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Philly Felines, Philadelphia, PA (2026)

09/04/2026

Arrow 28**$135 in pledges to the rescue that may pull**
ACCT Philly, Philadelphia
Timestamped for Euthanasia
😿Arrow 28 ACCT-A-257917 must have confirmed placement with an EXPERIENCED ADOPTER or RESCUE PARTNER by SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 5TH 10AM.
🆕😿Berkley 32 ACCT-A-257921 must have confirmed placement with an EXPERIENCED ADOPTER or RESCUE PARTNER by SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 6TH 10AM.
🆕😿Dolly ACCT-A-259144 must have confirmed placement with an EXPERIENCED ADOPTER or RESCUE PARTNER by SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 6TH 10AM.

🟥PLEDGE FORM (To pledge/donate for rescue please fill out this form): https://forms.gle/QCBt13kiimk3din78
🟥FOSTER: If you can “foster for the rescue that may pull” or adopt email [email protected] immediately.
🟥VIDEO: 😿Arrow 28 https://youtube.com/shorts/HKo2A3emymo
😿Meet Berkley 32 https://youtube.com/shorts/jCdATIBmpS8
https://youtube.com/shorts/4nQBTpeBX8I
😿Meet Dolly https://youtube.com/shorts/rJg7Kth6vF4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=11g9yTl77pw

