Success Stories
Fergus
(formerly Heywood)
Dear PBS; Priscilla and all the Volunteers -
We adopted Fergus (he was Heywood at PBS) in January 2008. Not only
did he
help heal our heartbreak of losing our beloved cat Hasenpfeffer, but he
iinstantly became a member of our family. He is funny and loving and
entertaining and attentive. And...when we got his vet records after
the
adoption we learned he was a Katrina kitten from New Orleans, originally
rescued by ARNO. Considering where he started his life we feel
double lucky
to have him!
When we met him at the shelter we were taken with his clear, bright green
eyes, his charming marking (he has a goatee!) and his soft, soft fur.
He
had the sweetest temperament and purred and purred, We just knew we
had to
adopt him. We have two rescue dogs (Jack and Milo); Fergus is their
new
best friend. The moment we brought him home we knew that there was
going to
be a special bind between Jack, Milo and Fergus. The three boys
wrestle and
play and curl up together everyday. All three of them meet us at the
door
in the evenings and beg for food while we are cooking. We haven't
found
anything Fergus won't try!
We are attaching a photo we took his first week with us. As you see
he is
quite settled in.
We love Fergus and are so grateful for the loving and humane work PBS
does.
Without PBS we wouldn't know the joy that Fergus has brought into our
home.
Clarisse and Dan (Jack & Milo too!)
Amy
Lynne Lotze
I was known as Tina when Priscilla brought me up north to the Pat Brody shelter in September 2007, where she found me in a shelter in New Orleans. I was only with Priscilla and the other kitties for a month before mommy and daddy saw me and said that they found the perfect little girl for their home.
Because I was still under a year old, and I had already
had a litter of kittens in LA, I was really scared to make such a big move.
When I entered my new home it seemed so big. I was very shy and it
took me weeks to come out from under the sofa and begin to explore.
However, once I started to roam I found that there were no cages or fences
and I don't have to share my food with the other kitties. I no longer
worry about having to make my way on the streets of a
storm-devastated city. I get to stay inside where it is always warm
and dry
and do what I love best--sitting in the windows to catch a sunbeam, watch
birds and deer, and would you believe, even snow. l love to snuggle up
with
a blanket and play with mommy and daddy and all my toys. I
certainly have
found a good life!!!
Thank you Priscilla.
Hi everyone at Pat Brody shelter,
Here is a picture of our little girl, Lindy, in "her" chair with one of her
favorite toys. She is a delight and one of the most imaginative
kitties we've met. She loves her toys, cuddling, rolling around on her
back, and food! She dunks the favored toys in her water dish for extra
fun, and has no trouble communicating her wishes to "her people".
Thank you for helping us find the perfect addition to our home.
Noni and John L
Hoodoo
(formerly Abraham)
Greeting to everyone at the Pat Brody Shelter,
I just wanted to give you an update on Abraham adopted 1/12/08. On the
ride
home we renamed him Hoodoo after one of our favorite casino slot games
Hexbreaker where Hoodoo is sort of the hero that helps you "win" big.
Anyway, Hoodoo is a great little guy. He loves to run full speed
around the house which sometimes leads to a crashing stop. He loves
being picked up, pet, combed, having his belly rubbed, ears rubbed,
basically any kind of pampering. He loves to help fold laundry and
loves keeping Lucky and Petunia (adopted 10/28/06) on their toes. But
most of all he loves us and we love him right back!
Thank You for Hoodoo,
Leah and Brian F
Zoe
(formerly Clarissa)
Hello volunteers,
It has been nearly 9 months since we adopted our sweet Zoe. She has
developed in the most delightful pet...no longer quiet and shy... but
curious, energetic, playful, and amusing!
Zoe had her wellness check up earlier this month and weighs in at 10 pounds
and appears healthy. Unfortunately, in August, she was diagnosed with
asthma. She has had an asthma attack every month since we adopted her,
but the episodes last less than 1 minute. Her vet does not want to put
her on medication yet, but we are monitoring the frequency and severity of
each asthma attack. I always felt as if Zoe had been waiting that long
year at the Pat Brody Shelter for Cats just for us to adopt her. From
the moment I saw her photo on petfinder.com, I knew she was meant for us.
You may recall that I visited her 3 times before I brought her home...each
time, she hissed at me and scratched my hand, bloody. But I knew she
was the one for us.
Since her asthma diagnosis, I now am certain she waited
for us. Our beloved cat, Toby, who passed away in 2007 was diagnosed
with asthma at 6 months. Later Toby was diagnosed with diabetes. He
lived for 15 years and during that time required medication and oxygen
therapy for his asthma and insulin for his diabetes and countless visits to
Tufts. So, we are not frightened off by special medical needs.
We are committed to providing Zoe with the best medical care possible and we
certainly will continue to shower her with love and affection.
Zoe is a constant joy! I have attached a few photos of Zoe...she is
gorgeous! She is as sweet as she is beautiful and we are grateful to
have her with us.
Fondly,
Connie
Oliver
(formerly Cosmos)
Hello. We adopted Oliver (formerly Cosmos) about 1 month
ago after losing Leo
to renal carcinoma. We were a bit concerned about how Jack (formerly
Bashful) would feel about having a 6-month old non-stop moving twister who
believes that everything is his personal toy.
We are pleased to say that after some initial blinking and "what the heck
is it?" attitude, Jack and Oliver get along just fine. Jack does
prefer it a bit quieter at times, and will sneak off to the bedroom for
some peace and quiet, but the pair has been known to race around the house
at 4 AM.
Oliver never once showed hesitation and fear. We don't think he
slept much in the first week, actually, as there was just so much to see
and explore and inspect and chew. The most fun has been checking out
the gazillion birds and squirrels that inhabit our yard. The day the
gray squirrel was about 18 inches away from his nose...we've enclosed a
picture taken on the enclosed "catio" in the yard. Fresh air but
protection from everything else.
Thank you again for everything -
- The Watsons
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Geyser
(formerly Tweedledee)
Hello friends -
Wanted to take a moment to let you know that Geyser is doing great and
continues to straddle, harass and play with my other cat Griffin.
Sometimes Griffin gives me the look like "why the hell did you do this to
me?" I think he has his moments though when he enjoys him too.
So Geyser is a much loved and cared for member of my family and I thank you
every day for the wonderful work you do.
Cindy Nelson
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