Two worthy family members on offer

From THE MARYBOROUGH ANIMAL REFUGE

SONSIE

This is 4-year-old Sonsie’s third stay at the Refuge – through no fault of her own.

The first time she was surrendered, she was a very scared cat, and it took her a long time to come out of her shell and trust people.

She was finally adopted to an older lady who adored her and gave her a lovely home. Sonsie became that lady’s shadow and followed her everywhere. Sadly, her owner eventually had to go into care, and she was surrendered back to the Refuge.

This was heartbreaking for both the owner and Sonsie. There is no doubt that Sonsie went into grief, withdrawing into herself again.

Due to her aloofness, she stayed at the Refuge for several months.

When she was adopted again, the home life did not work out as expected and she was brought back once more. She has now been at the Refuge for over a month.

Sonsie is not a lap cat and likes her own space. However, she loves to be patted and brushed.

She shows affection to the regular Refuge volunteers. She will sit beside you and be companiable but does not like to be picked up or crowded by people.

Who knows what may have happened in her early life that makes her uncomfortable with being held? But there are many people out there who appreciate having a cat that does not demand constant attention. Sonsie just needs to meet them.

Sonsie is seeking a home with no young children and no other cats. She is toilet trained and has previously been an inside/outside cat.

Sonsie may still be missing her first adopted owner terribly, and wondering why she keeps ending up back in a Refuge enclosure.

She will need an owner who is prepared to be patient and undemanding with her, to give her time to warm up and understand that this is her forever home.

Sonsie’s adoption fee has been reduced to $80 in the hope that she may be able to find her special someone sooner.

She has been desexed, microchipped, worm & flea-treated and vet-checked.

SPUD

Spud came to the Maryborough Animal Refuge from the Pound.

Whoever called him “Spud” may have been expecting a Couch Potato – which could not be further from the truth!

At 14 months old, this Staffy Cross brindle boy is a bundle of energy.

Someone has taken the time to do some training with him. He comes well to his name, or whistling. He also sits and shakes hands.

He needs a bit more work with walking on a lead, but he is a very smart dog and will quickly pick it up.

He would love a family that will take him on adventures or be your exercise partner.

He loves to do zoomies and to play with squeaky toys. He enjoys belly rubs as well.

Spud will require secure fencing and a home that can provide him with regular company and mental stimulation.

He is not suitable for homes with young children due to his exuberance.

Spud has not been tested with cats has appeared to be friendly towards dogs while at the Refuge.

Spud has been desexed, microchipped, registered with Council and vet-checked.

His adoption fee is $350.