😿Arrow 28 is 5 years old & the twenty-eighth cat from a crowded home where he seems to have enjoyed a low level of socialization consistent with a dependency on food. However, his dental disease and heart murmur mean that he will require more advanced veterinary care than the shelter can provide, in order to maintain a good quality of life. His behavior in the shelter also indicates that his care should be prioritized alongside decompression and a compassionate approach to his socialization.
In his kennel, Arrow 28 can be found relaxed, letting himself snooze comfortably without high levels of anxiety. He seems to have a good sense of his own personal space, and gives clear signals to express his discomfort. In a house with as many cats as he is used to, Arrow is accustomed to places he can hide and feel safe, so while he is doing an excellent job of being brave in a kennel, he might view a smaller space as confinement, where his human friends could see it as a tool to keep his world small and avoid overstimulation.
Meeting cats where they are, and treating them as individuals is important, especially cats that come from households with such a high number of feline personalities and dispositions. Arrow 28 is part of a group, and may open up to other cats before he befriends any humans, but his medical needs must be addressed if Arrow is to adjust to a home where he can be seen as an individual, and where his care is seen through the lens of his comfort, whatever that may look like.
Medical
Arrow 28 and his housemates have all been found to be suffering from ear mites, which were treated upon their arrival. Arrow has moderate periodontal disease, especially associated with teeth 108 and 208--in the upper back of his mouth. Arrow has a Grade 2 heart murmur, but his heart rate and rhythm appear regular.
Our medical team relayed that he was clearly stressed during handling for his exam, but he tolerated even the more invasive aspects.
Assessment
Ear mites - resolved
Moderate periodontal disease
Grade II heart murmur
Behavior
9/2 Staff
Stretched out in a relaxed, snoozing position in kennel. However, once I opened the door, he hissed, retracted his outstretched arm, and tensed up. I offered him some churu on a spoon, and he initially seemed interested, but didn't eat any. When I moved the spoon, he hissed again and moved to the other side of the kennel. Did not attempt to pet with the behavior wand or bite glove, since his signals were already very clear, and I did not want to force a harsher, fear-based reactive response.
8/6 Staff
Arrow 28 laid down in the trap and did not freak out when we arrived. Was weary of being touched and backed themselves [the] into feral den.
https://new.shelterluv.com/embed/animal/ACCT-A-257917
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😿Berkley 32 is the thirty-second cat from a crowded home where we have seen a pattern of dental disease. Berkley is a tiny lady. While estimating a cat's age is easiest done by their teeth, this can be challenging when the teeth are in poor condition. We suspect Berkley is a senior, at least over the age of eight years old. We would really like to see Berkley leave the shelter with an experienced adopter committed to compassionate care for both her medical and behavioral needs, or a rescue that can facilitate Berkley's dental surgery and provide her with a comfortable place to recover.
Berkley is all about the snacks, and she gets much braver when offered a tube of churu. However, the dual nature of the status of these cats is that their medical concerns present an urgent issue, but their behaviors indicate the need for long-term stability and socialization. Berkley 32, trusts her human friends to supply her with food. She does not trust her human friends to provide her with physical affection in the form of pets or chin scratches. Her comfort level seems limited to the basic necessities provided by overwhelmed caregivers, ending where distributing affection among more than thirty-two cats becomes difficult.
In her kennel, Berkley 32 approaches offerings with curiosity, and she gives very clear signals that she would like to eat in peace, and she would prefer not to be disturbed. She's relaxed when eating, and doesn't mind the presence of her human friends, but she will offer a hiss when approached with the behavior wand. Berkley will shy away from physical contact, but her discomfort has only manifested in hissing or by simply removing herself from the situation. We think Berkley would make an excellent addition to house with other cats, provided they either respect her space or don't try to rope her into their shenanigans.
Medical
Despite weighing just under five pounds (4.9 lbs) upon her arrival, Berkley's little body is well-muscled, and we think she's gained a tad bit more weight since coming to ACCT. She's missing her incisors, and has moderate dental disease that will require at least a cleaning, and may also require extractions in order for her to enjoy a comfortable quality of life for the rest of her golden years.
https://new.shelterluv.com/embed/animal/ACCT-A-257921
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😿4 year old Dolly was picked up by ACCT Philly as a stray on 8/20 when a kind stranger found her needing care due to scratching excessively at her irritated skin. Dolly was very friendly from the onset and went into the carrier with ease. Since arriving at the shelter, she has quickly charmed staff, and remains social, affectionate, and very chatty.
Dolly's skin issues have not resolved in the shelter despite several treatments, and she likely will require a strict hypoallergenic food trial to get to the root of what we suspect are very serious allergies.
Medical
9/2
Dolly's skin remained unchanged, despite over a week on 1mg/kg of daily oral prednisolone. Our veterinarians decided to taper Dolly off the medication, and she received a dose of Bravecto. It's recommended that Dolly start a food trial as the next diagnostic step.
Dolly has so much affection to share, we would love to see her become the center of attention and enjoy a commitment to long-term care.
8/24
Dolly received a follow-up exam, during which we unfortunately did not find notable improvement in her skin. She was started on daily oral prednisone, and monitored for comfort.
8/20
During Dolly's initial vet exam, she was noted to have bleeding excoriations and miliary dermatitis on head and neck, small patches of alopecia on trunk, and flea dirt. Both her skin scrape and woodslamp yielded negative results for sarcoptic mange or ringworm. She was given a long-lasting, injectible antibiotic, both topical and oral flea treatment, a topical cream for the more severely afflicted areas, and an injectable glucocorticoid steroid to help calm her inflammation.
Behavior
Staff 9/1
"Dolly was so happy to get some attention. She perked up when she saw me and heard me talking to her. Immediately got up to come to greet at front of kennel. Accepted all pets all over body and ate treats happily. Perfect little lady!”
https://new.shelterluv.com/embed/animal/ACCT-A-259144
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Contact Lifesaving if you are considering fostering, adopting or tagging at [email protected], 1-267-385-3800 (press 6, then 1).
If you are a rescue interested in pulling this animal, please email the lifesaving team, or visit here if you are not currently a rescue partner: https://acctphilly.org/acct-philly-love-local-partnership-program/
Please honor your pledge when rescue emails you. They rely on these pledges to provide medical care.
Philly Felines was formed in 2019 to promote ACCT Philly cats. Philly Felines is not affiliated with ACCT Philly.

