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July 19, 2022 Hi all, Kathryn told me you all had gotten sick so I hope everyone’s recovered and are feeling back to normal I recently had some dental surgery and had 3 teeth pulled plus treated for a small infection on my bum from not cleaning myself well enough and had a UTI to boot! Its been a week now and as much as I HATED the car ride I’m feeling much more comfortable.  I know I had the reputation of being a bit ‘cranky’ but I’m not like that any more! I even will snuggle for a bit with Kathryn and I love to play but the best is when I get brushed!! Kathryn likes to brush me and I get at least two a day and sometimes three!!! Overall I’m the queen living my royal life as I should be and quite content! I wasn’t sure about Kathryn or where I’d landed at first but we’re the perfect match! Say hi to everyone and thanks again for all you did for me. All the best, Loki (and Kathryn)

May 5, 2022  I was asked to send pictures of Peach, now Sir Henry, named after Sir Henry Woods, an English Orchestra Conductor, orchestra arranger, composer, teacher and founder of the Proms concerts in London in1895. Today, the Proms is a series of 75 concerts from mid July to mid September, mostly classical, rock, folk and on occasion, Big Band. Sir Henry believed that especially Classical music should be heard by the masses.

I adopted Sir Henry last September after the loss of one of my two Munchens, Cali. He is friends to all. He so badly wants to meet Curly Sue, my new tenants 10 year old, but Curly Sue says no. He is very intelligent as many Orange Tabbies usually are. He knows his name and most of the time, when called, he comes. He is going to be one of the top four cats I have ever owned, maybe in Sir Henry’s case, he owns me.  Thank you, Tony

May 4, 2022  Here they are, George and Gracie – a year old now. (you may remember them as Purrfect and Grace) They came into our lives last June at 12 weeks old. We never knew that having two kitties would be so much fun. Watching them grow, interact with each other and with us has been such a joy. From the mischief to the sweetness these two are incredibly precious. Thank you PFofA for allowing us to adopt these wonderful and adorable kitties.  All the best, Jeff and Cherie

November 23, 2021 Hi! Just wanted to say Randy is settling in his new home very well! He likes to relax on the couch while we work all day and has his own cozy spot on the bed at night. I’m sure if he could he’d say hi and happy Thanksgiving! Best, Claire & Tanner & Randy

November 3, 2021 Jigsaw, now Tracer, and Lucky, now Lucas, saw the vet yesterday and charmed Dr. Rachel at Hadlock Vet. She pronounced them wonderful, as we knew she would. Their weight was just right, we got info from her as to amounts to feed and recommended food – and she also recommended a dental crunchy food to help keep their teeth clean, which both cats are clearly enjoying eating.They received their rabies shot and we will be taking them back in a year for their second rabies and other vaccines they need. We paid for their rabies shots – so please consider it a ‘donation’ to PFOA. The AVID microchip forms are completed and will be mailed to AVID within the next couple of days. Both cats were angels at the visit, exploring the exam room, and getting treats from Dr. Rachel for good behavior. Thank you for these two wonderful and completely beloved cats – they are perfect for us and I believe we are perfect for them! Linda and Tom D

October 27, 2021 Hey guys, Baby is settling in nicely here in Sequim. She even sleeps with us at night and purrs away. She hisses at the dog sometimes and lets him know who’s boss too. Hopefully that’s a temporary thing. Here’s a couple of pics of her in her fancy new cat tree we made.Thanks again for everything, this has been a great experience! Sean E

September 21, 2021 Dear Danette and the kitty loving care givers at PFOA, I think of you often and miss my visits to Safe Haven. I was sad to hear that Merry has died. Merry was quite a tough old girl with an attitude. She could still be sweet and friendly when the mood suited her. That is what I like about cats. Dogs are an open book. Cats are complicated. 😀 Thank you for all the good care you continue to give cats and kittens in need. I hope to visit you and the kitties sometime in the future. Mary Beth L

September 16, 2021  John and I are sorry to read that Tippy has crossed that great Rainbow Bridge. He was the best spokescat ever and I know he will be greatly missed. PFOA will have a Tippy-sized hole left which may forever be there. Please pass along our condolences to everyone, including Kimmie, Patti and Tracy. John & Sara

July 1, 2021   Dear PFOA, I wanted to share how well BowTie is doing in his new home and include a few pictures. Upon arriving home from after a long and pretty vocal car ride home, BowTie (Bow for short) exited the carrier and proceeded to calmly meander around the house exploring his new domain. After which he then hopped up on my daughters’ bed, stretched out between her and her friend to receive hours of love, attention and belly rubs. That evening he took turns going between my husband and my laps on the couch, he gave us each equal opportunity to give him love and pets.

