BY ROSE GATES FOR THE SUN CHRONICLE
A healthy cat is a beautiful sight, with bright, alert eyes, a shiny coat, clean ears, good body weight and healthy pink gums. A big part of keeping your cat healthy is proper preventative care. By following these simple health care tips, you can keep your new best friend happy and healthy for years to come!
Spaying and Neutering. In addition to controlling overpopulation, "fixing" your pet can also improve behavior, especially in males. Altered males are less likely to roam in search of mates, fight over territory, and spray. By spaying your female you can greatly reduce the risk of many health problems, including ovarian and breast cancer.
Food and Water. One of the most obvious health tips is to us nutritious, well balanced, good quality food and to provide plenty of fresh clean water daily. A balanced diet will strengthen immunity, making your cat resistant to illness.
Pet of the week from the Attleboro (MA) Animal Shelter. Brought to you by Attleboro Cable Access.
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Pet of the week: Kylie
Kylie is a 3 1/2-year-old female who resides at Nine Lives of Norton Feline Rescue Shelter. She is on the shy side and would love a forever home that is quiet, otherwise she might hide. She loves attention, is up to date on her vaccinations, and has been spayed. Nine Lives of Norton is an all volunteer, non-profit, no-kill shelter. To find out more about Kylie or the other residents at the shelter call 508-285-5159, stop by on a Saturday between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m., or visit www.ninelivesofnorton.org.
Pet of the week: Twiggy
"Hello, I'm Twiggy. I'm almost 2 years old. My owner suffered four strokes and I had to be put up for adoption. I'm a bit shy but will warm up to a loving couple or family willing to give me some time to show my affection." If you would like to adopt Twiggy, please call 508-431-6700 and fill out an application on the Attleboro Friends of Cats Web site: www.petfinder.org/shelters/MA98.html. Any tax-deductible donations to help the felines can be sent to AFOC, P.O. Box 283, Attleboro, MA 02703.
Pet of the week: Bear
Bear, a 5-year-old chocolate lab, is aptly named to fit his physical size, but it also fits the size of his heart. This 114-pound guy couldn't be friendlier. He can really turn on the charm, rolling over for a belly rub and snuggling so close he nearly knocks you down! Bear is an amazing dog; along with being outgoing, he is a good learner and fun to play fetch with. He would be an awesome family dog with older kids who won't get knocked over! He's mellow enough to bring a sense of calm to a home and has the energy and enthusiasm to be a great workout partner. (He needs it!) He would be so happy to go home with you! He has been part of a family all his life where he was loved and brought joy until his owner passed away and the family could not care for him. Bear has lots of love to give to his new forever family. He is up to date on routine shots, neutered, and house trained. For more information on Bear or other adoptable animals, contact the Friends of the Attleboro Animal Shelter at faaspets.org or contact the Attleboro Animal Shelter at 508-761-5617.
Pet of the week: Kelso
"I'm one of the cool cats who spent my day surrounded by dogs at the Strut Your Mutt fundraiser. My friends at the shelter are trying everything to help me find my forever home! They knew I wasn't afraid of dogs, so-off I went to spend my day at the dog walk. It seems like just about every dog came up to see me. A lot of people visited, I can only hope that someone will call about me. I have pure-white, cottony soft fur and ice blue eyes. I'm the laid back type who just wants to sit back and watch the world go by. I'm not a pesty guy either-some attention here and there is fine. Mainly, I would just like some company. So, come along and visit me. I'm neutered, leuk & fiv negative, vaccinated, chipped, and only about 5 years old."