09/03/2026

ACCT Philly, Philadelphia, PA
🚨CODE RED🚨
😿Funnel Cake ACCT-A-258645 MUST LEAVE BY 6PM 9/4

🟥PLEDGE FORM (To pledge/donate for rescue please fill out this form): https://forms.gle/QCBt13kiimk3din78
🟥FOSTER: If you can “foster for the rescue that may pull” or adopt email [email protected] immediately.
🟥VIDEO: Meet Funnel Cake https://youtube.com/shorts/3y0tv9iaRTY?feature=share

😿Funnel Cake is a 1 year old female that came in as a stray with her babies on 8/14. The entire group was in foster care for a couple of weeks, but they were brought back due to the entire group having diarrhea. Funnel Cake was found upon examination to be FIV+ and diffuse gingivostomatitis. Given that Funnel Cake has chronic GI issues and painful gingivostomatitis, the decision was made to separate her from kittens and promote for rescue placement.
Unfortunately, Funnel Cake has continued to decline in our care. She has been noted to be lethargic and with no appetite, and her diarrhea has continued despite treatment with panacur, ponazuril, and fortiflora. Upon examination, she was dull, depressed and had no interest in food. She is also at least 8% dehydrated by turgor, with an additional 0.5 lb weight loss; also noted liquid diarrhea on hind end. She was assessed to have roundworms, dehydration, hyporexia, hyperglobulinemia w/ low A:G ratio, leukocytosis, in addition to the FIV and gingivostomatitis. Funnel Cake is an adorably precious girl, and has allowed all handling of her kittens, while making sure to get some affection for herself! She loves head pets & massages, and can be heard purring loudly to make that known! Given Funnel Cake's continued sharp decline and bloodwork findings that could indicate FIP, she is looking for urgent placement outside of shelter for further monitoring & care.
Medical
9/3 Exam
Lethargic in kennel w/ persistent diarrhea despite treatment with panacur, ponazuril, and fortiflora. Upon examination, she was dull, depressed and had no interest in food. She is also at least 8% dehydrated by turgor, with an additional 0.5 lb weight loss; also noted liquid diarrhea on hind end. She was assessed to have roundworms, dehydration, hyporexia, hyperglobulinemia w/ low A:G ratio, leukocytosis. This is in addition to her previously noted FIV+ status and severe, chronic diarrhea.
8/30 Exam
Funnel Cake has had diarrhea for the past two weeks, and kittens have developed diarrhea in the past day. Funnel Cake has brown debris in ears, but no mites found. Funnel Cake has diffuse gingivostomatitis, and her skin had prolonged turgor. She was thin, with epaxial muscle wasting. She tested positive for FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus).
8/14 Intake Exam
Funnel Cake had some light eye crust, dirty ears, and heavy shedding. She was BAR (bright, alert and responsive), and a very nice momma cat.
Assessment
Roundworms
FIV+
Severe, chronic diarrhea
Weight loss, dehydration, hyporexia
Hyperglobulinemia w/ low A:G ratio
Leukocytosis
F***l Analysis (Generic)
09/03/2026 – Completed
Results F***l float: Positive
WITNESS FeLV-FIV Test (Zoetis)
08/30/2026 – Completed
Results FeLV: Negative, FIV: Positive
SNAP Parvo (IDEXX)
08/14/2026 – Completed
Results Panleukopenia SNAP: Negative
Behavior
Staff on 8/31
“I went to say hello to Funnel Cake, and she is the absolute sweetest. She was sitting in her feral den, and allowed me to pet her all over. She immediately started purring loudly & leaning into head pets and chin scritches. Making biscuits as well!”
Staff on 8/21
“Funnel cake is the absolute sweetest mama! She has been nothing but loving since she arrived and takes great care of her babies. All of the babies are happy, curious, playful, and adorably demanding.”
https://new.shelterluv.com/embed/animal/ACCT-A-258645
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Contact Lifesaving if you are considering fostering, adopting or tagging at [email protected], 1-267-385-3800 (press 6, then 1).
If you are a rescue interested in pulling this animal, please email the lifesaving team, or visit here if you are not currently a rescue partner: https://acctphilly.org/acct-philly-love-local-partnership-program/
Please honor your pledge when rescue emails you. They rely on these pledges to provide medical care.
Philly Felines was formed in 2019 to promote ACCT Philly cats. Philly Felines is not affiliated with ACCT Philly.

