Take Me Home: York Region OSPCA Pets

Monday, August 24, 2009

Take Me Home: August 24, 2009

The York Region OSPCA will be holding Microchip Clinics at the shelter on August 29, September 26, October 24 and November 28, from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m. For just $20.00, your pet can easily be identified should he/she accidentally get loose. This is a great opportunity to keep your cat or dog safe. For more information, call 905-898-7122, ext. 306.

Brothers, Skeldon (black) and Sega (black and white) , are just one year old, and need to be adopted together (two for the price of one!). Not only are they friendly and affectionate, they're also munchkins. The main feature of this breed are the cats' short legs. They're so darn cute! Unfortunately, Skeldon and Sega are carriers of the FIP virus which means that they can't be taken into a home with other cats. It also means that the shelter is having difficulty finding a family for these two guys. If you are able, please come to the OSPCA and take a look -- you're sure to fall in love. The staff will be happy to tell you all you need to know about the breed and FIP. ADOPTED

Maximus, a purebred Dutch rabbit, is just one and a half years old. He loves to be around people -- especially if they pet and rub him. He's had a rough start in life, but is a happy guy who would love to spend time with you. ADOPTED

Mohawk, an Abyssinian guinea pig, is just over a year old. She's a sweet, curious little thing who would like to be adopted with one or both of her sisters, Scoober and Ribena. ADOPTED

The centre (Mohill) is located at 16586 Woodbine Avenue, just south of Mulock/Vivian Sideroad. Their adoption hours are:

Monday to Wednesday & Saturday:
12 - 6 p.m.
Thursday & Friday: 12 - 7 p.m.
Sunday: 12 - 5 p.m.

For more information on these and the many other pets available, go to the OSPCA York Region Website.

Friday, July 31, 2009

Take Me Home: July 31, 2009

Four-hundred and twenty -- that's how many cats are currently at the centre. Finding homes for all of them is a huge undertaking, but it can be done with your help. If you have the space in your home (and your heart) to fit just one more furry friend, please drop by the OSPCA to choose one of the many cats waiting to meet you:

Sweet, eight-month-old Patience is looking for fun -- and a home to call her own. Take a closer look at Patience's paw -- she's a polydactyl. ADOPTED

Gorgeous Jason is just four months old. He came to the centre as a stray but is now ready to settle into a safe and loving home. ADOPTED

Seven-month-old Muffin looks so much like my own cat, Meeko, that I was tempted to scoop her up and take her home. Muffin is playful, energetic and, it appears, waiting for someone to play ball with her. ADOPTED

Esther is six years old, declawed, and looking for someone to rub her belly and shower her with love. That should be easy, considering how sweet and beautiful she is. ADOPTED

Mitsy is two years old and gets along well with other cats. She also likes to be around people, so is perfect for a family that is looking for a sociable, friendly feline. ADOPTED

Saturday, July 25, 2009

New Photos Soon

Sorry for the lapse in posting, but I've been vacationing in Japan. I hope to visit the shelter soon to take more photos of pets available for adoption. Until then, please scroll through the older posts because many of these guys are still waiting for a home to call their own.

Friday, June 19, 2009

Take Me Home: June 19, 2009

If I could do it all over again, I'd adopt two cats together -- siblings, perhaps. Although it may double the costs, the cats could play together and keep each other company. I'd also adopt older cats. Kittens are cuddly and cute, but those adult felines are so deserving of a loving home. Of course, choosing which two cats I'd take home would be a problem -- they're all so wonderful. Check 'em out:

If you're lucky enough to visit the centre on a day when they're offering two cats for the price of one, then these brothers would make choosing two cats easy. Milo and Momo are five years old, declawed, and affectionate -- with each other and humans. ADOPTED

Silver-haired, ten year old, Rain, would like a quiet home where she can get lots of love. Rain is looking for a lap to sit in -- why not drop by to see if you're a good fit? ADOPTED

