Adventure #28: Seattle Meowtropolitan

Let me just say that this has been on my to-do list for a VERY long time, and I am so glad that it finally happened! Cat Cafes have long been popular in Japan, but have recently taken the US by storm. It's a beautiful way to get out and enjoy a cup of coffee or tea, and surround yourself with some of the finest creatures on earth--kitties!

My hot chocolate!

Seattle Meowtropolitan is run by the Regional Animal Services of King County, and offers people the opportunity to get a great cup of coffee, and love on some kitties that are ready for adoption! There is a small fee that includes a beverage from their coffee stand, and admission for an hour into the cat lounge, which is full of perches to climb on, bridges to navigate, soft blankets to lay on, and toys galore!

"But Katy", you may say, "you already have a cat!". Of course Delilah is the love of my life, and I would never do anything to upset her rule in our home, but it was still a really fun experience to see such a wide variety of cats all in one space. It was also unexpectedly relaxing. I can't remember the last time I went and had a cup of coffee without also having some sort of meeting or agenda or getting it on the run. Just sitting and enjoying the atmosphere of the room was definitely an unexpected benefit.

Seattle Meowtropolitan also offers some other interactions including Purr & Paint events, and Meowga! Definitely something to look into!

I think my favorite part of visiting the cats though, was knowing this is a great way for them to meet potential future owners in a low-stress environment that allows the cats to showcase their personality. Mike and I fell in love with a cantankerous older lady named Abby who loved to sit near people, but was not interested in being pet. While it may be hard for people to bond with her while she's behind the bars in a traditional adoption location, it was easy here to see how sweet and loving she could be (as long as it was on her own terms). They have an adoption tally hung on the wall proudly proclaiming that 196 cats have been adopted through their business since it's opening!

Abby, keeping her distance

I'll definitely be returning to this location (potentially for some yoga), and even if I'm not in the market for another feline friend at home, it will definitely be a nice way to get away from the stresses of every day life, and snuggle some little ones that need a little extra love.