Feral Friends is among the many shelters and rescue groups that are celebrating November as Adopt-a-Senior-Pet Month.

"Think of a pet that is already trained and doesn't chew or scratch everything in sight--a pet who will love you unconditionally," said Kelly Richert, president of Feral Friends, “That's what you get when you adopt a senior pet."

Among Feral Friends senior cats, is a sweet twelve year old gray and white male cat named Checkers.  He was rescued from a hording situation.  He has a limp right ear but is a big healthy boy.  Checkers is neutered, declawed, up to date on shots and micro-chipped. He just needs a loving home in which to spend his senior years. Checkers loves to be petted and is easy going and affectionate. If you would like to meet him, contact us at info@feralfriends.org 

Some people worry that a senior pet comes with problems, but an older animal is easier to deal with. At animal shelters and rescue groups everywhere, there are loving, healthy senior pets like Checkers, looking for that one special home to cherish them for the rest of their life, and they don't ask for much: just a warm place to sleep, good meals and plenty of love.

During Adopt-a-Senior-Pet Month, take the opportunity to get acquainted with the older pets available at Feral Friends.  Visit www.feralfriends.org to see all of the adoptable cats.

Here are some other reasons to adopt a senior pet:       

• What you see is what you get.  With older dogs or cats you will usually know about any behavior challenges or health considerations before you adopt.  There should be no surprises.
• Previous Training.  Adult animals often already know how to live harmoniously with humans.  In general, adult dogs and cats require far less supervision and less constant care, which can make them ideal companions for people with busy lives.  They are already litter box or house trained.  An older dog might also have obedience training. 
• Matching Lifestyles.  An animal’s relatively calm demeanor and less intense exercise needs make them the perfect match for an older person seeking friendship and love in a full-time working household.  They often make excellent companions for other animals too. 

Please come and visit us to find your furry friend and new family member at our adoption locations every Saturday, 11a.m. to 4p.m. at our PetSmart locations: Richardson - 16821 Coit Rd. (Coit & Campbell), and Rowlett, 5709 Liberty Grove (Hwy. 66 & Liberty Grove, near Super Target).  You may also visit our Web site to view all of the cats and kittens available for adoption. 

Our cats are not feral they are very much socialized.  They live in homes with foster parents and, most of the time, other cats, children and even dogs.  All of our cats are vaccinated, micro-chipped, spayed or neutered and each adopted cat receives 30 days of pet insurance. For more information, to make a donation or volunteer, visit www.feralfriends.org or call 972-671-0429.