Ringo and Valentine

We adopted Ringo 16 years ago, when he was 2. The adoption fair was at the Old Towne Alexandria school for dogs! Ringo is going to be 18 in May. Ringo and my son, Scott (22 now) grew up together. Ringo was the "show and tell" in my son's class every year from K-6th grade! Valentine came 2 years ago, when we love our beloved Rose..(a FFGW cat too). Valentine is now 7 years old. She is a ball of energy and she keeps Ringo young! We love them both, they are a joy!! - Laurie

Ernest

Ernest is a very special cat in that he is a polydactyl (extra toes), and he has an amazing personality. We discussed that a cat would be a perfect companion for my niece who was about to graduate from med school and move to Texas to do her residency. But there was a problem. Ernest was found to have a heart problem that would require daily medication (a tiny pill) and sadly probably shorten his life. Fortunately for Ernest, the new Dr. was willing to take him anyway; after all he would be in good hands. Ernest put on his cowboy hat and moved to Texas. Her fiancée moved as well. Well Ernest, with all his charm, and my niece's fiancée have become best pals. Ernest has been dubbed “The Best Cat Ever.” Ernest is now a Texan getting Texas size love everyday.
Thank-you Feline Foundation for giving Ernest a chance to have a purrrrrrr-fect family. - Bonnie

Polly

In 2009 we brought 1 1/2-year old Polly home to our family of two adults, a teenager, an 8-year-old dog, and two parakeets. She settled in with the humans immediately. It took exactly eight weeks for Polly to establish her status with the dog of the house, who had never lived with a cat and did not have good manners. She cleverly asserted her place by cautiously advancing on, and proceeding to drink from, his water bowl while watching him carefully. She continues to drink from his bowl daily. They are now able to share the sunny spot at the front door, and enjoy boisterous play. Polly comes along with the family for beach vacations. She is content to remain in the beach house. She sleeps in our bed each night and enjoys spending time in our screen porch watching birds. She is a lovely, sweet, gentle girl and we are all in love with her. Thanks, FFGW for saving Polly! - Frances

SOFIE

Sofie was adopted in September, 2008. She spent the first week or so under the sofa, but was able to establish very quickly who was in charge – I spent much of that week lying on my stomach on the floor in front of the sofa waving feathery toys at her. I found out from FFGW that Sofie had never been seen playing. I can testify that that has certainly changed. She especially loves paper balls (naturally, since I spent ridiculous amounts of money buying special plastic and straw and fur and wood balls!) and is a fantastic leaper and catcher-in-mid-air. The bottom line is that Sofie has definitely landed on all four furry feet in a place where she is loved and – I must confess – indulged. I am working on my cat parenting skills, but it may be too late…
-Frances

SAMANTHA and GABY

Samantha was initially named Laura. She likes to “help” with any project and is a faithful companion. She enjoys hiding under her kitty quilt and playing with her sister Gaby. Samantha prefers to have her coat combed rather than brushed and loves to be kissed on the cheek. She is a gracious hostess and welcomes guests. She will be two years old in July.

Gaby (short for Gabrielle) started her life with the name Marilyn. She is a curious, independent girl and loves to spend time exploring outdoors in sun, rain, sleet, or snow. She is very relaxed and will show her tummy to almost anyone. She likes to have her coat brushed and likes kisses on the back of the neck. When she drinks water, her right paw must go into the bowl. Gaby will be two years old in July.
- Jane

TUCKER AND SWEETIE

Tucker (big white and orange male) and Sweetie (tiny white and black female) I adopted from FFGW a couple of years ago. Both cats are happy and extremely spoiled (as evidenced by Tucker's sizable haunches!) I live in a three story condominium that the cats explore thoroughly each day when chasing each other, talking to birds, harassing bugs, etc. There are also many places to investigate, their favorites being the ones not meant for cats. They get along great despite the size difference, as long as Tucker remembers that Sweetie is in charge. In addition to their friendliness they also make me laugh, which can be very therapeutic at the end of a long day. I am very happy to have them in my life.
- Elliot

PIPER AND MARLEY

We adopted these two siblings after losing our beloved cat, Winston, 3 weeks shy of his 20th birthday. We turned to the Feline Foundation for assistance in adopting and I am delighted we did. These little darlings were on the brink of disaster when Martha Reitman, a foster volunteer, took them in and bottle fed them. Piper and Marley are now 6 months old and have brought so much joy to us. They continue to be very curious and adore chasing each other. They also enjoy getting up at 6:30 a.m. for breakfast! We are so grateful to the Feline Foundation and Martha Reitman for the ease of this adoption.
- Judy

DAKOTA

Dakota has gone big time since being adopted in summer 2008! He moved from a two bedroom apartment to a two story big house, making the transition easily. Dakota enjoys stair-climbing, running down the big hallway, and sliding on the wooden floors. "Baby Daks", our term of endearment, also loves to drink water from the tap and lie on our chest to sleep at night. Daks also loves company and is the life of the party when we entertain. He owns this house. We cannot imagine our life without "Baby Daks".

Thank you FFGW for rescuing Dakota! Dakota is the joy of our lives. We give him the best because he deserves the best!
-Cindy and Richard

PIXIE

I had to send this to you. It is priceless! Pixie is the BEST kitten and we are so happy to have added her to our family. Thanks so much!

-Catherine

SPIKE

Spike was adopted by us on March 28, 2008. He is shamelessly devoted to me in particular, but spreads his affection to all members of the family, including the dogs. His favorite toy is a Q-tip. Q-tips make him bonkers.

Spike has to be in the middle of whatever I am doing. Last summer I was sewing tote bags to fund-raise for the FFGW and discovered Spike's love of sewing (see photo). Spike's personality continues to unfold in beautiful and mysterious ways.
-Sew