Our Cat Sanctuary

Ok, so I’ve been the shelter cat for the last 6 and a half years. But you know what?  I’m ready to be in your home. I love going outside and roaming the grass and trees, if your safe, enclosed … Continue reading →

Cookie is a sweet cat who loves everyone! She is calm and gentle and purrs constantly! Cookie was living on the property of a school in the New Orleans area, where she had a litter of kittens. All of the … Continue reading →

Simon’s life started off like so many excited first time owners.  He was IT – neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, etc.  But the thrill didn’t last too long.  After graduation, his owner adopted a dog and moved out of town.  Simon was left … Continue reading →

Simone is a GORGEOUS girl with lovely eyes.   She is sweet and loves visitors and being petted.   Simone gets along with the other cats but she likes to be in charge deciding who sleeps where.   She enjoys a nice cozy … Continue reading →

Gato is a large, silky short haired girl of about nine.   She loved her person and didn’t understand why she didn’t get to stay with him when he got engaged to someone who couldn’t have cats.   She is adjusting and hoping to find … Continue reading →

Mr. B is a big gentle boy, front DECLAWED, and completely full of love. He is quite handsome too, with beautiful crystal blue eyes. Mr. Bs first owner was quite elderly. They had 2 or 3 happy years together before … Continue reading →

Smoky Joe apparently had a family at some point of his life, but that was long ago. Street life took a big toll on his health and by the time he ended up at the Sanctuary, he had almost given … Continue reading →

Pearl is declawed.  Adopted by a loving family with an eight year old son, Pearl is a sweet girl who knows all about the good life.    But on one ill-fated night, her world would never be the same. The only thing … Continue reading →

Adopted by a loving family with an eight year old son, Sylvester is a funny, cute guy who loves to be brushed.  He knows all about the good life. His favorite past time, other than belly rubs and kisses, is … Continue reading →

  Tears is a precious kitty. She absolutely loves people, and meows to say hello. She falls to the ground and rolls over on her back to get affection. Tears came to Spaymart when her elderly owner was evicted from … Continue reading →

David lived the first part of his life at the SpayMart sanctuary.  After several years he and his best friend, Snowball, went home with a  member of the SpayMart staff.  For the very first time, he experienced warm laps by … Continue reading →

Snowball spent most of his early years at the SpayMart Sanctuary.  Then, magically, a staff member who cared for him and his best friend, David, decided to adopt both.  He adored the one on one attention, definitely approved of canned … Continue reading →

Tiger is a happy-go-lucky orange tabby fellow with an artsy white smock; he’s something of a pushover for anybody who’ll give him a pet and a kind word.  In fact, he’s SO affable, that he still can’t understand how on … Continue reading →

  Carmen is a beautiful, sweet and lovable girl. Her fur is stunning and she knows it! She loves people and wants love and attention. She’s super outgoing and will follow you around just like a dog. And like most … Continue reading →

Just as her name implies, this adorable, petite female is the true definition of a “Southern Bell”. Reserved just enough, impeccable manners (refuses to eat with the rest of the herd as they are truly beneath her). Tries to overlook … Continue reading →

Maybe it isn’t cool to call a handsome guy “beautiful,” but THIS one could only be called “Beau.”  He has the deep wisdom of the East in his eyes, too.  Beau is a shorthaired cat.  Stranded in Picayune, he was … Continue reading →

Luke is a wonderful 7 year old boy looking for a family to call his own. Luke is completely loveable with a cute, playful personality. He rolls on his back asking for a belly rub and he thoroughly enjoys being … Continue reading →

Delilah is a quiet and loving lady cat. She enjoys getting a gentle pet and relaxing with people, and would love a nice lap to rest on. Delilah has the most interesting coloring and is a beautiful tortoiseshell with fluffy … Continue reading →

Brendle is a gentle, sweet lady who likes living the quiet life. She loves people and getting pet, and would love a nice lap to rest on. She has a beautiful tabby coat with splashes of orange! Brendle’s owner was … Continue reading →

Phantom is a sweet boy with one white whisker.  He loves to be petted and makes every visitor feel special.    His very favorite thing is to jump on a lap for a nice snuggle.  He  came to the SpayMart sanctuary as a … Continue reading →

