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Home Needed: Orsini, Who Could Be Your Valentine

Red-headed Orsini thinks it's his turn to find a home of his own.

February is Cat Appreciation Month, and I have to tell you, I am not feeling appreciated. Sure, life is good at my fosters’ house. They are very nice people with friendly pets who I get along with just fine. I am happy for the love and warmth they have shown toward me, even when I have been shy and hesitant around them. Now that I have been here for a while, I am much more relaxed.  I sleep on their beds and am happy to watch television with them. I even like being patted around my head and neck.  We have become BFFs.

However, just because I am happy in my foster home does not mean I want to stay here forever. After all, don’t you think I deserve a forever home of my own?  I don’t know why I haven’t found my match yet. I am a handsome and mellow redheaded guy who likes nothing more than good food, a comfortable bed, and a window to watch the world go by. Ok, yes, I am a bit tentative when I meet you.  I am just not my best on blind dates.  Haven’t you sometimes met someone for the first time and been a bit unsure how you felt?  Has it ever taken you a few meetings to decide that person was your one and only?  I wish someone would give me that kind of chance. Come spend some time with me. If you do, I think we will know if we are right for each other. First impressions are not the best to go on when you are choosing a lifelong companion. I feel that way, don’t you?  And hey, who says shy is a bad thing?  Some of the nicest cats and people are a little reserved at times.

So, if you like your cats orange and white, and if you are patient enough to get to know me, I think we could just be a match. I would love a house where there are other furry friends, but I could also be your one and only. My only request is that you don’t jump to conclusions the first time we meet. Give me a chance to show you my true colors as a loving and affectionate five-year-old guy with lots and lots of love to share. Yes, I am going to need time to decide if you are the one for me.  But, after all, I wouldn’t go home with just anyone.  Would you?

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If you are interested in learning more about Orsini, contact PAWS at (781) 246-6111 or PAWSwakefield@yahoo.com.  You can also meet many of our pets at our adoption hours every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at VCA Wakefield Animal Hospital and on the first Saturday of the month at the Woburn PETCO from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Or, view all our available pets on our website.  Or, follow us on Facebook or on Twitter

On Saturday, February, 11, we will celebrate the , named in the memory of our founder.  Come to our office at 383R Lowell Street, Suite 5, Wakefield from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.  We will have refreshments and door prizes for all visitors.

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