His arrival home coincided with record setting temps and our house quickly became very, very uncomfortable and he was showing some stress from the heat. Fortunately my husband’s parents live a short 5 minutes away, have air conditioning and were thrilled to have him. So for the worst of the heat wave, he spent 3 nights in air conditioned bliss with my son coming along as well to chaperone and see to his care. He spent his days on their couch going from lap to lap, getting loved spoiled and possibly a little overfed- we were worried we might not be able to get him back! Bow’s new grandparents really loved having him in their home. Overall he’s eating, drinking and ‘producing’ quite well and seems completely ‘at one’ with his new forever home. We are so thrilled to have him in our family, it was just what we all needed-to have a furrbaby strolling through the house again and curling up in our laps. Thank you for taking such good care of him and helping him find his new forever home with us. Thanks for all that you do. Gratefully, Jennifer and the whole D family

June 1, 2021 Every Tuesday we celebrate Rascal. What a special day to adopt our beautiful boy. He is my “ sugar”. He is ready to go to bed at 10:00 every night. His blankets are on our bed where he makes “ biscuits “ before settling in for bedtime. At first he was hesitant to get on Ted’s lap. Soon Rascal realized that his dad loved him very much and enjoyed petting him. We want to thank you and let you know that Rascal is loved, spoiled and enjoying his forever home. HUGS 🤗 Andrea and Ted

May 29, 2021 Hi all, got a call from a pfoa staffer wanting 2 know how i was doing. she said we could answer by phone or email, & i wanted the latter so i could include the latest fab videos of moi! unfortunately, pattijeanne must be suffering from stage fright. )-; our folks wanted to capture her unearthing me from an overturned box (a trick we’ve done repeatedly), but she now won’t do same camera. go figure. … hopefully that will change in the near future. i am GROWINGGROWINGGROWING probably, obviously, as i speak. i really look more like a small cat than a kitten. either i am way older than everyone thought or i am going 2 be way big. my parents are pulling for the latter, but the jury’s still out with my dogs. speaking of my dogs, yesterday my mom bought me 3 little mice. she threw 1 down, but patti snapped it up. so she thru another 1 down, & patti snapped that 1 up 2. she threw the last 1 down, and patti couldn’t get it without losing the 1st 2. so i thought ‘aha!,’ this 1 is mine. but then linda snapped that 1 up. SO NOT FAIR! what do they think they are? cats?

that said, i think i’m really a dog in cats clothing. i run back and forth with patti +/or linda everywhere they go. all the time. i’m gearing up 2 growl with them 2, every time the ups truck makes an appearance. the dogs don’t seem 2 realize that ups could mean amazon and amazon could mean toys and other good stuff.* but when in rome. … i actually think i might be part horse, too: i actually gallop, rather than run, back and forth. gives new meaning to the expression, thundering hooves. all & all, everything is going great. only my mom has 1 regret and that’s that i’m not black. i plan to work on that. take care and hope to see you soon. xo, peach
* i will send a snap of my new amazon scratching post. super cute! cheers & cheerio! xo, peach

April 5, 2021 I have an Izxy also but even though she looks like your Izzy their personalities are no where alike. Mine hates to be held but loves to be petted on her terms–which means all four feet on the floor. She is rotund and looks like a walking football at times LOL. She is very particular about what she eats liking gravy and not much else in the way of wet food. She does like her treats however. I think she inherited a lot of her mother’s feral characteristics. We love her anyway. I enjoy your mews letters so keep them coming. Your friend, Beverly B

April 5, 2021 Great newsletter and great news as well! Thank you for all you do! Vivian B

February 10, 2021 Dear Mary Myers, Danette Grady, and all PFOA staff, who make PFOA the wonderful community organization it is. We and our cat, Rosalee, are indebted to you all for your service to us and to the many pet lovers in the greater Sequim and Port Angeles areas. It’s our pleasure to be a part of your “family”. Best wishes for continued successes, and we hope you all STAY SAFE!! The Covid vaccines are coming! (smile) Love to you all, Loretta and Dick