Cats being returned. :(

[jenluckenbach]

Our cat rescue has a return policy (as many do) that if for any reason you can no longer keep your adoptees they need to come back to us. This has been happening at an alarming rate recently.

The most recent will be Squirrel and Enoch who were fostered with me and adopted 14 months ago! (Tony Tiger and Dixie were also returned last month). I was unable to foster Tony and Dixie but Squirrel and Enoch will be comeing here this evening.

Remember this sweet face?
Squirrel



and this cat?
Enoch


I'll update some time tonight after they arrive. How sad.

[Grace]

adopted 14 months ago!

I'm so glad these kitties have a place to go, but WHY, after 14 months, are they being returned? What sort of reasons are the adoptive parents providing?

Poor babies -

[orangemm]

My heart breaks for these two sweet kitties; how could someone give them up? I don't think I was around here that long ago, but those two I would remember! Poor little guys; they must be so confused.

[moosmom]

I'm so glad these kitties have a place to go, but WHY, after 14 months, are they being returned? What sort of reasons are the adoptive parents providing

That was my exact same thought!!! Either way, I'm SO glad they're coming home to you, Jen.

That's a wonderful policy to have, unfortunately cats DO come back for whatever reasons. But it does prevent more unwanted cats from being abandoned where they have to fend for themselves.

Good luck, Jen. If you need to vent, you've got my number.

[K & L]

It's too bad the adoptions didn't work out, but good that they took enough responsibilty to return than just abandon or get rid of. Hopefully they will find another home real soon.

[smokey the elder]

When someone does that in my organization unless there's a VERY good reason (usually incompatibility with another pet, in which case they often exchange) they go on a permanent Do Not Adopt list which is shared with other local rescuers.

I think those two sweeties will get adopted again real soon!

[tricollie4me]

Gosh, that's a tough one -- 14 months after being adopted, and now this pair is being returned? I wonder what happened...do fill us in when you know more. That said, I too am grateful you can take them in and keep them safe, happy and healthy until another adoption of this cute duo can take place.

[chocolatepuppy]

That's so sad. I wish people would think before they get pets! Thank goodness at least they're safe. I hope they find a wonderful home together.

[catnapper]

I heard Jen. I'm so sorry. I knew this would brek your heart.

I can answer WHY they are being returned: their child "developed allergies"

That excuse must be the most convenient excuse. Either they are stupid, or they think we are. I wish for once someone would tell the truth. "My kid is a brat and pulls their tails. The cats don't like it and scratch at him" or "My mom is sick, moving in with us... I'm freaking out right now and I can't handle a baby, a sick mom and two kittns right now!" WHY can't they be HONEST? nooooo... they bame the elusive allergies. Yes, sometmes thats true, but come on.... it is used all the time!

[catmandu]

The Sda thing is that people adore Kittens,but not as fond of Cats.
People are so jaded now a days,they get tired of things,so very quickly,and that sadly applies,to thier Companion Animals.
Ans when they actually have to work,or actually take responsibility for thier Pets,then its too much bother.
I am just glad that Gary,and Ivon have found wonderful Furr Ever Homes,and we pray for Pouncette,that she finds one very soon.
My Namesake.

[moosmom]

they bame the elusive allergies. Yes, sometmes thats true, but come on.... it is used all the time!

I get SOOOOO pissed when I hear people give the excuse they've developed allergies after having a cat for such a long time. Like you said, just be honest. We're not stupid.

The classic one I've ever heard was with a 15 year old cat (remember Pookie???) from the Dearborn Animal Shelter. "She doesn't play with my kids anymore." (as the kid is cluthing her sobbing, begging the Mom not to get rid of her) Now THAT is the lamest excuse I've ever heard.

I'll always remember Pookie. "Svelte" old girl who just wanted to be loved and was depressed when her family dumped her. Then on top of all that, the shelter killed her "for the cage space and nobody wants a 15 year old cat!"

My eyes leak just thinking about that, and the fact that I didn't get there fast enough.

[CalliesMom]

How sad. I cannot imagine having an animal for over a year and then giving them back..it would break my heart. Poor kitties but at least they are being returned instead of being dumped somewhere.

[Killearn Kitties]

I'm so sorry, Jen. Poor babies.

[Karen]

Hey, to be fair, some kids DO develop allergies! My sister became allergic to the family cat when she was four, ended hospitalized with pneumonia. Kitty went to live with Grandpa on his farm. Then I was born, and I was not allergic to cats, I couldn't wait until my sister (5 years older than me) moved out we could get a cat. I played with cats, snuggled them, etc. Then, when I was 12, I suddenly became allergic to cats - had a sleepover at the house across the street, the kitten slept on my pillow, and I woke up with a full-blown asthma attack. Tested, yup. Cat allergy. Sigh.

Just saying, to defend the poor people who DO have allergic kids.

[jazzcat]

That is so sad. I know that the allergy thing does happen and if that is truly the reason the family is probably heartbroken. I also know it is an overused excuse.