Colony Cats (& dogs)

01/13/2025

(You don’t have to travel to a galaxy far far away to meet bonded kittens Luke and Leia 🌌✨ (DOB: 6/20/2024). They came to us as very scared hissy kittens but have made a lot of progress.

🌙Luke (tabby arms) : is still a little shy, but he does love pets, especially butt scratches. Luke is still a little aloof, but he really enjoys interactions with his foster siblings and his sister, Leia. He especially enjoys playing and rough housing with his sister Leia.

☀Leia (white arms, beauty spot): she especially loves sitting on laps and cuddling in bed with her foster humans. She is very curious and obsessed with all toys. She is pretty quiet unless she is playing. She can be a bit of a daredevil, jumping to high surfaces and exploring every square inch of her foster home.

They would be happier in a quiet home as new people can still make them nervous. You can meet these adorable siblings by making an appointment with their foster family. To apply to adopt them click here:https://colonycats.org/adoption_app.html

01/12/2025

Consider starting your days with Granola (DOB: 6/24/2022)! Granola is the perfect addition to a home that values the simple, natural joys in life. Granola is as easygoing as they come—no preservatives, no additives, just 100% certified chill. His calm demeanor and warm heart will bring a sense of peace to your home, making every moment feel like a sunny afternoon. With Granola, you’ll enjoy a daily dose of comfort, companionship, and unconditional love. This mellow guy is living proof that you don’t need perfection to be amazing. Granola is FIV-positive, but don’t let that worry you—regular vet check-ups, a nutritious diet, and keeping him indoors will help him thrive. You can meet him at our adoption center or apply to adopt him here: https://colonycats.org/adoption_app.html

01/07/2025

💕Starting 2025 with Love: Meet Our Longest-Waiting Cats💕

We hope everyone is enjoying the start of 2025!🎉 Last week, we celebrated some of the amazing cats who found their forever homes in 2024. Now, we’d like to highlight some of the wonderful cats who have been waiting the longest for their perfect match. Each of these kitties has a unique personality and plenty of love to give—let’s help them make 2025 their year!

🐾Munch (1.5 years old, female, bottom left) has been waiting since April 2023. She’s a playful and lively black kitty with a white patch on her chest who’s full of energy and charm. She thrives as the only pet in the house and is sure to bring laughter and love to her future family.
🐾Milan (8 years old, female, top right) has been waiting since May 2022. This resilient black-and-white senior with kidney disease is affectionate, loves sunbathing, chatting with other cats, and would be the perfect companion for a calm household.
🐾April-May (4 years old, female, top left) has been waiting since March 2023. Shy but sweet, this tabby girl warms up with time and loves her hobbies, like birdwatching, testing treats, and chasing her laser pointer. She’s as curious as she is adorable!
🐾Holly Noel (6.5 years old, female, bottom right) has been waiting since May 2023. A senior tabby-and-white sweetheart, she has a gentle demeanor and is perfect for a quiet, laid-back household.

All of these lovely cats are currently in foster care and ready to meet their forever families. Interested in adopting one of these special girls? Visit Colony Cats Adoption Application (https://colonycats.org/adoption_app.html) to fill out an application and make arrangements to meet your future best friend.💕

01/06/2025

Huge Thank You to IDEXX for their holiday supply drive for Colony Cats to help our felines. We are furever grateful for your support.

01/04/2025

Why adopt 1 kitten when you could adopt 2 who are best friends🐱💖🐱? Meet Aurelio (tuxedo) and Voltaire (black long hair) a pair of 5 month old bonded sisters looking for the purr-fect forever home! When they arrived they were very afraid, but they have made a lot of progress learning to be brave. Once they are comfortable with you they are so sweet and have the cutest purrs. They would do well with an adopter who can make them feel safe so they can thrive. You can meet them at Petco Lennox during store hours or if you are interested in adopting them fill out an adoption application at https://colonycats.org/cat_adoption_app.html !🐾

01/01/2025

Happy New Year! To start 2025 we are featuring Cat Whitney as our first Volunteer of the Month for January 2025. Cat has been part of Team Cat for 2 years and she's truly a cat whisperer. She adopted a cat who had been in our adoption center for several years and would stay up high as she never had any interest in humans...until Cat came along. We are very fortunate to have such a caring and dedicated volunteer. Thank you Cat!

