Pennsylvania Shelter Shares Heartbreaking Video of Senior Cats Who Were 'Once Someone's Baby'
Working at a shelter or doing volunteer work is never easy, as there are so many pets that are looking for a forever home, especially senior dogs and cats who are long-term residents.
The Pennsylvania SPCA shares in their video, posted on September 9, how many senior cats are waiting to be adopted, and it's heartbreaking. Let's check it out!
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This is truly sad!
Although the reasons are unknown, many senior cats are often surrendered to shelters by their owners due to lifestyle changes, such as moving to a place that doesn't allow pets, financial difficulties, or the owner's health issues. Older cats may also be given up when their owners can no longer care for them.
As shown in the video, many cats are between 12 and 16 years old and look quite sad.
One of the reasons why older cats are not being adopted much is because some people mistakenly believe that older cats are more prone to health problems, and they may not want to deal with potential medical expenses.
This misconception can lead to more senior cats being relinquished to shelters.
Additionally, people may be hesitant to adopt senior cats because they fear that their time with the cat may be shorter due to the cat's age. However, senior cats can still provide many years of companionship and love.
In fact, senior cats can make wonderful companions. They often require less active play and are calmer and more settled in their behaviors, which can be appealing to many adopters.
It's important to note that the reasons cats end up in shelters can vary widely from one place to another, and shelters often do their best to provide care, rehabilitation, and adoption services for these animals.
If you're interested in adopting a senior cat from this shelter, you can contact the SPCA directly.
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