The FIRST applicant for Connie went to the Shelter to bring the tax bill and fell in love with Manny, a cat at the Shelter, and decided to adopt him. The SECOND applicant for Connie went to the Shelter to bring paperwork and fell in love with Debbie, a cat at the Shelter, and decided to adopt her. Today I took a THIRD hold on Connie. Hopefully three times is a charm!! This applicant is very anxious and even went home and brought a copy of her tax bill back to PetSmart to speed the adoption process. The first two applicants still adopted cats from the Shelter so it is all good!!
The applicant for Brandon was finally contacted by the Shelter and they no longer want to adopt him. They were told they could pick up the hold money at PetSmart. Apparently they had adopted a cat from some where else. Brandon appears to be none the worse for wear. He and Midnight were transferred to the big cage today and last I checked they were having a ball!
On Saturday Judy M took a hold on Chuckie. The application is at the Shelter for review. (By the way Judy...nice job on the paperwork!!) Also, on Saturday Judy chatted with Nero's new dad. After spending a day in hiding he appears to have settled in!
Two new kitties arrived today...Smudge and Freckles. Freckles is a friendly girl that likes to play. Smudge is a shy little girl but is quite a cuddler. They are both white. This group right now is a really nice mix of colors!!
If you see that we are getting low on paper please tell the manager. Do not wait until it is all gone. The paper is bought from Lowe's and the managers go to the store to buy it when the supply gets low.
Sunday, January 28, 2007
Thursday, January 25, 2007
Happy Homes For Nero and Smokester
The applications for Nero and Smokester were approved and both cats went home last night. How exciting!!
Two holds were taken last night on Connie - it seems she is in demand. When I stopped in the store today she seemed a little full of herself!
You can expect two new arrivals on Sunday. A final decision on exactly who will be joining the clan at PetSmart has yet to be made. I will keep you posted!
Two holds were taken last night on Connie - it seems she is in demand. When I stopped in the store today she seemed a little full of herself!
You can expect two new arrivals on Sunday. A final decision on exactly who will be joining the clan at PetSmart has yet to be made. I will keep you posted!
Tuesday, January 23, 2007
Two More Holds
I took two holds today at PetSmart - one on Smokester and one on Nero. Both seem to be good applications and are being forwarded to the Shelter for review. Brandon still has a hold pending.
Chucky got very anxious when I took him out of the cage and put him down on the floor. He tried to climb up the cages and got stuck and ended up looking through the bars at Midnight who proceeded to hiss and growl at him. In an attempt to get away from Midnight he kept climbing right past Cathy and lost his hold when he reached up and grabbed the plastic tray full of toys. Needless to say Chucky went flying along with the toys and empty food and water bowls next to the toys. It all made quite a racket! One of the managers came running to see if everything was okay! Chucky then ran into the cat carrier in the adoption room and jammed himself as far into the back of it as he could. I let him settle down for a little while before I put him back in the cage. So...be careful...Chucky needs a little more time to settle in!
Chucky got very anxious when I took him out of the cage and put him down on the floor. He tried to climb up the cages and got stuck and ended up looking through the bars at Midnight who proceeded to hiss and growl at him. In an attempt to get away from Midnight he kept climbing right past Cathy and lost his hold when he reached up and grabbed the plastic tray full of toys. Needless to say Chucky went flying along with the toys and empty food and water bowls next to the toys. It all made quite a racket! One of the managers came running to see if everything was okay! Chucky then ran into the cat carrier in the adoption room and jammed himself as far into the back of it as he could. I let him settle down for a little while before I put him back in the cage. So...be careful...Chucky needs a little more time to settle in!
Monday, January 22, 2007
Violet Goes Home!
Violet went home on Saturday. She is going to a big house with kids and a couple of dogs! She is a surprise for a fourteen year old young lady who will be her primary caretaker. Something tells me Violet is in for a good life!!
Three new guys were brought to PetSmart on Sunday. Connie and Smokester are both females and although they are not litter mates they were roommates at the Shelter. They are in the big cage. Cathy was moved to a smaller cage. Chucky also arrived on Sunday. He is part of the Open Your Heart And Home progam so his adoption fee is $10. Chucky came to the Shelter when he was about five weeks old so he has spent nearly his entire life in a cage. A decision was made to put Midnight in the Open Your Heart And Home program as well so his adoption fee has been lowered to $10. He also came to the shelter a few weeks old and has spent his life in a cage. Chucky and Midnight are on the fast track for adoption!
