"Golden Years Pets"
Adoption fees are waived for pets eight years and older adopted by senior citizens 60 years and older with the Ark’s "Golden Years" program.
The Ark proudly announces the foundation of a new organization to honor and support our older animals: AARP (Ark Association of Retired Pets)
Below are "Golden Years" pets available for adoption. There are several good reasons to consider adopting an older pet.
Older animals tend to be quieter and less active than youngsters. This may be a good match for quieter people.
Older pets need and deserve good homes, but are often passed over for younger animals. Those of us who are sensitive to "age discrimination" among people may choose to give a second chance to an older pet.
Many older people have concerns about their ability to continue to care for a young animal for its entire lifetime. Adopting a new pet, who may live 15 or more years, is a long term commitment many older people may hesitate to make.
If you are interested in any of the animals listed below, come for a visit, or contact The Ark to discuss the pros and cons of "Golden Years" adoptions.
MS PUSSYFOOT is a 14 year-old girl who can't imagine what she's doing here. Her owner had to go to a nursing home, and Ms. Pussyfoot had to come here. She's a matronly, quiet cat who came from a quiet home, and is hoping someone will see what a nice companion she'd make. Click on her photo for a larger view.
EBONY, as her name suggests, is shiny and black. Her yellow eyes stand in startling contrast to her dark coat, making her an exceptional beauty. She is 14 years old. She has been spayed. Because Ebony has been declawed, she needs an indoor home. A quiet place with an older person or couple would be appropriate because of her age. No small children, please. Click on her photo for a larger view.
ALFRED was found as a stray on a bitterly cold night, badly matted and in need of a good meal and a bath! To our surprise, even with an amateur haircut given here at the shelter, Alfred turned out to be a gorgeous, mocha-colored Cocker, with an absolutely lovely temperament.
The vet thinks Alfred is around ten years old, but you'd never know it from his energy level. He LOVES to go on walks full speed ahead, and his little docked tail never stops wagging. Because his energy is so much that of a younger dog, it took us a couple of weeks to figure out that he does not hear well. Now that we know this, we've adjusted his training accordingly, and he does a great sit for a treat!
Alfred will make the right person a wonderful companion. Click on his photo for a larger view, and more information.
AMBER is a lovely, eight year old golden/collie/retriever mix with soulful brown eyes who was surrendered because she did not get along with a younger dog in her home. A grown-up girl with good manners, she occasionally displays a great sense of humor, throwing herself on her back in a snowbank and wiggling around like a puppy. She knows basic training commands, and enjoys training, especially the treats! In the right home, Amber will be a wonderful, calm companion who enjoys her sofa time with a favorite human.
Click on her photo for a larger view and more information.
CELESTE is a 7 year old tiger with a wonderful personality. This spayed girl loves to be held, and enjoys all the attention she can get. An outgoing, talkative girl, she rubs up against everyone, hoping for a cuddle, or a warm lap, or perhaps a willing partner to play with her. Click on her photo for a larger view.
SUKI is a dark chocolate brown, sealpoint snowshoe Siamese, with striking blue eyes. A neutered male, Suki is a big boy about 9 years old. Especially fond of laps and pats, he seeks out human attention. While Suki gets along just fine with other cats, he is declawed, and must be an indoors-only pet for his own protection. A big guy with a very sweet temperament, Suki would be the ideal companion for an older person or couple. Click on his photo for a larger view.