09/02/2026

Arrow 28 is still in need.
Arrow 28**$135 in pledges to the rescue that may pull**
🔔Bentley 31 is no longer in shelter. I'm waiting to learn her outcome.
🔔Cloudy is no longer timestamped. I'm waiting to learn his outcome.
🔔Ellery 12 went to foster 🎉🎉
Bentley 31**$565 in pledges to any rescue that may pull**
Cloudy**$480 in pledges to any rescue that may pull****FeLV+**
Ellery 12**$255 in pledges to any rescue that may pull**
ACCT Philly, Philadelphia
Timestamped for Euthanasia
😿Bentley 31 ACCT-A-257920 must have confirmed placement with an EXPERIENCED ADOPTER, FOSTER or RESCUE PARTNER by THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 3RD 10AM.
😿Cloudy ACCT-A-255620 must have confirmed placement with a RESCUE PARTNER by THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 3RD 10AM. Because he is FeLV+ he needs to be the only cat or to live with other FeLV+ cats. More information can be found here: https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments/cornell-feline-health-center/health-information/feline-health-topics/feline-leukemia-virus
😿Ellery 12 ACCT-A-257839 must have confirmed placement with a RESCUE PARTNER or EXPERIENCED ADOPTER by FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 4TH 10AM.
🆕😿Arrow 28 ACCT-A-257917 must have confirmed placement with an EXPERIENCED ADOPTER or RESCUE PARTNER by SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 5TH 10AM.

🟥PLEDGE FORM (To pledge/donate for rescue please fill out this form): https://forms.gle/QCBt13kiimk3din78
🟥FOSTER: If you can “foster for the rescue that may pull” or adopt email [email protected] immediately.
🟥VIDEO: 😿Meet Bentley 31 https://youtube.com/shorts/UkH3c9Tovng
😿Meet Cloudy https://youtube.com/shorts/KHw5AjgJv3w?feature=share
😿Meet Ellery https://www.youtube.com/shorts/nje-LcWyH8M
https://youtube.com/shorts/3yGBE7-oV38?feature=share
😿Arrow 28 https://youtube.com/shorts/HKo2A3emymo

