Tails High

04/23/2025

Slushy once dreamt of a life indoors, surviving outside as a community cat, as she was spotted in a backyard garden bed quietly admiring the flowers. Because of the kindness of neighbors, Slushy went from a daydream to reality when they opened up their home to this little lady and let her blossom. Slushy still takes some time to feel safe and comfortable with new people, but given the chance, she is a darling lovebug who adores head scratches. She likes them so much that she will lightly tap your hand during pauses to make sure that the scratches don’t stop and she kneads the ground in a happy little dance. 3 year old Slushy is still getting used to the concept of relaxing on furniture but her two foster brothers have begun to show her the way and she can occasionally be found sleeping on beds and chairs, truly relaxed.

She is gentle with children, but as she can sometimes feel a little shy, she may do better with older children or a quiet family. Slushy gets along well with her two foster brothers. She likes to play peek-a-boo with them in her pop up cat cube, though she occasionally has to remind them that she is not a fan of play-wrestling, and she would likely do well with a laidback sibling to show her the ropes. Slushy would also do well as a single cat with an experienced adopter who will give her the chance to really come into her own and flourish.

Slushy loves treats of all shapes and sizes but especially loves churu treats. The veterinarian has reminded her that she needs to take it a little easy on her portion sizes, but Slushy will be just as happy to substitute treats for some extra love once she is accustomed to her new forever home.

Submit your application for Slushy to be considered and help us share her so we can find her a wonderful forever family!

https://www.tailshigh.org/home/adoption-application/

04/21/2025

When rescues and shelters work together, awesome things happen. Winnie is yet another example of this magic in the works. When we shared her picture recently, some thought that she was Vesuvius, but SURPRISE, we have another amazing all black tripod kitty! Thanks to the wonderful team at Brandywine Valley SPCA, Winnie was rescued in January when her leg was caught in a fence and badly mangled. She received a critical amputation surgery and found a soft place to land with a loving foster.

After a month of adjusting to the indoor life during recovery, it was clear that little Winnie would need more time for socialization and care. Our partners at BVSPCA reached out to ask if we could help, and we of course said yes! Not only were we immediately smitten with Winnie and her story, we also wanted to help our friends out and build on our relationship as they establish their footprint as DC’s trusted shelter. This is incredibly important to us to have positive rapport and be able to refer the community to an organization that truly cares for DC’s cats.

Winnie continues to slowly adjust to being an indoor kitty. Her tripod status doesn’t slow her down one bit, and she is a true couch potato, addicted to screen time! Her foster is able to feed her treats by hand and Winnie sits closely by, very relaxed, but she’s still not amenable to being pet. Some kitties may never be accepting of human touch, but that doesn’t mean they don’t deserve a happy indoor life where they are safe and cared for. Winnie clearly appreciates the luxuries of being inside where she’s safe - with a TV! - and we’re so glad to be able to watch her continue to blossom.

While Winnie isn’t a lap cat just yet, we share her in hopes of inspiring more cat lovers to open up their hearts and homes to shy kitties like Winnie. Whether you’re fostering or adopting, please consider a kitty that has had a tough beginning and needs more time to show their true selves. Help us share Winnie so we might find an interested adopter that will look past not being able to pet her right now, and see that giving her a forever home will be well worth it! 🖤

Brandywine Valley SPCA - Washington, DC

04/20/2025

Who’s ready for a Churu egg hunt? Hoppy Easter from all of our funny bunnies 🐰 🐣💐!

04/19/2025

What do Cat Ladies do on the day of their celebration that also happens to be a lovely Caturday? Peruse social media for more adorable cats to love! We adore the amazing Cat Ladies in our rescue and community, from volunteers to adopters - you’re the best!

To keep the Cat Ladies happy and also get these adorable adoptable kitties some face time, we want to recap some of our available cats awaiting forever homes. Whether you’re looking to grow your Cat Lady status with another furry family member or want to share with the other cat lovers in your life, these precious faces are so deserving.

🐈‍⬛Horton 🐈Slushy 🐈‍⬛Perseus & Pegasus 🐈Vada 🐈‍⬛McKinley 🐈Tilly 🐈‍⬛Foxy Lady 🐈Ladybug

Submit an adoption application on our website to be considered. And please share share share!

