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The following animals are NOT at BARC Shelter. They are listed here as a courtesy. For more information or to adopt, please use the contact information provided within each listing.

Cat Fostering Needed

If interested in fostering Jeeves and Lulu, please contact Jen at jennifer.straus@gmail.com

Jeeves (male) and Lulu (female) are 2-year old BARC-adoptees in need of a loving foster home while I'm abroad on a long-term work assignment (late September-mid May). Both are in excellent health, very people-friendly and litter-box trained. They are fairly laid-back cats for youngsters, though they love chasing laser toys and the occasional wrestling match. Lulu is approximately 8 lbs, and the more cuddly of the two--she'll often snuggle at night and has recently become a lap-cat, though she doesn't like to be carried. Jeeves is around 12 lbs, and is not a cuddler, though he is incredibly easy-going (he goes completely limp if you pick him up).

If you have a balcony or back-yard, they both like to spend a little time in the sun, with supervision, but are primarily indoor cats. They are used to spending the majority of the day time on their own. They are not accustomed to being around other animals, so it would probably be better for them to live with people who do not have pets of their own. I have put aside funds to cover their food, litter and other basic needs for the time that I will be away, and I am looking for an incredibly generous person to take care of these two while I'm gone. I have thought long and hard about ways to bring them with me, but it's simply not possible under the circumstances.

If interested in adopting Mimi, please contact Angela at angelproduction1@earthlink.net.

Mimi is a 6 year old Shih Tzu, about 20 lbs. She is housetrained, up to date on shots, spayed and very, very sweet and quiet. She is a real lap dog and that is exactly what she wants from her new person - a seat on their lap and lots of love. She will actually grumble if you don't pick her up or hold her in your lap.

She does not know how to play with toys, is very obedient and was disciplined by an overly strict owner. Loud voices and yelling scare her. Sometimes if you go to pet her, she is fearful. She gets along with other dogs, but is needy and wants attention for herself. I think the ideal home is a quiet one where a person will give her the attention she desires. It would be good if the person worked from home or was not away from home for long hours.

Mimi has had a litter and so she is a little chubby. She needs to be walked in order to help her lose weight. She enjoys being outdoors even if it is only sitting. She is very loyal and devoted and is looking for an person who is likewise. She has a couple of cysts on back - but they are not cancerous and she is healthy.

I am happy to foster Mimi until I find the perfect home. I have Mimi's sister and her son Lucky so if the person wanted to stay in touch that would be very much appreciated.

If interested in adopting Senator, please contact Anne afternoons or evenings at anne.burge@gmail.com.

Senator is a 2-1/2 year old, 25 lb Cockalier (Cavalier King Charles/ Cocker Spaniel mix) . He's a very sweet dog, but he needs more space, more activity, and more training than I can afford right now. He is extremely healthy and well-trained, considering he came from a shelter with no formal training or socialization. I am glad I was able to do so much for him, but I feel it's time he find a more suited forever home.

Senator is neutered and up-to-date on his shots. He is house broken, crate trained and knows basic commands. He lives with 2 cats and will play with other dogs once he gets to know them. He's also a great jogging companion.

He would do great in a home with another dog and a cocker spaniel experienced owner.

If interested in adopting Bella, please contact Caleb at freesecc@squadup.net.

Bella is a female Pitbull mix between 1-2 years old and about 45 lbs. I found her abandoned in a park, just before they were going to take her to the city shelter. I've been taking care of her since then.

Bella gets along fine with my other female pit mix, is great with people, good at walking, not aggressive around food, and house trained. She's in great health. She's also good size for a pit mix--not too big. I took her to the dog run and she did great. She sometimes got a bit too excited, but nothing to make me worry. She just needs some time getting used to a life of.....not being abandoned.

Please give this lovely girl a new home.

If interested in adopting Hope, please contact Armin at arminla@gmail.com.

We need to find a new home for our dog Hope because our landlord won't let us keep her. We would like to find a new loving home and family for her.

A little background on Hope. She is a 2 year old pit bull boxer mix who is loving and a little hyper but very obediant. She know all the usual commands (sit, stay, lay down, shake) and then some. She knows how to roll over and fetch her leash! Hope has been spayed and is up
to date on rabies and other vaccinations including lyme. She is extremely social with people. She plays nice with other dogs, however she does have a slightly dominant personality.

