Kittens, kittens

How many kittens does it take to fill a cat bed?  There are 6 orange kittens in one litter with part of that litter in the bed and 3 (two tortis and one orange) in the other litter!  It appears a larger bed will be needed soon - 

These kittens are too young to be adopted.  One of the things we use to evaluate a kitten as to whether it is ready to be placed as an only cat is whether it is willing to sleep by itself at least some of the time.  It is a sign of their immaturity and need to have the comfort of another buddy when they continue to sleep together 'in a heap'!  These babies have a few weeks before they will go in for testing and then another week or so before they will be spayed and neutered.  By then they will have matured a little more. 

Do you want a kitten but want to know what the personality will be like when it grows up?  Wait until the kitten is 4-5 months old.  By then we know more about whether the kitten will be a lap cat or a little more aloof, whether it is a crazy kid who needs another buddy to wear off some steam or if it is a little more laid back and will not be too lonesome if left alone while you are at work each day.  

Kobe, new kid in the foster home

This handsome fellow came from a shelter where he was being picked on and says life in a foster home is certainly a step up!  He's holding his own there and even likes to pick on one of the other cats by biting his tail so he can be a tease.  He likes to be where the other cats are although isn't particularly buddy-buddy with them.   

Kobe has a serious case of liking adults and children too - he is very gentle.  He likes to interact with you and keep you company but will go off and play by himself too.  His coat will need to be brushed or combed every week but he doesn't seem to matt so is pretty easy on upkeep.  

Low Cost Vaccine Clinic

A low-cost vaccine clinic will be held Saturday, May 30th from 2pm to 5pm in northeast Minneapolis. Please help spread the word!

Licensed veterinarians and vet techs on site.
A basic exam if time allows includes:
• Rabies shots
• Distemper combos for dogs and cats

Low-cost microchipping available for $20 by the Humane Society.
A suggested donation of $25 for the distemper combo (prC for cats) and rabies shots.

Those who are able are encouraged to bring a non-perishable food item, dish soap, or laundry soap for the church’s “Little Kitchen” food shelf.

The event is held at Logan Park:
690 13th Ave. NE
Minneapolis, MN 55413

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED, and first priority is being given to ‘inner city’ residents. Please call the church at 612-788-2444 to be added to the registration list.
A portion of proceeds, benefits the Animal Humane Society.

Volunteers are needed!
For more information, http://neclchurch.org/outreach.aspx

Questions? Willing to Volunteer?
Contact, Cathie Witzel
katierose8832@hotmail.com
Mobile: 612•859•7284


For additional information on low-cost vaccinations and spay/neuter surgery, please check out the Minnesota Spay/Neuter Project list of resources.

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Adoption, Sun. May 17 from 1-3 p.m.

Pet Haven cats will hold an adoption on Sun. at the PetCo in Richfield at 66th and Lyndale Ave. S.  We will have 14 or more cats there: fat cats, lazy cats, busy cats, sunny window cats, lap cats, playful and goofy cats and kittens.  Our kittens are from 4 1/2 months - 8 or 9 months.  

Stop by, check us out, pick out a new furry member of the family!

Adoption fees range from $130.00 - $150.00.  Cash and checks accepted.  Felv/fiv negative, up to date on vaccinations, spayed and neutered, microchipped, treated for fleas and/or ear mites as needed.  Cats are kept in foster homes so we know how they get along with other family members, dogs and other cats.  

Fran and Ira

Fran and Ira are siblings.  Fran is a calico with lots of white.  Her fosters are calling her Shortcake because she is so sweet.  She loves to smooch and get kisses early in the morning!

Ira has had several names, Tenor (for his very talky ways) and also Trouble!  Bet you've guessed he is a busy, busy boy who has to investigate everything - and swirl in and around your legs as you walk!  Ira is white with charcoal gray markings.  

They're very social kittens, friendly, demanding lots of attention and purring and wanting to be with you in between racing around the house.  They could be adopted together or with another cat or kitten.  Ira might be a lot to handle if he were to be an only fellow - he needs a playmate to wear off some of his energy.  

Coming Attractions

Sawyer and Shelby are two kittens from an unwanted litter.  The mother was scheduled to be spayed in a MN Spay Neuter Project event especially designed for low income clients who need help  with spaying and neutering their family pets.  Unfortunately, the mother ran away before she could be spayed so she will undoubtedly have another litter or more before someone finds her and takes her into their home or she dies trying to survive on her own outside. 

Sawyer is a siamese cross and a manx.  His brother, Shelby, is an 'ordinary' orange tabby.  They are busy boys, full of fun and energy.  

Because being a manx cat is a birth defect, there can be neurological problems.  When he came to us Sawyer was having trouble emptying his bowels.  He is on a medication that helps keep them soft and is doing much better now.  At this point we do not know if he will need to be on this medication, which is not expensive, for life.  Time will tell.   Soon they will be going into the clinic for testing for feline leukemia and fiv, to begin their vaccinations and shortly after that to be neutered.  Then they will be up on the website.  

Garage Sale - Donations Needed!

One of our wonderful volunteers is holding a garage sale and donating all proceeds to Pet Haven. Becky is looking for donated goods to include in the sale. Please email her if you have anything to contribute: rebeccasheldon@yahoo.com

Here are some ideas from Becky:

I am looking for good saleable items: small furniture, yard and garden items, kitchen items, kids clothes and shoes in good condition and a few adult clothes in really good condition. Paper back books and games sell quite well but stuffed toys do not. A good test is to think, would I buy this at a garage sale? and if the answer is yes! donate it! Last year I sold hostas and lilies that I had dug from my yard. If you have any excess plants donate them too as they went very well last year.

Mark your calendars for the sale as well!

May 29th and 30th

9am to 5pm

8641 S 11th Ave., Bloomington, MN

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