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Time
to remember animals of Katrina
August 28, 2008
Today's Tail Talk is dedicated to all of the thousands of animals
whose lives were impacted by the tragedy of Hurricane Katrina. Three
years later, we remember and honor each and every one of them, from
the companions who gave their humans unconditional love to the
strays that never experienced the human-animal bond because they
were neglected or simply consigned to life on the streets. We light
a symbolic and eternal candle to their amazing spirits that will
live with us forever.
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Like many folks who work in an office, I'm surrounded by the tapping
sound of fingers on computer keys and people scurrying about to meet
deadlines. But unlike most of us who toil away in a cubicle, I'm
amazingly lucky to be surrounded by some of the best co-workers a
gal could have in her corner.
Take Ada, for example, a puppy my colleague Amy recently adopted.
Ada is so adorable she's often smothered in kisses, and lucky for
us, she's just as generous when it comes to returning affection.
The same can be said for some of the wonderful cats at our Louisiana
SPCA. Many aren't aware of the advantages of adopting an older cat.
With mature cats, there are no surprises. Their size, temperament
and health are known. They also require little or no supervision
because they are settled. Like any companion animal, they require
our love, and playtime for them can be as simple as curling up on
the sofa with you.
That's why Malvin, 14, and Wimby, 13, make such perfect companions.
Malvin and Wimby came from the same home and are sweet and gentle
boys that are true connoisseurs of good ear scratches. Malvin,
however, is afraid of dogs, so a household without dogs would
probably be the best fit for them.
These cats would love to be adopted as a pair and continue to share
a home, but they will go separately into two loving homes if
necessary.
And then there's Louis, 16, the oldest and wisest guru at the
shelter. He used to live with children and two dogs and is the
definition of a lap cat. And Charlie, 12, loves quiet time and
drifting into kitty dream land.
If you would like to adopt Malvin, Wimby, Louis or Charlie, please
visit the Louisiana SPCA at 1700 Mardi Gras Blvd. during adoption
hours: Monday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Gloria Dauphin
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