A good bio is the first step to a successful adoption. To create compelling cat bios, it’s best to be specific and tell a story about the cat or kitten. Below are helpful lists of examples of descriptive elements you can use.
These traits can be helpful in describing the unique personalities of our cats in their bios, but sometimes it can be hard to think of adjectives to describe our furry friends. So here are 50 personality trait examples that can be used to describe cats. Please choose at least 2, but feel free to add your own to the paragraph box for this question below.
Playful, Affectionate, Friendly, Curious, Loyal, Energetic, Calm, Social, Intelligent, Adorable, Gentle, Loving, Mischievous, Charming, Outgoing, Talkative, Cuddly, Sweet, Confident, Easygoing, Graceful, Quirky, Playful, Eager, Spirited, Brave, Relaxed, Shy, Sensitive, Affectionate, Adventurous, Agile, Alert, Mellow, Observant, Patient, Polite, Laid-back, Cooperative, Bold, Vocal, Clever, Warm-hearted, Enthusiastic, Inquisitive, Empathetic, Cheerful, Affable, Graceful, and Trustworthy.
These positive framings can help convey any special needs a cat may have in a way that encourages potential adopters to provide the care and support needed.
50 ways to positively frame special needs in cat bios:
1. Thrives with a routine
2. Benefits from a structured environment
3. Responds well to gentle guidance
4. Shows progress with consistent care
5. Requires a specific diet (mention type)
6. Will flourish with patient training
7. Enjoys a calm and quiet setting
8. Appreciates a consistent schedule
9. Loves extra attention and care
10. Seeks a supportive and understanding owner
11. Excels with a compassionate guardian
12. Blossoms with nurturing guidance
13. Requires minor accommodations
14. Shows potential for growth
15. Responds positively to routine care
16. Adapts well to a loving home
17. Benefits from a loving touch
18. Requires minimal adjustments
19. Responds favorably to gentle handling
20. Thrives with a little extra love
21. Progresses with positive reinforcement
22. Flourishes in a stress-free environment
23. Adapts easily to a loving routine
24. Enjoys a calm and patient approach
25. Responds well to understanding owners
26. Shines with compassionate care
27. Excels in a supportive setting
28. Shows potential for improvement
29. Thrives in a loving atmosphere
30. Requires minimal special care
31. Responds positively to gentle treatment
32. Blossoms with loving attention
33. Benefits from a calm and patient owner
34. Adjusts well to a nurturing home
35. Adapts favorably to a loving guardian
36. Requires minor adjustments with ease
37. Responds well to a loving touch
38. Progresses with supportive guidance
39. Thrives in a loving and nurturing home
40. Excels with a compassionate caregiver
41. Adapts easily to a positive routine
42. Requires minimal accommodations with care
43. Shows potential for positive change
44. Responds well to a kind and patient approach
45. Flourishes with understanding owners
46. Shines with a loving and supportive atmosphere
47. Enjoys a calm and gentle treatment
48. Excels in a stress-free and loving environment
49. Adjusts favorably to a nurturing atmosphere
50. Benefits from a loving and patient owner
These phrases can help create vivid descriptions of a cat's favorite activities and unique characteristics in their bios, making them more appealing to potential adopters. Share what you love most about your foster feline familiar! See the list below for some examples.
50 phrases to describe a cat's favorite things and other characteristics:
1. Favorite toy: [Specify]
2. Enjoys lounging in sunny spots
3. Loves interactive playtime
4. Has a charming purr
5. Shows affection with head-butts
6. Bright, expressive eyes
7. Has a soft and luxurious coat
8. Enjoys gazing out the window
9. Curled up with a good book
10. Has a playful streak
11. Enjoys exploring new spaces
12. Graceful and elegant movements
13. Eager to be a loyal companion
14. Enjoys being pampered
15. Has a heartwarming meow
16. Always ready for cuddles
17. Keeps you entertained with antics
18. Known for its endearing habits
19. Will make you smile every day
20. A loving presence in any home
21. Favorite pastime: [Specify]
22. Finds joy in bird-watching
23. Enjoys a cozy blanket
24. Loves chin scratches
25. Appreciates a sunny napping spot
26. Often found purring on laps
27. Delights in chasing laser pointers
28. Loves to knead with paws
29. Enjoys playing hide-and-seek
30. Known for its graceful leaps
31. Finds comfort in gentle strokes
32. Charms with expressive tail flicks
33. Captivates with soulful eyes
34. Enjoys a good belly rub
35. Finds peace in quiet moments
36. Warms hearts with its presence
37. Delights in toy mice
38. Loves to explore cardboard boxes
39. Often seen perched on high surfaces
40. Charms with a contented purr
41. Enjoys lounging on the couch
42. Delights in feathered toys
43. Charms with playful antics
44. Finds solace in cozy hideaways
45. Eagerly awaits mealtime
46. Enjoys being brushed gently
47. Charms with its unique quirks
48. Finds joy in chasing shadows
49. Loves to bask in the sun
50. Captivates with its endearing personality
Most of us have a camera roll that is filled with pictures of our pets, fosters and permanent alike, and that type of fun relatable content can really help increase the likelihood of someone sharing a post about an adoptable pet, and therefore reach more potential adopters and volunteers. The more visibility we can give to them and their unique personalities, the better their odds someone will fall in love with them online.
Here are some tips for taking better pictures of cats for your online posting and adoption listings:
Use natural light: Take photos in natural light, such as by a window or in a catio.
You can try catching the cat sleeping in a beam of sunlight, gazing out of a window, curled up in a box, or climbing on furniture.
Avoid using a flash
Bring cat toys: You can try dangling a toy next to the camera lens to get the cat to look into the camera.
Get down low: Shooting from above minimizes the subject, so try shooting from their eye level.
Play with different settings and functions: You can try using HDR, timer, and burst modes.
Focus on the face: You can zoom in for close-ups of the cat's face. Portrait mode on most smart phones can add depth to the shot.
Edit and revise: use free tools like Canva to edit your pictures and use layouts to make them eye catching.