No More Homeless Pets in Utah: Pet Adoption Leads to One Spoiled Cat

When I first brought my cat home, she was skinny, had weepy eyes and was recovering from an upper respiratory infection and a spay surgery. She slept for the first two days straight, only waking up to use the litter box. Three years later, she is happy, sleek, and a little bit spoiled. She has also proven to be a smart, affectionate kitty that anyone would be glad to share their home with.

As soon as I was ready to get my own pet, I knew I was going to adopt from a shelter. I also knew that I wanted a cat that was all gray. I’ve always loved the look of Russian Blue breed, but buying a pure-bred cat is both out of my price-range and against my beliefs. One of my coworkers was friends with Danielle, the fund raising and event manager at No More Homeless Pets in Utah . NMHPU works to end euthanasia in homeless pets by working with shelters to place excess animals in foster care, holding spay/neuter clinics, and hosting bi-annual “Super Adoptions” that bring together multiple animal organizations in one place.

My friend told Danielle what I was looking for, and a few days later I received an email from the adoption specialist at NMHPU. She had just placed a gray cat in foster care, was I interested? I received the pictures and fell in love instantly. Since it was already kitten season, they would need to spay her as soon as possible, but I was told I could pick her up at the Spring Super Adoption in a few weeks.

NMHPU Super Adoption happens twice a year, and is the best place to meet potential pets. Super Adoption brings together multiple rescue organizations into one place for a weekend, offering potential pet parents a way to “shop” for new companions. It is held in the Pet Smart parking lot, and all adoption fees are handled by the cashiers in the store. It’s also a great place to get any last-minute supplies you might not have at home for your new friend. I had chosen my cat before hand, but if I had not, I would have had literally hundreds to choose from at Super Adoption.

The adoption fee from NMHPU was pretty standard: $70 for my adult cat, which included vaccinations, spay surgery, and microchip fees. Dog adoptions are $120. Micro chipping was very important to me, as I don’t like to put collars on my cat. This way, if she ever gets out and gets lost, we can be reunited.

Since adopting my cat, I’ve volunteered at Super Adoption a few times, simply because I love NMHPU’s mission and how they choose to act on their guiding principles. Volunteers clean kennels, walk dogs, man tents, and generally help keep the animals happy so potential owners can see what is available for adoption. No More Homeless Pets in Utah does adoptions year round as well, both in outreach “Weekend Adoptions” and through their new cat suite at their main office. They also have their pets listed on PetFinder.com so you can browse anytime you want. You can also fill out your adoption application on the NMHPU website, so you can be pre-approved when you do find your new family member.

I love my shelter cat, and would recommend anyone in the state of Utah checking out their website or visiting a Super Adoption to find your next furry family member.


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