😿8 year old Bentley 31 is the thirty-first cat from a home where we have seen wide-spread dental disease. Being one of over thirty-one cats, Bentley's quiet disposition allowed her to blend in with the others, so while she recognizes humans as companions, we've noticed that she's hesitant to consider them friends. Bentley 31 will require a calm, quiet place to decompress, but also a committed adopter or rescue to facilitate her dental care while taking care to meet her where she's at, and prioritize a compassionate approach to her handling.
In her kennel, Bentley 31 prefers to hide, but with some time, and some gentle affirmations from staff, she was able to enjoy some churu. Bentley gives clear signals when she's uncomfortable, so while she'd prefer to scoot away from physical contact, she's not afraid to swat away approaching behavior wands. However, Bentley's given "kitty minutes," during which she allowed handling for her veterinary exam could be extended with a helpful towel, and slow movements, which speaks to what could be a history of very few friendly interactions with people.
We'd love to see Bentley get the medical care she needs so that she can truly enjoy her next chapter as an adored member of a family, where she can sit back and relax, acclimate at her own pace, and be seen as an individual.
Medical
08/11 Veterinary Exam
Bentley, like the other cats from this house, had the dark debris in their ears associated with ear mites, but she has since been treated. Her body condition was well-muscled, lungs sounded clear, and she's kept her coat very clean.
Bentley is missing her incisors, and the level of gingivitis and dental disease will require extractions in order to ensure she has a good quality of life going forward.
https://new.shelterluv.com/embed/animal/ACCT-A-257920
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😿Cloudy is 8 years old & has had quite the journey since first coming to ACCT Philly through our TNR program on July 14th. After initially being released, he returned on July 30th with an upper respiratory infection and an ulcer on his tongue Once those issues resolved, Cloudy was released again on August 10th—but just a few weeks later, his caretaker noticed that he was still congested and had also developed an injury to one of his front legs, prompting another return to ACCT Philly on August 30th. Through it all, Cloudy has remained a total sweetheart. Staff describe him as friendly and quiet, and he clearly enjoys affection, leaning into cheek scratches and happily accepting pets all over.
During his most recent exam, staff noted a suspected abscess that may be causing the lameness in his front leg, and testing revealed that he is FeLV positive. He also has a chronic upper respiratory infection and dental disease. Cloudy may need a little extra support, but his affectionate and easygoing personality shines through. With a caring rescue partner and the medical attention he needs, this sweet boy could enjoy a much more comfortable chapter ahead.
Medical
8/31 Vet Exam:
Objective: Painful fluctuant swelling of the left forepaw, especially noticeable between the 1st and 2nd digits. Non-weight bearing lame on this limb. Radiographs, left forepaw: no obvious fracture or dislocation, soft tissue swelling.
Assessment
Chronic URI. Periodontal disease. Suspected abscess, left forepaw. FeLV+
WITNESS FeLV-FIV Test (Zoetis)
08/30/2026 – Completed
Results FeLV: Positive, FIV: Negative
Given FeLV status and multiple medical concerns, changing status to rescue only with urgent promotion for expedited exit within the next 72 hours.
8/10 Recheck: URI signs have resolved, and lingual ulcer has healed. Ok to RTF.
7/30 Intake Exam: Approximately 8 year old male. Drooling and congested, with red and crusty eyes, dirty ears, and heavy tartar buildup on his teeth. He was mildly dehydrated and had some muscle wasting.
7/30 Vet Exam: Severe mucoid nasal discharge with some crusting over nares. Crusting ocular discharge OU. Severe dental disease. Small lingual ulcer. Fractured 304. Hypersalivating. Severely congested.
7/14 TNR Exam: Neutered today. Teeth and body in good condition. Ears clean.
Behavior
Staff 8/31: Very sweet boy. Leaned in when I scratched his cheeks. Allowed pets all over.
Finder 8/30: Friendly, quiet.
https://new.shelterluv.com/embed/animal/ACCT-A-255620
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😿Ellery 12 is 8 years old & was one of 35 cats found living in a home when a construction crew arrived to begin demolition work on August 6th. ACCT Philly's Animal Protection Officers responded quickly to bring them to safety. Ellery is understandably scared (he gets scared, but not aggressive as you can see him choose to close his eyes & not swat when advanced upon) and still adjusting to life in the shelter, but he has shown that a little patience—and some Churu—can help bring out his brave side! While he may initially shy away from touch, Ellery becomes increasingly interested in interacting with staff when his favorite treat is involved. He would do best in a quiet, patient home where he can decompress at his own pace and continue building confidence and trust.
