Patches

My story

Meet Essie and Patches, two incredibly special girls with a deep bond forged through hardship, healing, and heart. Essie is a chatty, outgoing tuxedo girl and Patches is a demure, reserved girl with beautiful white fur and brown tabby patches. Together, they’re a perfect pair of opposites who complete one another! These brave mamas were rescued from life on the streets of Chicago, both pregnant and both in need of emergency C-sections. They both went through days of painful labor to bring their babies into the world! Essie and Patches met for the first time as they recovered from their surgeries side by side in the same foster home. While they recuperated and cared for their babies together they formed a deep and inseparable bond ♥ These girls supported one another through their difficult recovery and even co-parented their kittens together. It was so adorable to see their five kittens raised together as siblings, nursing from both moms interchangeably. From the moment they met, Essie and Patches became each other’s safe space—and now that their kittens are grown up, they’re ready to find a forever home together! Like many iconic best friend duos, Essie and Patches are total opposites in all the best ways. Essie is the extrovert: a chatty, affectionate, velcro cat who adores attention, lap time, and people of all kinds. She will happily tell you her life story, show off her acrobatic toy-catching skills, and follow you from room to room with her constant purring and little chirps of commentary. She's very laid back and even lets you trim her nails with no complaints! Patches, on the other hand, is the gentle introvert of the pair. She’s sweet but shy and she's still a bit scared of people, so she’ll need a gentle, patient adopter who can give her time and space to feel safe. Once she knows she’s secure, she enjoys soft pets and quiet companionship. Patches is sometimes startled by fast movement or loud noises and will let you know by hissing, but she’s not aggressive. Essie helps her feel brave and shows her that people are safe – the quickest way to Patches’ heart is through Essie! Patches carefully watches Essie to see if situations are safe before she approaches. It is so sweet to see how much trust is between these two! Essie is easy-going and would thrive in any home, including one with gentle children. However, Patches would do best in a calm and peaceful environment with adults only or older, cat-savvy kids who understand her need for patience and respect. Patches will need an adopter who understands her quirks and that she will likely never be a lap cat. Both girls would likely do well with other resident cats as long as they are given a proper, slow introduction. Most importantly, as long as these two have each other they’ll be happy. Their foster mom has seen how much joy they bring each other every single day. They snuggle, groom one another, chirp back and forth in sweet little conversations, and move through the world as one beautiful, balanced team. These girls have been through so much, but they’ve never stopped loving—their kittens, each other, their caretakers….and maybe next, you? They are ready for their next chapter: a safe, loving forever home where they can leave their hard beginnings behind. Essie and Patches will fill your home with affection, resilience, quiet strength, and so much love.  WE DO NOT HAVE A PHYSICAL LOCATION AS WE ARE A FOSTER-BASED ORGANIZATION.  PLEASE SUBMIT AN APPLICATION TO BE IMMEDIATELY CONNECTED TO A SCREENER. Apply at online application (catsfff.org/adopt) View all of our adoptable cats here (catsfff.org/cats) Our adoption fees are listed here (catsfff.org/adoption-fees) ##2384668##

If you have any questions or would like to adopt Patches, please reach out to the adoption group directly. PetSmart Charities does not facilitate the adoption process. Thank you.