This helps Humane Society of Kawartha Lakes with pet care costs.
My basic info
Breed
Domestic Shorthair
Color
Black (All)
Age
3 years 1 month old, Adult
Sex
Female
Pet ID
2000385847
Hair Length
short
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Some animals come through our doors and you just know… this one is special. Phoenix is one of those cats.
Phoenix is about 2 years old and arrived at HSKL as a stray in heartbreaking condition. She had a severe upper respiratory infection that had completely destroyed her eyes. Despite everything she had been through, she greeted everyone with purrs, head bumps, and a playful spirit that instantly stole the hearts of our team.
There was never a question. We weren’t giving up on her.
Phoenix was sent to the vet where she had her first eye removed, and she recovered beautifully. The cone might have been her worst nightmare, but her personality never dimmed. During recovery she quickly learned how to navigate her space, hop up on the couch, and happily play with toys like nothing could slow her down.
Last week Phoenix returned to the vet for her second surgery to remove the remaining eye. Once again she proved just how strong she is. With the pain finally gone, Phoenix can now live the comfortable life she deserves.
And here’s the incredible thing about blind cats: they adapt amazingly well. Phoenix uses her whiskers, hearing, and memory to move around confidently. Once she learns her surroundings, she navigates them like a pro. She still plays, cuddles, and explores just like any other cat.
Phoenix would thrive in a home where she has companionship. Another gentle pet could be a wonderful friend for her, and she absolutely loves being around people. She’s affectionate, playful, and full of life.
Phoenix is currently in foster care, so if you would like to meet her, please contact us to schedule an appointment.
If you can’t adopt, please consider donating. Emergency surgeries like Phoenix’s happen because of the support we receive from our community. Your donations allow us to say yes to animals who need life-saving care, just like Phoenix did.
But if you’re ready to welcome an incredibly special cat into your life… Please adopt our perfect girl, Phoenix.
To arrange a meet and greet, contact us at info@hskl.ca or 705-878-4618. You can also apply online here: https://hskl.ca/adopt/cat-application.html
Some animals come through our doors and you just know… this one is special. Phoenix is one of those cats.
Phoenix is about 2 years old and arrived at HSKL as a stray in heartbreaking condition. She had a severe upper respiratory infection that had completely destroyed her eyes. Despite everything she had been through, she greeted everyone with purrs, head bumps, and a playful spirit that instantly stole the hearts of our team.
There was never a question. We weren’t giving up on her.
Phoenix was sent to the vet where she had her first eye removed, and she recovered beautifully. The cone might have been her worst nightmare, but her personality never dimmed. During recovery she quickly learned how to navigate her space, hop up on the couch, and happily play with toys like nothing could slow her down.
Last week Phoenix returned to the vet for her second surgery to remove the remaining eye. Once again she proved just how strong she is. With the pain finally gone, Phoenix can now live the comfortable life she deserves.
And here’s the incredible thing about blind cats: they adapt amazingly well. Phoenix uses her whiskers, hearing, and memory to move around confidently. Once she learns her surroundings, she navigates them like a pro. She still plays, cuddles, and explores just like any other cat.
Phoenix would thrive in a home where she has companionship. Another gentle pet could be a wonderful friend for her, and she absolutely loves being around people. She’s affectionate, playful, and full of life.
Phoenix is currently in foster care, so if you would like to meet her, please contact us to schedule an appointment.
If you can’t adopt, please consider donating. Emergency surgeries like Phoenix’s happen because of the support we receive from our community. Your donations allow us to say yes to animals who need life-saving care, just like Phoenix did.
But if you’re ready to welcome an incredibly special cat into your life… Please adopt our perfect girl, Phoenix.
To arrange a meet and greet, contact us at info@hskl.ca or 705-878-4618. You can also apply online here: https://hskl.ca/adopt/cat-application.html
Cats: Depending on the age of the cat, adoption rates range from $200 to $280.
