Peninsula Friends of Animals

TRIBUTE TO SHARON

It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of Dr. Sharon Jensen, a wonderful supporter and member of the PFOA Board of Directors for many years. Her advice and expertise with animal issues were invaluable to our policy-making and health decisions, and her business acumen and practical knowledge only added to the gifts she brought to the table for us and many other service organizations, as well.

Dr. Jensen has been a much respected and beloved veterinarian in the community for the past 20 years. After practicing at other clinics, Dr. Jensen owned and operated Blue Mountain Animal Clinic until “retiring” six years ago. But as is the case with so many folks dedicated to animal welfare, she never completely stopped seeing patients and was always available to help out with our animals at the shelter. Her years of veterinary experience benefited our shelter residents needing medical care, and her great compassion when helping to send a critically ill cat over the Rainbow Bridge was such a gift to both that kitty and our grieving staff.

In spite of a terrible sense of loss, we celebrate a life well-lived and the legacy of caring and altruism Dr. Sharon left behind. We send our gratitude and thanks to this remarkable woman, and our condolences to her loving family.

MIMOSA

Domestic shorthair, female
Color: Tortie
Size: Medium
Age: Young
Special needs: none
Bonded best friend: Willie

This adorable young polydactyl tortie had a litter of six before arriving at Safe Haven. She came from Forks with two other kitties…Willie and Nelson. It was originally thought that Willie and Nelson were a bonded pair, but it turned out that Mimosa and Willie are the bonded pair, and both were very unhappy when separated. Now back together, they bath and sleep together all the time!

Mimosa is very keen…and watches things. In most cases she lets Willie take the lead and he usually does. She is not a shy kitty.

WE’VE GOT MAIL!

July 19, 2022 Hi all, Kathryn told me you all had gotten sick so I hope everyone’s recovered and are feeling back to normal I recently had some dental surgery and had 3 teeth pulled plus treated for a small infection on my bum from not cleaning myself well enough and had a UTI to boot! Its been a week now and as much as I HATED the car ride I’m feeling much more comfortable. I know I had the reputation of being a bit ‘cranky’ but I’m not like that any more! I even will snuggle for a bit with Kathryn and I love to play but the best is when I get brushed!! Kathryn likes to brush me and I get at least two a day and sometimes three!!! Overall I’m the queen living my royal life as I should be and quite content! I wasn’t sure about Kathryn or where I’d landed at first but we’re the perfect match! Say hi to everyone and thanks again for all you did for me. All the best, Loki (and Kathryn)

May 5, 2022 I was asked to send pictures of Peach, now Sir Henry, named after Sir Henry Woods, an English Orchestra Conductor, orchestra arranger, composer, teacher and founder of the Proms concerts in London in1895. Today, the Proms is a series of 75 concerts from mid July to mid September, mostly classical, rock, folk and on occasion, Big Band. Sir Henry believed that especially Classical music should be heard by the masses.

I adopted Sir Henry last September after the loss of one of my two Munchens, Cali. He is friends to all. He so badly wants to meet Curly Sue, my new tenants 10 year old, but Curly Sue says no. He is very intelligent as many Orange Tabbies usually are. He knows his name and most of the time, when called, he comes. He is going to be one of the top four cats I have ever owned, maybe in Sir Henry’s case, he owns me. Thank you, Tony

May 4, 2022 Here they are, George and Gracie – a year old now. (you may remember them as Purrfect and Grace) They came into our lives last June at 12 weeks old. We never knew that having two kitties would be so much fun. Watching them grow, interact with each other and with us has been such a joy. From the mischief to the sweetness these two are incredibly precious. Thank you PFofA for allowing us to adopt these wonderful and adorable kitties. All the best, Jeff and Cherie

November 23, 2021 Hi! Just wanted to say Randy is settling in his new home very well! He likes to relax on the couch while we work all day and has his own cozy spot on the bed at night. I’m sure if he could he’d say hi and happy Thanksgiving! Best, Claire & Tanner & Randy

November 3, 2021

Jigsaw, now Tracer, and Lucky, now Lucas, saw the vet yesterday and charmed Dr. Rachel at Hadlock Vet. She pronounced them wonderful, as we knew she would. Their weight was just right, we got info from her as to amounts to feed and recommended food – and she also recommended a dental crunchy food to help keep their teeth clean, which both cats are clearly enjoying eating.