Remember Chocolate Chip?? He was adopted from the Shelter last week.
Paperwork, paperwork, paperwork... I know this issue seems to come up often!! Anyone who would like extra training in completing the paperwork for holds, adoption applications and sending a cat home please let me know. Between Sue and Tom (employees at the Shelter), someone is available seven days a week at the Shelter to help with training. This may be easier than trying to arrange a time to meet me at PetSmart. Let me know if you would like to meet with Tom or Sue and I will set it up for you.
Three new guys were brought to PetSmart on Sunday. Connie and Smokester are both females and although they are not litter mates they were roommates at the Shelter. They are in the big cage. Cathy was moved to a smaller cage. Chucky also arrived on Sunday. He is part of the Open Your Heart And Home progam so his adoption fee is $10. Chucky came to the Shelter when he was about five weeks old so he has spent nearly his entire life in a cage. A decision was made to put Midnight in the Open Your Heart And Home program as well so his adoption fee has been lowered to $10. He also came to the shelter a few weeks old and has spent his life in a cage. Chucky and Midnight are on the fast track for adoption!
Remember Chocolate Chip?? He was adopted from the Shelter last week.
Paperwork, paperwork, paperwork... I know this issue seems to come up often!! Anyone who would like extra training in completing the paperwork for holds, adoption applications and sending a cat home please let me know. Between Sue and Tom (employees at the Shelter), someone is available seven days a week at the Shelter to help with training. This may be easier than trying to arrange a time to meet me at PetSmart. Let me know if you would like to meet with Tom or Sue and I will set it up for you.
Thursday, January 18, 2007
A Family Reunited! CB Goes Home!
CB went home last night. He was adopted by a radio DJ and Barb A's husband heard him talking on the radio about the adoption. Looks like CB is going to be famous!
Blossom (aka Roxanna) was reunited with her family today and left with her mom. Apparently last weekend mom's thirteen year old daughter went into PetSmart and saw Blossom and recognized her as a cat they had lost in May!! Mom came into the store and lo and behold it was her Roxanna!! Thanks to a microchip implanted by the Shelter that won't happen again.
Brandon has a hold and the application is at the Shelter for review. Violet has two holds pending right now. Both applications are being reviewed.
I was afraid that CB's leaving would be difficult for Cathy but it looks like I was wrong. While at PetSmart today I thought she seemed friendlier and more relaxed. She sure is pretty! Unfortunately the hold on her has been pulled as the adoption application was not approved.
I taped the directions for taking a hold and completing an adoption application on the wall of the adoption room as well as to the top of the adoption cart. Applications that do not have a hold with a cash deposit will not be processed. PLEASE make sure to get the deposit! Also, review the applications and make sure they are complete and every applicable question is answered. If the applicant owns their property the Shelter requires a copy of their tax bill. If the applicant rents their property the Shelter requires a copy of the lease or a letter from their landlord saying pets are permitted. These documents can be faxed to the Shelter. PLEASE follow these directions as not doing so only slows down the adoption process. Again, all the directions are right in the adoption room to guide you along.
Blossom (aka Roxanna) was reunited with her family today and left with her mom. Apparently last weekend mom's thirteen year old daughter went into PetSmart and saw Blossom and recognized her as a cat they had lost in May!! Mom came into the store and lo and behold it was her Roxanna!! Thanks to a microchip implanted by the Shelter that won't happen again.
Brandon has a hold and the application is at the Shelter for review. Violet has two holds pending right now. Both applications are being reviewed.
I was afraid that CB's leaving would be difficult for Cathy but it looks like I was wrong. While at PetSmart today I thought she seemed friendlier and more relaxed. She sure is pretty! Unfortunately the hold on her has been pulled as the adoption application was not approved.
I taped the directions for taking a hold and completing an adoption application on the wall of the adoption room as well as to the top of the adoption cart. Applications that do not have a hold with a cash deposit will not be processed. PLEASE make sure to get the deposit! Also, review the applications and make sure they are complete and every applicable question is answered. If the applicant owns their property the Shelter requires a copy of their tax bill. If the applicant rents their property the Shelter requires a copy of the lease or a letter from their landlord saying pets are permitted. These documents can be faxed to the Shelter. PLEASE follow these directions as not doing so only slows down the adoption process. Again, all the directions are right in the adoption room to guide you along.
