Heartstrings: Room in Your Heart But Not in Your Home
Sponsor Truman!
 When you first meet Truman, you may think he’s not interested in getting any attention. But once you reach over to pet him, you’ll find out what an affectionate cat he is. He will push his head into your hand, purr, and stretch out his paw to ask you not to leave. If you touch your finger to your nose and move towards him, he will give you little kisses. He is such a gentle guy, you will fall in love with him. Truman is a small cat with a handsome ginger coat. He gets along well with the other cats in his room. His favorite pasttime is napping in the sun. This handsome 11-year-old buff tabby needs a little extra care. He will be on medication for the rest of his life for long-term maintenance of dermatology issues from an autoimmune skin disease. |
Sponsor Schatzie!
 Pretty as a picture, that’s Schatzie. With her Calico markings and intense eyes, Schatzie is a real beauty. Schatzie arrived at the shelter with her feline friends Lady and Caruso when their 95-year-old guardian passed away. As his health deteriorated, this kind gentleman grew even more concerned about the welfare of his pets and sought a no-kill shelter that could care for and find a loving home for his elderly cats. For the past year, he was in and out of the hospital and the cats spent a great deal of time alone, which meant all three cats were quite timid when they arrived at the shelter. In her previous home, Schatzie (a term of endearment) was known as the outgoing one. This beautiful 12-year-old Calico with intense eyes needed some dental work when she arrived at the shelter, but is doing well now. Schatzie is still adjusting to the shelter, but this lap cat would really like to find a lap of her own. |
Sponsor Pearl!
 The exquisite Pearl is one of a kind. Pearl came to us from a shelter with a high euthanasia rate, but she has been given a second chance and she is blossoming into a beautiful gem.
Pearl was in a foster home during the fall of 2007. Her foster mom reported that Pearl loves to snuggle in bed in the evenings. She is an avid bird-watcher and spends lots of time on the windowsill. She is also very good with ‘jingle balls’ (and anything else that ‘scoots’ well). She wasn’t too keen on her feline “foster brother” at first, but she eventually began to enjoy teasing him and chasing him around. And if you like an ornery streak in your felines, Pearl will steal your heart – after all, she ‘steals’ everything else. Pearl has a habit of taking small items from shelves, counters or dressers and stashing them in her own bed! She is a sweet and entertaining cat.
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Sponsor Peaches!
 Peaches is a perfect name for this sweet little gal with beautiful orange and white coloring. This mature lady of 15 years was a feral kitten when she was rescued. The kind lady who rescued Peaches worked hard to get her acclimated to the company of people. She provided a safe haven for Peaches until she passed away from cancer. Peaches then came to live with us at Animal Aid with several other “hard to place” cats. All of the other cats have found their forever homes, but dear little Peaches is still waiting. It takes a little time for Peaches to trust someone and show her sweet (and vocal) side. But once that trust has been earned, the rewards are great. Peaches loves her treats and to lie alongside those patient folks who sit on the floor and wait for her to come and visit. A kind volunteer has taken Peaches home to get a little R&R from shelter life.
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Sponsor Otis!
 For many years Otis and his buddy Max had it made – Dad took them hiking and camping, brushed them, snuggled them, and made sure they were never afraid. And then Dad got sick. Sometimes he didn't leave his bed for days. Otis and Max never left his side, and never complained, even when he forgot to feed them. Things began to get scary. Then came the foster homes – kind people, but not family. No one who didn't see them as just "passing through". No one who would open their hearts to two old companions desperate for a real home. And don't let those stubby legs fool you! When its time for a walk, this little guy falls into the same ground-covering, rolling canter he used back when he was hiking in Eastern Oregon with Dad. Otis is a 15-lb. purebred long-haired, brown dappled dachshund. If left untrimmed, his long plush coat hair can give him a "wild and crazy guy" appearance – especially because he's so close to the ground that it picks up leaves and twigs. After his quick trip to the groomers before coming to Animal Aid, he's looking fit and fine. He's lived surrounded by people, cats and other dogs most of his life, and so would prefer a home where he is not left alone. |
Sponsor Max!
 For many years Max and his buddy Otis had it made – Dad took them hiking and camping, brushed them, snuggled them, and made sure they were never afraid. And then Dad got sick. Sometimes he didn't leave his bed for days. Max and Otis never left his side, and never complained, even when he forgot to feed them. Things began to get scary. Then came the foster homes – kind people, but not family. No one who didn't see them as just "passing through". No one who would open their hearts to two old companions desperate for a real home. Sweet old Max is a 16-lb. long-haired brown dappled dachsund who asks nothing more of life than snuggles, belly rubs, and walks. And as many nummies as he can mooch. He's no spring chicken, but when his stubby little legs break into their usual rolling canter you soon realize he's not the only one who's going to get exercised on your walk! His foster family reports that their young Papillon delights in finally finding someone shorter than she is, and Max patiently tolerates her ministrations. Although he'd love to sleep up on the bed with the humans, he is content to curl up in his own bed nearby. He is housebroken, but should have a home with dog-door access to a fenced yard to avoid accidents. He's lived most of his life surrounded by cats and dogs of all sorts, and so prefers company to being alone. |
Sponsor Mae!
 Mae has had a difficult and sad life. She was a child's beloved pet – but the child was diagnosed with cancer. Chemotherapy caused the child to become allergic to Mae. Her family did not know that letting cats outdoors could expose them to diseases, so when she was surrendered to a shelter she tested positive for FIV.Unfortunately many people are not familiar with FIV and don't know that many cats live long and happy lives with FIV. Mae sat in the shelter for a long time waiting for someone to take the leap of faith and adopt her. She finally found someone who loved her sweet face and gorgeous feet! Mae thought she had finally hit the jackpot! She had a home for three years and then the unthinkable happened. Her person died! Poor Mae was in the apartment for days before she was discovered. Mae has snowy white fur that is very silky to the touch. She keeps herself immaculately groomed. She has a darling little meow and loves to give head butts. Although Mae likes to be queen of the house she will share it with a cat-friendly dog. Mae would love to have a permanent home in which to spend her retirement years. She's hoping the third time's the charm. Mae is a British shorthair - Polydactyl (extra-toes!) mix. |
Sponsor Lucy Lou!
 Lucy Lou could melt anyone’s heart with her adorable pink nose and sweet personality. She loves attention and knows how to get it with her big purr, big meow and amusing antics. She has grown accustomed to lots of attention. She was born to a feral mom in September 2006, and was bottle-fed along with her five littermates. Lucy Lou is being fostered due to a condition (megaesophagus) that requires her to eat only liquefied food 3 or 4 times a day. Hopefully she will outgrow this condition, but in the meantime, she needs careful monitoring and hand feeding on a regular schedule. (She licks the soupy food off a saucer held up to her chin.) Always outgoing, this lively and affectionate girl with white fur and a gray cap rewards the kindness and loving care she receives with little kitty kisses. |
Sponsor Lady!
 Lady is a charismatic character. When you first see her, she will probably be sleeping on the top of the cat tower. She fancies herself as a bit of a jungle cat always sitting way up high. But if you just say hello, she’ll meow back and hop down to greet you. She would love for you to pet her long, slinky body. Since one of her eyes is a little cloudy, make sure you reach towards her from the side with the good eye so that she can see your hand coming, otherwise you may surprise her.Lady likes attention and will sit on your lap for a while, but she prefers to walk around while you pet her. If you’re on the computer or reading, she will be right by your side. She will have so much fun being involved in everything you do. She is the perfect companion who does fine with cat-friendly dogs. |
