Adoption Diaries: A Day of Firsts
Elyse's Adoption Diary
It was kind of by accident that I ended up helping a cat find a home! The folks at the adoption center desk were super busy (those are the days we like and want, of course) and asked if I was a cat socializer. I said I was, and next thing I knew I was escorting a mom and her two kids to meet Baby Boy!
Baby Boy was an easy "sell" with his gorgeous coat and unlimited affection. When he sat on the 5-year-old's lap, that was that. The family was hooked and Baby Boy went home.
Feeling good, I took Fresca for a walk. This was my first solo walk, both at the ASPCA and in my life. So what sounds pretty simple and mundane for most dog people was intimidating for me! Of course, I chose an easy-going small senior who was sweet as could be and gave me no problems. She was a pro--she knew exactly what to do and which way to go when we hit the streets. She practically walked me!
This here is Mattie. I caught a great moment on film, in which he was jumping for joy as someone approached to walk him--unfortunately, I had my camera turned the wrong way. D'oh! But I'm including the clip anyway, just 'cause it's so gosh darn cute.
** Be sure to check out my Flickr page to see all the photos from my visits to the adoption center.
It was kind of by accident that I ended up helping a cat find a home! The folks at the adoption center desk were super busy (those are the days we like and want, of course) and asked if I was a cat socializer. I said I was, and next thing I knew I was escorting a mom and her two kids to meet Baby Boy!
Baby Boy was an easy "sell" with his gorgeous coat and unlimited affection. When he sat on the 5-year-old's lap, that was that. The family was hooked and Baby Boy went home.Feeling good, I took Fresca for a walk. This was my first solo walk, both at the ASPCA and in my life. So what sounds pretty simple and mundane for most dog people was intimidating for me! Of course, I chose an easy-going small senior who was sweet as could be and gave me no problems. She was a pro--she knew exactly what to do and which way to go when we hit the streets. She practically walked me!
This here is Mattie. I caught a great moment on film, in which he was jumping for joy as someone approached to walk him--unfortunately, I had my camera turned the wrong way. D'oh! But I'm including the clip anyway, just 'cause it's so gosh darn cute.
"Wheeeeee, someone's coming to walk me!"
I spent a long time with Magoo, a blind old boy. At first we were both hesitant with each other, but after his initial investigation, he decided I was a good egg and sat on my lap so we could exchange purrs.
** Be sure to check out my Flickr page to see all the photos from my visits to the adoption center.** Click here to view available animals at our adoption center.
Labels: Adoption Diaries, New York City
posted by ASPCA at 12:05 PM PERMALINK
2 Comments:
Great stories. I often wished i lived near an adoption centre as i would love to be more involved. I do try to visit two very good ones a couple of times a year though.
Keep up the good work :)
Hi Elyse,
We are the family who adopted Baby Boy and we are so very happy we did.
He is such a joy. We think he needs a little friend, so you might see us there again soon.
This has been such a wonderful experience for us.
We love our Baby Boy.
The Stollers
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