Sunday, January 14, 2007
Lots Going On!!!
What do you think of the new layout for the blog? Pretty snazzy, huh!! It is absolutely no different to maneuver - the calendar is still on the right and the first link you see. The archives are located after the links - just scroll down. I'll try to keep things interesting by occasionally changing the picture.
I have great news!! Napoleon went home on Friday as scheduled. There are holds on Violet, Cathy and CB! Wow! The adoption applications are at the Shelter for review. No, Cathy and CB will not be going home together if the applications are approved. I am sure they will miss each other but it is for the best, right?
Three new kitties arrived today and, as usual, they are wonderful. You will meet little Ellie, a female gray tabby with an exotic little face, Blossom, a BIG fluffy lovable calico, and Nero, a black and white boy without a tail. It had to be amputated but believe me, he is no worse for wear and is quite handsome!! You guys will love all three of our new furry friends!
Wednesday night a woman is coming in with her kitty from home. She is interested in adopting Brandon or Ellie but wants to see how her kitty interacts with them. If her cat is as well-behaved as ours there should be no problem!
I think 2007 is going to be a good year for Cape May County's animals!!
I have great news!! Napoleon went home on Friday as scheduled. There are holds on Violet, Cathy and CB! Wow! The adoption applications are at the Shelter for review. No, Cathy and CB will not be going home together if the applications are approved. I am sure they will miss each other but it is for the best, right?
Three new kitties arrived today and, as usual, they are wonderful. You will meet little Ellie, a female gray tabby with an exotic little face, Blossom, a BIG fluffy lovable calico, and Nero, a black and white boy without a tail. It had to be amputated but believe me, he is no worse for wear and is quite handsome!! You guys will love all three of our new furry friends!
Wednesday night a woman is coming in with her kitty from home. She is interested in adopting Brandon or Ellie but wants to see how her kitty interacts with them. If her cat is as well-behaved as ours there should be no problem!
I think 2007 is going to be a good year for Cape May County's animals!!
Thursday, January 11, 2007
Napoleon is Going Home!!!
Arrangements are being made for Napoleon to go home!! The adoption application has been approved and hopefully he will go to his forever home on Friday. He is going to bring alot of joy to his new home - I will miss his handsome face.
Remember Becky? Who could forget her?? I heard from her dad and he said she is fine and meows constantly! Apparently she is quite vocal.
Look for some new guys soon - on Sunday we should have some new arrivals.
The schedule looks GREAT for January and February! Thank you so much!! I will start hounding you for March before you know it!
Remember Becky? Who could forget her?? I heard from her dad and he said she is fine and meows constantly! Apparently she is quite vocal.
Look for some new guys soon - on Sunday we should have some new arrivals.
The schedule looks GREAT for January and February! Thank you so much!! I will start hounding you for March before you know it!
Thursday, January 04, 2007
First Adoption For 2007
Happy New Year!!
Baron went home Wednesday night. He is our first adoption for 2007! Fifty-one cats went home in 2006 between June 17 and December 31. This number should double in 2007. Thank you for all your effort!
Apparently the key to the adoption room has been misplaced. If anyone has any ideas on where it may be please let me know. For now the managers have been opening the door for us with their key. Until the key is replaced be careful not to lock yourself out once the manager opens the door.
Take a look at the February schedule and let me know what you can do.
Baron went home Wednesday night. He is our first adoption for 2007! Fifty-one cats went home in 2006 between June 17 and December 31. This number should double in 2007. Thank you for all your effort!
Apparently the key to the adoption room has been misplaced. If anyone has any ideas on where it may be please let me know. For now the managers have been opening the door for us with their key. Until the key is replaced be careful not to lock yourself out once the manager opens the door.
Take a look at the February schedule and let me know what you can do.
Saturday, December 23, 2006
Three Go Home For The Holidays
It was a great day at PetSmart!! Hobbes went home and so did Oreo and Razzle! Oreo and Razzle were adopted together which is wonderful!
CB came back today along with five new guys - Patsy, Brandon, Baron, Midnight and Violet. It is another great bunch! Brandon and Baron are brothers who have been in the same cage at the Shelter. Please keep the door open between their cages as they love each other's company. Cathy and CB were chasing each other around the big cage this afternoon and having a ball!