Anastasia is a super sweet and lovable lady cat. She’s very outgoing with company and just wants to be petted and loved. She’d make a perfect home for an individual or large family..And like most SpayMart cats, she’s used to … Continue reading →

Betty is a super sweet, people-loving cat who curls up next to you for an even closer pet. She’s such a gentle love and craves attention. She has perfect manners, too. She really knows how to be a good companion … Continue reading →

In writing Trixie’s biography I am left feeling awkward and inadequate. Trixie belonged to a very good friend of mind and an animal advocate, Linda Graf. For many years now, Spaymart has been blessed to have such a talented writer … Continue reading →

Charlie This handsome boy has deserved better for most of his life. He was abandoned as an adolescent by his owners and left to die in an apartment. The cleaning crew fortunately found him before it was too late and … Continue reading →

A very nice lady rescued a tiny ball of fluff shortly after he came into this world behind her apartment building.  “Chester” the orange tabby lived the really good life with her for four whole years.  He had a princely … Continue reading →

Cookie You’ve heard the old saying “Live on Love” (with a little help from friends)? Well, that about sums it up for all 27 of us. We lived in a housing project and belonged to an elderly woman on a … Continue reading →

Chevy belonged to a family as a small kitten and young adolescent. She lived in an apartment and wasn’t allowed outside. Her owners left for work early each morning but faithfully returned in the evening and spent time playing with … Continue reading →

Darla is candy to the eyes–like a true Maine Coon! She’s only about 6 years old and t took some time for her to emerge after the neglect she endured. Darla lived for many years in the home of a hoarder … Continue reading →

Just look at those confident, gorgeous eyes! Fox is a handsome young man and he knows it! Fox was rescued as part of a cruelty case, living with 100 other cats in just one room, at the home of a … Continue reading →

CURLY is a precious orange tabby boy with a unique bulls-eye mark on his side. He is extremely good natured, lives to play and be loved. He’ll never need a string to occupy his time – – he’s always ready … Continue reading →

Juliette is one of the sweetest ladies we’ve come across! And if Juliette could talk, you’d know why. She and 14 other cats weathered Katrina in a pen in back of her house. It must have been a night to … Continue reading →

  Larry is a precious orange boy with pale tabby markings.   He’s extremely good natured and loves to play.   He and his brothers – Curly and Moe – were rescued from the waters of Katrina’s aftermath and taken to a … Continue reading →

Misha was born to a feral mom behind Mardi Gras world in New Orleans.   She and her family were headed to the pound until Hurricane Gustav blew in and a nice lady captured  the mother,  Misha and her  beautiful sister, … Continue reading →

Sara’s owner loved cats all of her life. She fed all the neighborhood strays and kibble was always available. Most of the cats lived outside in a shed behind the house. Some of the cats lived inside. Sara was an … Continue reading →

11 years old and totally cute! Graduate of Biscuit U. and a perfect homemaker! Very laid back, she just LOVES your attention. No prior experience with kids or dogs, but well-mannered older children would probably be her best friends. Always … Continue reading →

Boogie Boy LOOKING FOR MR. WONDERFUL? Here’s THE cat for you: —Personality: All American perfect guy: sweet and shy —Looks: Velvety Black, DSH —Moral Values: He’s as good as gold. —Occupation: Comedian & acrobat. So ready to boogie that his … Continue reading →

My mom had no choice but to search for a safe, secluded spot to have her babies. She chose an abandoned house and did the best she could. We grew fast and learned the ways of the streets. I suppose … Continue reading →

If it’s looks and a cute personality you’re looking for, look no more, because Vivie has it all. She is a Maine coon mix and was rescued by SpayMart in a cruelty case. Living at the home of a hoarder … Continue reading →

My owner rented an apartment from a SpayMart board member; she was quite old and one day, people came and said it was time someone took care of her, instead of her taking care of me. The family wasn’t interested … Continue reading →

He’s big, black, sleek and beautiful. His present state is quite a contrast to his condition upon arriving at the SpayMart shelter. After enduring extreme neglect and abuse at the home of a hoarder, his large frame was pitiful with … Continue reading →

Sparkle has lived at the SpayMart shelter for several years now and when I think of her, I feel inspired. She belonged to a hoarder and existed in one room with 100 other cats. Food and water bowls were usually empty. … Continue reading →