She has mild skin allergies which we treat with benydryl when they flare up. She has had surgery on her left hind leg for a torn ligament in her knee,but has had a 100% recovery with no lasting effects other than a scar.

All around she is a great dog, and this is a last resort as we have exhausted all other options including trying to find a new apartment with no luck. Please give Hope a new loving home. She is a really great dog.

If interested in adopting Pearl, please contact lois@earthlink.net, or
917-703-0031.

I am fostering Pearl until she gets her forever home. She is a playful, healthy spayed cat who is as sweet as she looks. I've been told she would do best in a home as the only cat or with kittens. She is always purring and 'making biscuits.' Definitely a love bug who likes to snuggle! And she has a mohawk down her back! How cool is that!

If you are interested in adopting PJ, please contact Marcus at: webswingr@hotmail.com.

PJ is a 7 year old mutt (lab mix) with lots of energy and the intelligence of a food ninja. He is an average sized dog weighing about 60 lbs. I picked up PJ a little over 6 years ago at a New Jersey farm. I trained him myself. He follows voice and hand commands very well. PJ loves snacks and you should be alert when leaving food unattended.

What's best for PJ is an active household with someone responsible enough to give him at least a daily workout. He grew up with access to lots of land and going on runs with me. He also enjoys fetching and playing tug-of-war. As life has progressed I have not been able to keep up this life style with him.

Socially he gets along with other dogs very well. Cats I am not sure of. He grew up with a cat but has not been around cats in over 3 years and seems to react to them like most dogs. He loves the dog park. He isn't outwardly friendly with dogs but other dogs love him. Some dogs become a little obsessed with him. As for kids, he can be good around them in the right setting. Once he is introduced to people he is fine. He can be alertive or protective at times. In the house he is more of an alert dog. If he hears a doorbell go off or a knock at the door he will bark, nothing obsessive. I never let him on furniture so it is not a habit of his but if you invite him, he may join you. He is also house broken and very good at letting you know if he really needs to go.

Medically he is great. Never had any complications. He is current with all his shots and was neutered as a pup. Basically he is a great dog who needs more attention than I can give him. I would love for him to be with a household that can provide him with activity and attention that he needs.

If you are interested in adopting or meeting Max, please contact Katie at mustloveskt@yahoo.com.

Max is a male Golden Retriever, who is 8 years old. He is neutered and has all his shots. He’s been with me since he was a puppy, but recently my five-year-old daughter has been diagnosed with asthma, and keeping Max in the house is no longer an option for us. Max needs a new home and would particularly like a family because he loves kids.

He is trained, very obedient, and has never been destructive in any way. He is quiet throughout the day and only lets out an occasional bark when someone is at the door. Max is the type of dog that loves company, and shows himself to be a very loyal and sweet pet. He has truly all of the positive qualities of a golden retriever. Please give Max a new loving home.

If you are interested in adopting Olive, please contact Linda at lindawilliams3000@verizon.net.

Olive was found in East New York on the street with a broken leg at age 4 months. Her leg was set and she is fine now and is looking for a home.

She is now approx. 6-7 months old and is lively, extremely cute and weighs about 8 pounds. She is fine with cats and other dogs. If someone is serious about adopting her, I am willing to bring her to BARC shelter so he/she can see her.

If you are interested in adopting Poohkat, please contact Sarah at sarah@sarahelewis.net.

Poohkat has been with me since she was a kitten. My mother in Texas has several cats, and sometimes takes in cats that need homes. Poohkat came from an entire litter left at our vet. She is half Persian, half Manx. She has no tail, is very beautiful, and is full gray. I adore her. I adopted her with her brother, Tiggerkat, but he had to be put down due to heart issues as a kitten. (My mom can't take her because she already has 10 cats, and thus she has to leave her outside a lot. That would make Poohkat very unhappy - I know because we tried.)

They were together for six months of their lives, and he is the only cat I have ever seen her bond with. I tried to adopt a Persian adult and they did not get along. And she has been with me eight years, she will be nine in May.

I need a nice home for her - a single cat residence where she can be adored and adore back. She is feisty - she likes to play outside, but also is very loving and very affectionate when she decides to be. She likes to play with fast-moving strings and feathers, if she is in the mood!

She likes to go in and out of my backyard in Brooklyn, but depends upon a consistent bed to sleep on, and her water and food being full. She is not overweight, but it makes her feel secure that it sits there. I am very upset to be giving her up, but my boyfriend, who is now my partner, is very allergic. It is a very hard situation for me. I am moving in with him next week.

