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Friends for Life Animal Rescue Non-profit all volunteer cat and kitten rescue and adoption group

"When the tea is brought at five o’clock, and all the neat curtains are drawn with care, the little black cat with brigh...
17/06/2025

"When the tea is brought at five o’clock, and all the neat curtains are drawn with care, the little black cat with bright green eyes is suddenly purring there." Harold Monro

Meet sweet man, Orion! I've already said how partial I am to black cats, but I've got an extra special place in my heart for reformed black street cats. Orion has spent most of his life roaming the streets. We originally caught him because it looked like he had gotten beaten up and needed medical attention. While we were at it, we went ahead and fixed him, hence the clipped ear. Orion came back with a clean bill of health, aside from what seems to be some allergies, but we had to keep him in quarantine for a couple months to retest him, just in case. Wouldn't you know it? You give this man good food, some love and attention and he was not about to let you put him back on the streets.

Even more crazy is to see this man with these kittens. He seems to have a particularly adorable bond with Domino, but he would not allow us to keep him in his own enclosure for the Adoption Outreach. He HAD to be in with the kittens. He was grooming them, cuddling with them, allowing them to make biscuits. It was the most adorable thing!

Meet Orion, our gentle giant. Based on the condition of his teeth, our vet estimates he is only 2 years old, but folks swear he has been around for 4-5 years.

Orion was king of his neighborhood and knew all the best places to ask for dinner. Alarmingly, he showed up one night pretty torn up, so FFLAR trapped him and got him medical attention. He was not thrilled with us at first, but because we needed to hold on to him to test him twice, he was our unwilling guest right up until he figured out 3 square meals a day, a maid to clean his toilet and lots of love was not such a terrible fate after all.

One day he just started chirping at us in a very friendly manner and di his flirtatious body flop. That was the end of his days as a wandering bachelor (not to mention the "loss" of certain incentives).

We were not sure how he would react to other cats, but he showed no signs of aggression and surprisingly, moved downstairs to hang with the kittens. They assumed he was a wet nurse and literally swarmed him. After taking control of the mob and regaining some dignity, he actually started to groom them and continues to tolerate their futile attempts to comfort nurse. He is very loving and patient with them and cannot find a spot for a nap without at least one of the kittens curling up with him. It is just too adorable!

Orion is an ankle wrapper and tends to flop down in front of you, so can be a bit of a tripping hazard. He likes scritches and cooing and is starting to get comfortable with being picked up. He absolutely loves to hang out with us and the kittens and shows signs of being happy to make a connection with any adult cats willing to accept him.

If you think Orion (and perhaps one of his devoted little groupies) would be a great fit into your home and your heart, please contact Laura at 540-272-3506.

Happy Father's Day to all of you out there. Fur-babies count as far as we're concerned as well. We hope today is everyth...
15/06/2025

Happy Father's Day to all of you out there. Fur-babies count as far as we're concerned as well.

We hope today is everything you want and then some. May your cats cuddle you extra and not knock that item off the shelf. 😁

Happy Tails from today's event!Tofu, Mickey and Graham were all adopted today and went to their furever homes!
14/06/2025

Happy Tails from today's event!

Tofu, Mickey and Graham were all adopted today and went to their furever homes!

Come on out and meet these cuties!Check the comments for a cute video of Domino!
14/06/2025

Come on out and meet these cuties!

Check the comments for a cute video of Domino!

"The real lover of cats is one who demands a clearer adjustment to the universe than ordinary household platitudes provi...
14/06/2025

"The real lover of cats is one who demands a clearer adjustment to the universe than ordinary household platitudes provide; one who refuses to swallow the sentimental notion that all good people love dogs, children, and horses while all bad people dislike and are disliked by such." - H.P. Lovecraft

Introducing the next round of babies! Dyson and Hoover! While these two could go together, they are also social and confident enough to be able to go on their own. They are the leaders of the pack and ready to jump in on all the fun! These two will also be at out Adoption Outreach tomorrow, June 14th between 12-4!

Meet our love-bug tuxedo brothers, Hoover and Dyson. They were born on March 26.

Hoover and Dyson love everyone and everything in their orbit. Given their names, that does include dinner time, though with 7 siblings, one must race to get to dinner

Both boys are playful, energetic, confident, super social and love love love your lap when their zoom zoom zoomies are over.

They know no strangers, including adult cats, toddlers, and even the small dog in their foster home. To be fair, they probably haven't noticed she is not another cat.

A novel addition to their foster home is a black cat named Orion (also listed) who roamed the streets as recently as 3 months ago, but it was so endearing to watch our kittens literally swarm him with love. He was startled at first but immediately began grooming them and allowing them into a big cuddle puddle wherever he plops. So heartwarming! The initial surge of kittens was, of course, led by Dyson and Hoover.

It would be lovely if the boys could be adopted together (or with Orion), but not necessary. They are both social and confident enough to adjust to any new home. They would thrive in a home with other friendly cats and/or where they can get lots of love and attention.

If you think either Dyson or Hoover (or perhaps both) would be a purrfect fit into your heart and home, please contact Laura at 540-272-3506.

Just a fun reminder that we are going to have cuties on deck this weekend between 12 - 4! Petco is also doing something ...
13/06/2025

Just a fun reminder that we are going to have cuties on deck this weekend between 12 - 4!

Petco is also doing something extra fun for this one and setting up a Cat-centric tasting event between 2-4! So you can come play with cuties and get a special treat for any babies you have at home!

"Kittens are angels with whiskers."We have the first of our new kittens ready to find her furever home! Meet Tofu! Tofu ...
13/06/2025

"Kittens are angels with whiskers."

