PAAD: Promoting Animal ADoptions

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PAAD: Promoting Animal ADoptions

We are a group of volunteers working to Promote Animal ADoptions for the SPCA of Tompkins County (Ithaca, NY)

We are a group of volunteers working to Promote Animal ADoptions (PAAD) for the SPCA of Tompkins County (NY). The animals we feature on this page need a little extra boost for one reason or another. Some may have very specific requests for their new homes. Some have been waiting a long time to meet the right people. Some may have arrived at the TC SPCA with health problems, or with puppies or kitt

ens in tow, and needed extra time and care to be ready to join a family. Our goal is to show off these amazing animals with photos, videos, and information directly from the volunteers who hang out with them every week. Be sure to check out the SPCA's website for information about adopting a new pet and to see all the animals available for adoption: www.spcaonline.com/adopting-pets
If you don't already follow the TC SPCA on social media, you can find them at:
www.facebook.com/spcaoftompkinscounty
www.instagram.com/spcaoftompkinscounty/
twitter.com/SPCAofTC

09/21/2025

Autumn starts tomorrow and Rah is excited! His lovely brindle coloring makes him look very autumnal! These images are from last year, when Rah was at the SPCA of Tompkins County for a while and had fun exploring the fall landscape. Rah was adopted but had to come back to the SPCA a couple months ago when his person developed health issues. With his indomitable spirit, Rah is ready to find a new home!

Rah is a big, goofy sweetheart! He likes to hike and explore with his human friends, or play in the yard. He will happily show off his favorite toys. If you'd like to meet the adorable Rah, stop by the SPCA during open hours: Wednesday - Sunday, noon-4:30 pm, or Thursday noon-6:30 pm.

09/20/2025

Time for a special appearance by The Butter Sisters! This sisterly trio is a punk/new age/rockabilly group from the Midwest. You may be familiar with their hit song "The Catnip Polka". The girls are getting over kitty colds at the moment so are relaxing at the SPCA of Tompkins County while they consider their next gigs. While the sisters would love to continue as a trio, they're at a crossroads in their careers. It's very possible one or all 3 could launch solo careers or become a duo. Since they are young, joining an established cat ensemble or having a cat mentor would be an ideal gig!

If you'd like to bask in their buttery glory, stop by the SPCA to meet Buttercup, Butterscotch, and Butterbeer! They are available to meet their fans during the Adoption Center's open hours: Wednesday - Sunday, noon-4:30 pm, or on Thursday from noon-6:30 pm. Just be sure to check in with their managers and roadies at the front desk to ask about their availability and any special protocol for meeting them. They wouldn't want to spread their kitty colds to any of their other cats or kittens waiting at the SPCA.

09/19/2025

It's another feature this time with Chica! This adorable, petite tabby girl has a big, fluffy tail and an even bigger personality! She is another kitty who came to the SPCA of Tompkins County from a home with too many cats. She spent some time in foster care where she learned that humans can be kind and caring. Now Chica is back at the Adoption Center ready to find a permanent home!

Once she's comfortable with people, she's all about drive-by pets, and head butts. Her foster parent says she makes the cutest little chirps when she wants attention!

She does best in a calm environment without too much noise or sudden change. Chica is looking for a home with patient humans who will let set the pace for interacting. She would likely prefer to live with adults or older kids who can respect her boundaries.

If you're looking for a playful, quirky cat with lots of personality, Chica might just be your girl! Stop by the adoption center Wednesday-Sunday 12-4:30 (Thursday 12-6:30) to meet Chica and friends!

09/17/2025

Whatcha lookin' at? We're looking at the very handsome Truffle and his lovely whiskers for ! What is Truffles looking at with such a curious expression? 🤔 It could be a toy, it could be one of his volunteer friends, or it could be a bird or other fascinating creature. Truffle has a fondness for cat TV and loves to watch videos of birds and other small creatures scurrying about!

Truffle came to the SPCA of Tompkins County with many other cats, including his roommate and current BFF Walnut. They were both very shy, scared and probably confused at all the changes in their world. Slowly, this sweet boy has become more relaxed. He and Walnut still enjoy sharing a room, but now they relax on separate shelves instead of smushed together in 1 spot. Truffle's volunteer friends tell us that he's becoming more affectionate, rubbing against hands, making happy biscuits and rolling over for pet!

If you'd like to meet this handsome boy, stop by the SPCA during open hours: Wednesday-Sunday, noon-4:30 pm, or Thursday, noon-6:30 pm.

