March Meowdness is officially down to the Final Four.

Dow Jones triumphed over lovebirds Cosmo + Luna.
Reese Whiskerspoon proved unstoppable against Camellia.
Pom Pom continues his run as a fan favorite, winning the tuxedo king showdown.
And Maple the tortie powered past Ashford’s signature ‘tude.

Now the stakes are even higher.

Final Four Matchups:

🐾 Dow Jones vs Reese Whiskerspoon
🐾 Pom Pom vs Maple

Every vote from here on out counts even more as we get closer to crowning Brooklyn’s Coolest Cat.

While the competition heats up, the real goal remains the same: helping these cats find loving homes.

We’re thrilled to share that Greysen, Destiny, and Baby Scottie + Noah have already been adopted during the competition 🎉

And for the cats no longer in the bracket, they’re still very much in the running for something even better: a forever home.

🐾 $1 = 1 vote. Donate to boost their vote count.
🐾 One free vote per matchup: https://forms.gle/EbsLmDBj6Z1JgNTD6

Cast your vote and help your favorite advance. Voting ends Sunday at 11:00 pm ET.

ROUND TWO IS LIVE 🐾

Six days, eight cats, and some very close calls.

Round One delivered exactly what we hoped for: chaos, upsets, and a few nail-biters:

Pom Pom held strong against Maple, who came in hot and made it a real fight
Ashford squeaked past Becca + Birdie by one single vote
Dow Jones, as always, proved he’s not going anywhere

And in the best kind of plot twist: Greysen, Destiny and Baby Scottie + Noah are officially headed to foster-to-adopt (exactly the outcome we’re rooting for 🖤). That means Maple is stepping back in for Round Two.

Now we’re on to Round Two, and it only gets tougher from here.

THE MATCHUPS:

🐾 Pom Pom vs. Puma
(tuxedo royalty. no notes.)

🐾 Reese Whiskerspoon vs. Camellia

🐾 Dow Jones vs. Cosmo + Luna

🐾 Ashford vs. Maple (back for another run 👀)

Every vote counts. We’ve already seen how close this can get.

Let’s see who makes it to the Final Four.

About the Round Two Cats

Ashford

Shy Gentleman • Attitude Included • Glow-Up King

Ashford may be shy at first, but once he warms up he’s happy to accept pets and show off his funny personality (with a little attitude thrown in for good measure). Rescued from the brink when he could no longer eat, a dental procedure and lots of care gave him the glow-up he deserved.

Health note: FIV+

Camellia

Toy Thief • Chest Sleeper • Cuddlebug

Camellia still has the playful spirit of a kitten and makes sure her humans start the day with fun. She’s known to drag toys into bed each morning before settling in for snuggles.

Cosmo + Luna

Lap Legends • Loyal Pair • Forever Teammates

Cosmo and Luna are inseparable sweethearts who love curling up in warm laps together. They’ve been waiting since 2024 for someone to recognize the champions within.

Health note: Cosmo is FeLV+.

Dow Jones

Survivor • Snuggler • Certified Mush

Dow Jones was rescued from death’s door and came back swinging with endless love for his humans. A true snuggle professional, he’s happiest curled up beside you on the couch or in bed.

Health note: FIV+ and asthma managed with medication.

Maple

Gentle Soul • Sandwich Thief • Cozy Snuggler

Sweet Maple melts hearts with her affectionate personality — though she may also politely request a bite of your lunch.

Health note: FIV+ and early kidney disease managed with prescription food.

Pom Pom

Fluffy Gentleman • Loyal Shadow • Professional Cuddler

Pom Pom is a long-haired sweetheart rescued from a hoarding situation who adores attention and happily follows his humans from room to room.

Health note: kidney disease.

Pumbaa

Tuxedo Charmer • Toy Chaser • Social Butterfly

Always dressed for the occasion in his tuxedo coat, Pumbaa is playful, friendly, and gets along with everyone he meets.

Reese Whiskerspoon

Churu Connoisseur • Shy Sweetheart • Heart Stealer

Reese Whiskerspoon may start shy, but once she trusts you she reveals her cuddly, affectionate side — especially if Churu treats are involved.

About March Meowdness

March Meowdness is a friendly, bracket-style competition where BAA cats go head-to-head to see who will be crowned Brooklyn’s Coolest Cat.

Every vote supports rescue, medical care, and the journey to a loving home.

You can cast one free vote in each matchup.
Want to help your favorite cat advance? Donate to boost their vote count.

How to Play

• Cats compete head-to-head in bracket matchups.
• Each matchup includes one free vote. Vote for free here: https://forms.gle/EbsLmDBj6Z1JgNTD6
• Donations unlock additional votes: $1 = 1 vote for that cat.
• The cat with the most votes advances.

What Your Vote Makes Possible

Funds raised through March Meowdness help cover:

Emergency and routine medical care
Spay/neuter and vaccinations
Daily care for kittens and cats awaiting homes

Every vote helps ensure we can keep saying yes to animals who need us.

Ready to Play?

Choose a cat, cast your votes by donating, and help your favorite cat advance.