We have the first of our new kittens ready to find her furever home! Meet Tofu! Tofu is such a sweetheart. She is a little shy, but warms up very quickly. Or at least she did when I got the pleasure to meet her recently. That nose is ready for those kisses! Just look at that face!

Meet our little black and white Tofu with an adorable smudge under her nose. She was born 3/26/2025

Tofu can be a little shy with strangers at first, but is otherwise a very playful, energetic and curious girl. She loves to dash and tumble with her siblings, and we feel she would be happier in a home with one of them or another playful young cat. Tofu is confident and independent but does seek out your lap for cuddles and naps when playtime is over.

Tofu does very well with other cats. She has not been around kiddos or dogs, but we feel she is confident enough to adjust after an appropriate introduction process.

If you feel our adorable Tofu would be a good fit into your heart and home, please contact Laura at 540-272-3506.

"Let me rest. I have a busy life of sleeping, grooming, and plotting."Look at this gorgeous mini black panther, Oscar! T...
10/06/2025

"Let me rest. I have a busy life of sleeping, grooming, and plotting."

Look at this gorgeous mini black panther, Oscar! This wiley cat is looking for his furever home, potentially with some plant parents?! He loves spending time in the garden and gets along great with his other cats companions. He does have a bit of that sassy cat-itude so would need a cat savvy person.

Oscar is a smart, friendly and sassy guy. Up until a couple of years ago he was living outside on his own and is now enjoying the comforts of also going indoors and having fosters and cat friends who love him. Oscar's exact age is unknown, but estimated to be 8-10 years old. He currently shares a space with two other cats (male and female) and gets along well with both and loves to play and snuggle with Rudy (also available to adopt!). He LOVES to play with toys and also garden with his foster Mom and hang out with her while she's working on art.

Oscar's ideal home would be one with cat savvy adopters that are used to "cat-itude". He is very friendly and loves to be around his people and to be pet but he can get sassy and a bit feisty on occasion when he's not getting his way. Having been a cat that was outside for multiple years, Oscar does enjoy the ability to go outside for short periods of time. He would be very happy having the ability to go and lounge in a very safe and secure cat-proof yard or a catio. Oscar does well with other cats with proper slow introductions, but cannot be in a home with dogs or young children (the cattitude!). He is now litterbox trained since coming into care, but can be particular about placements of litterboxes and also sharing. With multiple litterbox options he is good to go

"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." - Eleanor Roosevelt Sparkle just seems to have ...
10/06/2025

"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." - Eleanor Roosevelt

Sparkle just seems to have that same spark that Eleanor did, that poise. She loves to give love and tends to be a night owl. During the day she can be found laying in the sun, soaking up the warmth. At night, outside of playing and showing off all the energy she has, she likes to curl up against your legs.

Sparkle is a 9-year-old beauty.

This regal lady loves to cuddle and play as well as listen to music and watching tv, too. She is great with dogs as well as young children. They love playing with the 8-year-old in their current home. She also loves to sleep beside you in bed, whether it's behind your knees or by your head.

She is an indoor only cat and is house trained.

Whatcom Feline Alliance is one of the great rescues nearby that we have helped in the past. If you have interest in help...
09/06/2025

Whatcom Feline Alliance is one of the great rescues nearby that we have helped in the past. If you have interest in helping them with Wolfy, or any other foster situation, please reach out. Fosters help so much with getting animals decompressed and allows for their real personality to shine through.

Serotonin Sunday brought to you by Smokey, now known as Figg!"Just over a week in, and Smokey, now lovingly renamed Figg...
08/06/2025

Serotonin Sunday brought to you by Smokey, now known as Figg!

"Just over a week in, and Smokey, now lovingly renamed Figg (aka Figgy, Figgs), is settling in beautifully. He’s the sweetest little guy and truly a joy to have around. ❤️

In his first days, he followed us everywhere, rubbing on everything and exploring every corner. He greets us with happy meows and tail flicks when we come home, makes lots of biscuits (especially on us!), and has picked out a few favourite nap spots, the bench by the front door (his throne now!), under the bed on fabric bins, and even a shelf in the bookcase.

He adores chin scritches and melts into our hands when we give them. Sunbathing on windowsills and watching birds (we set up a feeder for him!) are fast becoming favourite activities. He’s also a fan of fish and mouse videos on TV, he tries so hard to stay awake while watching. 😊 He’s a bit of a lazy player for now, but enjoys the feather wand, the bell cylinder, and the plastic springs from the goody bag. Catnip spray brings out a burst of energy! He also loves the salmon and tuna flavoured squeeze-up tubes.

Figg’s appetite was a bit low at first, likely from stress, and when he began vomiting Thursday night, we took him to the vet Friday. His exam, bloodwork, and urinalysis all came back normal. He was mildly dehydrated, so they gave him fluids, an anti-nausea med, and an appetite stimulant, along with some vet-recommended wet food. Thankfully, the vomiting stopped, and he was then eating his proper amount afterwards. We’re now offering both wet and dry food to help him get enough and figure out what he likes best.

He’s not yet comfortable with brushing, he gently moves away, but just as his foster parents noted, he’s incredibly mild-mannered (the vet said the same!), and we don’t mind at all. Each day, he gets a little more vocal, follows us around more, and is starting to respond to his new name.

We’re so glad he’s with us, and we’re really looking forward to the weeks and months ahead as he continues to settle in. ❤️"

We love hearing from you, no matter how little or how much time has passed. Thank you for opening your hearts and home to one of our own.

Just a reminder for everyone! We are having another Adoption Outreach next weekend! June 14th between noon and 4. Petco ...
08/06/2025

Just a reminder for everyone! We are having another Adoption Outreach next weekend! June 14th between noon and 4.

Petco is also going to be doing a cat-centric food tasting! So feel free to grab a free sample while supplies last as a fun treat for your furry friend!

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