We had taken in a stray kitten and named him Otis. It was clear right away that Otis needed a playmate. When we went to HSHV “just to look around,” there were so many kittens, but one kept coming up to the door and wanting our attention. When I held him, he immediately rubbed my face with his and began the loudest purring. He was choosing us. I was his human. We were family, and he was coming home. It’s been two years since then, and we can’t imagine our family without him.   French Fry now Roo
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We adopted Storm (formerly Sugar) a few months ago. She was so timid and scared. She had been shaved all the way down due to matting and skin allergies. This was her first haircut by a groomer since we adopted her.   Sugar now Storm
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We adopted Charity (now Winnie) from HSHV in October last year, and she immediately fell in love with her sister, Chubbina (Chubby — from Monroe County Humane Society, no relation to HSHV) They get along so well and love cuddling up next to each other on top of the recliner.   Charity now Winnie
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I was struggling with anxiety and loneliness, as my partner had to move out of state for work, and we were considering relocating. After a particularly hard day, I decided to go for a walk around the shelter and found Cali — she was sweet and friendly, and immediately I was drawn to her. Two days later, I took her home. Cali has seen me through two cross-country moves, bouts of anxiety and depression, the best days and the worst. She is a wonderful companion. Adopting Cali was the best thing I ever did for my mental health.   Cali
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Penny had been a stray, then adopted only to be returned. We brought her to our home, and we have all fallen in love with our long dog! She has grown so much this last year. She is vocal and loves to go on walks everyday!   Maggie May now Penny
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We adopted Sicario in March 2017 from the Love Train. Adopting Sicario was the best decision we’ve ever made! We got so lucky with her; she greets everyone with her nonstop wiggle butt and grumpy face (underbites unite). ? Charlotte now Sicario
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I adopted Dixie when she was around 8 months old. Over 2 years later, we are best friends and do everything together. This adoption has been the best decision I have made, and I can’t wait for many more fun years together. #adoptdon’tshop   Dixie
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Paddy was at the shelter two months when we adopted her. We were 3 weeks into marriage and knew she was the one for us. Now she is enjoying life in jammies, long walks down the community gardens and tons of snuggles.
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I Saw Seamus at HSHV 6 years ago now. He was — and still is — a very cuddly kitty. He is, however, slightly larger than he was when adopted. He was 9 lbs when I adopted him. He currently is about 20 lbs. He is such a love bug, and I couldn’t be happier.   Seamus McFuzzy
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In March 2018, we had to say goodbye to our elderly calico after a happy 17.5 years full of naps and food and tummy rubs. Originally, we thought it would take some time before we were ready to open our hearts to another creature. But after a week of the house feeling sad and empty, we made our way to Tiny Lions lounge and adoption Center (HSHV’s cat cafe). On our second visit there, we spied a minuscule, wide-eyed, giant-tailed, fearless 7-month-old dust-mop hiding behind a door. With a bit of coaxing, she came and licked our hands and graciously
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