They received their rabies shot and we will be taking them back in a year for their second rabies and other vaccines they need. We paid for their rabies shots – so please consider it a ‘donation’ to PFOA. The AVID microchip forms are completed and will be mailed to AVID within the next couple of days. Both cats were angels at the visit, exploring the exam room, and getting treats from Dr. Rachel for good behavior. Thank you for these two wonderful and completely beloved cats – they are perfect for us and I believe we are perfect for them! Linda and Tom D

October 27, 2021 Hey guys, Baby is settling in nicely here in Sequim.

She even sleeps with us at night and purrs away. She hisses at the dog sometimes and lets him know who’s boss too. Hopefully that’s a temporary thing. Here’s a couple of pics of her in her fancy new cat tree we made.Thanks again for everything, this has been a great experience! Sean E

September 21, 2021 Dear Danette and the kitty loving care givers at PFOA, I think of you often and miss my visits to Safe Haven. I was sad to hear that Merry has died. Merry was quite a tough old girl with an attitude. She could still be sweet and friendly when the mood suited her. That is what I like about cats. Dogs are an open book. Cats are complicated. 😀 Thank you for all the good care you continue to give cats and kittens in need. I hope to visit you and the kitties sometime in the future. Mary Beth L

September 16, 2021 John and I are sorry to read that Tippy has crossed that great Rainbow Bridge. He was the best spokescat ever and I know he will be greatly missed. PFOA will have a Tippy-sized hole left which may forever be there. Please pass along our condolences to everyone, including Kimmie, Patti and Tracy. John & Sara

July 1, 2021 Dear PFOA, I wanted to share how well BowTie is doing in his new home and include a few pictures. Upon arriving home from after a long and pretty vocal car ride home, BowTie (Bow for short) exited the carrier and proceeded to calmly meander around the house exploring his new domain. After which he then hopped up on my daughters’ bed, stretched out between her and her friend to receive hours of love, attention and belly rubs. That evening he took turns going between my husband and my laps on the couch, he gave us each equal opportunity to give him love and pets.

His arrival home coincided with record setting temps and our house quickly became very, very uncomfortable and he was showing some stress from the heat. Fortunately my husband’s parents live a short 5 minutes away, have air conditioning and were thrilled to have him. So for the worst of the heat wave, he spent 3 nights in air conditioned bliss with my son coming along as well to chaperone and see to his care. He spent his days on their couch going from lap to lap, getting loved spoiled and possibly a little overfed- we were worried we might not be able to get him back! Bow’s new grandparents really loved having him in their home. Overall he’s eating, drinking and ‘producing’ quite well and seems completely ‘at one’ with his new forever home. We are so thrilled to have him in our family, it was just what we all needed-to have a furrbaby strolling through the house again and curling up in our laps. Thank you for taking such good care of him and helping him find his new forever home with us. Thanks for all that you do. Gratefully, Jennifer and the whole D family

June 1, 2021 Every Tuesday we celebrate Rascal. What a special day to adopt our beautiful boy. He is my “ sugar”. He is ready to go to bed at 10:00 every night. His blankets are on our bed where he makes “ biscuits “ before settling in for bedtime. At first he was hesitant to get on Ted’s lap. Soon Rascal realized that his dad loved him very much and enjoyed petting him. We want to thank you and let you know that Rascal is loved, spoiled and enjoying his forever home. HUGS 🤗 Andrea and Ted

