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Heart 1 Year Old Female #17358 Named after the pattern on her nose, Heart is a gentle cat with a gentle soul! She wants to be around you all the time and wants to be involved in whatever you do! She is available from our North Hobart Op Shop.

Tammy 1 Year Old Female #17288 Tammy is a sweet and playful cat who has been building her confidence during her time in foster care and now here at the Centre. She is waiting for someone to discover her quirky, affectionate nature!

Edmond 8 Years Old Male #17398 Edmond is an older boy who likes to be near you and the action within the household. He loves to be stroked, talked to, and will happily sit on the arm of the chair you sit in. He is available from our Margate Op Shop.

Rarki 8 Years Old Male #16746 Rarki is full of energy and enjoys playtime as much as stretching out on the floor. He won’t hesitate to let you know when he wants something. Rarki has a soft little voice that will just melt your heart!

You can find out more about these kitties along with all of our kitties available for adoption at tenlives.com.au Every cat has a story. Are you part of it? #ADOPT

After: Crisco was cleared for adoption and is now our ‘office cat’ as she waits for her new family to discover her

Cats like Sam and Crisco remind us that it’s all worth it

Rich East – Ten Lives Cat Centre

I HAVE some good news for you from Ten Lives. A few editions ago I shared with you the story of a black cat named Sam - this was our problem kitty who didn’t quite know how claws worked and who would often accidentally scratch us.

As you know, Sam became our office cat while he waited for his adoption.

Last month, when we celebrated 365 days of Sam being with us, the staff were getting exceedingly concerned that Sam may be stuck with us forever.

Sam wasn’t particularly worried though, as he was quite content with his life supervising the reception staff and lounging around our Manager Noel’s office. In fact, he had developed quite a bond with Noel, and the two would seek each other out every morning when Noel arrived.

But there were grander moments yet to come in the story of Sam’s life, and that was the moment someone by the name of Susan walked in and fell a little bit in love with him.

After 369 days in our care, I am overjoyed to announce that Sam has now been adopted. The latest update from Susan is that Sam has settled in well and has found the perfect spot by the window to watch the chickens.

It took more than a year for that day to come, but for cats like Sam, it is worth it. We will miss you Sam.

It’s been a strange month for adoptions at the Centre. We have had a few weekends where not many kitties were adopted. Kittens that would ordinarily fly out the door were left waiting for days, and as the Centre filled to capacity, it left us wondering why.

There’s a lot going on in the world and my only guess is that people might be hesitant to make any big commitments right now. This is understandable - but these cats still need a home.

Cats like eight-year-old Crisco. In December last year, Crisco was found by the side of the road in a cardboard box. She had a horrific collar injury to her armpit that proved to be a difficult rehabilitation.

Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications and some artful bandaging were enough to stave off the initial infection, but surgery was required to help close the wound. I followed Crisco’s story closely and shared her progress with our V.E.T.S. Club.

Our Vital and Emergency Treatment Supporters Club gives people exclusive and behind-the-scenes access to the stories of our Vet Room, while allowing them to contribute monthly to treatment costs of kitties in need. This can be as little as $20 per month and further details can be found on the Ten Lives website.

For Crisco, her months long rehabilitation was declared a success when the Vet Team cleared her for adoption.

Over that period, she received over 35 vet check-ups. That’s not only a testament to the determination of our Vet Team - but it is also a testament to the strength and patience of this little cat.

Crisco has been through a lot in her eight years, but she still has the sweetest personality and a gentle and kind nature. She loves her treats, though she is not a big fan of other cats.

She is now available for adoption, replacing Sam as our Office Cat.

It didn’t take long for her to settle into the office, and when you walk past you’ll often notice her gaze following you as she sits on the boss’ chair.

We will now wait for that moment that reminds us all that it is all worth it – adoption day.

As much as the staff and volunteers have loved having Crisco in their lives, it is time for her to find the home she deserves. I’m hoping that won’t take too long.

Ten Lives Cat Shelter is a self-funded animal charity that relies on donations and volunteers to care for and rehome the unwanted cats and kittens of Tasmania. See how you can get involved: tenlives.com.au