Cuddly cat Caruso is urgently looking for a new home!

Cuddly cat Caruso is urgently looking for a new home!

The black and white cat Caruso is a real centerpiece in the Pfaffenhofen animal shelter and has been waiting for a loving home for some time. At around three years old, he has an uncomplicated and friendly character that not only makes children's eyes shine, but is also perfect for new cat owners. Caruso gets along well with other animals and should be given the opportunity to go outside in a traffic-calmed area after a period of getting used to it. He is in perfect health: he is neutered, vaccinated and chipped. Anyone interested can call (08441) 49 02 44 to get to know the little cuddler. As Donaukurier reports, an admission stop at the animal shelter has been imposed at the same time, as current overcrowding and a lack of staff are making the situation increasingly challenging.

The Pfaffenhofen animal shelter, an important refuge for animals in need, is responsible for found animals from the entire district, apart from Manching and Ernsgaden. In addition to found animals, donations can also be brought there if capacity allows. The management of the animal shelter, under the direction of Petra Faltermeier, emphasizes the urgency of donations to cover veterinary and food costs. Further information can be found on the Tierherberge website.

Challenges in the animal shelter

The animal shelter is currently not only managing the fate of Caruso and his fellow animals. 23 cats were also confiscated from one household, pushing capacity to its limits. Due to these difficult circumstances, the cat Kalle, who was recently introduced to the animal shelter, has not yet been able to find a permanent home. Despite the interest of some potential adopters, placement has not yet taken place.

The animal shelter team is committed to the well-being of the animals until they are rehomed and is supported by experienced animal keepers and volunteers. Experienced dog trainers are also available to ensure the species-appropriate integration of dogs. In addition to care, the focus is on keeping the animals healthy, which also includes veterinary care from an experienced veterinary practice.

A look at animal welfare statistics

The current animal protection statistics show that the admission of animals to animal shelters and rescue centers remains at a consistently high level. This reflects dramatic conditions in pet ownership and brings with it major challenges that not only affect animal shelters, but also society. Tierschutz.com appeals to all animal owners to treat their animals responsibly. An important aspect of animal welfare work is the castration of outdoor cats in order to reduce the number of unwanted kittens.

A call to communities to implement the cat protection ordinance would be urgently needed to combat cat misery in the region. Despite the challenging times, there remains hope that loving families will be found for Caruso and many other animals in the shelter.