Each cat has a page on PetFinder which a picture and a biography. From now on we will display the information from the PetFinder site on the front of the cages. The Shelter cage cards will be put inside the cage room only. Whenever a new guy arrives the Shelter will include a print out from PetFinder. The page is then trimmed down to fit the clear holder on the front of the cage. It includes the bio, a picture and the adoption fee.
Merry Christmas!!
CB came back today along with five new guys - Patsy, Brandon, Baron, Midnight and Violet. It is another great bunch! Brandon and Baron are brothers who have been in the same cage at the Shelter. Please keep the door open between their cages as they love each other's company. Cathy and CB were chasing each other around the big cage this afternoon and having a ball!
Each cat has a page on PetFinder which a picture and a biography. From now on we will display the information from the PetFinder site on the front of the cages. The Shelter cage cards will be put inside the cage room only. Whenever a new guy arrives the Shelter will include a print out from PetFinder. The page is then trimmed down to fit the clear holder on the front of the cage. It includes the bio, a picture and the adoption fee.
Merry Christmas!!
Friday, December 22, 2006
Lydia Is Home For Christmas
Lydia went home for Christmas Wednesday night! One of our volunteers was quite smitten with her and now she is part of her family. Lydia really came out of her shell at PetSmart. Thank you all for being so patient with her! Hobbes is going home on Saturday.
Arrangements are being made with the Shelter to bring four more kitties on Saturday. CB's eye is doing well and he will be back soon, too.
Thanks to everyone who attended the dinner on Monday night. It was quite a success! I hope those who were unable to attend can make it next year. Everyone had a good time.
If you are scheduled to clean and feed on Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve or New Year's Day please make note that PetSmart has special hours on these days and will be closing at 6PM. Christmas Day the store is closed but a manager comes in to take care of the store's animals and gives us access to the cats. That shift is covered.
I know everyone is busy with Christmas just a few days away. Once things have calmed down please take a look at the January schedule. It is just about full with the exception of the following mornings: 19th (Fri), 22nd (Mon), 26th (Fri) and 29th (Mon). Let me know if you can cover any of these days.
Have a wonderful Christmas and thank you for everything you have done all year long!!
Arrangements are being made with the Shelter to bring four more kitties on Saturday. CB's eye is doing well and he will be back soon, too.
Thanks to everyone who attended the dinner on Monday night. It was quite a success! I hope those who were unable to attend can make it next year. Everyone had a good time.
If you are scheduled to clean and feed on Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve or New Year's Day please make note that PetSmart has special hours on these days and will be closing at 6PM. Christmas Day the store is closed but a manager comes in to take care of the store's animals and gives us access to the cats. That shift is covered.
I know everyone is busy with Christmas just a few days away. Once things have calmed down please take a look at the January schedule. It is just about full with the exception of the following mornings: 19th (Fri), 22nd (Mon), 26th (Fri) and 29th (Mon). Let me know if you can cover any of these days.
Have a wonderful Christmas and thank you for everything you have done all year long!!
Sunday, December 17, 2006
Joey, Hobbes and Santa
The dogs and their owners loved Santa at PetSmart on Saturday! It was a great success! Thanks again to Doug and Patti for their help. Here is a picture of the three of us between photo shoots with the dogs.
Joey went home on Saturday. Cathy, CB's sister, a pretty calico, was brought down to PetSmart on Friday. She is a little shy so be patient with her. Now that Joey has gone home we can put Cathy in the big cage with CB once she appears to have settled in.
Hobbes got a hold on Saturday and the application looks good! Here's a first...a woman went into the adoption room and captured Oreo and her antics on video to send to her mother in Pittsburg. She thinks her mother would love Oreo and will be sending her the video by computer. Let's hope it's a match!
On Friday Heidi, a staff attendant from the Shelter, went to PetSmart and trimmed the cats' claws and cleaned their ears. Lydia was not cooperating so Heidi was unable to get her claws done. However, she was able to do everyone else.
We put some pieces of non-skid matting under the shelf pieces in the big cage and rearranged the structure. Hopefully this will rectify the slipping problem. The remainder of the roll of matting is under the cages in a cabinet for future use.
CAUTION: Twice last week cats were found roaming free in the cage room. Double check the cages when you leave and make sure when you arrive you close the outside door behind you before opening the door to the cat cages. Can you imagine trying to capture a kitty that gets loose in the store?!!
Thursday, December 14, 2006
Good Bye, Scooter! Welcome New Volunteers!!
