Bonded Black Kittens Luna And Nova Seek Home Together: Huntington Adoptable Pet Of The Week

HUNTINGTON, NY — Luna and Nova, two bonded 3-month-old black kittens described as “beautiful black panthers,” are this week’s Huntington adoptable pets of the week.

The sisters arrived at Grateful Paw Cat Shelter at the beginning of May after the shelter received a call from a homeowner who had been caring for several stray cats in her yard.

Luna and Nova were born in mid-March and were discovered when their eyes were barely open, the shelter said. With cold weather still lingering, the homeowner brought the kittens and their mother indoors to keep them safe and give them “the best possible start in life.”

After caring for her babies, the kittens’ mother was spayed through Grateful Paw’s trap-neuter-return program and released back to the familiar surroundings of the homeowner’s yard and neighborhood, where she continues to thrive, the shelter said.

Now, volunteers say, it is Luna and Nova’s turn to find families of their own.

“Luna means moon, and she truly shines as brightly as one,” the shelter said.

Luna is described as sweet, gentle and affectionate. She loves curling up in a warm lap, being petted, snuggling close and spending quiet time with her sister.

“Luna’s calm and loving nature makes her an instant favorite with everyone she meets,” the shelter said.

Nova, whose name means star, fresh start and bright energy, has a playful personality to match, according to volunteers.

“While she enjoys affection from both humans and Luna, Nova’s greatest love is playtime,” the shelter said.

Her favorite activity is running on the exercise wheel, often staying on until she cannot run another step.

Nova also has a quiet little quirk.

“When she meows, she opens her mouth wide, but no sound comes out,” the shelter said. “We’re all eagerly waiting for her voice to arrive, and when it does, we’re sure it will be just as special as she is.”

Luna and Nova remain in foster care and have already received veterinary care. Both kittens have tested negative for FeLV and FIV, are parasite-free, and have had their ears, eyes and hearts checked.

They are also litter box trained, though the shelter said it took them a few days to get the hang of it after a rough start.

Luna and Nova are scheduled to be spayed June 22 and will be up to date on vaccinations and microchipped before becoming available for adoption. They are expected to enter the shelter shortly after June 24.

The sisters are deeply bonded, and the shelter hopes they can be adopted together.

“Since they are so bonded, and they look like identical twins, we would like them to be adopted together,” the shelter said. “We will consider separating them only if there is another cat already in the house that is close in age.”

Those interested in meeting Luna and Nova can call Grateful Paw Cat Shelter at 631-757-4517, email cats@laphuntington.org, follow the shelter’s Facebook page for updates on their arrival, or stop by the shelter at the end of June.

Grateful Paw Cat Shelter is located at 3 Verleye Ave. in East Northport. Shelter hours are Tuesday through Sunday from noon to 4 p.m., with Thursday evening visits available from 7 to 9 p.m. by appointment.

“Could these beautiful black panthers be the missing stars in your family?” the shelter said. “Luna and Nova are ready to bring love, laughter, and endless companionship to the lucky home that welcomes them.”