Life at the shelter goes on, one animal gets a new home, and another comes to fill the spot. Four-year-old gray cat Percy has found his forever home, but Leo has now joined our family. Leo is a large five-year-old orange and white male cat. He is described as a snuggler, but not a lap cat. He will sit next to you for hours on end, and he likes to get kissed on the head. He will see the vet next week and then be ready to find his new family.

Tiger Lily is affectionate with a big personality. — Alison L. Mead

The residents of the shelter are all huge football fans and are excited that the Patriots are headed to the Super Bowl. All are wishing for new homes by Super Bowl Sunday so they can enjoy the game. Unfortunately there isn’t a television here.

The biggest fans are the two male cats. At 11 Chaps has been a fan the longest. He is white with striking black markings and a calm demeanor, so he won’t be putting his two cents in during the game. He would be happy just hanging out with you on the sofa. His buddy Lefty looks like a buff and white line backer. This big boy is only four and he loves to play. He enjoys being outside as well as in, and wouldn’t mind watching the game with other pets.

Lefty is sweet and gets along with other cats. — Alison L. Mead

The shelter also has a couple of female fans. One-year-old Mary is a tuxedo feline with very long legs and a svelte body. Her dream is to grow up and become a cheerleader. Although not very vocal she has all the right moves. Her roommate, Tiger Lily, isn’t as much of a fan; she would rather have your attention focused on her. She is five-years old, tabby and white and is a little on the plump side. She’s a real lover with a winning personality.

We would also like to let everyone know that we are accepting donations of any type of jewelry to be used for the annual Garden Party recycled jewelry sale.

Chaps, 11 years old, is mellow and sweet. — Alison L. Mead

Shelter hours are Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays, 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The shelter is closed Sunday and Monday. The telephone number is 508-627-8662. Contributions are always gratefully accepted; the shelter is funded solely by donations.

Please make checks out to Animal Shelter of Martha’s Vineyard; the mailing address is P.O. Box 1829, Edgartown, MA 02539 or visit animalshelterofmv.org.