DunRoamin’ seeking pet owners willing to ‘Adopt a Less Adoptable Pet’
When families adopt a new pet, most look for the cutest, healthiest, best behaved and smartest dog or cat they can find. Still, DunRoamin’ Stray and Rescue staff and volunteers understand that less-than-perfect pets need loving homes, too.
That’s why DunRaomin’ launched its “Adopt a Less Adoptable Pet” week, which began on Monday, Sept. 16, and will run to Sunday, Sept. 22.
DunRoamin’ board president, Kate Pavlovich, explains the organization’s Facebook page through September will showcase cats, not all of which are the first choice of even pet lovers.
“We are focusing on those in our care who are more challenging to adopt, not just because of their health issues, but also senior cats,” she explained in an email to River Valley Sun. “Everyone wants the cute kitten! These older guys and gals are some of the most loving with their ‘been there/done that’ attitude. They don’t want the drama kittens love! They just want respect, company and a comfortable place to nap.”
Pavlovich explained that cats, like humans, suffer from a variety of medical problems, which can range from IBD (irritable bowel syndrome) to diabetics, urinary issues, heart murmurs, FeLV (Feline Leukemia Virus), or FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus).
Pets with these or other ailments may require special diets or treatments, but they still make loving pets.
Check out their Facebook page to learn more about DunRoamin’ Stray and Rescue.
Pavlovich said even people unable to adopt a pet can find other ways to support DunRoamin’s efforts.
They can support by purchasing 50-50 tickets, joining the Sponsor a Kitty program, participating in the Facebook auction, shopping at the Second Chance thrift store, or supporting various fundraising efforts throughout the year.
The public can support DunRoamin’ through direct donations through e-transfer or Canada Helps.
“All funds raised go directly towards the nearly 100 cats in our care and we are always very grateful for any support we receive,” said Pavlovich.
She explained that DunRoamin’ had 14 colony cats over the summer, including a mom with four kittens.
Pavolich explained that DurRoamin’s mandate is to rescue sick, abused, and abandoned animals and take whatever time is required to nurse them back to health. During that time, they attempt to socialize these animals so that they are ready for adoption.
“Without adoptions we can’t help cats that need us the most,” she explained.
Pavolich said DunRoamin’ wants to inform the public that a less-than-perfect pet can still be an almost perfect companion.
“We just want to let people know what great buddies these cats can be,” she said. “They may be a little bit broken, but they are still capable of living their lives to the fullest — with a little bit of help!
