Name: Rocky
Age: 7 years
Breed: DSH
Sex: Male
We are scheduling appointments for adopters to come in and meet our available cats. You do not need to choose a specific cat and we are not placing cats on hold for specific adopters.
Seven year old Rocky looks a little rough in these photos. We know that. And there is a good reason. Rocky has not had an easy life so far. We are told that he was abandoned in a dumpster as a kitten. (Who does that?) He was saved and ultimately taken in by someone who had loads of love to offer but very little in the way of resources.
She adored Rocky and that shows in the way that he looks to people for reassurance. But she was unable to get him regular vet care or even care when he was ill. She tried her hardest to keep him safe (and to keep him) but facing homelessness she contacted Protectors of Animals and asked to surrender him to our care. It was a selfless decision, and we will not tolerate any negative comments.
Rocky had some skin issues. He needed dental care. He needed to lose weight. He appeared to be overgrooming out of stress. In short, he was a mess. He was also sweet and loving and would press his head against you, purring loudly and asking for comfort. How could we say no?
We didn't.
Rocky has had his dental work completed and is healing. His skin issues seem to be resolving. His fur is getting thicker and healthier. We would like to say that he is losing weight but since our volunteers keep slipping him treats, we are not sure that this is true. What is true is that Rocky needs someone who will take him in and offer him unceasing love and care. He promises to be a loyal and loving companion. And he deserves a future that is not as rough as his past.
To find out more or to make an appointment to meet our available cats, please start by filling out the application on our website. (Link in comments). Our placement team will be in touch by e-mail to discuss the next steps. And if you are not in a position to adopt you can still help Rocky be spreading the word so that he can find his home.
We think he is perfect. And if you think he is perfect for you, please fill out the application at www.poainc.org and ask to meet the available cats. If you already have an approved application, you can simply e-mail poaplacement@gmail.com.
Adoptions are now done by appointment only. Email poaplacement@gmail.com for more info and an appointment.