Adoptable Pet of the Week

Sadie is a 5-year-old white domestic short hair kitty with green eyes. This vocal lady loves children, laps, and warm window sills. Sadie prefers to be the only cat in your life, but may consider sharing you with just the right dog. Give her plenty of attention and she will return the favor by showering you with purrs and affection.

To meet Sadie and other available cats needing loving homes, visit ASAP at the Santa Barbara County Animal Shelter, 5473 Overpass Road. Hours are weekdays, 9 a.m.-4:45 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. For more information, call the ASAP office at 683-3368 or visit their website at www.asapcats.org.

Animal Shelter Assistance Program (ASAP) is a volunteer-based, nonprofit organization that takes care of the cats and kittens at the Santa Barbara County Animal Shelter. ASAP provides humane care for these animals and works to eliminate the practice of euthanizing them for reasons other than serious health or behavior problems.

The following is included in the adoption fee at ASAP: Spay or neuter surgery, Flea treatment, Vaccinations, Microchipping, Health evaluation, including testing for Feline Leukemia (FeLV) and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV). Cats thought to be 10 years or older receive a full blood panel evaluation, thus assuring that the cat is indeed healthy and adoptable, Medical and drug coverage through ASAP’s vet for 2 weeks beyond adoption, if necessary, Temperament evaluation and Cat Carrier (you can save the County money by bringing your own).

Kitten season is just around the corner! If you are interested in fostering, please visit ASAP’s website: http://www.asapcats.org/volunteer/fostering.html

Lisa Acho Remorenko is executive director of Animal Adoption Solutions, www.animaladoptionsolutions.com