One way to a cat’s heart is through her stomach, and being the one to feed her strengthens the bond. We need to be sure what we feed her is healthy! Years ago, it was universally accepted that cats love milk and cream, but it was discovered they lose the ability to digest dairy products before they reach adulthood. If cats drink more than a smidgen of milk, they may get diarrhea, bloating or vomiting, just like lactose-intolerant people do, so it’s best for them to drink plain water.
Tuna is another food that can be problematic for a cat’s health. Cats love it, and many cat foods incorporate it. However, a steady diet of canned tuna can cause some serious medical problems down the line. Tuna is low in vitamins E and K, which can lead to internal bleeding and painful inflammation of body fat. Other nutrient imbalances can cause neurological symptoms and bladder issues. So, if your cat adores tuna, vary it with other well-balanced cat food to keep him healthy.
Giving your cat “people food” can be a very dangerous practice. Feeding table scraps can cause him to put on extra pounds, but more importantly some human foods are poisonous to cats. Such things as garlic, onions, chocolate and grapes can upset a cat’s digestive system and at times prove fatal. So, play it safe, and follow your vet’s recommendations. If you are tempted to feed her “people food,” check it out first and feed your cats a diet formulated especially for them.
Our cat of the week is a charming little girl named Regis. This beautiful 2-year-old has a gray tabby coat on top and a snow-white underside. She is a sweet and friendly little goofball who turns herself inside out to get belly rubs and lots of attention. Regis and her two housemates were abandoned when their previous owner moved and left them behind. She is spayed, up to date on her shots and microchipped. She is now looking for her “fur-ever” home. Why not come in and meet her? We promise you won’t be sorry!
Other female cats available for adoption include adorable 2-year-old Jen, who is white with gray tabby patches and is a tad shy but very friendly; pretty 3-year-old brown tabby Sophie, who is a bit of a drama queen with other cats (translation: should be an only cat); and cute 3-year-old petite brown tabby Chismosa, who would love to be your only cat as she is a bit grouchy with the other cats around.
We have two bonded pairs available for adoption: a striking longhair brown tabby father/daughter pair named Coco (8 years) and Gizmo (5 years) and a pair of very shy 2½-year-old siblings named Sadie (black) and Sammy (gray tabby). Sadie and Sammy spent much of their early life confined to a cage after being rescued as strays. They will need a very special angel who has the patience to give them time and space to realize their potential.
We have had steady adoptions lately, and we still have a few more cats waiting for their vet appointments. Kittens will be available for adoption this month, so please keep checking Petfinder and our Facebook page to see who is available. Remember that kittens are adopted in pairs.
Our adoption hours are intended for people who have been preapproved to adopt a cat from PFC. Please pick up an application for preapproval during adoption hours, or email us for an application to be sent to you. Once you have been preapproved, you are welcome to come to the shelter during adoption hours to be shown the cats. Please note facemasks are required when visiting the shelter.
The PFC shelter is located at 44 Beagle Lane in Teaticket. Our mailing address is PO Box 422, West Falmouth, MA 02574.
The shelter is open for preapproved adopters on Wednesdays from 4 to 6 PM and on Saturdays from 10 AM to 1 PM. If you need to get in touch with us, call our hotline at 508-540-5654. Press #0 if you have cat-related issues or questions or if you need to surrender a cat or kitten, are interested in volunteering or for additional information about People for Cats. Press #2 if you need help from our Veterinary Care Assistance Fund, which provides financial assistance for veterinary care and spay/neuter for qualified residents of Bourne, Falmouth and Mashpee. All calls are returned as quickly as possible.
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