Scooter went home last night!! I am sure that makes everyone happy! Four applications were taken on him before the right match was finally made.
Yesterday I met with four new volunteers at PetSmart. Welcome Christina, Denise, Judy and Caroline! It appears our new volunteers have an interest in manning the adoption table which is wonderful! You will note on the schedule that in addition to Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays the adoption table will be open Friday nights
through January.
LAST CHANCE... To date we have 83 people attending the dinner at the Golden Inn on Monday, December 18. If you would like to attend and have yet to RSVP please contact me ASAP. I am giving the Golden Inn our final headcount Friday afternoon.
Yesterday I met with four new volunteers at PetSmart. Welcome Christina, Denise, Judy and Caroline! It appears our new volunteers have an interest in manning the adoption table which is wonderful! You will note on the schedule that in addition to Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays the adoption table will be open Friday nights
through January.
LAST CHANCE... To date we have 83 people attending the dinner at the Golden Inn on Monday, December 18. If you would like to attend and have yet to RSVP please contact me ASAP. I am giving the Golden Inn our final headcount Friday afternoon.
Thursday, December 07, 2006
Three Pending Holds
REMINDER...if you plan to attend the dinner on December 18 at the Golden Inn please let me know ASAP! I would love to see you all there!
Little Razzle, Scooter and Joey have pending holds. Joey's application has been approved and the new owner has been notified by the Shelter. However, he will not go home until December 16. Razzle actually had two holds but the first one, taken last Sunday, was cancelled by the applicant. Apparently someone in the house is allergic to cats. Luckily Barb A had taken a second hold for Razzle Wednesday night. Scooter has two pending holds and the applications are now at the Shelter being reviewed.
Should someone else want to put a hold on Joey please explain that his adoption has been approved but still take the second hold. As you can see the adoption is not complete until the kitty is picked up and taken home.
I have had a report that intermittenly small blood droplets are being seen in Scooter's cage however it is not in his litterbox nor is there any sign of injury on his body. The medical department at the Shelter has been advised of this. I suspect it is coming out when he sneezes.
On December 16 and December 17 from 11a-4p volunteers for the Cape May County Animal Shelter Alliance will be at PetSmart dressed as Santa and Santa's helpers for pictures of customers and their pets. (My husband will be Santa and I will be his helper on December 16!!) 50% of the money generated will go directly to the Shelter Alliance. Please tell your friends, co-workers, family members, neighbors, etc to bring their pet down and support a wonderful organization. The cost for two Polaroid photos is only $9.95. If that weekend does not work for people tell them that this weekend (December 9 & 10) volunteers from the Animal Welfare Society will be there - another wonderful organization.
Little Razzle, Scooter and Joey have pending holds. Joey's application has been approved and the new owner has been notified by the Shelter. However, he will not go home until December 16. Razzle actually had two holds but the first one, taken last Sunday, was cancelled by the applicant. Apparently someone in the house is allergic to cats. Luckily Barb A had taken a second hold for Razzle Wednesday night. Scooter has two pending holds and the applications are now at the Shelter being reviewed.
Should someone else want to put a hold on Joey please explain that his adoption has been approved but still take the second hold. As you can see the adoption is not complete until the kitty is picked up and taken home.
I have had a report that intermittenly small blood droplets are being seen in Scooter's cage however it is not in his litterbox nor is there any sign of injury on his body. The medical department at the Shelter has been advised of this. I suspect it is coming out when he sneezes.
On December 16 and December 17 from 11a-4p volunteers for the Cape May County Animal Shelter Alliance will be at PetSmart dressed as Santa and Santa's helpers for pictures of customers and their pets. (My husband will be Santa and I will be his helper on December 16!!) 50% of the money generated will go directly to the Shelter Alliance. Please tell your friends, co-workers, family members, neighbors, etc to bring their pet down and support a wonderful organization. The cost for two Polaroid photos is only $9.95. If that weekend does not work for people tell them that this weekend (December 9 & 10) volunteers from the Animal Welfare Society will be there - another wonderful organization.
Saturday, December 02, 2006
Two Leave and Two Arrive!
Aden and Pierce went home as scheduled on Wednesday night. CB and Joey have been transferred to the big cage. They are litter mates and hopefully will also get a home together.