Just nine months old, Grace is still full of energy. Watch out when you kneel down to pat her -- Grace is apt to jump on your shoulders! She's a sweet, affectionate kitty. ADOPTED

Eight month old, Liz, is friendly and sweet, but doesn't like being picked up. I view this as a challenge, so each time I go to the shelter, I'm going to visit Liz -- and maybe I can coax her into trusting me enough to pick her up. Or maybe her beautiful face will turn your head, and she'll be adopted. ADOPTED

Monday, June 8, 2009

Take Me Home: June 8, 2009

Seems I'm always filling a bag or box then hauling the stuff up to Goodwill. Goes to a god cause, but this month you'll have the opportunity to get rid of your gently used goods -- and help the animals. The York Region OSPCA will hold a yard sale on June 27 and 28th. Click here for more information.

Lots of lovable animals are waiting for adoption. Take a look:

Affectionate Roscoe, a Irish wolfhound mix, is six years old. Look at his beautiful colouring! He gets along well with other dogs, but not so much with kids or cats. ADOPTED

Five month old Bambi has fur as soft as down -- I could have cuddled her all afternoon (and she would have loved it). Bambi gets along well with other cats. ADOPTED

Kenny (white on chest) and Cartman are five months old. These two boys were all over me, purring and snuggling. BOTH ADOPTED

I thought this photo of Bambi and Kenny playing under the blanket was so cute (click on photo to enlarge). Believe it or not, Cartman is also under there somewhere.

Tuesday, May 26, 2009

Take Me Home: May 26, 2009

Just a reminder that the York Region OSPCA is looking for volunteers. No matter how you decide to help out, the work is incredibly rewarding. Go here for more information. And if you can't volunteer, how about taking home one of these guys?

Monkey is about one and a half years old and very affectionate. She was surrendered to the shelter because of her previous owner's health problems. It's time for Monkey to have a forever home. TRANSFERED TO CAMBRIDGE SHELTER

Murry was far too busy stalking a fly on the outside of the glass to stop and smile for the camera. He's nine months old, and has lived with children. He's a cuddler and a talker. ADOPTED

Chloe is a three year old bunny, looking for a family with lots of love and attention to share. ADOPTED

There are many, many more animals waiting for homes. Just click on the link below:

The centre (Mohill) is located at 16586 Woodbine Avenue, just south of Mulock/Vivian Sideroad. Their adoption hours are:

Monday to Wednesday & Saturday:
12 - 6 p.m.
Thursday & Friday: 12 - 7 p.m.
Sunday: 12 - 5 p.m.

For more information on these and the many other pets available, go to the OSPCA York Region Website.

Thursday, May 7, 2009

Take Me Home: May 7, 2009

Not everyone can take a new pet home, but we can all visit those in the shelters who are waiting for one. The dogs, cats, and bunnies (to name just a few) need to socialize, making it easier for these animals to adjust to life with humans. Not only will your visits benefit the pets, they'll benefit you as well. I mean, how can you not feel good when ten cats clamor fore your attention, or a dog's tail threatens to fly off simply from wagging it so hard? Drop by for ust an hour each week. Think about it.

These two are just so cute. Two and a half-year-olds, Mickey and Francis appear to be on the best of terms. Although they don't need to be adopted together, it would be a shame to break them apart. ADOPTED (FRANCIS)

These three sweet cats are still available, so I thought I might list them again:

Two-year-old Sunshine watched carefully as I snapped pictures and pet the other cats. When I finally came to her, she purred happily. I think she may have even smiled. TRANSFERRED TO CAMBRIDGE SHELTER

John was transferred to the Cambridge shelter almost two months ago. This playful boy needs a home, so if your out that way, please scoop him up. ADOPTED

Tiny, one year old Nora is so sweet and loves to have her belly rubbed. She gets along well with other cats, but would be just as happy to have you all to herself. Nora is still waiting for you! ADOPTED