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A Sheltered Life ? stories as told to Maggie Haylock-Capon, by Liza, resident greeter at the Loyalist Humane Society. (Photographs by Alan R. Capon)
(If you are unable to adopt a cat or kitten, there are many other important ways to help the LHS. Donations of Javex and other household cleaning products, garbage bags, grocery bags, litter, cat food and kitten food are welcome. The Loyalist Humane Society is located on County Road 4, (Talbot Street), near the intersection of Tripp Road.)
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Hi, All,
It?s Liza, official greeter for the Loyalist Humane Society reporting live from The Laundry Room, favourite hang-out of the in-crowd at our shelter. Most of us here are experiencing the winter doldrums. In the winter months we cannot use our outdoor runs, so we spend all of our time indoors. It?s nap time 24/7. Of course, we do have visitors sometimes and auditions, when families come to adopt. However, this week we did have some real excitement and I can?t wait to tell you about it.
Inky
Remember Inky, the handsome, long-haired black cat who was featured in A Sheltered Life last week? This sweet-natured young fellow was adopted some time ago but was returned to our shelter, recently, because he had developed stomatitis a life-threatening condition that causes painful sores in the mouth and throat. His owner felt unable to cope with the responsibility of medicating him and paying his veterinary bills. Stomatitis is incurable and makes it exceedingly painful for a cat to eat. Periodic shots of a drug called Depomedral reduce the inflammation for a time but do not effect a cure. The only effective treatment to return the cat to health is the extraction of its teeth. As was mentioned in my blog last week, this is a very expensive procedure that is not considered practical in most shelters, since it is necessary to judiciously distribute funding to provide the best possible care for all of the cats in care.
After reading my blog and seeing Inky?s picture last week a kind-hearted, generous woman who lives in Kitchener (yes, I have fans in many parts of Ontario) decided that she and her family should help. She said that Inky won her heart the moment she saw his photograph. After a family conference it was agreed that she would pay for a substantial portion of the cost to have Inky?s teeth removed. Our good friend Dr. Steve performed the surgery this week and now the Inkster has a toothless grin (eat your heart out Cheshire Cat) and an excellent chance of becoming a healthy, happy cat once again. Everyone here is very happy for him. It has also raised our spirits to know that there are wonderful people out there like the woman who came to Inky?s rescue. She insists on remaining anonymous so we have nicknamed her ?Inky?s Angel?.
Justin
There have been some new arrivals at our shelter this week and at least two of them appear to be family pets who were once dearly loved. Justin, a beautiful long-haired red tabby was found on County Road 8 near Waupoos. This handsome young gentleman was wearing a red nylon harness.
Bo Jingles
Bo Jingles was found at Skiff Cove in Wellington. He was wearing a collar with a blue bell attached. Unfortunately one of his forepaws had been caught in it. His rescuer brought him to us, hopeful that he will be reunited with his owner.
Recently, several cats who obviously were lost pets have come into our care. Curiously, we have received no inquiries about them. If your cat is missing, please follow these helpful tips to aid in its safe return:
1. Make posters featuring a picture of your cat and distribute them in your neighbourhood. Also ask permission to post them on the bulletin boards of local veterinary clinics.
2. Canvass your neighbourhood to inquire if anyone has seen your cat.
3. Call local veterinary clinics, shelters and animal control to ask if your pet has been taken to one of these facilities.
4. Check the Lost Cat network or our Facebook page
Now, on to Crawford?s clever plan to make life a little more exciting here. As our resident legal advisor has pointed out, many of us are still waiting patiently for our forever homes. It?s been years in many cases. Crawford says it is high time that those earnestly seeking laps to lie upon become pro-active. He has founded a dating service called Crawford?s Kitten Club and has persuaded several of our residents to post their profiles on County Live. Follow me to meet some of the coolest cats in town.
CRAWFORD?S KITTEN CLUB ? ENJOY HOT DATES WITH COOL CATS
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MITTENS ? Meet Mittens a saucy calico miss who loves to play. She?s young, adventurous and waiting for that certain someone who will make her life complete. Take a walk on the wild side and give her a call.
