Is love truly blind? Oregon Humane Society is seeking adopters who are ready to fall in love, sight unseen. The 20 eligible bachelors and bachelorettes are part of a group of Maine coon and Ragdoll cats from a recent large rescue. All the cats are being treated or monitored for health conditions, so they cannot be met with prior to being adopted.
All potential adopters will meet with an OHS matchmaker (adoption counselor) who can share information about the cat’s personality and needs, and answer any questions to ensure a purr-fect match.
“Our staff has been working tirelessly to get these cats ready for adoption – and we are getting creative with a ‘Love is Blind” theme to make the experience unique for our clients,” says Eleena Fikhman, OHS Director of Operations. "We often find that the best adoptions are the most unexpected, so we know that sometimes love can truly be blind."
It’s important to note that these cats are located at OHS Portland campus away from public areas, but their profiles can be viewed on the website.
OHS’ Portland and Salem campuses have assisted with several large rescues over the past few months including this recent case of more than 100 cats, kittens, and dogs from the property of an overwhelmed breeder near Salem. Most of these animals have required extensive medical care prior to being ready for adoption.
“Responding to these kinds of cases requires a massive effort,” says Dr. Steve Kochis, OHS Chief Medical Officer and Co-Interim CEO. “And we are only able to help thanks to donor support.”
Source: Oregon Humane Society