RER Cat Corner

We are so fortunate to have a great group of volunteers help us with our cat room!  These folks have committed to spending time every day caring for, playing with and socializing our cats and kittens, once they come to the Benson's Pet Center Clifton Park cat room. We are very grateful for their help and support.

ADOPTED!!!! Jack and his siblings Jade and Jasmine came to rescue after their dumped mom became pregnant a second time this year with them. Their mom stayed in her home but the kittens came to rescue. Jack is very friendly, playful and affectionate. He is neutered and current on shots; he is fiv/felv negative.

ADOPTED!!!  Jade and her siblings Jack and Jasmine came to rescue after their dumped mom became pregnant a second time this year with them. Their mom stayed in her home but the kittens came to rescue. Jade is friendly and affectionate. She is spayed and current on shots; she is fiv/felv negative. 

From his mom: Black long hair is Evil Dick (names when a stray and I never thought I’d be able to touch him) but he comes running to being called Baby. Loves to be on your lap, rubbed etc, even his belly.  3 years old, FIV positive (so he really shouldn’t be outside). Thinks he is a dog probably because he will be first in line for treats and will swipe the food right out of their mouths and definitely not afraid of them, even if chased. The dogs are afraid of him. My two Rotties wouldn’t go to their food bowls if he was near them, but he’d walk right in between them when eating. Funny cat! ((current in his shots and vetting))

From his mom: Grey short hair is Coco. He is affectionate but doesn’t like kids terrorizing him (like most animals).  5 years old, neutered. Likes to cuddle with me when I’m sick or napping, but doesn’t like his belly rubbed most of the time. Is ok around dogs but doesn’t like being chased (of course). People across street had him and didn’t let him in so I was feeding him for over a year before I figured out he was theirs. He preferred my house and when they moved he came back to my  house one day, they took him back, but he came back a second time. They told me to keep him. Very low maintenance cat, except for affection here and there.   ((he is current in shots and vetting))

This holiday season, and the year that follows, please support smaller businesses like Benson's Pet Center, instead of the big box stores. This is a locally owned business who supports rescue in every single store, from cats to dogs to rabbits to fish. Supporting Benson's means your support rescue, and quality food, toys and other supplies.  And their friendly, knowledgeable staff are some of the best folks around!!!

ADOPTED!  We would love to see Franklin and Paprika find homes together if that is an option!

ADOPTED!  Paprika is the runt of the litter and has not yet been vetted because of his small size. His mom is Ginger, who is also looking for a new home. Paprika is in foster with our other little runt- Franklin. Paprika's mom and siblings all tested fiv/felv combo test negative.

ADOPTION PENDING  !  Ginger is about 5 years old. She came to rescue with her kittens (cinnamon, clove, pepper and paprika), and Rif Raf, Rik Rak, Ricki Ticki Tavi (and Ram Rod who has been adopted). She lost her home when her dad suddenly lost his home and all the cats were displaced. She is very mellow, easy going and friendly. She is cat social, human friendly, current in vetting, spayed and fiv/felv combo test negative. She is very adaptable and would be fine as an only cat or with other cats.

 ADOPTED!!  Rik Rak is a female kitten about 5-6 months old. She is shown below with her siblings (Riff Raff and Riki Tiki Tavi), who have since been adopted. They came to rescue after their owner lost his home and all his cats and kittens had to be rehomed. Shown below with her brother, Riki Tiki Tavi (with the white feet), all three of these older kittens are vetted, spayed/neuter, fiv/felv combo test negative, cat social and human friendly. They will adapt easily to a new home. 

ADOPTED!!! VanDamme was named for his big feet and kick-ass escape moves which he used (unsuccessfully) to avoid capture!  He is skiddish but LOVES being petted and cannot resist purring. He is a gorgeous and polydactl (extra toes) Siamese mix kitten about 4-5 months old. He is neutered, vetted, fiv/felv combo test negative. He is cat social. He would do well in a quiet, patient home. He came from a home with many other cats/kittens that was under construction, so he is startled by loud noises. He is a great cat who will charm and delight you.

ADOPTED!!! Storm is an adoptable 4-5 month old kitten who was homeless in Albany. She has adapted to life indoors and is cat social, but still shy with humans. She is very mellow and sweet. She would do well in a quiet house with at least one other friendly cat. She is spayed, vetted and fiv/felv combo tested negative. Her unusual grey tortoise markings inspired her name.

Brady is STILL waiting???  Brady is about 18 months old, and spend most of his first year as a homeless street kitten. Brady has really blossomed into a fun, playful social cat while in foster in his first actual home. He waits outside the bedroom door in the morning, and when his foster mom comes out- Game On!. He tries to engage her in play in any way he can!  He loves to play, and would do best in a home with at least one playful cat. He is cat social and mixed energy (playful but not high energy). He has not been around dogss. Although not a lap cuddler, he does enjoy petting and like to hang out with his human. He is neutered, fiv combo test negative and up to date on shots. Brady's beginning was very hard - are you the one who will make sure his best days are yet to come?

