u/past-and-future-days

$2 each! Now I just need to sit down and scan them in to share somewhere.

Hi all! It's the lady with all the "island of misfit cat" posts.

Last Christmas you may remember that we turned our old "little library" into a Christmas Angel Box for the holidays, which was a great success. We hope to do that again at the end of this year, but for the rest of the year we've converted the box to a Little Pet Pantry.

The pantry is currently stocked and available, for those who are having difficulty meeting their pets' needs. Additionally, we're in the process of collecting other large items like carriers, litter pans and crates (stored elsewhere, obviously) that can be requested as needed.

Although it's not out yet, I'll also be placing some flyers on the box that direct people to low-cost neuter and vaccine clinics in the area, and larger pet pantries that can serve more consistent needs.

Additionally, if you have (or need) coupons for pet supplies, there's an envelope in the upper cabinet (none in there yet, unfortunately, but--again--there's more to come.)

The pet pantry is located at 9 Naylor Court in Quakertown. If visiting, just please avoid blocking the neighbors' driveways.

Hi all! It's the lady with all the "island of misfit cat" posts.

Last Christmas you may remember that we turned our old "little library" into a Christmas Angel Box for the holidays, which was a great success. We hope to do that again at the end of this year, but for the rest of the year we've converted the box to a Little Pet Pantry.

The pantry is currently stocked and available, for those who are having difficulty meeting their pets' needs. Additionally, we're in the process of collecting other large items like carriers, litter pans and crates (stored elsewhere, obviously) that can be requested as needed.

Although it's not out yet, I'll also be placing some flyers on the box that direct people to low-cost neuter and vaccine clinics in the area, and larger pet pantries that can serve more consistent needs.

Additionally, if you have (or need) coupons for pet supplies, there's an envelope in the upper cabinet (none in there yet, unfortunately, but--again--there's more to come.)

The pet pantry is located at 9 Naylor Court in Quakertown. If visiting, just please avoid blocking the neighbors' driveways.

Scarlet has now been with us for about four weeks, and we've had a chance to fully vet and assess her. I'd need to double-check that her vaccines are up to date, but--if not--that will all be taken care of.

Scarlet is now JUST skirting 20 lbs, and we're working on having her lose about a half pound a month, which is the vet-recommended rate for a cat her size. This works out to 270-300 calories a day (she's on a portioned, prescription dry diet.)

We had some difficulty getting her to eat, when she first came to us, but it seems to have been stress related. She's now eating like a champ, uses the litterbox brilliantly, and is an all around sweet girl.

She still has some mobility issues (she spends most of the day lounging in her crate), but we have a camera set up in her room, and we watch her zig-zag all over the place at night.

Every day she gets a wipe-down to help with her grooming, and multiple brushing sessions. You have never seen a cat who likes getting brushed as much as this one. She especially likes being brushed and petted WHILE she's eating, and if she has any food left in her bowl she shimmies over to it so she can enjoy both at once.

She's shown cautious interest in our cats, and no reaction at all when two of our seniors moseyed in to look her over. Over the next week we're going to transition her into another room with our most "foster friendly" cat, so hopefully she can make a friend.

Scarlet STILL needs a forever home!

Our ideal adopter will be older / established, no children (or older, calm children, who will be gentle and respectful of her), no dogs, and either no other cats or other cat-friendly cats. You will IDEALLY have experience working with severely overweight cats, but we are happy to walk you through what she needs (I promise it's minimal), and continue to provide guidance and support to ensure a smooth transition.

Due to her weight, someone who can provide her with "single floor" living would be a nice bonus, but not necessary. She navigated a three-story Philadelphia row home with no problems, and she needs exercise.

For better or for worse, she is a very low-energy cat! Safe to say she's not going to be tearing around your house and creating havoc. She gets very nervous about being picked up (again, owing to her size), so she likes to live her life on solid ground.

Scarlet is not on any medications, and although she's currently on a high-fiber prescription diet, once she's back to a comfortable weight she should be able to transition to an "OTC" fiber-friendly / weight management diet. She will also come with some personal items, like a large low-entry litter box, raised bowls, and her favorite beds / hides.

If you are interested, or would like to meet her, please let me know! She is sweet as pie, and we already love her, but she deserves someone who can give her their full attention.

Scarlet has now been with us for about four weeks, and we've had a chance to fully vet and assess her. I'd need to double-check that her vaccines are up to date, but--if not--that will all be taken care of.

Scarlet is now JUST skirting 20 lbs, and we're working on having her lose about a half pound a month, which is the vet-recommended rate for a cat her size. This works out to 270-300 calories a day (she's on a portioned, prescription dry diet.)

We had some difficulty getting her to eat, when she first came to us, but it seems to have been stress related. She's now eating like a champ, uses the litterbox brilliantly, and is an all around sweet girl.

She still has some mobility issues (she spends most of the day lounging in her crate), but we have a camera set up in her room, and we watch her zig-zag all over the place at night.

Every day she gets a wipe-down to help with her grooming, and multiple brushing sessions. You have never seen a cat who likes getting brushed as much as this one. She especially likes being brushed and petted WHILE she's eating, and if she has any food left in her bowl she shimmies over to it so she can enjoy both at once.

She's shown cautious interest in our cats, and no reaction at all when two of our seniors moseyed in to look her over. Over the next week we're going to transition her into another room with our most "foster friendly" cat, so hopefully she can make a friend.

Scarlet STILL needs a forever home!

Our ideal adopter will be older / established, no children (or older, calm children, who will be gentle and respectful of her), no dogs, and either no other cats or other cat-friendly cats. You will IDEALLY have experience working with severely overweight cats, but we are happy to walk you through what she needs (I promise it's minimal), and continue to provide guidance and support to ensure a smooth transition.

Due to her weight, someone who can provide her with "single floor" living would be a nice bonus, but not necessary. She navigated a three-story Philadelphia row home with no problems, and she needs exercise.

For better or for worse, she is a very low-energy cat! Safe to say she's not going to be tearing around your house and creating havoc. She gets very nervous about being picked up (again, owing to her size), so she likes to live her life on solid ground.

Scarlet is not on any medications, and although she's currently on a high-fiber prescription diet, once she's back to a comfortable weight she should be able to transition to an "OTC" fiber-friendly / weight management diet. She will also come with some personal items, like a large low-entry litter box, raised bowls, and her favorite beds / hides.

If you are interested, or would like to meet her, please let me know! She is sweet as pie, and we already love her, but she deserves someone who can give her their full attention.