She does have a lot of hair so she needs to be groomed. And I keep about four lint rollers around. Besides that, she is pretty current on her shots, and has never had any medical issues except some digestion sensitivities that have to do more with so much hair.

Please contact me if you are interested in adopting my beautiful friend.

If you are interested in adopting Bahia, please contact Patricia at batipato2000@yahoo.com with the subject: Bahia's new home.

Bahia is a sweet, playful and healthy cat. She has beautiful long black hair and white spots on her feet and nose. I have had Bahia for almost 6 years. She has received all all of the necessary shots and was spayed when we adopted her from a shelter in Long Island. She is used to being the only pet in the house, but I have a feeling she would love other pet company. She is shy at first, but once she gets used to the space she loves to interact, roll around on the ground, and be petted. She has never damaged any of the furniture in my house.

If you are interested in adopting Fish, please contact Alona at pablokitty@gmail.com.

Fish is a 5 year old neutered tabby. I took him in when I saw him wandering the streets in my Brooklyn neighborhood. He started following me home (he is a real people cat!) and I didn't have the heart to leave him outdoors. We tried to locate owners but no one claimed him. Fish has been living with our family and has brought us a lot of joy. But unfortunately it's time for him to find a "forever home". We already have cats and two children so we are at our max. We are sad to have to part ways but know that we don't truly have enough time for him right now.

Fish is fully vetted and has always been healthy. He has a lot of energy and would do well with a family that has a lot of time to devote to him. He gets along fine with our other cats but would also do well in a home where he gets all the human attention.

Fish has been a big part of our lives - we want to ensure that he goes to a great home. We look forward to meeting you - thanks for thinking of a rescued cat!!

If you would like more information about Jonas and Bear, please contact Sara at saragetman@hotmail.com.

I'm looking for a home for 2 cats. I am catsitting and the owner can't / won't take them back and I can't keep them.

Their names are Jonas and Bear. They are 3 and 4 years old. They are males and have been neutered. They are healthy, use the litterbox and are really kind and loving.

If you would like to adopt Mimi and Fiddle, please contact Jessica at jsscdb@yahoo.com.

Hello, we are Mimi and Fiddle. We are brother and sister, and are looking for our forever home together. We are seven years old, have our claws, and we have both been spayed/neutered. We are up to date on our shots, and are as healthy as horses! We are both orange and white long-haired cats. Fiddle is pictured in the plant pot, and Mimi--standing.

We were born on a pool cover in Franklin Lakes, NJ. Although we do like our foster home, we are ready to find a home that is perfect for us!

We love to play with balls and laser pens and we also really like toys that dangle. We’re playful but we’re also pretty lazy. We love to sit on the window sill and watch the birds, or lay at the foot of your reclining chair while you watch TV. We also like to sit in the bathroom while you shower, we love the steam! Sometimes we even like to have our mom wet our heads for us.

We’re very lovable but we’re not lap cats, and we don’t like to be picked up for very long. Mom says we should be your only pets, and she only wants us to go to someone with previous cat experience. She also said we’re best at a home without small children. Our foster mom sure has a lot of stipulations but she says it’s because we deserve our perfect forever home, and she won’t settle for anything less.

If you wish to adopt Petrucchio, please contact Rayna at raynahuber@hotmail.com.

I am a 50 lb, 6-year old, neutered male, mixed-breed who needs a new home. I am extremely affectionate, love to play, and want nothing more than to bewith my family, other family dogs, and protect my family. However, I have difficulty with strangers and kids. I am up-to-date on all my shots. My perfect home is a loving single person or couple who does not have young kids and has experience with dogs.

For more information about Sugar or to adopt her, please contact Avri at avri_b@yahoo.com.

I found this dog abandoned last week. I call her Sugar and have been fostering her, but can't keep her. She is a small pitbull mix, female, unfixed, around one year old. I don't know her medical history at all, but she seems healthy and is flea-free. She is maybe 25 pounds and looks full-grown. She is housetrained but not housebroken. She is extremely sweet, friendly, and energetic. She plays well with other dogs but is not great with cats. She shows a bit of aggression around food but is otherwise submissive. She's very eager to please and is very trainable. She stays mostly out of the crate I have for her and doesn't seem destructive at all.