FROM DOTTIE WALKER

KITTY PALOOZA: Washington Cat Rescue attended “Kitty Palooza,” a PetSmart adoption event held July 17–19, at PetSmart’s store No. 610 in Greenville. Good News! Jefferson, a handsome tabby, was adopted during the event by Jodie Braddy and her daughter, Lilli. Pictured in the photo, left to right are Jefferson’s foster volunteer, Elizabeth Esturban, Leslie Steele, president of Washington Cat Rescue, and Jodie Braddy. Center is Lilli Braddy holding Jefferson.

According to store manager Kim Cantu, “Kitty Palooza” was a PetSmart district event in which the store decides the type of event to hold. Cantu said, he felt the urgency of need for a feline adoption event due to overpopulation of the species.

“We are delighted to feature some of our beautiful cats and kittens for adoption and we truly appreciate the opportunity to be part of PetSmart’s ‘Kitty Palooza.’ Our cats and kittens are fully vetted and ready to go to their good forever homes,” Steele said.