Senior Cat Adoption Fee Dropped at Ottawa Humane Society

April 19, 2024 — The Ottawa Humane Society has removed the adoption fee for all cats seven years of age and up. The OHS expects removing the fee will help these often overlooked pets find loving forever homes even faster.

“Historically, older cats are the pets who have the hardest time finding their perfect match,” said Carley Davidson, OHS Senior Manager: Operations. “We want these cats to spend their golden years with a family who loves them.”

There are currently five senior cats available for adoption at the OHS and one has been in the shelter since January.

“Kitten season is right around the corner,” explained Davidson. “There will soon be many kittens who need new homes, which means some of our older cats will have an even harder time finding their perfect match.”

The OHS states that adopting an older pet has many benefits, including knowing the pet’s personality, the pet will likely be more calm than their younger counterparts and that it takes a long time for a pet to be as sweet as a senior.

All adoptable cats are available on the OHS’s website.

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