Rudolph is especially remarkable with his unusual markings and full face. His personality is somewhat aloof at first or perhaps weary of strangers and their intentions. Rescued in a cruelty case, living in deplorable conditions with 100 other cats, his … Continue reading →

My name is Thomas and I’m a swashbuckling orange tabby with white.  Sometimes life is tough but I am tougher. I’m grateful though, that I had a little help from some friends.   Spaymart and its wonderful caretakers have been helping me very … Continue reading →

Any cat this handsome and sweet obviously had an owner prior to Katrina. No one knows how he possibly survived it all, but he wandered into a SpayMart member’s back yard shortly after the hurricane. Every effort was made to … Continue reading →

Groucho-(DMH-Black and White Tuxedo)  lived with an elderly woman on Napoleon Ave along with 12-14 other cats. Due to her failing memory, health and money being tight, life was often difficult for the cats. They constantly battled fleas, earmites, diarrhea … Continue reading →

Cody is a male, 7 yrs old, DLH, blk with a beautiful white undercoat.   This handsome boy’s life can only get better.  Living at the home of a hoarder for most of his life, with over 100 cats in one … Continue reading →

Oscar  and his brother Odie are 3 years old, DSH,Brown tabbies.   These two lovable little boys were taken as infants from a feral colony who called Shoney’s in Slidell as home.  Many cats congregate and eat there b/c of an … Continue reading →

Odie (3 years, DSH,Brown tabby, male)  along with his brother Oscar, are two lovable little boys that were taken as infants from a feral colony who called Shoney’s in Slidell as home.  Many cats congregate and eat there b/c of an apartment … Continue reading →

Binky (DSH-Black, 6 years old) lived in Mid-City and obviously belonged to someone in the neighborhood. He must have liked the menu because he showed up every night to eat with the feral colony. Unfortunately, following hurricane Katrina only two … Continue reading →

Bonnie (female, 8 years old,DLH, calico) spent the first part of her life living in a feral colony off Palmyra St , as an abandoned pet.  Although she was never feral, the group accepted her because of her gentle nature.  … Continue reading →

Hazel- (DSH-Brown Tabby, 6 years old) As a small kitten, Hazel lived in rural Mississippi with 25-30 other outside cats. Population control was a matter of destroying all the male cats. Hazel was lucky in two ways; she was a … Continue reading →

He is an adorable, lovable handsome boy with his sleek, shiny coat. His present condition is a direct contradiction to his bleak beginnings. Born to a hoarder, he started life with 100 other cats, living in one large room with … Continue reading →

I was rescued after Hurricane Gustav with my mom and my sister Prima and two brothers. We were all trapped from behind Mardi Gras World on the West Bank of New Orleans, and evacuated to the SpayMart shelter. There were … Continue reading →

I started life with three siblings. And I was the lucky one! We belonged to a woman who rented from a SpayMart board member. She owned many apartments. Our caretaker lost her job and left in the middle of the … Continue reading →

Gail doesn’t remember the beginnings of her life. She and her 3 siblings were rescued from the backyard of an elderly school teacher who refused to tolerate cats on the premises. All 4 babies, including the mother, were removed and … Continue reading →

Rosie started her life at the home of a hoarder, “existing” in one room with 100 other cats. They lived in cold and darkness and were no stranger to hunger. The abuse and neglect was unforgivable. Parasites and fleas took … Continue reading →

Larry is the brother to Curley and Moe.  

Curley is one of a triplet. His brothers, Larry and Moe are just as much fun as he is. They are a little older now and would love to enjoy a forever home.  

Rescued in a cruelty case following Katrina from a hoarder in New Orleans. This beautiful feline has known hunger, disease and death for many of her friends. She has blossomed at the SpayMart shelter and wants to begin a new … Continue reading →

She’s really quite intriguing to view. With all that long, silky black hair, and the curls of lighter, finer hair growing out and upward from inside each ear, resembling little wings, and the pouty lower lip makes you want to … Continue reading →

It was Christmas Eve and all New Orleans was celebrating with their families, but not Darly. Her owner had left town several days ago to care for an elderly relative in another state. A neighbor was to come for Darly … Continue reading →

She was in the back yard of her owners house before Katrina hit. Before Katrina was actually scheduled to hit, Bobby was transported to a rural sanctuary in Mississippi. She has been there ever since. She is a very curious … Continue reading →

