Animal Aide’s story writing team comprises 2 people. Every week we divide up the new cats and write the stories for the website. Some weeks there are more stories to write than others. The week that Africa came in was one of those busy weeks. He was not on my list. Africa has been at the shelter since July 3, 09, and it wasn’t until 2 weeks ago that I realized just how fabulous Africa is. Africa had gotten a bit of a cold and had to be separated from the rest. I have since learned a few new things about Africa. I already knew that he is a big beautiful, black cat. I already knew that he loved attention but I didn’t know just how cuddly he is. The big surprise, however, is that Africa is a polydactyl. Yes….he has extra toes on, not 2 feet but 3 feet. We have had them with extra toes on 2 feet and even a couple with extra on all 4 feet but I don’t think we have ever had one like Africa. Being black, Africa tends to get overlooked, but he is now at the top of my list of fabulous cats that I recommend to potential adopters. So, when choosing a long-time companion…don’t overlook the black ones!!! You could be missing out on someone great. 333 Talbot St, St. Thomas, give us a call at 519-633-3788 or send us an email.

YOU COULD HAVE PAL FOR LIFE

Some people may say that I am older. I prefer to think of myself as ……experienced. However, I have ….experienced a little too much lately. Recently, I was found living outside and was taken to the pound and then on Feb. 9, 2010, I was brought to Animal Aide. I am a mere shadow of my former self. I hate to admit it, but I am undergoing a wee bit of fur loss on my behind, but if you look at me from the front, you wouldn’t even notice. They tell me that I am 8 years old but I STILL prefer to think of myself as experienced…it just sounds better. I would be eternally grateful to the person who takes me home. Just give me a chance. 333 Talbot St., St. Thomas, 519-633-3788 or e-mail us. 

PICK THE EXPERT

 Shy little Bella arrived at Animal Aide on February 9, 2010, at the approximate age of 1 ½ years. Bella brought along three female kittens, Maeve, Neala and Jess (6 months old) who are now in foster homes. Bella is having some difficulty understanding what happened to her and we are currently working with her to help her to feel safe. Bella has shown no aggression, is very gentle and can be held. She is just frightened right now but I’m sure she will come around quickly. Her kittens are in a foster home temporarily. If you have a big heart and lots of time to work with Bella to give her a chance to feel safe and loved, please come meet her at Animal Aide, 333 Talbot Street, give us a call at 519-633-3788 or send us an email. 

She will melt your heart!