Love is Adoptable at WCHS | |
|
Our pets make us better people. Their unconditional love lift our hearts on sad days. Their goofy antics make us smile every day.
Enjoy a few letters we received about some beloved rescues!
| |
|
Here’s a little story about Argus and me. I am a reiki master who loves seeing stressed humans and 4 legged friends relax during a session. One day, there were only a few dogs, so I went into the cat area, and there I met Argus, an 11-year-old tiger cat who had been there for five weeks. I opened his cage, and he immediately rubbed his face onto mine! Purring, rubbing, saying I’m yours!!
After multiple discussions with my husband, we decided Argus had been waiting for us!! We needed to take him home. Our home includes a 105-pound dog named Max. Max is used to cats, but Argus was not used to dogs, so we had some initial “issues,” but slowly, things became calmer between the two. Argus has taken over my house; it’s as if he has been here forever. He brings great joy into our home because he wants to be loved and gets plenty of that. I always tell people that sometimes a senior pet makes the best companion.
| |
|
If Mayhem could talk, we know he would tell us about a peaceful time in his life. It was when the woman of the household was alive. After she departed, he would likely recount a world around him filled with arguments, turmoil, and abrupt violence that resulted in his arriving at WCHS.
The tiny, very wide Pomeranian waddled around the shelter while the staff worked to determine who owned Mayhem (both the man in the hospital and the man in jail claimed to own him) so they could get him signed over. Mayhem lucked out when a foster parent stopped in to have her foster kitten checked.
During the visit, she spotted Mayhem and asked to foster him. Healthy living – low-calorie food and an exercise program led to the chubby dog losing 6lbs.
| |
|
An acquaintance told me about a 19-year-old cat, Yuma, who was at the animal shelter after the owner passed. I couldn’t stop thinking about him. I went to the shelter and adopted him. He was not well, frail, and the first week was rough.
He was inconsolable and yowled day and night. The thought of taking him back made me ill, but I did not know what to do for him. In an act of desperation, I contacted an animal communicator and, through a series of questions, learned that Yuma was deaf and that his life was turned upside-down when he lost his owner. I learned what he needed from us. This information was the turning point in our relationship. He began to gain weight, thrive, and was less vocal about his demands.
We knew his time with us was limited, and after eight months, shortly after his 20th birthday, we had to say goodbye to him. It was heartbreaking; I will probably adopt another older cat someday.
| |
|
Leo came into the WCHS bedraggled and ill with infections and stomach problems. I know because, as a volunteer, I got to see him every week. Despite his ailments, he was gentle, friendly, and loved to be brushed. He would drape himself over my shoulder and purr up a storm. After four months of treatment, he was ready for adoption.
I considered adopting him but had second thoughts because it was around Thanksgiving and Christmas, and I had plans that caused me to be away. Then I read his adoption feature in the Commons, and I knew I couldn't pass up the chance to give Leo a loving home.
| |
|
My cat-loving neighbor cared for him during those holidays. I am so glad I listened to my heart over my head because he is a truly precious cat. He loves to chase ping pong balls and, despite his lack of teeth, has caught a few mice! | | |
|
In 2000, my husband and I moved to Hinsdale, NH, as a transplant from Bloomfield, CT. Once settled, my first act of volunteering was at WCHS. Being huge animal lovers, over the next eleven years we adopted five cats, a stray, and two dogs. All lived full and well-loved lives. There are not enough words to express how much joy, comfort, and companionship these pets brought into our lives. | | |
Two years ago, I returned to volunteering at WCHS and, of course, seeing all of the darling kittens, I adopted one and then eleven months later adopted another. As soon as I brought the second kitten home, she immediately bonded with the first, and they have been besties ever since. They constantly wrestle with each other, and it’s so much fun to watch. I wouldn’t put it past me that I might be adding another youngster to our family in the near future! | |
|
Thank you to everyone who has opened their heart to a homeless animal.
You can honor your best friend(s) this Valentine's Day with a donation.
Give Milk Bones, Catnip mice, a fancy meal or comfort and care.
| |
Gifts by mail can be sent to: WCHS, PO Box 397, Brattleboro, VT 05301 | | | | |