Ellery was treated for ear mites and an ear infection, and he has some dental disease that would benefit from a cleaning, with possible extractions, in the near future. Ellery is urgently seeking placement with a rescue partner or experienced adopter to continue his care.
Medical
Moderate periodontal disease
Ear mites - RESOLVED
Otitis externa AU, scarred pinnal flap AS
Behavior
Staff 9/1
Ellery was lying on his side when I opened the kennel door but began shifting himself backward. He then righted himself and allowed a brief pet on the top of his head before turning away. I stepped away to get a Churu, and when I returned, Ellery had moved to the other side of his kennel. He sniffed the Churu when it was offered but then climbed back through his portal again. When some Churu was placed on the floor of his kennel, he began licking it. Although he continued to shift backward when the tube was presented directly to him, he showed increasing interest with each offering and eventually began licking directly from the tube.
Volunteer 8/15: Ellery is scared in the shelter but he's brave for Churu.
Staff 8/11: Tolerated full exam.
Staff 8/9: Very shy in kennel, huddled in bed and shied away from my hand. But seemed to enjoy pets when I spoke to them softly.
Staff 8/6: Scared.
https://new.shelterluv.com/embed/animal/ACCT-A-257839
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😿Arrow 28 is 5 years old & the twenty-eighth cat from a crowded home where he seems to have enjoyed a low level of socialization consistent with a dependency on food. However, his dental disease and heart murmur mean that he will require more advanced veterinary care than the shelter can provide, in order to maintain a good quality of life. His behavior in the shelter also indicates that his care should be prioritized alongside decompression and a compassionate approach to his socialization.
In his kennel, Arrow 28 can be found relaxed, letting himself snooze comfortably without high levels of anxiety. He seems to have a good sense of his own personal space, and gives clear signals to express his discomfort. In a house with as many cats as he is used to, Arrow is accustomed to places he can hide and feel safe, so while he is doing an excellent job of being brave in a kennel, he might view a smaller space as confinement, where his human friends could see it as a tool to keep his world small and avoid overstimulation.
Meeting cats where they are, and treating them as individuals is important, especially cats that come from households with such a high number of feline personalities and dispositions. Arrow 28 is part of a group, and may open up to other cats before he befriends any humans, but his medical needs must be addressed if Arrow is to adjust to a home where he can be seen as an individual, and where his care is seen through the lens of his comfort, whatever that may look like.
Medical
Arrow 28 and his housemates have all been found to be suffering from ear mites, which were treated upon their arrival. Arrow has moderate periodontal disease, especially associated with teeth 108 and 208--in the upper back of his mouth. Arrow has a Grade 2 heart murmur, but his heart rate and rhythm appear regular.
Our medical team relayed that he was clearly stressed during handling for his exam, but he tolerated even the more invasive aspects.
Assessment
Ear mites - resolved
Moderate periodontal disease
Grade II heart murmur
Behavior
9/2 Staff
Stretched out in a relaxed, snoozing position in kennel. However, once I opened the door, he hissed, retracted his outstretched arm, and tensed up. I offered him some churu on a spoon, and he initially seemed interested, but didn't eat any. When I moved the spoon, he hissed again and moved to the other side of the kennel. Did not attempt to pet with the behavior wand or bite glove, since his signals were already very clear, and I did not want to force a harsher, fear-based reactive response.
8/6 Staff
Arrow 28 laid down in the trap and did not freak out when we arrived. Was weary of being touched and backed themselves [the] into feral den.
https://new.shelterluv.com/embed/animal/ACCT-A-257917
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Contact Lifesaving if you are considering fostering, adopting or tagging at [email protected], 1-267-385-3800 (press 6, then 1).
If you are a rescue interested in pulling this animal, please email the lifesaving team, or visit here if you are not currently a rescue partner: https://acctphilly.org/acct-philly-love-local-partnership-program/
Please honor your pledge when rescue emails you. They rely on these pledges to provide medical care.
Philly Felines was formed in 2019 to promote ACCT Philly cats. Philly Felines is not affiliated with ACCT Philly.

