Wow – there has been a heart lifting turn over in shelter residents since I last logged in. We still have some longer term cats, but many formerly hard luck cases have found happy homes.I head first to visit Smiles, a timid long hair gray tabby girl. She tends to hide and shy away from new people, but with a little patience she transforms into a drooly affectionate sweetheart, circling figure eights and head butting my hand. This girl just needs to be quietly wooed.
Across the hall, sweet senior Shelle, a lovely silver tabby who lives for lap time, is still hoping for a permanent home. She needs to be an only pet, but she’ll reward her special person with limitless love. Both these kitties await the sort of people who can value these precious kitties for who they are.
I’m recently back from vacation, exploring and hiking in canyon country in southern Utah. Lovely, dramatic scenery – especially in the ominous light of afternoon thunder storms – but it’s always nice to get back home. So peaceful to cuddle in the afternoon sun with my boy, both of us watching the slow paced, stiff legged stroll of our neighbor’s regular walk with a pair of elderly Labs. This dedicated and loving trio well illustrate the devotion and rewards that come with having a pet.
A young couple ask to visit a big sweet boy named Gene, but quickly decide he’s too shy. They want someone outgoing, and I suggest we meet Lars, a big friendly tabby. Lars hops down immediately, but then commences a full body series of hacks and coughs to vigorously bring up a hairball. Fortunately the guests are dedicated cat people, and we’re able to laugh at the situation. They know the ins and outs of cat companionship.
They decide to keep looking. And I’ll be happy for whoever they choose.