PeeBee & Jay are about 4 months old and came to rescue less than one month old. They were saved by a good Samaritan who found them on a construction site in Troy after their sibling was accidentally run over on the site. They are very friendly, cat social, high energy kittens. They are both vetted and up to date on shots. Peebee (in left pic) is spayed and is fiv/felv combo test negative. Jay is neutered (in right pic) and has tested fiv positive, felv negative. They are currently in foster in the Capital District. While fiv can be transmitted to other cats (generally via a very deep bite wound), the risk is relatively low and a cat with fiv can have a long, full, happy, healthy life.

Lily is a young female, rescued after being dumped with her kittens in a rural part of Rensselaer county. She is shy but affectionate once she feels safe; she is cat social, spayed, utd on shots, fiv/felv combo test negative. She would do best in a quiet home.

THEODORE WAS ADOPTED WITH HIS SISTER ELEANOR!!!  Theodore (left) and Franklin (right), were found at three weeks old abandoned in a wood pile in Saratoga county. Franklin can be adopted but he has not yet been vetted as he is too small for neutering yet. Theodore is orange and white. Eleanor is a sweet calico female. Both she and Theodore are spayed/ neutered, current in shots, fiv/ felv combo test negative. They are friendly and affectionate and cat social.

ELEANOR WAS ADOPTED WITH HER BROTHER THEODORE!! Eleanor along with her brothers Theodore and Franklin, were found at three weeks old abandoned in a wood pile in Saratoga county. Franklin is is too small for neutering yet. Eleanor is a sweet calico female. Both she and Theodore are spayed/ neutered, current in shots, fiv/ felv combo test negative. They are friendly and affectionate and cat social.

Stripe is about 4 years old and lost her home when her owner died unexpectedly. She is reserved but friendly, cat social and a mellow, low-key easy cat. We believe that she is sister to Smokey. She is spayed and current in her shots.  (pics to follow)

ADOPTED!!!   Smokey is about 4 years old and lost her home when her owner died unexpectedly. She is reserved but friendly, cat social and a mellow, low-key easy cat. We believe that she is sister to Stripe. She is spayed and current in her shots.  (pics to follow)

We could not help as many animals as we do without the help of Benson's Pet Center. They support rescues (not just RER) in lots of ways, including: pet pantry, donations, sponsoring adoption clinics at each store, the Benson's annual Pet Adoption Fair.  Even if you aren't ready to adopt, you can support rescue by supporting Benson's Pet Center.

ADOPTED!!!!  Kyle has been described as "feline purr-fection". He is a looker, cuddly and affectionate, cat and dog social and a mellow, lovable fellow. He is one year old. He is in foster care with two other cats and has already charmed his foster parents.  He is neutered, up to date on shots, and combo tested FIV/FELV negative. Consider adding this all around stellar cat to your family today.

ADOPTED!!!!!!Zac, Boots and Bandit were born outside in Rensselaer County after their pregnant mother was dumped in a rural part of the county. They are shy, but learning the joys of indoor cat life- regular meals, wet food, cat toys, petting (and purring) and safety.  They are all beautiful pale orange tiger male cats. They are currently in a foster home who is both spoiling and socializing them. They are neutered, up to date on shots (for their age), and FIV/FELV combo test negative.  Zac: Boots:  and Bandit:

ADOPTED!  On CHRISTMAS EVE!!!  :) How is Ceelo still waiting??? He charms everyone who meets him.  This is your change to hang out with a celeb!  Ceelo Tyson is about 3 years old. After his family moved, he was left to "mouse" in an abandoned building for about 2 years. He was named by the teenagers who found him when they were helping rehab the building, because "...he sings and he looks like he was in a fight".  Ceelo is singing happier songs now that he has come to rescue; he was pretty skinny but he is becoming quite a looker. His scars tell the story of the last few years, but his heart and affectionate nature tell how much he still loves people. He is cat friendly, and fairly dog tolerant (he doesn't love them, but he doesn't necessarily run; he does not attack either)- he could live with a middle energy cat savvy dog who respected his space. Much like his namesake, he has a big personality and sometimes seems more dog than cat (he will steal your vac

ADOPTED!!!! Cheeto is the last of Ginger's litter of kittens who is still waiting for a home. The shyest of the bunch, he has really blossomed while at Benson's and is a friendly, playful and affectionate. He is cat social. He is a beautiful, charming kitten.

In addition to providing an adoption space for cats in need, Benson's has: knowledgeable and friendly staff; great products; a pro-rescue commitment; a pet pantry for animals in need; and the list could go on and on. Even if you don't have space in your home a rescued pet (or another rescued pet), you can support rescue by supporting the folks who support rescue - like Benson's Pet Centers!