FIGARO -If you enjoy opera you?ll love Figaro. This sleek black cat who wears white gloves is anxiously waiting for the day when a certain someone of refined tastes will come along to sweep him off his paws. It is rumoured that Figaro sings like Pavarotti and would be delighted to serenade his lady love. What are you waiting for girls?
BILL BAILEY ? Say hello to Bill Bailey, aka Billie, a mature gentleman of four, who was turned out without even a fine-toothed comb. He would very much like to come home and is hopeful that someone will call for him soon. As the song says, if you do the cookin? honey, he?ll pay the rent.
MEET THE FERALS ? a dysfunctional group with plenty of hang-ups. Led by Spitty Reilly and Hissy Missy they are not about to cuddle on anyone?s lap. These ?lifers? may never get a date but they would very much appreciate it if you could show them some love by sponsoring one of them or sending a few treats or a soft blanket or two their way. Spitty was recently sponsored by a kind gentleman who is the purrfect match for her. He?s a lawyer and she is the shelter cat voted most likely to need one. For just $20. a month yoiu could make an important difference in the life of one of these cats. For details, contact Crawford.
CASCADE ? Another member of the Feral family, Cascade is a beautiful, wild child. She would very much like a gentleman friend to support her. If you would like to sponsor this beauty she will be happy to send you her photograph. For just $20. a month you could buy her undying gratitude.
More members of the Feral family. This tiger puss is said to wear black leather and ride a Harley. It could be a serious mistake to mess with him.
BB ? This lovely tiger puss with a tragic past is B.B. She thought she had found her forever home but was returned after a short time on approval. She says rejection stings and she is urgently seeking a new home with a family who will love and understand her. She is not sure of what she did wrong but she would very much like a second chance.
HARNESS ? Looking for a special man in your life? Handsome, debonair and available, Harness is waiting for your call. He arrived at our shelter wearing a tight-fitting ? wait for it ? harness and had obviously been someone?s pet. However, no one called regarding his whereabouts so he became one of our residents. He?s eagerly waiting for a new owner who will appreciate his many fine qualities.
MISS MATTIE ? The most beautiful girl in the world, Miss Mattie, is eagerly awaiting a phone call from her very own Prince Charming. This long-haired tiger miss is a mature cat, but so petite that she will always look like a kitten. Good things indeed do come in small packages. For a date with Mattie please contact Crawford at the Loyalist Humane Society.
MAIN HOUSE CALLIE ? This sleepy miss is Main House Callie, a delightful little cat, who would be happy to warm your bed on cold winter nights. This pretty miss would be a welcome addition to any household.
MISS WHIPPLE ? Say hello to Miss Whipple, a winsome peach tabby who longs to be someone?s ?one and only?. She does not play well with others and would not be suitable for a multi-cat household. However, if you are willing to give up playing the field to become her significant other, she will reward you with her undying love.
TINKERBELL ? Beauty and brains ? Tinkerbell has it all. This delightful miss in the luxurious gray and white fur was adopted but the relationship did not work out. She came back to the shelter as a stray. Is there a mysterious woman with a past in your future. Come meet Tinkerbell and find out.
Roving reporter Franco catches 40 winks between assignments.
From the Desk of Liza:
This week I am sad to report that Hunter and Cremesicle, two long-time residents of our shelter, have crossed the Rainbow Bridge. We will miss them
Again, I would like to mention our sponsorship program. For a donation of only $20 a month you can sponsor one of our shelter cats. Choose one of our residents as your special friend and you will receive a letter and photograph from him or her. If it is not possible for you to adopt, sponsorship allows you to make an important difference in a cat?s life.
Please pardon me, but it is nap time so I?m off to catch 40 winks.
-Until next week,
Liza
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Click here for previous Loyalist Humane Society blogs and other Margaret Haylock Capon features
Source: http://countylive.ca/blog/?p=34772
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