Voting closes Thursday at 11:00 pm, when we'll tally the votes and move on to the Final Four round.

Vote for Free Now → https://forms.gle/EbsLmDBj6Z1JgNTD6

🐾 Meet the Competitors

Sixteen incredible BAA cats are facing off in this year’s March Meowdness bracket.
Behind every furry face is a real story. Many of these cats have overcome incredible odds and are still waiting for their forever homes. Now they're competing with their biggest strengths: their personalities!

Scroll to meet the competitors and vote for your favorite to help them advance.

⭐ Individual Cats

Ashford

Shy Gentleman • Attitude Included • Glow-Up King

Ashford may be shy at first, but once he warms up he’s happy to accept pets and show off his funny personality (with a little attitude thrown in for good measure). Rescued from the brink when he could no longer eat, a dental procedure and lots of care gave him the glow-up he deserved.

Health note: FIV+

Bernie Smokes

Gentle Giant • Chirp Communicator • Snack Champion

Bernie Smokes is a big boy with an even bigger heart who’s slowly learning that people can be trusted. He’s been nominated Rookie of the Year for his brave new skill of approaching for pets and often chirps to communicate with his teammates.

Camellia

Toy Thief • Chest Sleeper • Cuddlebug

Camellia still has the playful spirit of a kitten and makes sure her humans start the day with fun. She’s known to drag toys into bed each morning before settling in for snuggles.

Carolanne

Party Host • Cotton-Candy Sweet • Snuggle Enthusiast

Carolanne is a cotton-candy sweetie who enjoys entertaining herself but is equally happy curled up beside her humans. With lots of experience hosting visitors, she happily makes herself the center of attention at any gathering.

Destiny

Toilet-Trained Queen • Friendly All-Star • Waiting Patiently

Destiny is friendly, playful, affectionate, and incredibly easy to live with. She even mastered toilet training, making her one of the most talented cats in the competition. Shockingly, she has been waiting since 2024 for her forever home.

Dow Jones

Survivor • Snuggler • Certified Mush

Dow Jones was rescued from death’s door and came back swinging with endless love for his humans. A true snuggle professional, he’s happiest curled up beside you on the couch or in bed.

Health note: FIV+ and asthma managed with medication.

Greysen

Window Watcher • Loyal Shadow • Castle King

Now fully recovered from dental surgery, Greysen is back to his favorite activities: shadowing his human and birdwatching from the best sunny window in the house.

Health note: FIV+ but asymptomatic.

Maple

Tender Heart • Catnip Enthusiast • Sandwich Inspector

Maple is a sweet and gentle girl whose quirky personality shines through when she plays with catnip toys or politely begs for a bite of your turkey sandwich.

Health note: FIV+ and early kidney disease managed with prescription food.

Pom Pom

Fluffy Gentleman • Loyal Shadow • Professional Cuddler

Pom Pom is a long-haired sweetheart rescued from a hoarding situation who adores attention and happily follows his humans from room to room.

Health note: kidney disease.

Pumbaa

Tuxedo Gentleman • Toy Chaser • Social Butterfly

Always dressed for the occasion in his tuxedo coat, Pumbaa is playful, friendly, and gets along with everyone he meets.

Reese Whiskerspoon

Churu Connoisseur • Shy Sweetheart • Heart Stealer

Reese Whiskerspoon may start shy, but once she trusts you she reveals her cuddly, affectionate side — especially if Churu treats are involved.

⭐ Dynamic Duos

Some competitors come as built-in teams: bonded pairs who bring double the personality and double the love.

Baby Scottie + Noah

Brother Comeback • Snuggle Pros • Gentle Boys

These brothers overcame a rough start in life and blossomed into incredibly affectionate companions thanks to the care of their foster. Their strong bond makes them a truly special pair. They’ve been waiting since 2024 for someone to notice them!

Becca + Birdie

Velcro Duo • Bedtime Huggers • Purr Machines

Becca and Birdie follow their humans everywhere, and Birdie even hugs people while they sleep while gently purring.

Cosmo + Luna

Lap Legends • Loyal Pair • Forever Teammates

Cosmo and Luna are inseparable sweethearts who love curling up in warm laps together. They’ve been waiting since 2024 for someone to recognize the champions within.

Health note: Cosmo is FeLV+.

Simon + Cuddles

Confident Pair • Pet Enthusiasts • Hangout Experts

Simon and Cuddles are outgoing cats who love attention and happily keep their humans company.

Health note: Cuddles has allergies and eats prescription food.

Tony + Ferris

Shadow Squad • Playtime Pros • Attention Magnets

Tony and Ferris are an energetic, affectionate duo. Tony follows you everywhere while Ferris stays glued to your side.

Adoption Note

All cats featured are currently adoptable. If a cat finds a forever home during the competition, we’ll celebrate their adoption and share updates along the way - because that's the real win.

Ready to Play?

Choose a cat, cast your votes by donating, and help your favorite cat advance.

Voting closes Thursday at 11:00 pm, when we'll tally the votes and move on to the Final Four round.

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March Meowdness

Sixteen adoptable cats. One very cute bracket. And a whole lot of lifesaving impact.

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