Two new guys went to PetSmart today - Napoleon and Razzle. Both are nice guys and settled right in. Napoleon had an issue with eating and immediately vomitting. At the Shelter he was put on special food and fed only half a bowl twice a day. He seems to be doing just fine. For now we are going to continue feeding him the same way. His food is in a zip lock bag in the big food bin. After this week we will mix his food with the Purina Cat Chow and wean him from the special diet. Hopefully this will be an easy transition.
Scooter has a hold and the application is now at the Shelter for review.
Mary M is out of commission for a while due to a knee injury. I covered her today on the adoption table and she is covered for December 16 (Sat). However I just noticed she is also on the schedule two more times this month - the evening of December 4 (Monday) and the evening of December 22 (Friday). Let me know if you can cover either evening.
Two new guys went to PetSmart today - Napoleon and Razzle. Both are nice guys and settled right in. Napoleon had an issue with eating and immediately vomitting. At the Shelter he was put on special food and fed only half a bowl twice a day. He seems to be doing just fine. For now we are going to continue feeding him the same way. His food is in a zip lock bag in the big food bin. After this week we will mix his food with the Purina Cat Chow and wean him from the special diet. Hopefully this will be an easy transition.
Scooter has a hold and the application is now at the Shelter for review.
Mary M is out of commission for a while due to a knee injury. I covered her today on the adoption table and she is covered for December 16 (Sat). However I just noticed she is also on the schedule two more times this month - the evening of December 4 (Monday) and the evening of December 22 (Friday). Let me know if you can cover either evening.
Monday, November 27, 2006
Aden & Pierce Staying Together
Tracey R took a hold from a great couple on Sunday for Aden & Pierce. The adoption application was approved today and arrangements are being made for the pair to go home together on Wednesday. Isn't that great news!
Just so you know...when someone adopts two pets from the County Shelter (and this includes PetSmart) the adoption fee for the second pet is reduced by 50%. Right now the Cape May County Animal Shelter Alliance is paying that 50% so the second guy has no adoption fee. To learn more about the CMC Animal Shelter Alliance and the work they do for the Shelter and Cape May County's animals just click on the eighth link to the right "CMCASA."
I know everyone is very busy around the Christmas holidays. Please take a minute and look at the December calendar. Someone is needed to clean the morning of December 14 (Thurs) and the evening of December 8 (Fri) & 29 (Fri). In addition the adoption table needs coverage on December 16 (Sat) and December 30 (Sat). Please keep January in mind as well and let me know what you can do.
Just so you know...when someone adopts two pets from the County Shelter (and this includes PetSmart) the adoption fee for the second pet is reduced by 50%. Right now the Cape May County Animal Shelter Alliance is paying that 50% so the second guy has no adoption fee. To learn more about the CMC Animal Shelter Alliance and the work they do for the Shelter and Cape May County's animals just click on the eighth link to the right "CMCASA."
I know everyone is very busy around the Christmas holidays. Please take a minute and look at the December calendar. Someone is needed to clean the morning of December 14 (Thurs) and the evening of December 8 (Fri) & 29 (Fri). In addition the adoption table needs coverage on December 16 (Sat) and December 30 (Sat). Please keep January in mind as well and let me know what you can do.
Monday, November 20, 2006
West Cape May Christmas Parade Is For The Dogs!
Barbara A is going to have a float in the West Cape May Cristmas parade on Saturday, December 2 that will represent the County Shelter along with Animal Outreach. The float is going to be a North Pole scene with an igloo and a mock dog sled travelling in front of the float. Barb needs volunteers to help her walk her dogs. Also, if you would like to bring your dog and join the group you are more than welcome. Decorate your pooch, dress warm and join Barb! The parade starts at 5pm and line up is at 4pm. If you would like to participate please let me know.
Sunday, November 19, 2006
Ginger Went Home, New Arrivals
Ginger went home today. Hopefully this home is a better fit. Tracey R took some time explaining how to introduce a new cat to the household. The new home does have one other cat. Ginger had better behave!
Scooter is back with us at PetSmart along with new arrivals, Joey and CB. Apparently Joey and CB are buddies. The Shelter vet tech asked that they be permitted to stay together so the door between their cages is open.
The reporter from the Press will let me know when the article will appear in the paper and I will let you all know. The photographer got some really nice shots of Hobbes! He looks right at the camera and poses!
