKATIVE, & COMICAL.

LOVES ATTENTION & BRUSHES.

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MAX – DOB ± MAY 2009

MAX IS A WHITE & BLACK DSH MALE.

SHY, UNDEMANDING, SWEET NATURED & LOVES PLAYING.

HE ADORES OTHER FELINE COMPANY.

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FAYE – DOB ± 2009

FAYE IS A TABBY DSH FEMALE.

SHE IS LOVEABLE, JOVIAL & PLAYFUL.

A SWEET NATURED GIRL WHO ENJOYS HUMAN INTERACTION.

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PIXIE – DOB ± 2009

PIXIE IS A GINGER & WHITE DSH FEMALE.

SHY, INDEPENDENT, NEEDS TLC.

SOCIABLE WITH OTHER CATS.

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TRIPPIE – DOB ± 2006

TRIPPIE IS A DILUTE TORTIE/TABBY DSH FEMALE.

TALKATIVE, LOVEABLE & SUPER NATURED.

LONGING FOR A LAP TO SNUGGLE ONTO.

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FREDDIE MERCURY – DOB 2010

FREDDIE MERCURY IS A TABBY & WHITE DSH MALE.

CHARMING, BOLD & BOUNCY.

WOULD LOVE TO BE AN ONLY CAT IN YOUR HOME.

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TALULAH – DOB ± JAN 2009

TALULAH IS A WHITE & BLACK DSH FEMALE.

ENDEARING, CONTENT TO SNUGGLE AT YOUR SIDE.

A TIMID GIRL - A QUIET HOME WILL BE IDEAL FOR HER.

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PUDDY – DOB ± 2006

PUDDY IS A DILUTE TORTIE DSH FEMALE

SOFT NATURED, FRIENDLY & JOVIAL.

GREAT COMPANION FOR ANY FAMILY.

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TIARA – DOB ± 2008

TIARA IS A DILUTE TORTIE DSH FEMALE

A MYSTICAL LADY WHO IS GENTLE, CURIOUS & BRAVE.

SEEKS A WARM FAMILY TO SHARE HER LIFE.

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CHILLI-PEPPER – DOB ± 2003

CHILLI-PEPPER IS A BLACK & WHITE DSH FEMALE.

AFFECTIONATE, SOCIABLE & SPRIGHTLY.

TALKATIVE, & LOVES HUMAN INTERACTION.

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GARNETT – NOV 2006

GARNETT IS A DARK TORTIE DSH FEMALE.

COY, SEEKS A GENTLE HUMAN COMPANION.

SWEET-TEMPERED, ENJOYS SUNBATHING.

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FELIX  DOB  ± 2008

FELIX IS A BLACK & WHITE DSH MALE.

A SOCIAL & GENTLE SOUL.

HE DREAMS OF A FOREVER HOME.

Since last updating this page, some of our cats may have been homed.
Feel free to contact us to confirm whether the cat you would like to adopt is still waiting for a loving home.
TEARS has a large selection of adorable kittens, who would just LOVE to become part of your family!