Caring for a cat or a dog requires a lot of love and patience, which older pet owners may not always have.

“Our Humane Investigators received a report of a cat “dragging a carpet” and living with an old guy. Given the gentleman’s failure to care for himself, Sinbad’s arrival should have come as no surprise. Nonetheless, it was terrible on multiple levels.”

“Sinbad was nice and tolerant despite his disability…”

“…especially as shelter staff tackled the mammoth task of shaving what had accumulated over several years of matted fur.” 5 pounds of it!”

“It took hours, but the small guy did an outstanding job. Despite the fact that his back legs had atrophied due to lack of use, he persisted.”

“Now he’s getting a lot of attention and TLC.” Sinbad’s diet is being meticulously monitored in order to help him gain weight and restore his beautiful coat!”

What a miraculous transformation!