04/18/2025

🌸It’s a beautiful spring day and many cat lovers are preparing for the Easter weekend. Along with entertaining, we often think about decorating with pretty seasonal touches around the house, but one thing you ABSOLUTELY CANNOT allow in your home are Lilies! While many flowers and plants are dangerous to curious cats, the entire Lily plant is toxic - the stem, leaves, flower, pollen and even the water in the vase. We have heard horror stories about kitties going into kidney failure from the most innocent interaction with these flowers, leaving devastated families in their wake. We wish they were labeled with a warning in stores because they are truly that deadly! Don’t buy them and don’t gift them to friends or family with kitties. If sharing this post prevents even one cat from getting ill, it’s worth it. You’d be surprised how many pet owners are oblivious to these dangers.

Skip these dangerous flowers in your home:
🚫🌷Lilies, Tulips, Daffodils, Hyacinths, Crocus, Iris

Consider these beautiful safe alternatives:
✅🌻Sunflowers, Roses, African Violets, Zinnias, Petunias

Keep your kitties safe this spring! P.s. Bell and Confetti posed with these flowers that were promptly removed out of reach after the photo to keep them safe. 🌼

04/17/2025

Hurkle Durkle is growing, thriving and vibing! This little miracle girl has won the hearts of everyone she meets, so much so that her foster mom was a little worried she wouldn’t get her back from the multiple vet teams oogling over her at VRA. How could anyone resist that sweet face?! We can’t blame them.

As we shared during our critical Spring2ACTion fundraiser, Hurkle Durkle was showing concerning neurological symptoms upon intake. She tragically lost her mama cat, as she was struck by a car when surviving outside, and it is believed that Hurkie likely suffered some physical trauma during that impact resulting in a TBI (traumatic brain injury). Hurkie saw the neurologist, along with other vet specialists at VRA, where they attempted to ultrasound her brain through the opening of her fontanelle. Nothing was noted from the ultrasound but we were encouraged that Dr. Kaiman felt Hurkie was already improving so much that observation with her foster was our best course of action for now. The surgeon noted that the contracture of her foot/leg is related to tendons or possibly nerves, and doesn’t appear to be a bone fracture. They attempted to fashion a tiny splint for her leg, but it didn’t last long, so physical therapy with stretches will help Hurkie’s leg straighten as she becomes more mobile.

While Hurkle Durkle had a devastating beginning, her future is bright! We are so grateful for your support that allows us to give all of our kittens and cats the vet care they need. We’ll keep you updated Hurkie, but know she’s in the very best hands and paws with her foster family. Clara Bow is on the case!

04/16/2025

You’ve heard us say we have the best adopters time and time again, and we truly mean it. When we pour our heart and soul into the kitties we rescue, and love them as our own, finding the best forever families is something we take very seriously. And while we know the cats and kittens we send off to their new homes are in the best of hands, we can never be sure of what the future holds, but we’re always hopeful for long lives filled with the happiest of memories.

Buttermilk Pancake and Belgian Waffle were adorable boys that came to rescue last summer with the Brunch Bunch, fostered by Shelby and Sean of . We were so excited this duo was adopted as a bonded pair last July. Their new family loved them so much and sent us happy updates as the boys settled in and made themselves right at home as Glamour and Shax.

After the best months we could have ever hoped for these wonderful kitties sharing, we received the very sad news that Glamour passed away at just 6 months old, shortly after being diagnosed with a congenital heart defect last fall. His family exhausted every effort to get him the best care and they proactively took Shax to the cardiologist where they learned he had the same heart defect which required medication to give him the best prognosis. We heard from Shax’s family this morning that he sadly passed away last week, just shy of his first birthday. We couldn’t be more heartbroken for Loretta and Dylan as they have had to say goodbye to both of their precious boys.

When you adopt from Tails High, we tell you that you are part of our family and we will always be here as a caring ear to listen, or shoulder to cry on. We mean it with all of our hearts. It’s not fair that Shax and Glamour didn’t have the long lives they deserved, but we are so grateful they knew love and had the very best home. Please send Loretta and Dylan your love as they manage this incredibly hard loss. We will continue to help kittens in need, in their honor, and know in our hearts the boys are back together again over the rainbow bridge. 🩶🖤🌈

04/15/2025

We’re firm believers in kitten therapy and after a crazy Monday, Jib’s adorable face can turn your frown upside down. This little serotonin booster is just learning to climb the cat tower in his foster home with his siblings, so he has no idea all of the stress he’s able to wipe away just at the sight of him. We feel fortunate to watch these fragile peanuts grow up in front of our eyes and are so grateful for our fosters that care for them. Thanks for brightening our Mondays, Jib!

04/14/2025

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Cats are curious and known to nibble, and if they nibble these plants, they could end up with vomiting, diarrhea—or even worse. 🙀

If you want to play it safe, keep these flowers outside in the flower bed or put them far out of your cats’ reach!

