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Adopting Special Needs Pets

Ashton: Happy Caturday, everykitty!

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Did you know that today is two important days that come together into one happy coincidence? It’s National Specially-Abled Pets Day and also a National Adoption Weekend. That means it’s time for me to remind you that cats that might not be perfect on the outside, like me, can be perfect companions.

I have a forever wink. Cousin Earl has a funny hop. But you know what? We purr and cuddle and love you just the same as any other cat. Well, not you, because we already have homes where we are loved even though we aren’t perfect on the outside. There’s a cat out there who isn’t quite perfect on the outside who is waiting to love you, too. Whether that cat doesn’t see quite right, doesn’t hear, or maybe doesn’t walk in a straight line like other cats do, that cat is going to be the most loving pet ever. If this is your weekend to adopt, don’t overlook that special needs kitty.

Now if you’ll excuse me, I have to go show Newton who’s boss. Have a great Caturday!

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May 3, 2014 Filed Under: Rescue Tagged With: Ashton, special needs pets 14 Comments

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  1. Deztinee High says

    May 3, 2014 at 1:52 am

    Yous fuwgot how adowable yous are. But meez luvs yous. Why can’t yous luv meez back?? 🙂 Meez vewy happy yous hav a wunnewful happy home whewe yous awe vewy luvved and adowed. And altho meez sisfuw looks nowmal on da outside hers dusn’ hav many teefys. But dat dusn’t stop hers fwum twyin’ tu eat evewfin’ in sight and purrin and luvvin’ mommy and meez. Hope lots of kittys get adopted dis weekend. Hav a Pawsum day!!

    Luv and Hugs and Kitty Kisses ♥♥♥

    Dezi

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  2. Sue Farr says

    May 3, 2014 at 3:09 am

    We always smile when we see you Ashton and just because you only have one eye it makes you extra special.
    Luv Hannah and Lucy xx xx

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  3. Charles Huss says

    May 3, 2014 at 5:05 am

    What a great cause. My special needs cat has a mental disorder. But all kidding aside, my sister-in-law has several disabled cats that have brought great joy into the house.

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  4. Brian says

    May 3, 2014 at 7:21 am

    You are so very pretty sweet Ashton and we totally agree with that wonderful message!

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  5. Angel Keisha says

    May 3, 2014 at 9:22 am

    U are so right! Special needs critters are awesome. 🙂

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  6. Marg says

    May 3, 2014 at 10:07 am

    That is so correct, the special needs cats are so special in their own way. We have one that was hit by a car and have to have part of her hip removed but she is fine and walks just fine. Good subject. Take care and have a good week end.

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  7. Melissa says

    May 3, 2014 at 12:18 pm

    Special needs kitties are extra special…you’re living proof of that! Wonderful message 🙂

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  8. Angel AbbyGrace says

    May 3, 2014 at 1:33 pm

    Ashton,
    Mr Jinx has a special need for you! ♥♥♥

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  9. Spitty the Kitty says

    May 3, 2014 at 7:28 pm

    Aw, Ashton, I lubs your winkie 😉 I like to think you is winking at ME! Be nice to Newton, now, MOL!

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  10. The Island Cats says

    May 3, 2014 at 8:14 pm

    Ashton, you’re so right. Special needs kitties make wonderful pets.

    pee ess…we love your permanent wink. 😉

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  11. Cathy Keisha says

    May 3, 2014 at 8:42 pm

    I may LOOK like a perfect cat but I too have a “disability.” I don’t love and I bite and attack. Yes. I too am a less adoptable pet who was gonna be PTS at Liberty if CAP had pulled me.

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  12. Clooney says

    May 3, 2014 at 10:14 pm

    You are such a sweet kitty, Ashton and what a great reminder and post.

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  13. Kitty Cat Chronicles says

    May 4, 2014 at 7:05 am

    Well said, Ashton! Special needs pets are WONDERFUL pets and are just as deserving of a loving home as any other. Sharing.

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  14. Marty the Manx says

    May 8, 2014 at 9:19 pm

    My special kitty before the boys was diabetic and i used to babysit a cat who had a neurologic problem “drunk kitty” I believe who lived happily to 14yrs. Mazie is a special dog too and takes medicine every day. Love comes in all sizes and shapes whether furry or human 🙂

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