Corey
Born in August 2010, Corey is a neutered male, white with few dark patches (head, tail). He is very friendlyto people, is a lovebug and likes to cuddle. Corey loves to play and gets along well with other cats though he does enjoy being on his own. He doesn't seem bothered by or show much interest in the dogs that visit. The research on Corey involved potential exposure to Bartonella, the organism responsible for cat scratch disease. The lab he came from reported that he has with no known clinical disease as a result. It seems that he may carry the herpes virus (not contagious to humans) though he has no symptoms and is otherwise healthy.
Nessa Rose (Leonardo)
Nessa Rose was named Leonardo when she came from the lab...she needed a new name! Nessa Rose is a spayed female, white with dark tail and patches on head/face. Born in August 2010, she is very friendly to people, enjoys playing in water and likes to "help" do the dishes. If you are using a cat brush to clean hair off the cat bed, she will insist that you brush her instead. Nessa Rose gets along with the other cats and especially likes Sybil and Rainbow. She doesn't seem bothered by or show much interest in the dogs that visit. The research on Nessa Rose involved potential exposure to Bartonella, the organism responsible for cat scratch disease, though she is healthy, with no known clinical disease.
Rainbow
Rainbow, aka MJ Rainbow, is a spayed female, calico with white. The MJ stands for Ming Jr, because shelooks like another Kindness cat, Ming Ming (aka Ping Pong). Rainbow is very playful though selective withher kitty friends (she loves Sybil & Nessa Rose). You can pet her but she's not keen on being held (she'sworking on it). Born in August 2010, Rainbow doesn't seem bothered by or show much interest in the dogsthat visit. Rainbow has an adorable squeaky purr. The research on Rainbow involved potential exposure toBartonella, the organism responsible for cat scratch disease, though she is healthy, with no known clinical disease.
Sarah
Born in August 2010, Sarah is a spayed female, grey/brown tiger with a white bib. She is quite shy though she likes to watch what people are up to. She gets along with the other cats and will play (mostly with thesmaller females) but she does enjoy being on her own. Sarah loves wet food day! Her favorite place to hangout is on the top of the back of the couch. She doesn't seem bothered by or show much interest in the dogsthat visit. Her best kitty friend is Sybil. We have yet to hear Sarah purr. The research on Sarah involvedpotential exposure to Bartonella though she is healthy, with no known clinical disease.
Kramer
Leppy’s name out of the lab was Branson...but he just seems like a Leppy! Born in June 2011, he is a neutered male, black mackerel tabby with a white bib. This big boy is very friendly. He likes to hang out on the porch inside cat run. Leppy will wait to greet the staff on arrival and will come out to greet visitors as well. He will seek you out for attention and enjoys a good playful belly rub. Leppy likes to hug and will put his "arms" around you, just be ready for his "love-bites" when he gets excited. Visits from the dogs don't seem to faze him. Leppy's research involved anaplasma and/or ehrlichia (tick-born diseases) and is now a healthy kitty.
Leppy(Branson)
Leppy’s name out of the lab was Branson...but he just seems like a Leppy! Born in June 2011, he is a neutered male, black mackerel tabby with a white bib. This big boy is very friendly. He likes to hang out on the porch inside cat run. Leppy will wait to greet the staff on arrival and will come out to greet visitors as well. He will seek you out for attention and enjoys a good playful belly rub. Leppy likes to hug and will put his "arms" around you, just be ready for his "love-bites" when he gets excited. Visits from the dogs don't seem to faze him. Leppy's research involved anaplasma and/or ehrlichia (tick-born diseases) and is now a healthy kitty.
Dotti
When Dottie came to Kindness Ranch in November 2012, it took her awhile to make new cat friends. She quickly discovered the cat run & really likes to hide under the big boulder. She will let you pet her if you move slow. Could she be the cat for you?
Sybil
Born in June 2011, Sybil came to Kindness Ranch in September a year later. Used in a study involving ticks, her health is regardless excellent. Sybil loves people and want you to think about adopting her!
Chester
Chester is one of the ten six month-old kittens who came to the sanctuary in August 2012. Chester’s favorite place is on the bed, waiting to snuggle with you. He’s a kisser, not a biter, and is very playful.
Willy
Willy is one of the ten six month-old kittens who came to the sanctuary in August 2012. He’s on the small side and is very friendly. Willy is an active cat who loves to play.
Ping Pong
Ping Pong is also sometimes called "MingMing". She's very out going and friendly. She can jump very high. You can hold her briefly. Some of her other hobbies include canned food and water sports.
Bianca
Bianca (or sometimes Gucci) is a still a little shy. She hides in the cat tunnel, will come out if it's quiet. If she's not in the tunnel, look for her in the closet.
C.E.
C.E. [Nickname Sissy or Sis] just loves to be brushed or hang out with other cats. Her favorite place is with her baby blanket by the window, and she likes visitors too. She will run by them and slow down to get a pet or two.
Baretta
Baretta was a pet food research cat. Upon arrival at the ranch, she was very shy. Today, she has gained greatly in confidence and enjoys a gentle touch. She has some neurological and tendon problems that prevent her from straightening out one of her paws so her gait is a little unusual. But that doesn’t prevent Baretta from playing with the laser light --- a beloved game for her! She will enjoy a loving home to call her own.