Remus and his brother and sister were born in the marigney, a historical part of New Orleans. Their mother chose to have her little family in the courtyard of a beautiful home belonging to a SpayMart member. The cats were … Continue reading →

If this handsome boy could talk he could tell you a story. His little sister, Serena, was trapped under the slab of a house. Entangled in yards and yards of bird netting. Because the organization was afraid Rastus could meet … Continue reading →

She still wonders how life could go from bliss to hopelessness in just 24 hours. After all, her owner was young and healthy. Who would ever suspect her dying suddenly, without any warning. But that’s what happened while 24 house … Continue reading →

Hello, my name is Spot.  I’m a Domestic Short Hair, male cat, but sometimes I feel as heroic as a fireman’s dog, you know the white ones with black spots?  It’s not just because I look like one on the … Continue reading →

Hi, my name is Smittie.  I used to live in a real mansion on Airline Highway.  There were a LOT of bedrooms, each with its own door and nice “do not disturb” signs for the doorknobs, and private baths, too (even … Continue reading →

Dootsie is beginning to shine for the cute funny cat he is. After his ordeal, it has taken a period of time. His owner lost her home after the storm, leaving Dootsie and three other cats homeless. Their owner did … Continue reading →

This handsome man survived Katrina only to face homelessness several months following the storm. His owner, an elderly gentle man, was evicted from his modest apartment, leaving 13 cats and 4 dogs homeless. Because he was facing life on the … Continue reading →

Davin Davin is a second hand rescue but a first class act, just like his brother Bert. Life at the SpayMart shelter began in a very strange way. The organization received a call from Elmwood plantation asking for help. It … Continue reading →

Boudreaux It was a freezing cold day in February of 2003. SpayMart received a phone call from Thibodeau Animal Control stating the shelter was in terrible disrepair. The animals were wet from a leaky roof and there was no electricity … Continue reading →

Aretha Life began on the street in an abandoned house. As part of a feral colony, the day revolved around foraging for food, dodging cars, dogs and mean-spirited humans. We took cover under the house at night. It wasn’t much … Continue reading →

Thessie She sure has had a sheltered life, staying at Spaymart all this time. She was fairly young when she first got to the sanctuary. Now she’s somewhat older and needs some tender loving care—has a few arthritic problems but … Continue reading →

Shelby Shelby’s life was just fine in the beginning. She lived in a nice apartment with plenty of windows to view the world outside. His food bowl was always full and his owner seemed to be quite fond of him. … Continue reading →

Mustang Mustang’s owner moved around quite a bit, but managed to drag her 3 cats with her. She never lasted very long at a job and money was tight. Thankfully, all three were very healthy and didn’t require much. The … Continue reading →

Gina Gina lived with many cats, but her owner loved them all very much and was financially able to provide all the extras. Her house was a beautiful 2 story home and the cats were allowed full range. The menu … Continue reading →

Butter Butter had no complaints about his plight. For 3 glorious years he and his two brothers lived the perfect life. They belonged to a wonderful owner on a quiet street. Their backyard was large with trees to climb and … Continue reading →

Tyson This little man is no stranger to the streets. It was eat or be eaten for many years. And that’s what he did—ate another cats ear as part of a cat brawl. Hence, his name, Tyson. But Tyson decided … Continue reading →

Shirley Shirley had become street smart at a very early age. She grew up in a commercial area with dogs, cars and countless other perils.  She hung around a strip mall with numerous eateries, including hamburger joints and pizza parlors. … Continue reading →

Pops: Pops was spoiled as a youngster. Although he lived with many other cats in a run down shot-gun apartment in uptown New Orleans, life was never dull. There was always plenty to eat and buddies to tease and play … Continue reading →

Paul Little Paul is an unexplained gift of Hurricane Katrina. He came on the heels of the horrendous storm, when the Spaymart shelter in Picayne, MS was in total disarray. There was no water. All the power lines were down. … Continue reading →

Gates: I’m quite a happy chap here at the Spaymart sanctuary, but I long for my own home with my own owners that will love me forever. I’m quite the laid back happy-chappy, so go ahead, look at my youtube … Continue reading →

Christopher: He’s a jolly ole guy who likes all cats and all people. He was owner relinquished and SpayMart because his family could no longer adequately care for him. Christopher couldn’t understand why they gave him up when he had … Continue reading →