Animal Shelter Appreciation Week is a time to celebrate the unsung heroes who rescue, heal, and rehome animals in need. These shelters are often stretched thin—short on funds, space, and hands—but they never stop showing up for the voiceless. Whether it’s a warm blanket, a bowl of food, or a second chance at life, their compassion makes all the difference.
"I was rescued from a plastic bag and brought to a shelter where a kind vet worked on my lungs for five whole months," says Marv. "I didn’t get along with other animals, so I waited... until someone in Vancouver read Queen Nellie’s Blog. They thought, ‘If Marv’s new mom could turn Nellie into a wonderful pet, maybe she could help him too.’ So I flew across the world to start again. I’m still a work in progress, but I love Kozmo, I’m learning to trust people, and I only hiss at Jo Jo and that dog, Nutmeg, sometimes."
This week, honor the shelters that never give up. Volunteer your time, donate supplies, or open your heart to adoption. You might just change a life—like mine.
Oh Yes! For those that asked, we published the Beef Roll Recipe on the blog!
What a story you have and we are so happy that you have the wonderful home that you do, Marv! Bless those vets and shelters and thank you for the beef roll recipe!
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ReplyDeleteTruly Marvelous!!! Hugs and whiskeries, YAM-aunty xxx
Little June also shelter "saved", and sadly somewhat neglected in her formative months. In the spring she will be age 6 and still has "trust" issues with humans. BTW: hey you, up there, fisherman ... what's for dinner?
ReplyDeleteMay the Great Cat in the Sky bless all those who help run those shelters, who devote time and money and effort to critters who would otherwise neffur have a chance.
ReplyDeleteI wouldn't be where I am today without help from a shelter. We support them every way we can.
ReplyDeleteMarv, I don't know anyone with as strong a story as you have. XXXOOO
ReplyDeleteTrue shelters do amazing things Marv, you're proof. This is the first time we haven't had a true "shelter" cat, 7 were backyard feral or strays and 2 were dropped off at our Vet's office. Of course Angel Brian was a shelter kitty and we will always greatful for the care they gave him.
ReplyDeleteI found myself in a shelter. It got me off the streets. So I appreciate that the shelter was there. ~Murphy
ReplyDeleteWe only get cats from shelters or off the streets. I volunteer regularly, it's all I can do.
ReplyDeleteMy Angels Joanie and Sammy were from a shelter. Most of my cats just appear. :) XO
ReplyDeleteWe're so thankful for animal shelters that give all animals the chance at a forever loving home. We love that you found yours, Marv! XO
ReplyDeleteCharlee: "Wow, Marv, what a story! Who would put a cat in a plastic bag?!"
ReplyDeleteOona: "Whoever they are, Oona would like to show them some of her ninja tricks."
Chaplin: "We all came here from shelters except for Oona, who came here from our Dada's cousin's porch, so we are big fans of them and what they do for us animals."
Lulu: "We sure wish every animal in the shelter could find a home."
Java Bean: "Sí! As a former street dog, I agree completely!"