09/16/2025

Happy from Stripes! This adorable girl loves her squeaky toys and playing fetch. She's quite the expert, in fact. She will happily bring a ball back to you, drop it at your feet and wait for you to throw it again. So polite! You can see her in action on the SPCA of Tompkins County's YouTube page:
https://youtu.be/M_mvYaps3Gw

Or, you can stop by the SPCA during open hours (Wed-Sun, noon-4:30; Thur noon-6:30) to see the live action version!

09/14/2025

means being outside, hanging out with your friends and your favorite toy! At least that's what Bugsy thinks. Sound good to you, too? Maybe you should stop by the SPCA of Tompkins County to meet Bugsy!

The SPCA is open for visitors Wednesday through Sunday, noon-4:30 pm. Plus extended hours on Thursday from noon-6:30 pm.

09/13/2025

Happy from Khloe. This beautiful lady is ready for her close-up! Close-up photo that is. Use the zoom, because Khloe is shy and gets nervous if you invade her personal space. She prefers that people sit quietly near her, admire her beauty, and let her make the first move.

Khloe came to the SPCA of Tompkins County when her owner passed away. It's been a lot of change and she's still learning to be brave and trust the humans who are caring for her. Her volunteer friends tell us Khloe is starting to come out of her shell, or at least her hidey spots! She has more spacious accommodations now so it's easier for people to sit in her room with her.

Are you looking for a sweet but shy lady who needs someone to help her feel safe? If so, stop by the adoption center to meet Khloe! She's accepting visitors Wednesday-Sunday 12-4:30 (or Thursday 12-6:30).

09/10/2025

Check out sweet Susie and her super whiskers! Susie is one of several cats at the SPCA of Tompkins County who were living in a home with just waaaay too many cats. She has since discovered that living in her own space is pretty nice and much less stressful, so she'd prefer a home where she can be your one and only. Susie is pretty cautious, especially with loud or unexpected noises. But her volunteer friends report that she's becoming much braver and is very affectionate! She comes down off her shelf to say hi, give head butts, and accept gentle pets!

If you're looking for a friendly, affectionate cat who is ready for a calmer home as a single cat, come meet Susie! She's accepting visitors during the SPCA's open hours:
Wednesday: noon-4:30
Thursday: noon-6:30
Friday-Sunday: noon-4:30

09/09/2025

Bane is celebrating . If you've seen other photos of Bane in his bio on the SPCA website (www.spcaonline.com/dogs) you may think he's a reserved, dignified, serious kind of guy. Maybe he's just a bit camera-shy because in real life he's an energetic, sweet young doggo! Bane is a smart and curious boy with a bit of an adventurous streak. That includes trying to climb the fence if he's bored, so he'll do best with supervised backyard time to keep those curious paws safe and sound.

Bane has lived with another dog before and is reported to have done well with school-aged children. Cats are a definite no for this guy, though. If you're looking for a loyal companion with a clever mind and a loving heart, Bane might just be your perfect match!. You can visit him at the adoptions center Wednesday-Sunday 12-4:30 (Thursday 12-6:30).

09/07/2025

with Groot! Groot is an adorable, sweet doggo who seems to be interested in landscape design. 🌻He's got some mad skills and he's ready to talk about his interests! If you're not looking for a canine gardener, that's ok. Groot would be happy to discuss non-gardening plans also. Walks? Let's go! Kids? He has lived with kids of all ages and loves them! Other dogs? Well...let's talk. Maybe?

If you'd like to meet Groot, stop by the SPCA of Tompkins County Adoption Center during open hours. Generally the SPCA is open Wednesday-Sunday, from noon-4:30 pm, with extended hours on Thursdays from noon-6:30 pm. Today (9/7/2025) the Adoption Center is closed so staff can celebrate the retirement of a dear colleague. The website is always open, so go read about Groot (or the other dogs available for adoption): www.spcaonline.com/dogs

09/06/2025

Bella Goth would like to wish you a happy ! If you've visited the SPCA of Tompkins County in the past month or so, you may have spied Bella and her brother Mortimer hiding in one of the cages in the lobby. Her brother was adopted recently and Bella has graduated to a big cat space in the cat wing! Her volunteer friends report that Bella is "still a bit cautious and stays on her shelf but loves gentle cheek scritches and will roll over for full body pets. Very sweet little girl!"

Bella Goth, and all the cats at the SPCA, are available to meet today (9/6) from noon-4:30 pm. The adoption center will be closed tomorrow, 9/7 so staff can celebrate the retirement of a long-time, much loved staff member. Aside from tomorrow, you can visit the kitties every Wednesday through Sunday, from noon-4:30 pm, or noon-6:30 pm on Thursdays.

Address

1640 Hanshaw Road
Ithaca, NY
14850

Telephone

+16072571822

Website

http://spcaonline.com/

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