ADOPTED ! Ginger is not nearly as spicy as her name suggests. She is sister to Patches Mustatches and also spend the first year of her life living in the woods of Warran County, after their pregnant mom was dumped there. Barely a year old, Ginger found herself pregnant and gave birth to her first (and last) litter of kittens (Ginseng, Ginko, Cheetah, Cheeto and Chester). Ginger is named after the senior citizen who contacted us seeking help with, and a better life for, these cats. Ginger is shy with humans, but affectionate and tolerates petting and handling; she is learning how to live in a house and is unsure about dogs (but not dog aggressive). She is cat social and would do best in a home with at least one other cat. She is mellow and sweet, low energy and low maintenance. She has a beautiful coat and a sweet demeanor and with a little time and patience, will spend the rest of her life making someone a great companion.  She is about one year old, spayed, up to date on shots, FIV co

ADOPTION PENDING! Mr. Patches Mustatches spent his first year living in the woods of Warren County with his sister and his mom, after his mother was dumped there while pregnant. This debonaire man about town doesn't let this get him down!  He is charming and knows he is handsome, but doesn't require lots of attention. He is learning to live in a regular home, with cats and dogs. He is reserved but playful, cat social, neutral with medium and low energy dogs, and is generally a low maintenance and a low energy cat. He would do best in a home with at least one other cat.He is fully vetted, neutered, UTD on shots, FIV combo test negative. About 1 year old.

If you are interested in adopting a cat or kitten that is currently located at the Clifton Park Benson's Pet Center, you can complete an application right there in the store with a member of their helpful, friendly staff. They will explain the process and assist you in meeting your prospective cat or kitten. If you are interested in adopting a cat or kitten is not located at Benson's, you can complete the cat adoption application which is located on the "applications" page and email it to rottieempirerescue@gmail.com . If you need more information about one of our cats, you can send an inquiry email to rottieempirerescue@gmail.com .  Please note that we are an all-volunteer organization and will respond as soon as we can, so your patience is appreciated. However, if you have emailed us and have not heard back within a few days, feel free to follow up to ensure we received your email. Our cat adoption is $75.00, unless otherwise noted .

These 3 local brothers - Bear, Yoda and Pepper- found themselves homeless as kittens. A kind soul took them in, loved them, and socialized them so they could find homes. They are very playful and affectionate, loving people and cats. They have never been around dogs. All are neutered, fiv combo test negative and current in their shots.  Their antics will delight and entertain you! TWO HAVE BEEN ADOPTED (BEAR AD PEPPER) ONLY YODA IS LEFT!!!

DESTINY IS ADOPTED!  Sometimes when you have nothing, you realize how little it takes to be content. Destiny came to rescue after being dumped with her babies on a rural farm last year. Her kittens have long since found homes, but Destiny is still waiting. She is quiet, mellow and low maintenance- all she wants is a safe and comfortable place to nap and hang out. She is cat friendly, spayed, current in shots and would do best in a quiet home. Please help Destiny put her difficult past behind her, so she can find the loving home she so deserves.

Like the artist for whom he is named, Rembrandt's later years have been hard. At age ten, he found himself at a local shelter. No place for such a gentle, loving soul with so many good years left. He is friendly, affectionate, and low-key. He is now in rescue via Rottie Empire R escue. He is neutered, current in shots, and cat friendly- come meet the cat who has raised dispensing cat affections to an art form!  (Rembrandt has a minor heart murmur which does not require medication but causes his eyes to water).  

Brady is STILL waiting???  Brady is about 18 months old, and spend most of his first year as a homeless street kitten. Brady has really blossomed into a fun, playful social cat while in foster in his first actual home. He waits outside the bedroom door in the morning, and when his foster mom comes out- Game On!. He tries to engage her in play in any way he can!  He loves to play, and would do best in a home with at least one playful cat. He is cat social and mixed energy (playful but not high energy). He has not been around dogss. Although not a lap cuddler, he does enjoy petting and like to hang out with his human. He is neutered, fiv combo test negative and up to date on shots. Brady's beginning was very hard - are you the one who will make sure his best days are yet to come?

ZIPPER WAS ADOPTED!!!!! Handsome Zipper is an adult male cat, found locally as a stray.  He once had a loving home, as he is friendly and playful, but he will let you know when play time is over.  He is good with other cats and likes people; neutered, fiv combo test negative and up to date on shots.  Lots of personality and affection in Zipper, which he would love to share with you !

Welcome to the Rottie Empire Rescue Cat Corner!  Thank you for your patience and thank you Megan for getting us up and blogging!  This area will include tips and tidbits at about cats, responsible cat ownership, rescue and adoptable cats.  Thank you for supporting rescue!