Dogs: Depending on the age of the dog, adoption rates are $260 to $465.
To help alleviate shelter over-crowding, we have reduced adoption fee events through-out the year. These events will be advertised.
HSKL is a proud participant of the "iAdopt for the Holidays" campaign, an annual national adoption campaign that drives pet adoptions during the holiday season.
Contact us (705-878-4618) for more information on adoption fees and our adoption process.
Keep getting our voice mail? It's ok! Leave a message and we will get back to you, just make sure you leave a call-back number, your name and date and time of call.
More information about our shelter can be found at hskl.ca
Cats: Depending on the age of the cat, adoption rates range from $200 to $280.
Dogs: Depending on the age of the dog, adoption rates are $260 to $465.
To help alleviate shelter over-crowding, we have reduced adoption fee events through-out the year. These events will be advertised.
HSKL is a proud participant of the "iAdopt for the Holidays" campaign, an annual national adoption campaign that drives pet adoptions during the holiday season.
Contact us (705-878-4618) for more information on adoption fees and our adoption process.
Keep getting our voice mail? It's ok! Leave a message and we will get back to you, just make sure you leave a call-back number, your name and date and time of call.
More information about our shelter can be found at hskl.ca
NOTICE: Until COVID-19 is under control and life goes back to normal, please phone us at 705-878-4618 regarding animals available for adoption. Do not come to the shelter without informing us first! Thank you for your cooperation during this confusing time.
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Humane Society of Kawartha Lakes (HSKL) is located at 107 McLaughlin Road in Lindsay, Ontario.
We are the only animal shelter in the City of Kawartha Lakes.
You can visit us in-person or visit our website, hskl.ca, to view our pets ready for adoption. We are also on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest and Twitter.
We also take part in several PetSmart Adopt-a-Thons at the Peterborough location.
Our pets come: spayed/neutered, micro-chipped, up to date on basic vaccinations and vet checked.
NOTICE: Until COVID-19 is under control and life goes back to normal, please phone us at 705-878-4618 regarding animals available for adoption. Do not come to the shelter without informing us first! Thank you for your cooperation during this confusing time.
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Humane Society of Kawartha Lakes (HSKL) is located at 107 McLaughlin Road in Lindsay, Ontario.
We are the only animal shelter in the City of Kawartha Lakes.
You can visit us in-person or visit our website, hskl.ca, to view our pets ready for adoption. We are also on Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest and Twitter.
We also take part in several PetSmart Adopt-a-Thons at the Peterborough location.
Our pets come: spayed/neutered, micro-chipped, up to date on basic vaccinations and vet checked.
More about this shelter
HSKL has been aiding pets for 30 years in the City of Kawartha Lakes. We have a small staff and rely on our amazing volunteers to help run the shelter. Our Board of Directors is also volunteer based.
Our Vision:
We, the Humane Society of Kawartha Lakes, envision the day when every animal in the City of Kawartha Lakes has a good quality of life with a caring, responsible, and knowledgeable owner, and is free from the fear of abuse, neglect, and ignorance.
Our Mission:
By establishing partnerships within the community, Humane Society of Kawartha Lakes, a charitable organization, is dedicated to providing leadership in the:
-Protection and provision of the humane care and treatment of all animals
-Enforcement of protection laws
-Educate the public
HSKL has been aiding pets for 30 years in the City of Kawartha Lakes. We have a small staff and rely on our amazing volunteers to help run the shelter. Our Board of Directors is also volunteer based.
Our Vision:
We, the Humane Society of Kawartha Lakes, envision the day when every animal in the City of Kawartha Lakes has a good quality of life with a caring, responsible, and knowledgeable owner, and is free from the fear of abuse, neglect, and ignorance.
Our Mission:
By establishing partnerships within the community, Humane Society of Kawartha Lakes, a charitable organization, is dedicated to providing leadership in the:
-Protection and provision of the humane care and treatment of all animals
-Enforcement of protection laws
-Educate the public
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