If one of your New Year's Resolution is to donate your time to a nonprofit, consider joining Colony Cats' Team Cat. Email us at [email protected] for more information.

12/31/2024

🐾Tabby Tuesday: Meet Charcoal!🐾

Bet you can’t guess where his name comes from…
This handsome charcoal colored tabby has truly mastered the art of relaxation. At only 2 years old, with his calm demeanor and love for lounging, he’s already the ultimate zen master. If you’ve been thinking about picking up meditation or need a chill buddy to keep you grounded, Charcoal is your guy!

Ready to add a little mindfulness (and a lot of purrs) to your home? Come meet Charcoal at our cage-free adoption center or fill out an adoption application at https://colonycats.org/cat_adoption_app.html and let him show you the art of inner peace!🐾💚

12/31/2024

Today's the last day of 2024! Can you believe it? 😻🥳🤩

If you'd like to make a tax-deductible donation to our organization, the cats and dogs would truly appreciate it! You can use the Facebook link below, or go directly to our website and donate directly to us. We are 100% volunteer, so all funds go directly to the cats and dogs in our care. Thank you from all our hearts!

Happy New Year to all! 🐾
https://colonycats.org/donate.html

12/31/2024

✨🌙Midnight Monday: Meet Vega!✨🌙

With her glossy black coat and huge yellow eyes, Vega looks like she stepped right out of a storybook! At three years old, this sleek and sophisticated beauty is a classic cartoon black cat brought to life.🐾

Vega loves playing with her toys, curling up for cozy naps, and keeping her admirers company. While she may take a moment to warm up, once she does, she’s your loyal partner in crime. Whether she’s chasing the red dot or supervising from her perch, Vega is ready to bring magic into your life.

Stop by the adoption center to meet her or fill out an online application at https://colonycats.org/adoption_app.html to make her a part of your story!🖤

12/29/2024

Help us continue to save, love, heal, and adopt in 2025!

Considering your 2024 year end tax-deductible donations? Please include Colony Cats! Because of your support, we counted over 1,700 adoptions going into December and countless TNR surgeries, and provided much needed specialized medical help to many cats & dogs, including Richard (cat with the harness stuck to his body); the cat caught in a fence who needed a leg amputated; and a lovely female cat brought to us dying because of dead fetuses decomposing in her body. We helped them all!
Our all-volunteer team works to love and heal those brought in and prepare them for adoption through medical care and/or fostering.
As a recognized Best Friends No-Kill Shelter, cats in our care are safe and provided a haven to heal from past trauma and await their forever homes.
Your donations spread hope, healing and LOVE! We couldn't do what we do without YOU!
Your tax-deductible donation makes an immediate impact and fuels our mission to address cat overpopulation in central Ohio through public awareness and spay/neuter efforts. We know that every pet deserves the love found in a forever home.
Visit our profile or website and click the donate button. We also have Amazon and Chewy wish lists. You can drop off donations directly to our adoption center as well.
Wishing you a new year full of positivity and love.
https://colonycats.org/donate.html

12/29/2024

🌟Senior Sunday: Meet Chakita🌟

Chakita is a stunning black-and-white 8-year-old lady with a diva personality to match her luscious, long fur. This classy queen loves to run the show and will keep you on your toes with her quirky personality.

Chakita prefers to rule her home solo—no other pets or small children, please! She’s looking for a patient, cat-savvy adopter who will appreciate her unique charm and respect her independence. In return, she’ll reward you with loyal companionship and plenty of sass to brighten your days. Are you ready to be her forever person? Chakita is currently in foster care, so reach out to arrange a meeting. Apply online at https://colonycats.org/adoption_app.html to meet her and give this sassy senior the royal treatment!💕👑

12/27/2024

🐾FeLV Friday: Meet Palo!🐾

Palo is a stunning 2-year-old tabby with the sweetest personality. Found abandoned, this gentle boy is looking for a quiet and loving home where he can finally feel safe and cherished. While he’s a little shy at first, Palo warms up quickly with patience—and treats! He’s a food-motivated sweetheart who will absolutely steal your heart.

Palo is FeLV+, meaning he has feline leukemia virus. While the virus affects a cat’s immune system and can make them more susceptible to illness, many FeLV+ cats live happy, healthy lives with the right care. This condition is not contagious to humans, dogs, or other species but can be transmitted to other cats. For this reason, FeLV+ cats need to live alone or with other FeLV+ cats.