May 29, 2021 Hi all, got a call from a pfoa staffer wanting 2 know how i was doing. she said we could answer by phone or email, & i wanted the latter so i could include the latest fab videos of moi! unfortunately, pattijeanne must be suffering from stage fright. )-; our folks wanted to capture her unearthing me from an overturned box (a trick we’ve done repeatedly), but she now won’t do same camera. go figure. … hopefully that will change in the near future. i am GROWINGGROWINGGROWING probably, obviously, as i speak. i really look more like a small cat than a kitten. either i am way older than everyone thought or i am going 2 be way big. my parents are pulling for the latter, but the jury’s still out with my dogs. speaking of my dogs, yesterday my mom bought me 3 little mice. she threw 1 down, but patti snapped it up. so she thru another 1 down, & patti snapped that 1 up 2. she threw the last 1 down, and patti couldn’t get it without losing the 1st 2. so i thought ‘aha!,’ this 1 is mine. but then linda snapped that 1 up. SO NOT FAIR! what do they think they are? cats?

that said, i think i’m really a dog in cats clothing. i run back and forth with patti +/or linda everywhere they go. all the time. i’m gearing up 2 growl with them 2, every time the ups truck makes an appearance. the dogs don’t seem 2 realize that ups could mean amazon and amazon could mean toys and other good stuff.* but when in rome. … i actually think i might be part horse, too: i actually gallop, rather than run, back and forth. gives new meaning to the expression, thundering hooves. all & all, everything is going great. only my mom has 1 regret and that’s that i’m not black. i plan to work on that. take care and hope to see you soon. xo, peach
* i will send a snap of my new amazon scratching post. super cute! cheers & cheerio! xo, peach

April 5, 2021 I have an Izxy also but even though she looks like your Izzy their personalities are no where alike. Mine hates to be held but loves to be petted on her terms–which means all four feet on the floor. She is rotund and looks like a walking football at times LOL. She is very particular about what she eats liking gravy and not much else in the way of wet food. She does like her treats however. I think she inherited a lot of her mother’s feral characteristics. We love her anyway. I enjoy your mews letters so keep them coming. Your friend, Beverly B

April 5, 2021 Great newsletter and great news as well! Thank you for all you do! Vivian B

February 10, 2021 Dear Mary Myers, Danette Grady, and all PFOA staff, who make PFOA the wonderful community organization it is. We and our cat, Rosalee, are indebted to you all for your service to us and to the many pet lovers in the greater Sequim and Port Angeles areas. It’s our pleasure to be a part of your “family”. Best wishes for continued successes, and we hope you all STAY SAFE!! The Covid vaccines are coming! (smile) Love to you all, Loretta and Dick

SPATZI (January 12, 2005 – October 14, 2021)

Domestic Shorthair, Male
Color: Brown w/white
Size: large
Born: January 12, 2005
Special needs: renal insufficiency

We are sad to report that our Spatzi crossed the Rainbow Bridge on the evening of October 14, 2021.

Spatzi was a beautiful Siamese mix. His companion of the last ten years has been Spanky, a very handsome tuxedo cat. Two of the gentlest souls you will ever meet, they have been the text book example of well-behaved, loving cats. Spatzi was the more outgoing of the two, often greeting you at the door with a friendly meow and a leg rub. Spanky tends to be more laid back, often lounging in a bed or cat tree. He is easily approachable and loves to be petted and fawned over. Spatzi was in early renal insufficiency and was easily maintained with the fluids he was given twice weekly.

SPANKY

Domestic Shorthair, Male
Color: Black w/White (Tuxedo)
Size: Medium
Born: July 1, 2008 (approx)
Special needs: none

Spanky is a very handsome tuxedo cat. He was bonded to his “brother” companion, Spatzi for ten years until Spatzi crossed the Rainbow Bridge on October 14, 2021. Spanky is one of the gentlest souls you will ever meet. He is the text book example of a well-behaved, loving cat. He tends to be more laid back than his brother was, often lounging in a bed or cat tree. He is easily approachable and loves to be petted and fawned over. Spanky has diabetes and receives twice daily insulin shots, but is quite well regulated. Come and meet this handsome boy and you will discover his purrfect purrsonality for yourself!