You should have all received an invitation to the Shelter dinner at the Golden Inn in Avalon. I hope you can all make it. There is strength in numbers and coming together as a unit is how we can make a difference in addressing issues effecting animals in Cape May County. Please come out and meet the Shelter staff and Shelter Advisory Board and mingle with others who share your passion!
Scooter is back with us at PetSmart along with new arrivals, Joey and CB. Apparently Joey and CB are buddies. The Shelter vet tech asked that they be permitted to stay together so the door between their cages is open.
The reporter from the Press will let me know when the article will appear in the paper and I will let you all know. The photographer got some really nice shots of Hobbes! He looks right at the camera and poses!
You should have all received an invitation to the Shelter dinner at the Golden Inn in Avalon. I hope you can all make it. There is strength in numbers and coming together as a unit is how we can make a difference in addressing issues effecting animals in Cape May County. Please come out and meet the Shelter staff and Shelter Advisory Board and mingle with others who share your passion!
Thursday, November 16, 2006
Greaser Went Home, Scooter Is Fine
Greaser went home last night. Larissa S said his new mom is absolutely thrilled and Greaser will have a wonderful little life as a spoiled kitty! I am sure you will all miss his funny antics!!
Good news...Ginger got a hold last night! Let's hope this works out for her as she has been through so much.
I checked on Scooter yesterday and he is fine. He saw a vet and the sore on his leg is a "hot spot." In a few days he will return to Pet Smart.
On Saturday a reporter from the AC Press is going to interview me at the adoption table. This should generate interest in our program and get some publicity for the Shelter cats. Hopefully it will increase adoptions and also recruit some more volunteers.
Good news...Ginger got a hold last night! Let's hope this works out for her as she has been through so much.
I checked on Scooter yesterday and he is fine. He saw a vet and the sore on his leg is a "hot spot." In a few days he will return to Pet Smart.
On Saturday a reporter from the AC Press is going to interview me at the adoption table. This should generate interest in our program and get some publicity for the Shelter cats. Hopefully it will increase adoptions and also recruit some more volunteers.
Monday, November 13, 2006
Good Luck, Gunther !
Gunther went home on Sunday! Good for him! Unfortunately the family who was going to adopt Greaser decided against it due to an illness in the family. The Shelter will be contacting the second hold to let them know they may adopt Greaser.
Scooter has a sore spot on his right front paw so I took him to the Shelter to be looked at by the vet tech. As she cleaned the spot which appeared to be raw he did not even flinch. He is such a good boy! The tech theorizes the joint may be bothering him so he licks and chews at the area. He will see a vet this week and hopefully can return to Pet Smart soon.
The December calendar is really looking good however there is still some open spots. Friday nights need to be covered as well as a few Saturday mornings. Please take a look at it. Also, Katherine S has been doing every Monday morning for a long time and is headed to a warmer climate right after the holidays until mid-March. I will miss her dedication! So, Monday mornings will need to be filled starting January 1 until she returns.
To answer your questions about Thanksgiving and Christmas... The store is closed both days however a manager comes into the store mid-morning to take care of the animals and at that time we will have access to our guys. Both holidays are covered. Also, Tracey R has generously volunteered to clean and feed in the evening on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve.
Scooter has a sore spot on his right front paw so I took him to the Shelter to be looked at by the vet tech. As she cleaned the spot which appeared to be raw he did not even flinch. He is such a good boy! The tech theorizes the joint may be bothering him so he licks and chews at the area. He will see a vet this week and hopefully can return to Pet Smart soon.
The December calendar is really looking good however there is still some open spots. Friday nights need to be covered as well as a few Saturday mornings. Please take a look at it. Also, Katherine S has been doing every Monday morning for a long time and is headed to a warmer climate right after the holidays until mid-March. I will miss her dedication! So, Monday mornings will need to be filled starting January 1 until she returns.
To answer your questions about Thanksgiving and Christmas... The store is closed both days however a manager comes into the store mid-morning to take care of the animals and at that time we will have access to our guys. Both holidays are covered. Also, Tracey R has generously volunteered to clean and feed in the evening on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve.
Thursday, November 09, 2006
Sylvia Went Home
Sylvia went home last night! Another happy ending!
Based on the observations of several of you guys I moved Lydia to a lower level cage. She is afraid to jump down from the top level. Let me know how she does in her new place.
The application for Gunther has been approved and arrangements are being made to have him picked up over the weekend. Here he is looking very handsome and ready to go home!
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