A Happy Update On Miele, The Court Street Appliance Store Cat

Miele, the former Court Street Appliance Store cat in October 2017.

Who in Carroll Gardens could use some good neighborhood news after yesterday's building collapse?

You may remember that back in October 2017, one of Carroll Gardens' friendliest store cats was looking for a new home. Miele, a then-7 year old female tabby with white markings, was known to many in the neighborhood for greeting passers-by on the sidewalk and for sunbathing in the shop window of Expert Appliance Center at 293 Court Street.

The appliance store vacated its Court Street location that November to move to 212 Smith Street, where it is still currently located. Unfortunately, the store owner was unable to take Miele to the new location and he could not take Miele to his home since his son is allergic.
However, the owner was committed to finding the cat a new home.

We are happy to report that Miele, who was named after the German appliance manufacturer, did indeed find a loving new place two and a half years ago.

Yesterday, we received a lovely email from her new human, C. Claiborne Ray, who writes:
Hi, I just wanted to thank you for posting the story about Miele, the cat who used to run Expert Appliance's shop on Court Street. She has been living with me since they moved to Smith Street -- in October of of 2017! As you may recall, the new location does not allow cats and she needed a new position.

The guys were sorry to see her go, which I can certainly understand. She is a really good companion for my long self-quarantine, has caught (and eaten) several rather large mice, and never scratches the furniture. She sharpens her claws exclusively on cardboard boxes and a designated scratching post, and I always make sure to have a box of some kind for her to sleep on.

Miele had many fans at the store, and something I really feel bad about is that I have never had her former people visit her on Bond Street. I am sure if she saw her former staff, she would remember them. In fact, I have to be very careful never to let her escape, despite many clever efforts to do so, because she would almost certainly head for the old store, which of course isn't there anymore.

Anyway, you have my sincere admiration for keeping track of neighborhood issues, both large and small. I have attached the original picture of her with her namesake appliance brand and some more recent shots. She isn't losing any weight! She still has her Greenie snack habit and has developed a serious catnip addiction, but luckily it is a legal drug in our state.C. Claiborne Ray sent along some photos of Miele to show us how the happy feline is spending her days.
Now, isn't it nice to get some good news?

Miele in 2020 in her new home

photos by C. Claiborne Ray

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Court Street Smiles: New Dentist Practice Opens In Carroll Gardens

A new dental practice has just opened its doors at 293 Court Street here in Carroll Gardens and it appears to be a nice addition to the neighborhood. Court Street Smiles offers services for the entire family, from general dentistry to periodontics, orthodontics, pediatric dentistry, as well as cosmetic services. 

According to its website, the practice offers "services in updated treatment rooms where you may enjoy blankets, stereo headphones and other luxuries that ensure you’re relaxed and calm."

Services are provided by Abhinav Sinha, DMD, Rona Salomon, DDS, Keith Heller, DDS, Scott Schwartz DDS, Jorge Matos, DDS and Navid Baradarian, DDS.

Have you tried Court Street Smiles yet? 

For those looking for Expert Appliance Center, which occupied this space until recently, the business has relocated to 212 Smith Street.

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Miele, The Court Street Appliance Store Cat, Needs A New Home.

Miele, the cat.

One of Carroll Gardens' friendliest store cats its urgently looking for a new home. Miele, a female tabby with white markings, has delighted many in the neighborhood by sunbathing in the shop window of Expert Appliance Center at 293 Court Street for the past few years.
On November 1, the appliance store will be moving to  212 Smith Street, but the landlord at the new location, who lives in the building, is allergic to cats. So is the son of the appliance store owner, otherwise, he would take Miele to his home.

Miele, who is named after the German manufacturer, whose appliances are sold at the store, is a real character and as friendly as can be. She is is 7 years old.  Her only quirk: she does not like dogs.
The owner and the employees at the store are committed to finding her the best home.

Any wonderful locals out there who would like to adopt Miele and keep her right here in the neighborhood?  Please, please?


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