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Galileo and Kepler

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Renamed, of course 😊 – I adopted Galileo and Kepler in November of 2023 (their shelter names were Elvis and Priscilla), and they are thriving and living their best cat lives!

They were both fraidy cats, of course, and it took them a good 8 months or so to really get comfortable and learn to trust. Kepler, perhaps even a little longer. But now they have the run of the house (inside only, of course), and are the most playful and well-behaved cats ever.

They share everything, from toys to beds to cat trees and even their food. I swear, a can of wet food tends to go half-and-half, and if only one of them eats at a time, they always eat about half and leave half for the other. It’s surreal!

With the occasional exception, they both like to sleep on my feet or between my ankles on top of the bed (they’re not so much into exploring under the comforter), and they’ll tend to nap in whatever room I happen to be in. During the day, for the most part, they love to sit on the front window sill and judge the neighborhood.

Adopting them was one of the best ideas ever.

Some pictures – Galileo is the Siamese, and Kepler is the dilute tortie.

Christopher

GiveBIG 2026 Update – May 5, 5:30am

GiveBIG 2026 Update – May 5, 5:30am

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As the evening comes to a close and with it, GiveBIG 2026, we are once again in awe of and humbled by your support and generosity which have allowed us to raise $xx,xxx.

Geena – Fortitude

At just two years old, sleek, black Geena should have been enjoying life as a House Panther, instead of being abandoned at a homeless camp, left to fend for herself. Even worse, she had suffered a devastating injury. One of her front legs was severely wounded, with exposed bone and an infection setting in. Alone, cold, hungry, and painful, her days may have been numbered.

Everything changed when a compassionate rescuer stepped in. Geena received urgent medical care, including the lifesaving amputation of her injured leg. Once gently settled in at MEOW, she experienced comfort—relief from pain, regular meals, a warm bed, and the steady care she had been needing for so long.

Geena grew stronger each day and she quickly became a shelter favorite. When volunteer Leigh visited with Geena, she had no idea that the grief in her own heart from the recent loss of her beloved cat might be soothed by this very special soul. Something in her shifted. They went home together the very next day.  Perhaps the pain and adversity they both had experienced helped create that special bond.

Geena, now renamed Lenore Nevermore, has truly found her place. Despite everything she endured, she is gentle, trusting, and full of love. As Leigh shares, “We love her so much—and judging by her constant requests for belly rubs, she loves us too.”

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Ruth Bader Ginspurr

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Hi!

I was there a few weekends ago and left with Dinah, who we have renamed to Ruth Bader Ginspurr.

She is thriving. She loves posing for photos and climbing on all the structures we’ve installed for her. She is so playful and talkative and sassy. It’s been so much fun getting to know her big personality. She already runs our house.

I just wanted to send a message thanking you again for all that you do. We couldn’t be happier to have found this little old lady.

Brittany

Eliza (aka Gigi)

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Hi, it’s Cate! Just wanted to send an update on Eliza (who was Gigi at the Meow rescue)!

She is so much fun, so loves to talk to me and play with wand toys. She loves climbing around the cat tree, and is really enjoying the birds coming out as we move into spring. She loves having her tummy pet, and has started cuddling in bed with me too.

She is just a perfect lady, and I’m so happy you all helped connect us to her!

5K Fun Run

5K Fun Run

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5K Fun Run
Hosted by Cat Running & MEOW

5K Fun Run
Hosted by Cat Running & MEOW

MEOW’s 5K Fun Run

MEOW’s 5K Fun Run

Memories and Results of a Fun Event

Memories and Results of a Fun Event
Saturday, April 19 – Marymoor Park, Redmond

A huge shout out and thank you to everyone who participated and volunteered, especially our friends at CAT Running for making this event possible.
See you next year.

5K Fun Run Results

5K Fun Run Results

CAT Running MEOW 2025 5K ResultsDownload PDF

 If you ran the run, but aren’t in these results, contact us at reply@meowcatrescue.org with when you finished, as an estimate. 

Use the arrows in the top left corner to scroll between pages.

Meeka (aka Misa)

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Looking for Magpie & Stelly Jelly’s Story? Try https://meowcatrescue.org/magpie-stellars-jay-aka-stelly-jelly/

To all the lovely staff at Meow,

Misa is such a bundle of love, and we adore her! She is adapting well to our home and being a part of the family.

Thank you for all of your help and kindness in supporting us through the process of finding the right kitty for our family. Here are some pictures of Misa, who we have renamed “Meeka” <3

Sincerely,
Carly

Santa Photos

Santa Photos

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Santa Photos

Commemorate this holiday season and support the animals of MEOW with a picture of your pet, your children, (and you?) with Santa.

For a $20 donation you will receive a printed photo on site and access to online digital images. Safety first, so pets must be restrained, either on a leash or in a carrier.

Many thanks to Mud Bay, Ladd & Lass Brewing and Seattle Veterinary Associates, for supporting Santa photos again this year.

You can be a Santa too, by bringing your pet food donations for MEOW’s Little Pet Pantry, which asks visitors to “Give what you can ~ Take what you need”.

