omigosh, these babies “will make you ded of cute!!!” (LOLcats reference)

on tuesday evening i dropped by the headquarters of RCR Cat Rescue to photograph 18 (yes, EIGHTEEN) kittens for re-homing. 16 of these are young babies, and two are older kittens.

first – photos! here’s the whole set…

a few outtakes from the general ruckus which went on in the background during the shoot that are too cute not to share…

and last of all i want to share this absolutely darling cat’s story. she was abused before being rescued, and as a result has lost an eye 🙁 which of course reduces her chances of being chosen for adoption. but she is literally the most friendly and over-the-top-playful kitten i have ever met (and i’ve met a few!) she LOVES to rub her head against your hand, and absolutely refused to stand still or sit down the whole time i was there, which made it tough for me to photograph her. but i was determined not to leave until i had some pictures which would help her find her “forever home”. so here’s a couple more of her…

if you can give a loving permanent home to any of these beautiful affectionate creatures please email Raewyn or Vanessa here: RCR Cat Rescue (Auckland NZ) or mobile 021 834 023. if not but you still want to help: donations of kitten food, litter, or money are gratefully accepted.

caught up with sarah from Lonely Miaow today – another wonderful local organisation dedicated to rescuing and rehoming stray and unwanted kittens and cats. she currently has two kittens fostered at her own home in addition to her own loved pets, and works with a number of other foster homes as well – a big job for anyone, but she clearly loves it.

i was supposed to photograph three kittens today, but as i arrived, i met the excited new adoptive owners of one of the kittens, just leaving with their brand new friend! i was sorry not to meet eddie, but very pleased that he has already found his new home.

tinkerbelle and malinki were a little shy of me at first but settled down with lots of pats from sarah. tinkerbelle is playful, loves to climb and has the softest fur, and malinki appears to be part burmese, he has that narrow refined face and unusual almond-shaped eyes – but they both know how to purr! here’s a couple of their photos…

you can find Lonely Miaow on facebook too – why not join their page and see how you can help out?