04/12/2025

🐞As luck would have it, Ladybug has truly spread her little wings since being rescued. We shared the story of our Lucky Charms and the dire situation they found themselves in, abandoned outside out of desperation, and the happy tail of Rabbit Foot 🐇 who found her forever home recently. We knew Ladybug once had a family, and our fears were confirmed that she was in fact, left behind and unwanted. But now is her time to turn a new leaf, and find her true FOREVER family this spring 🌿.

Ladybug is a whole lot more than just those mesmerizing green eyes, accentuated with perfect eyeliner. She’s a playful, affectionate, sweetheart that makes the best companion. Ladybug enjoys her toys, particularly cat nip mice and sparkle balls, which keep her busy when she’s in a spunky mood. She can also be an independent girly, and doesn’t mind when you have to head to the office or out to run errands; she will peacefully nap until you return. But when you’re home and ready for some cuddles, she will happily oblige with purrs and snuggles on the couch where she will enthusiastically take you up on a belly rub.

Ladybug hasn’t met other kitties in her foster home but is overall a laid back girl. She’s likely to adjust to a multi-cat household with proper introductions and time, but she’d also make an excellent single kitty for someone just look for one best friend. She’s also such an easy going girl, she’d be excellent for a first time cat owner.

We feel so lucky to have crossed paths with the Lucky Charms kitties and are very hopeful to find the best family for Ladybug. Please help us find them by sharing this post and submit your adoption application on our website if you’re interested in being considered.

04/11/2025

On a dreary Friday 🌧️, after a long week, finding your best buddy and getting cozy is the perfect plan 😻. Valentino is leaning on her sister, Armani, for extra snuggles as she’s recovering from her eye enucleation earlier this week. Thanks to your generous donations during 🌼Spring2ACTion, we’re able to ensure kittens like the Designer Darlings get the care they need. Cheers to a relaxing weekend ahead! 😌

04/10/2025

🎉$37,000 FOR CATS AND KITTENS IN NEED! We are so touched by your generosity and support! Our community came together to make this our most successful Spring2ACTion and fundraiser EVER. You have shown us such selflessness when we know so many of our followers are undergoing hard times themselves.

When we set our intentions for this Spring2ACTion, we thought about three key focuses for how we will use these funds.
🌼🦋☀️Growth - Transformation - Hope

🌼Growth - Save 500 cats in 2025, more than ever before
🦋Transformation - Evolve to help cats with even more special needs
☀️Hope - Bring light to our community through compassion and our work

We promise to continue making you proud by dedicating our heart and soul to this mission - to say yes to as many kitties as we can and believing in miracles. Yesterday was a miracle for us and we are over the moon with gratitude. THANK YOU!

04/09/2025

Kingsley is worried. Spring2ACTion, Alexandria’s annual giving day, is ENDING SOON! We are thrilled to have raised over $29,000 so far but we have nearly 100 less donors than we did last year. Where have our friends gone? Please help us by sharing our giving page with your friends, family, and fellow cat lovers to ask them to contribute TODAY!

🦋We are hopeful to have our matching grants, from generous sponsors, matched evenly with $17,750 contributed by individual donors... which means we need to hit $35,500 by midnight TONIGHT!

🌼DONATE NOW >> https://www.spring2action.org/organizations/tails-high SHARE SHARE SHARE!

04/09/2025

Po Boy is here to ask you for a favor. Can you support us today? We don’t like to beg. Well, Po Boy is quite good at that! We are doing our very best to raise $35,000 to save 500 cats this year and we still have quite a way to go before midnight. We’re 78% to our goal and the clock is ticking. Please help us by donating, sharing, and spreading the word about the life-saving work Tails High is doing every day for cats and kittens most in need. 🌼DONATE NOW >> https://www.spring2action.org/organizations/tails-high

04/09/2025

Today can change the lives of kittens and cats in need, but we need your help. Will you help us continue our mission to say “yes” to the kitties with no other hope? Now is the time.
https://www.spring2action.org/organizations/tails-high

🌼Spring2ACTion, Alexandria’s annual giving day, is TODAY! We’ve set our goal at $35,000 to help more kitties in need than ever before.

2025 has already brought us challenging medical cases, ranging from cancer diagnoses to neurological disorders, limb amputations and eye enucleations. No expense is spared to get these cats and kittens healthy, happy and on the path to the life they deserve.

☀️We are very fortunate to have Matching Grants available for Spring2ACTion from generous sponsors. Help us exhaust our matches up to $17,750 before midnight. We have to raise $35,500 to do it! Every donation will be matched 100% until they’re completed and we reach our goal.

🐝Please donate, share, and spread the word so we can save lives together.