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Dates & Locations

Date Time Location
11/29/25 12-3 pmBallard Mud Bay
11/30/25 12-3 pmIssaquah Mud Bay
12/06/25 12-3 pmSammamish Mud Bay
12/07/2512-3 pm Overlake Mud Bay
12/13/2512-3 pmRoosevelt Mud Bay
12/14/2512-3 pmLynnwood West Mud Bay
12/20/2512-3 pmSammamish Mud Bay
12/21/25 12-3 pmRedmond Mud Bay
12/21/253-5 pmLadd & Lass Brewing, Seattle

Dates & Locations
Date/Time Location
11/29/25
(12-3pm)		Ballard Mud Bay
11/30/25
(12-3pm)		Issaquah Mud Bay
12/06/25
(12-3pm)		Sammamish Mud Bay
12/07/25
(12-3pm)		Overlake Mud Bay
12/13/25
(12-3pm)		Roosevelt Mud Bay
12/14/25
(12-3pm)		Lynnwood West Mud Bay
12/20/25
(3-5pm)		Sammamish Mud Bay
12/21/25
(12-3pm)		 Redmond Mud Bay
12/21/25
(12-3pm)		Ladd & Lass Brewing, Seattle
Holiday Bazaar

Holiday Bazaar

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MEOW’s Holiday Craft Bazaar & Bake Sale

MEOW’s Holiday Craft Bazaar & Bake Sale

Saturday December 6th, 10am – 2:30pm

Saturday Dec 6th
10am – 2:30pm

St. John’s Episcopal Church
105 State St. S. Kirkland, 98033

THANK YOU to all of our crafters, bakers, volunteers, and shoppers.
We raised over $10,000 for the animals.

Our annual Holiday Bazaar and Bake Sale will once again be held at St. John’s Episcopal Church at 105 State St. S. in Kirkland, just up the road from the shelter.

As always, we’ll have beautiful, handcrafted items and delicious baked goods for sale, generously donated by our volunteers and supporters. There will also be fun raffle drawings. Pet beds and toys, decor, knitted wear, quilts, jewelry, and seasonal items are just a few of the wonderful things we’ll have available.

Bring a pet food or human food item to donate and support MEOW’s and St John’s Little Pantries.

MEOW’s Holiday Bazaar is a wonderful opportunity to find one-of-a-kind gifts, support MEOW, and catch up with other MEOW folk. We hope you will stop and shop.

Directions to St. John’s Episcopal Church

105 State St. S. Kirkland, 98033

Razzy

Razzy

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Razzy’s Story

There was sadness in the eyes of the soft-spoken young man as he placed the carrier on the counter. Close to his side, his 3-year-old daughter, in a ruffled dress and lace-trimmed stockings, watched quietly. The man explained that they had lost their home and would be temporarily living in the family car. Knowing their 9-year-old cat would not do well with this, they had agreed to surrender Razzy to allow him a safer future.

During Razzy’s intake, the man smiled as he talked about his big personality, his likes and dislikes. Someone asked dad if we could let his little girl pick out some cookies and treats from our snack table. Her eyes lit up. While she placed sweet treats in a small brown bag, the staff and volunteers secretly passed an envelope, collecting their own gift cards and cash, a treat for dad to discover later, to help on this new journey.

Razzy went into foster care, to wait to be chosen.  Although FIV positive, overall, he’s a big, healthy character, talkative and curious. He likes windows and enjoys canned food. He will sit on a lap or allow being held on his terms and will express his opinion about that when he’s over it.

After his foster mom got to know him, she knew he was there to stay, the King of his new Castle. 

Razzy’s story reminds us how a little bit of kindness can have a huge impact.

Cats like Razzy, who come to us with a tale to tell, inspire us every day to remain committed to our motto, “all nine lives are precious.”

Please consider a gift to MEOW on #GivingTuesday, December 3rd.  

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Madge

Madge

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Madge’s Story

Madge was a stray, brought to us by a good Samaritan. She was emaciated, critically dehydrated and was found to be severely hyperthyroid, with high blood pressure, an ulcerated mass on the base of her right ear, an ear infection and stage 3-4 (out of 4) dental disease.

After several weeks of supportive care and medications, she became stable enough to receive Radioactive Iodine (I-131) Therapy for treatment of hyperthyroidism. She did very well. Though she still has a ways to go and further treatment for her other issues, she is getting stronger every day and we hope will soon be healthy enough to find her forever home.

Madge’s story shows us what perseverance is and reminds us how far a bit of patience and empathy can go.

This sweet girl thrives on attention and pets. Her voice is powerful and sweetly raspy, and she uses it frequently to remind us that she has a story to tell us about the life she has led.

We do not shy away from sick, elderly, or special needs animals. Although they may require more from us and take a bit longer to find their forever home, each life is precious to us.

Cats like Madge, who come to us with a tale to tell, inspire us every day to remain committed to our motto, “all nine lives are precious.”

Please consider a gift to MEOW on #GivingTuesday, December 3rd.  

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