This is the time of year when we enjoy being with our families and resting inside on long, dark, cold evenings. We are getting ready to celebrate the holidays by sharing meals and gifts with loved ones.
That is why shelter staff and volunteers are really hoping to help a group of senior pets that linger at the shelter. These are older pets that get passed over by potential adopters due to their age.
As an adopter of an older dog that was considered a “hospice” dog, I have to tell you that saving an older pet is the absolute best, most rewarding experience! I enjoyed years with a senior shelter pet that sat for months in a kennel. Each and every day she was with us, she showed such a deep love and appreciation. Puppies don’t give you that.
This Christmas season, we would like for you to consider adopting a pet that comes to you already trained, socialized and home-ready.
These three don’t deserve to be in a kennel this Christmas.
Gwyneth. Oh my goodness, we adore this chubby, snuggly and housebroken girl!
We have to walk her first each day as she would never even consider having an accident in her kennel. Yes, she loves to eat.
But honestly, who doesn’t? She just wants a person or family that will let her sit by them while watching Netflix, and maybe drop a couple pieces of popcorn and give her some love. You will never feel more loved than from our friend.
Milburn. This graying 8-year-old boy (see photo above) was found wandering Beech Island, and he is precious! Calm and sweet, Milburn appears to be blind in one eye. He appreciates the warm blankets that people have donated, but needs a home, not a kennel. Our sweet friend is easy. He doesn’t require trips to the park or a lot of grooming. You won’t even notice him, well except that he will watch you in adoration.
Noah. This Tabby is the chubbiest boy that loves to knead his paws on you or the nearest blanket. At 10 years old, Noah was surrendered to the shelter
because sadly, someone in his home became allergic to cats. This big boy weighs 18 pounds! That is the coolest! There is nothing better than a big, huggable cat! I was shocked when I met him in the noisy shelter. He was calm and appreciated me rubbing him and even putting my forehead to his. What more can you ask for?
Senior pets still have a lot of love to give. They are the easiest ones and these three are all sponsored to good homes.
Let’s remember that it is the season of giving. Giving love, not giving presents.
Their lives are in our hands.
By Kathy Cagle, FOTAS Programs Coordinator
