Lainey *special needs*

An AVA volunteer first saw Lainey on a cold winter day while out on a walk. From the very first interaction, Lainey walked up to her without any hesitation and rubbed against her leg. After seeing Lainey a couple more times, the volunteer became convinced that she didn’t have a home. She knocked on doors and spoke with neighbours, finding out that Lainey belonged to no one. She was being fed by a couple of kind-hearted people who believed Lainey had been left behind when her family moved. Given how friendly and sweet she is, it’s easy to believe she was once a beloved family pet who enjoyed being affectionate with the people in her life. It’s a testament to Lainey’s resilience that she continues to be the friendly girl she is, despite having been abandoned and living outdoors for several years. Lainey was taken in by AVA and quickly adapted to being indoors, luxuriating in all the comforts she deserves, including a warm place to sleep, food, water, and someone to love her. During her initial visit to the veterinarian, it was discovered that Lainey has hyperthyroidism (an overactive thyroid), which explained her small size of just 7 lbs. Lainey immediately began medical treatment, which consists of a pill twice a day. She will require this medication for life. After a few months on this medication, Lainey’s thyroid levels have returned to normal. Lainey is a sweet and beautiful girl who is curious to explore her surroundings but also wants to remain close to people. She’s friendly with everyone she meets and loves to spend time snuggled beside or in her rescuer’s lap. She enjoys having her ears and chin scratched and her body stroked. You can easily pick her up and give her kisses on her head, as she loves to be held in your arms and will nestle her head cozily into your elbow or shoulder, enjoying the warmth and comfort of being close to you. She is learning how to play and will bat around small mice and balls, but her favourite toy is anything that’s got to do with her human. She enjoys lounging in her bed or on a soft towel on a chair, and sleeping on the bed with her rescuer. Lainey is most interested in being with people and has not shown the same affection for other cats, so she would likely be happiest as the only pet in the home. She enjoys eating both wet and dry food, as well as her Friskies treats, and has excellent litter box habits. Lainey is a special girl with a lovely personality. One look into those big, beautiful eyes, and you will be smitten. She deserves to be in a forever home with someone who will love her and treat her like the princess she is. Would you like to make Lainey a part of your world? Please complete our online application found at: avacats.org/adopt/adoption-form. Our adoption fees cover vetting and include spay/neuter, age appropriate vaccines (initial FVRCP and rabies), flea treatment, two dewormings and microchipping. Adoption fee for Lainey is $200. Please note that fees may apply for additional required vaccinations (at $75 per booster) due prior to adoption. Total adoption fees will be confirmed by the AVA Adoption Coordinator.