An EARful from E.A.R.S

by Judi Winant (Ace Report and amazing volunteer)

I started at EARS as a Cat Socializer. I am now Volunteer Coordinator, Cat Room Tour Guide, Re-Sale Store Cashier and Buddy of Rascal, our American Bulldog mascot.

We are a very small organization but we have a Big Heart with stories to warm your Heart.

Rascal is the soul of EARS. He was neglected for 2 years, lying in urine because of a bladder infection. His paw pads were bloody and his 40pound underweight body was a mass of sores. He is 8 years old and our official greeter and love bug. He's had many medical procedures at great cost and we still owe vet bills on him but he is worth every penny. His is ony one story but he has affected so many with his sweetness, gentleness and good humor.

On the Cat Front, we have wonderful news. Whitney, our oldest and longest resident, was adopted recently. She is 7 years old and was with us for more than 3 years. There was not a dry eye in the house when she left to go to her “forever home”. She is so happy there and has adjusted so well. She knows she is loved and acts like a kitten again. Being at EARS for so long she became withdrawn but now she has a new life and enjoys every second of it.

Also, an 11 year old cat was adopted by an older couple who have been in several times to say how happy they are with their new companion.

A 19 year old blind and dead cat was taken in by a wonderful, compassionate woman who pampers older, unwanted cats for the rest of their lives. We are blessed to have such beautiful people like her in the world.

We hope to continue to report stories like these but we are in dire straits as so many are these days. We need help with rent money, it is over $1000 every month.

Can't give cash? We'll take food for our Pet Pantry, litter, paper towels, cleaning supplies like bleach, and donations for Rascal's Re-Sale Store. Anything to keep us going so we can rescue more of these precious beings.

Come visit our store and meet Rascal and our wonderful cats. I'll give you a personal tour and introduce you to everyone of them.