With the cold weather continuing to loom over the county, The Banner staff wanted to take this opportunity to recognize some long-staying shelter cats as part of Stephens County Humane Society’s Take Out Tuesday program this week, as well as provide a few winter weather tips for animals.
Julia, Valentina, Eva, Gomez, Mikko and Nancy have taken up residence at the shelter for several months.
Julia is around one and half and a domestic shorthair. She can be found roaming the cattery, as well as taking comfort in the kitty beds.
As one of their more calm kitty friends at the humane society, Julia looks to thrive in an environment where she can feel safe and relaxed, whether it’s seeking out a quiet space in a window or curling up in a soft, sunny spot where she can take a nap. With patience, Julia showcases the potential for true companionship.
Valentina is just over seven months old and a domestic shorthair. She is a tabby kitten with a soft fur coat. While Valentina takes a few extra minutes to warm up to new friends, with a little patience she will soon become a great friend. According to humane society staff, Valentina can be located in high spot at the cattery where it’s a little more quiet, warm and cozy.
Eva is around a year and a half and a domestic shorthair. She’s friendly and loves attention. Although this sweet girl tested positive for Feline Leukemia Virus, she still seeks a new family where she can be the only cat in the house or with another cat with the same diagnosis.
Gomez, a 6-month old gray and white male domestic shorthair, bring smiles to all who enter the cattery. Gomez has a little black dot on his nose resembling Gomez’ mustache.
Mikko loves people and is full of charm and personality. At one year and four months, Mikko struts his strapping black fur coat around the cattery looking for attention.
Then, there is Nancy, another black cat, who is a 1-year and 3-month old domestic shorthair. Nancy enjoys the higher places, but seeks a companion when visitors walk into the room. She loves people and brings a sweet personality to match. Bonus – Nancy’s adoption is only $10.
For the pets
With the chance of inclement weather moving into the county, here’s a few tips to keep your dogs and cats warm during these cold winter months.
It’s always good to limit their exposure to the cold outside. If necessary, put them in a pet sweater and booties to stay warm and protected.
Hydration is important when it comes to the winter months, so make sure your pets have access to fresh water and provide a place for them to stay warm and draft-free in the home.
While it’s important to make sure all animals have shelter to retreat to with food and water, an inside shelter is the best course of action for pets.
The Stephens County Humane Society can help supply dog and cat food, if needed.
For strays, straw is the best to use to keep warm, as bedding can get wet and freeze.
For more tips sponsored by Minson’s Veterinary Hospital, read next week’s column.
To inquire about any of the dogs or cats, or to set up an appointment, call 580-252-7387 between the Humane Society’s hours of noon to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday and from noon to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday. SCHS is open from noon to 2 p.m. on Sundays for adoptions only and closed on Monday for surgery day.
The SCHS column is sponsored by Minson’s Veterinary Hospital and Tractor Supply Co.
For more information about SCHS or to donate, visit http://stephenscountyshelter.com/.
