The (Re)placement
The Empty Place
Charndra (our President) recently had to face the hearbreaking experience of having to euthanize her 12 year old cat, Lasher. Lasher was a high-spirited, sensitive, affectionate cat. He was also feral. Over the years, he had come to trust Charndra to the extent of his ability to trust people. Saying goodbye to him was a very tough thing for her, but she knew it had to be done.
The Dilemma
In hope of making something positive come from their loss, Charndra and her husband, Matt have decided to adopt one of the very needy, very worthy 10th Life cats. The problem they are now faced with is which cat?
The Solution
That's where you come in. Charndra and Matt have decided to let you, Tenth Life's friends and supporters, decide which cat belongs in their home. They want the decision to be one that is beneficial to the cat they adopt. So, here are the contenders in no particular order:
How it Works
To vote for any of the cats, simply click the "add to cart" button and choose how many votes to cast for your chosen feline. Votes are $1 each and there is no maximum. If you prefer, you can vote by sending a check to: Tenth Life, P.O. Box 724 Belfast, Me 04915 Votes need to be received by midnight on February 13th to be counted. (If sending a check, please feel free to email us your votes as well. Just click here.) The winning cat will be announced and welcomed into Charndra & Matt's home on Valentine's day.
Midnight Midnight is the newest Tenth Life cat in the contest. He comes in as a street-wise stray cat with a no-nonsense attitude and a friendly, open personality. Midnight feels that he deserves your vote because he is terribly handsome and charming. $ 1.00 | 
Midnight
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Bella
| Bella Bella is love. She is simply the sweetest, most affectionate cat Tenth Life has ever encountered. Unfortunately, her FIV has made her less appealing to would-be adopters. She has therefore been in Tenth Life care for years. Bella feels that she shold get your vote because.... well, she lost her train of thought, but that's because she loves you! $ 1.00 |
Claudia Claudia is a very nice girl... if you are a cat. While she's very cat social and quite fond of dogs, she doesn't enjoy the company of people. Born a feral barn cat, she tends to avoid human companionship, but will occasionally allow herself to be petted. Claudia feels that she deserves your vote because she would be a peaceful, gentle, social addition to the cat family in Charndra and Matt's home. $ 1.00 | 
Claudia
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Rosie Cotton
| Rosie Cotton Less than a year old, Rosie is a sweet girl who will make a wonderful pet - if she can overcome her fear of people. Born feral last spring in Belfast, she struggles to balance her fear of people with her recognition of them as a great source for affection. We all hope Rosie can find it in herself to trust us more. Rosie couldn't care less if you vote for her or not. $ 1.00 |
Ned Maybe Charndra is secretly hoping that you vote for Ned. Maybe it's because he was born in a barn and he trusts nobody but her. Maybe it's because she's certain that even though Ned missed the "window of socialization" enough face time between them can lead to a lasting bond. Maybe it's because he often hisses at her while pushing his head into her hand for pats. Or maybe this is all untrue and she can't stand him... but we doubt that. $ 1.00 | 
Ned
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Carter
| Carter Carter has had so much misfortune in his life that maybe he is the most worthy cat to be adopted. He was the first cat that Tenth Life ever took in. That was in 2007, before we were even incorporated. Carter had such a bad upper respiratory infection that he had to have one of his eyes removed. More, he had so many extra toes on his front paws that our vet had to take several off because they were wrapping around his paws and digging into his feet. Then, once he was healthy, he got adopted. Three times. Returned each time. Never his fault. In fact, each of his adopters reported to us what a sweet and wonderful cat he is. Poor, poor Carter. Carter can't say that you should vote for him, but he sure hopes you will! $ 1.00 |
Current Ranking
Votes cast as of noon on Thursday, January 26th:
Midnight : 12 votes
Bella: 7 votes
Claudia: 2 votes
Rosie Cotton: 32 votes
Ned: 21 votes
Carter: 44 votes!!!
Thank you all who have voted.