09/02/2026

🔔Bentley 31 is no longer in shelter. I'm waiting to learn her outcome.
🔔Cloudy is no longer timestamped. I'm waiting to learn his outcome.
🔔Ellery 12 went to foster 🎉🎉
Bentley 31**$565 in pledges to any rescue that may pull**
Cloudy**$480 in pledges to any rescue that may pull****FeLV+**
Ellery 12**$255 in pledges to any rescue that may pull**
ACCT Philly, Philadelphia
Timestamped for Euthanasia
😿Bentley 31 ACCT-A-257920 must have confirmed placement with an EXPERIENCED ADOPTER, FOSTER or RESCUE PARTNER by THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 3RD 10AM.
😿Cloudy ACCT-A-255620 must have confirmed placement with a RESCUE PARTNER by THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 3RD 10AM. Because he is FeLV+ he needs to be the only cat or to live with other FeLV+ cats. More information can be found here: https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments/cornell-feline-health-center/health-information/feline-health-topics/feline-leukemia-virus
🆕😿Ellery 12 ACCT-A-257839 must have confirmed placement with a RESCUE PARTNER or EXPERIENCED ADOPTER by FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 4TH 10AM.

🟥PLEDGE FORM (To pledge/donate for rescue please fill out this form): https://forms.gle/QCBt13kiimk3din78
🟥FOSTER: If you can “foster for the rescue that may pull” or adopt email [email protected] immediately.
🟥VIDEO: 😿Meet Bentley 31 https://youtube.com/shorts/UkH3c9Tovng
😿Meet Cloudy https://youtube.com/shorts/KHw5AjgJv3w?feature=share
😿Meet Ellery https://www.youtube.com/shorts/nje-LcWyH8M
https://youtube.com/shorts/3yGBE7-oV38?feature=share