FAGIN (March, 2003 – September 16, 2021)

FAGIN was born in March, 2003 and had been at Safe Haven since July, 2003. He was a green-eyed, short-haired black male who could best be described as a “big lug” full of love. He would “head butt” and lean into his human and feline friends to show his affection. He liked brushing and belly rubs on occasion, too. Fagin was under dietary restriction, and had been quite successful losing some excess weight. Since 2003, he lived at Barker House with his brother, Thistle.

We are sad to report that on September 16, 2021, Fagin joined his twin brother across the Rainbow Bridge. As much as we will miss Fagin, we know that he will be so happy to be with his brother again, together, forever.

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LUCY-ALICE

One day, in early 2011, a sweet, gentle, affectionate little Manx kitten named Lucy-Alice was adopted from PFOA. Lucy-Alice resembled a very small, very colorful Lynx, with her gorgeous green eyes, pointed tufted ears, and calico tabby markings. It was easy to fall in love with her, and she found the best of homes with a couple who adored her.

What her loving parents didn’t know, was that some Manx cats are afflicted with Manx syndrome, a spinal disorder. The mutation that causes the loss or shortening of the tail also affects the spine, spinal cord and nerves. As a result, cats with this condition may have problems with bowel and bladder control. The condition generally shows up in kittens by the time they are four months old.

Lucy-Alice did not show any signs of Manx syndrome until a year after she was adopted. Of course, by this time, Lucy-Alice was a much loved member of her new family. When she began to have little “accidents”, they hoped that they were just that – simple accidents. But they were attached to Lucy-Alice. She was so loved. “Maybe she will grow out of it,” they thought. “It will just take a little more time.”

After considerable more time, they had to acknowledge that Lucy-Alice would not grow out of it. Their decision was heart-wrenching, but unavoidable. They contacted Nancy, the Shelter Director at Peninsula Friends of Animals. Could PFOA take Lucy-Alice back? This was not a decision to be taken lightly. Lucy-Alice would require a substantial investment of time and money. A generous gift from a very special supporter allowed PFOA to set up a special area, called “Turtle Towers”, for Lucy-Alice and an older kitten, Bobbie Jo, who also has Manx syndrome. Unfortunately, Bobbie Jo, having lived her first years of life as a single kitty, did not enjoy the company of gregarious Lucy-Alice and trouble broke out between the two girls. It became apparent that the best thing would be to separate the pair.

Lucy-Alice is one of the sweetest, most loving kitties anyone could ever hope to meet. Everyone who spends any time with her falls irrevocably in love with her. And that’s what happened when Tracy, Animal Caretaker at Barker House, first met Lucy-Alice in the summer of 2016. On a bright, sunny day, a couple of months later, Tracy came to pick up Lucy-Alice and take her to her new home at Barker House, a small PFOA facility designed for the care of special needs animals. Lucy-Alice will probably remain at Barker House for the rest of her life. There are very few people who have the type of facilities, and the time, money and dedication needed to provide a good home for her. PFOA is committed to providing Lucy-Alice with the best quality of life possible.

We are grateful to the sponsors who contribute to the care of Lucy-Alice, as well as our other special needs animals. While we still hope that Lucy may find her own family to love and care for her, it is not likely. So, for the rest of her days, Lucy will enjoy her life with her beloved caregiver in the sunny warm rooms of Barker House.

MARTHA

MARTHA was born in May, 2001 and came to PFOA in February, 2002. She loves attention and “talks” to the volunteers who regularly visit her. She was recently placed in a foster home, where she has adjusted well and has a happy home.

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SPATZI (January 12, 2005 – October 14, 2021)

SPANKY

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Public Hours:
11:00am-4:00pm Tues-Sat
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Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 404
Sequim, WA 98382

Physical Address:
257509 Hwy 101
Port Angeles, WA

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