I adopted a shelter cat today. A friend works at an animal hospital in Fairfax, knew I was looking for a cat, and hooked me up. She’s a gray tabby, the cat that is, and was injured in a house fire. The house was totally destroyed and sadly the family could not afford to pay for the cat’s care. The folks in the animal hospital took care of her and she stayed at one of the vet’s house while they looked for a permanent home for her.
So, barring unforeseen circumstances, Pookie, who I think I am renaming Spooky, has found a permanent home at my place. She certainly seems easy going. She has been exploring my apartment extensively for that last hour or so and is now dozing on my couch. What a sweeties! Here she is….