Happy Beginnings

Hi, after a couple of months living alone, I decided to adopt a pet, I really didn't know if I wanted a dog or a cat, but considering my time, I preferred to go see kittens.

The day I went to the adoption center I fell in love with Susy at first sight, she stood out among all the cats, she was the only white and older cat there was, she inspired a lot of peace and tranquility in me.

Really after almost two months of being with her, it has been the best decision I have ever made. Her company fills my days with joy, coming home from work and seeing her waiting for me is the best, I want to come home every day to see her and hug her and fill her with kisses. At first she was very shy and a little scared, she hid the first days, but I gave her her space and gave her time to adapt, now she is super sweet, she looks for me to sleep together every day, she is loving, sensible, clean and educated. I love her with all my being, Thanks to CAP for giving her the opportunity to find a second home.

From what I understood from the vet tech at the final adoption meeting, Lucy was a kitty who had "been on the struggle bus" and then after she was so well cared for, and cleared of all kinds of parasites, and fattened up a little by her foster, she was healthy enough to be spayed and adoptable.

Lucy is a total firecracker now! Still under three pounds, she pretty much rules the roost, and has tried (many times) to make the crotchety 17 yo resident fur boss cat (Sterling) be a pal. The dogs think she is fun and funny, and she has fit in beautifully with our whole family.

I decided that after grieving the loss of my two Grandogies, one who had passed in March from old age and one who had passed in June from Liver Cancer, that it was time to adopt a rescue.  My Vet recommended CAP.  I saw Hazel’s photo and read her bio on line.  I called to make sure she was still available for adoption and met her that day.  She greeted me with her tail wagging, a smile on her face and plenty of kisses.  After everything was finalized, Hazel came home with me that day!! 

Even though it has only been three weeks, I feel as though we have known each other for years.  Hazel already knew how to sit and with very little treat encouragement, she now gives me her paw.  She is so intelligent, loving, affectionate, playful, and willing to learn. I Love her so much; I am so happy and so is Hazel.  She has her forever home.  Thank you CAP.

We adopted Leeloo (now Harley) two months ago. She is such a sweetie with a little bit if craziness.

We are her fourth and final home! She is now part of our family.

We lost our sweet cat of 12 years and were feeling very sad. We came to CAP after a while, unsure but open to the idea of having another cat around. We met some other cats who were so sweet, but after Topaz (Jenna) reached out to us both, we met her and realized she was perfect. She was a little shy, but so loving and wanting of attention. Now that we're home, she's warmed up and loves pets, to sleep in bed with us and to chase her wand! She loves watching TV and pawing at anything on screen. She's wonderful and we look forward to learning even more about her. Thank you CAP.

I had been trying to adopt a cat for a bit and hadn’t had much luck at other shelters. I came to CAP one weekend, filled out some paperwork and immediately got to see some cats! The first couple cats I saw were sweet in their own ways, but not the right fit for me. The volunteer suggested I see Alice because she was a volunteer favorite and upon meeting her I knew this was my cat. I took her home that day! She’s gotten used to her new home and our relationship has continues to develop. Now she sleeps with me on my bed and enjoys watching TV with me and following me around the apartment. She loves the treat advent calendar we got from CAP and cardboard boxes. She hates her new diet. She is both an old lady and a perfect baby.

 After adopting Flynn the cuddle bunny, I kept checking the CAP website and looking at dogs.

I knew all of them and their stories. Zoey appeared in mid February, an 8 year-old white lab mix and prior CAP adoptee. She

bore a striking resemblance to a dog that I had loved for many years. She looked very scared and sad in her pictures. I finally

checked with a volunteer who arranged for me to bring my first adoptee, Flynn, for a meet and greet at CAP. She came home

that day (thanks to some fast purchases of seat belt attachments from the gift shop) as a foster-to-adopt so that I could

ensure that she and Flynn could live together.

I adopted her the next week and she is a member of the family. She started as a timid dog and Flynn was great with her,

encouraging her to play and giving her space when she needed it. She is now the lead troublemaker and guard dog in the

house. She loves to play tug when Flynn brings her a rope toy. They are an unlikely pair and just what I needed.

Our 5 year old cat, Lulu was in mourning because her dog friend had just passed away. We decided that she would enjoy a

cat friend to romp around with and share meal times with. Little did we know, Tom (Colby) is exactly what we all needed.

He is loved by all, and I feel pretty certain he is living his best life!

We thank you for taking care of him until we found him.

We adopted Amelia almost 3 months ago and it has been the best three months! I knew she was the one the first time I saw

her on the website. She’s the most goofy, energetic, and cuddly little bug. We love her and continue to learn more about her

everyday.