GIA

GIA can't seem to catch a break! She arrived to us over a year ago, very pregnant, 'middle-aged' at 7yrs old, and in poor shape. That didn't stop her from being a wonderful mommy cat! Just one day after arriving, she gave birth to four beautiful kittens. Once they were all weaned, we got to work helping Gia with her medical needs. She was spayed, and given a much needed dental -- the vets removed all but one tooth! Imagine the pain she was in! If that wasn't bad enough, she then presented with a large mass protruding from one ear, which turned out to be a non-cancerous polyp. It has been surgically removed -- so several surgeries later, Gia is now waiting for her turn to be a house cat. Given all she has been through, Gia does not like to be handled but she is very cat friendly and would make a great cat friend for another cat that needs a companion. She especially seems to gravitate to some of the older & calmer kitties as friends. She likes to sit in the window at our cat cottage & watch the birds. She really enjoys chasing around her spring toy and it's heartwarming to see her enjoying herself. We do think she may come around in a home with a very patient adopter. She did originally allow pets and head scritches & still takes treats from hands when offered-- but it would take time. She is just very wary after all she has been through. If you think you may be Gia's angel, please reach out to meet her in our cat cottage. GIA is already spayed and up to date on all her vaccines. eDOB 12/12/15 SCHEDULE A VISIT TO MEET THE CATS & KITTENS IN OUR CAT COTTAGE: - Please drop us a note telling us a little about your household, your reasons for looking to adopt, and what you are looking for in a pet. Include your availability and we'll get back to you! OUR EMAIL: - [email protected] WHERE TO FIND US ONCE YOU HAVE YOUR APPOINTMENT: - 720 Edinburg Road, Mercerville NJ 08619 - We are located behind the animal hospital. Go through the tall gate to find us. APPLICATIONS: - To submit an application directly, go to: animals-in-distress.org/adoption-application/ ADOPTION PROCESS & FEES - You must be 21 years or older to adopt. - There is an application & approval process. - Once approved, the adoption fee is $150. * If you adopt 2 cats or kittens to the same home, the adoption fee is $250. * We strongly believe that kittens do better in pairs and that bonded adult siblings who find themselves in a shelter should not be separated, so do offer this discount. ADOPTION FEE INCLUDES: - Testing for FeLV & FIV - Vaccinations (FVRCP/Distemper & Rabies) - Spay or neuter of the cat - Microchipping Please be aware that we do not adopt kittens into homes without a suitable fur friend for companionship (unless they are listed as being okay as a single), and we will not split bonded pairs. If the animal you are interested in is part of a bonded pair, please only submit an application if you are considering adopting both. Only homes within a driving distance of 45 minutes or less will be considered for kittens under 6 months of age. Note that we reserve the right to deny any application that may be unsuitable for the animal. Please be aware that our animal adoptions are NOT on a first come - first serve basis. Our sole purpose is to find the best possible home for the animals in our care.