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Giving Animals A New Leash on Life
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animals reunited with owners
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spay & neuter surgeries
Hi, I'm Delilah.
💕 Meet Delilah
Delilah is a sweet, affectionate girl with plenty to say! This chatty kitten loves attention and is happiest when she’s spending time with her people. While she may be a little shy when meeting someone new, it doesn’t take long for her loving personality to shine through. When she first arrived in foster care, Delilah was skittish and unsure of her surroundings, but after a few days of quiet decompression and gentle encouragement, she began seeking out attention and affection on her own.
One of Delilah’s favorite activities is simply being loved on. She happily approaches her people for pets and enjoys spending time nearby, soaking up attention whenever she can. She also likes playing with toys and was always excited when the resident cats stopped by to visit through the gate, suggesting she may enjoy having a feline companion in her future home.
Delilah has excellent litter box habits, eats well (especially if canned food is involved!), and settled into her foster home’s routine with ease. She would do best in a patient, quieter home where she can continue building confidence at her own pace. We suspect Delilah may not have had the easiest start in life, so she’ll appreciate adopters who understand that trust takes time. Give her a little patience and a lot of love, and you’ll gain a devoted companion who is more than happy to tell you all about her day. 🐾💕
Hi, I'm Pip Pip Cheerio.
Hi, I’m Pip Pip Cheerio! I’m a lovable little guy whose favorite thing in the world is being close to my people—seriously, I’m happiest when I’m cuddled right on top of you. I may have had a rough start settling into foster care, but after a few days I relaxed and showed everyone what a sweet, affectionate boy I really am. I enjoy leisurely walks, chew toys, tug-of-war, and relaxing on the couch with my humans. I can be a little vocal when I see strangers or other dogs out on walks, but with reassurance and redirection, I calm down nicely and usually end up enjoying the attention. With my adorable floppy ear and cuddly personality, I’m just looking for a loving home where I can soak up all the affection I deserve!
3159 Susquehanna Trail N
York PA 17406 Kennel #:3537
Hi, I'm Hartley.
Full of heart and handsome to boot, this guy is Hartley. Hartley was brought in as an injured stray with signs of ownership and having recent medical care, but he wasn’t reclaimed. Hartley lives life like a king with everything on demand. He’ll climb into your lap or give you ‘hugs’ with his paws over his shoulders, sometimes going all the way up for a ride! He retained a bit of a street-savvy cat’s edge, getting mouthy when he’s overstimulated or excited to eat. (Like we said, he’s the one in charge here.) Hartley likes to hunt and enjoys kicker toys that he can grab and sit on, though he’ll chase toys around too!
Hartley seems to have a dense coat and could use some support with the brush despite being shorthair. Due to his background, we don’t know how Hartley feels about living with cats, dogs, and kids. With his occasional rough play behavior, slow introductions and temperament matches would be essential to a harmonious home. Hartley may be a cat who gives love on his terms, but the love he gives is intense! He’s ready to rule the roost again… just as soon as he gets out of that cone.
Hi, I'm Karen Michelle.
Karen Michelle is a big, beautiful girl with an even bigger heart. She loves spending time outdoors, rolling in the grass, playing, and soaking up all the attention she can get from her favorite people. Because of her size and strength, Karen Michelle will do best with a family that can comfortably handle her and continue helping her be the best companion she can be. Due to behavior that has been observed around cats and small animals, she is looking for a home without either of those. Karen Michelle seems a bit reserved around young children and would likely be happiest in a home with older kids who can respect her space while she settles in. If you’re looking for a fun-loving, affectionate companion who enjoys both playtime and cuddle time, Karen Michelle may be the perfect addition to your family.
3159 Susquehanna Trail N
York PA 17406 Kennel #3537
Hi, I'm Spirit.
With his chubby cheeks and little white paws, meet Spirit! Spirit came into the shelter with another cat due to their former family’s trouble affording care after the arrival of a new baby. Spirit’s previous family writes that he is talkative, lovey, and enjoys following his people around, but that he can be shy with strangers. In the shelter, Spirit has not had the opportunity to open up much to us yet, but he will show more of his true colors as he settles in—we’ve been told he can be held like a baby!
Spirit was born and raised in his former household never having lived around dogs or human children before coming in. He was raised with other cats and was said to be generally good with them, but he can become anxious around them. Spirit may do well with cats who are not too bossy or domineering as a result. Spirit’s soulmate would look past his reserved exterior and be ready to love him in whatever form that takes: a quiet shadow, or a chatty one!
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Fostering saves two lives – the life of the animal in your home and the one we now have space for in the shelter. Our foster families create the capacity for us to care for more animals, and for pets struggling in the shelter environment, a foster family’s loving home can make a life-saving difference. Join our foster team to help pets heal, grow, and prepare for their forever home.
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