😿8 year old Bentley 31 is the thirty-first cat from a home where we have seen wide-spread dental disease. Being one of over thirty-one cats, Bentley's quiet disposition allowed her to blend in with the others, so while she recognizes humans as companions, we've noticed that she's hesitant to consider them friends. Bentley 31 will require a calm, quiet place to decompress, but also a committed adopter or rescue to facilitate her dental care while taking care to meet her where she's at, and prioritize a compassionate approach to her handling.
In her kennel, Bentley 31 prefers to hide, but with some time, and some gentle affirmations from staff, she was able to enjoy some churu. Bentley gives clear signals when she's uncomfortable, so while she'd prefer to scoot away from physical contact, she's not afraid to swat away approaching behavior wands. However, Bentley's given "kitty minutes," during which she allowed handling for her veterinary exam could be extended with a helpful towel, and slow movements, which speaks to what could be a history of very few friendly interactions with people.
We'd love to see Bentley get the medical care she needs so that she can truly enjoy her next chapter as an adored member of a family, where she can sit back and relax, acclimate at her own pace, and be seen as an individual.
Medical
08/11 Veterinary Exam
Bentley, like the other cats from this house, had the dark debris in their ears associated with ear mites, but she has since been treated. Her body condition was well-muscled, lungs sounded clear, and she's kept her coat very clean.
Bentley is missing her incisors, and the level of gingivitis and dental disease will require extractions in order to ensure she has a good quality of life going forward.
https://new.shelterluv.com/embed/animal/ACCT-A-257920
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😿Cloudy is 8 years old & has had quite the journey since first coming to ACCT Philly through our TNR program on July 14th. After initially being released, he returned on July 30th with an upper respiratory infection and an ulcer on his tongue Once those issues resolved, Cloudy was released again on August 10th—but just a few weeks later, his caretaker noticed that he was still congested and had also developed an injury to one of his front legs, prompting another return to ACCT Philly on August 30th. Through it all, Cloudy has remained a total sweetheart. Staff describe him as friendly and quiet, and he clearly enjoys affection, leaning into cheek scratches and happily accepting pets all over.
During his most recent exam, staff noted a suspected abscess that may be causing the lameness in his front leg, and testing revealed that he is FeLV positive. He also has a chronic upper respiratory infection and dental disease. Cloudy may need a little extra support, but his affectionate and easygoing personality shines through. With a caring rescue partner and the medical attention he needs, this sweet boy could enjoy a much more comfortable chapter ahead.
Medical
8/31 Vet Exam:
Objective: Painful fluctuant swelling of the left forepaw, especially noticeable between the 1st and 2nd digits. Non-weight bearing lame on this limb. Radiographs, left forepaw: no obvious fracture or dislocation, soft tissue swelling.
Assessment
Chronic URI. Periodontal disease. Suspected abscess, left forepaw. FeLV+
WITNESS FeLV-FIV Test (Zoetis)
08/30/2026 – Completed
Results FeLV: Positive, FIV: Negative
Given FeLV status and multiple medical concerns, changing status to rescue only with urgent promotion for expedited exit within the next 72 hours.
8/10 Recheck: URI signs have resolved, and lingual ulcer has healed. Ok to RTF.
7/30 Intake Exam: Approximately 8 year old male. Drooling and congested, with red and crusty eyes, dirty ears, and heavy tartar buildup on his teeth. He was mildly dehydrated and had some muscle wasting.
7/30 Vet Exam: Severe mucoid nasal discharge with some crusting over nares. Crusting ocular discharge OU. Severe dental disease. Small lingual ulcer. Fractured 304. Hypersalivating. Severely congested.
7/14 TNR Exam: Neutered today. Teeth and body in good condition. Ears clean.
Behavior
Staff 8/31: Very sweet boy. Leaned in when I scratched his cheeks. Allowed pets all over.
Finder 8/30: Friendly, quiet.
https://new.shelterluv.com/embed/animal/ACCT-A-255620
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😿Ellery 12 is 8 years old & was one of 35 cats found living in a home when a construction crew arrived to begin demolition work on August 6th. ACCT Philly's Animal Protection Officers responded quickly to bring them to safety. Ellery is understandably scared (he gets scared, but not aggressive as you can see him choose to close his eyes & not swat when advanced upon) and still adjusting to life in the shelter, but he has shown that a little patience—and some Churu—can help bring out his brave side! While he may initially shy away from touch, Ellery becomes increasingly interested in interacting with staff when his favorite treat is involved. He would do best in a quiet, patient home where he can decompress at his own pace and continue building confidence and trust.
Ellery was treated for ear mites and an ear infection, and he has some dental disease that would benefit from a cleaning, with possible extractions, in the near future. Ellery is urgently seeking placement with a rescue partner or experienced adopter to continue his care.
Medical
Moderate periodontal disease
Ear mites - RESOLVED
Otitis externa AU, scarred pinnal flap AS
Behavior
Staff 9/1
Ellery was lying on his side when I opened the kennel door but began shifting himself backward. He then righted himself and allowed a brief pet on the top of his head before turning away. I stepped away to get a Churu, and when I returned, Ellery had moved to the other side of his kennel. He sniffed the Churu when it was offered but then climbed back through his portal again. When some Churu was placed on the floor of his kennel, he began licking it. Although he continued to shift backward when the tube was presented directly to him, he showed increasing interest with each offering and eventually began licking directly from the tube.
Volunteer 8/15: Ellery is scared in the shelter but he's brave for Churu.
Staff 8/11: Tolerated full exam.
Staff 8/9: Very shy in kennel, huddled in bed and shied away from my hand. But seemed to enjoy pets when I spoke to them softly.
Staff 8/6: Scared.
https://new.shelterluv.com/embed/animal/ACCT-A-257839
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Contact Lifesaving if you are considering fostering, adopting or tagging at [email protected], 1-267-385-3800 (press 6, then 1).
If you are a rescue interested in pulling this animal, please email the lifesaving team, or visit here if you are not currently a rescue partner: https://acctphilly.org/acct-philly-love-local-partnership-program/
Please honor your pledge when rescue emails you. They rely on these pledges to provide medical care.
Philly Felines was formed in 2019 to promote ACCT Philly cats. Philly Felines is not affiliated with ACCT Philly.

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