‘They Cannot Go Back’: Bonded Kittens Kai & Buoy Need Forever Home: Northport Kitties Of The Week

NORTHPORT, NY — Kai and Buoy are bonded brothers who have already endured more hardship than most kittens ever should.

Born in October 2024, the pair were rescued as tiny babies during a freezing December rainstorm, clinging to each other for warmth and comfort. All three brothers were saved, but while one was adopted, Kai and Buoy were left behind.

At first, the brothers adjusted well inside the rescue habitat. They were playful, curious, and full of kitten joy. But their journey took a difficult turn when Kai injured his knee.

Because the brothers are inseparable, both were placed into foster care together so Kai could heal. In foster, something remarkable happened.

“They thrived,” said Lora, a volunteer with Northport Cat Rescue Association. “They played, cuddled, explored, and showed their true personalities.”

Once Kai recovered, the brothers were returned to the habitat — and everything changed. They stopped playing. They barely ate. They withdrew. Volunteers noticed the shift immediately.

“It looked like they had given up,” Lora said.

Kai became sick and started hiding. Buoy never left his side.

The brothers were rushed back into foster care together, where the transformation was immediate. Kai became silly, affectionate, and playful again. Buoy relaxed and blossomed.

“These boys have shown us something very clear,” Lora said. “They cannot go back to the habitat.”

Kai and Buoy are gentle, loving souls who crave human connection. They adore people of all ages, get along well with other cats and dogs, and happily curl into laps for affection.

“They don’t ask for much,” Lora said. “Just a home, each other, and a chance.”

The size of the home doesn’t matter — big or small — as long as it is filled with love.

The brothers will be available to meet on Saturday from 12 to 3 p.m. at the Elwood Public Library Adoption Event, located at 1929 Jericho Turnpike, East Northport.

“They’ve already lost so much,” Lora said. “Please don’t let them lose hope again.”

Kai and Buoy are fully vetted, neutered, up to date on vaccinations, microchipped, FELV/FIV negative, and litter box–trained.

Those interested in meeting Kai and Buoy, or any of Northport Cat Rescue Association’s adoptable cats and kittens, can fill out an application on the rescue’s website, call 631-606-2631, or email info@northportcatrescue.org.