Palo is currently in foster care, so if you’d like to meet him, reach out to us or fill out an adoption application online at https://colonycats.org/adoption_app.html. Let’s find this resilient boy the forever home he deserves!

12/26/2024

🎩Tuxedo Thursday! Meet Our Sweet Tuxedo Beauties!🎩

✨Clubs & Spade (1 year, females, bottom left) – This bonded pair is currently in foster care and must be adopted together. After losing their home, these shy sisters have found comfort in each other. Clubs and Spade are ready to open up in a loving home where they can grow and thrive together!

✨Josie (5 months, female, top right) – Currently in foster care, this sweet girl is the epitome of feline charm. Josie adores snuggles, making biscuits, and checking herself out in mirrors! She’s playful, affectionate, and loves spreading joy. She’ll be your loyal sidekick, always ready for cuddles and fun!

✨Farfalle (9 months, female, bottom right) – This young tuxedo beauty has a gentle soul and a heart full of love. Rescued alongside four other cats, Farfalle has blossomed in our care. She’s a calm and affectionate companion who would thrive in a peaceful home. Farfalle is ready to share her love with her forever family!

✨Katniss (2 years, female, top left) – Always ready to make her presence known, Katniss is a bold and curious tuxedo lady. She loves exploring and claiming her space (especially your chair). If you’re looking for a fun-loving companion with a touch of mischief, Katniss is your girl!

Interested in adopting one of these special girls? Visit Colony Cats Adoption Application (https://colonycats.org/adoption_app.html) to fill out an application and make arrangements to meet your future best friend.💕

12/26/2024

🎄Christmas Miracles: Give the Gift of Love to These Special Cats🎄

Firstly, we just want to start off by saying Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah! This holiday season, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone following and supporting us. Your kindness and generosity make all the difference for the cats in our care!❤️🐾

Today, we’re celebrating the resilient spirits of our special double-positive cats (FeLV+/FIV+). These incredible kitties face unique challenges but have so much love to give. Could you give them the Christmas miracle they deserve?

🤍💙 Angelo & Gordito: 3 and 2 years, bonded males
This inseparable pair brings twice the love and laughter! Angelo, with his snowy white coat, and Gordito, his gray-and-white brother, are looking for a forever family who can appreciate their unique bond and joyful energy.

💚 Murtagh: 7 years, male
A ruggedly handsome brown tabby with a golden heart, Murtagh dreams of a quiet home where he can relax and share peaceful, loving moments with his special person. Murtagh is also diabetic and must receive treatment for this.

💛 Boobala: 3 years, male
The snuggle champion of the group, Boobala is a calm and cuddly tabby-and-white sweetheart. If you’re looking for a laid-back companion who thrives on affection, he’s the one for you.

What does it mean to be double positive?
These cats are FeLV+ (feline leukemia virus positive), which means they must live either as the only feline in their home or with other FeLV+ cats because FeLV is transmitted through saliva, shared food bowls, or grooming. However, their FIV+ (feline immunodeficiency virus positive) status does not require isolation from other cats. FIV is not easily spread and requires deep bite wounds to transmit, so they can safely live with FIV-negative, FeLV-positive cats as long as all are friendly and spayed or neutered.

All of these wonderful kitties are currently living in foster care. To meet them, please reach out to us directly or fill out an adoption application online at https://colonycats.org/cat_adoption_app.html.

🎁This Christmas, give the gift of a loving home.🎁
Double-positive cats often wait longer for adoption, but they are just as deserving of love and care. Let’s make this a Christmas to remember—for them and for you!

12/24/2024

Wishing each of you who celebrate Christmas a most wonderful holiday. Post pictures of your cats enjoying the season below!

To make a donation to Colony Cats, please visit our website and click donate, or view our wish lists for delivery directly to us. Our greatest needs are nonclumping clay or newspaper pellet litter, paper towels and cash for vet expenses.

The cats (& dogs) thank you!
https://colonycats.org/donate.html

12/24/2024

12/24/2024

Happy 10th Birthday to Hunter who so generously requested donations to Colony Cats instead of birthday gifts for himself. He surpassed the goal he set for himself and we couldn't be prouder of such a caring young man. Thank you Hunter for your selflessness and support of our mission to help homeless cats. You Rock!