Snowman Wants To Live With You

My name is Snowman, or Mr. Snowman or Mr. Fatman as some people call me. My time at the Bradford County Humane Society has been pretty cool and fun - but now I am ready to experience life with a new family, with my own couch to lie on.

I came into the shelter over a year ago - wow has it really been that long? I guess that old adage is true: time flies when you are having fun. As I was saying, I came to BCHS already being neutered and declawed and boy was I scared. I was so used to having my own home and living in a cage was not for me! I wouldn't let anyone barely touch me for a long time. Then, some of the staff members were alright in my book and I came around - but I needed my own apartment - not a cage. The staff decided they liked me too and set me up in my own office area where they hang out with me, but really, it is my house. Sometimes they would bring in dogs in my house and I did not like that! I just don't care for those noisy, rambunctious dogs. I can tolerate other cats, but I kinda prefer being the king of the castle. Now, I suppose I should tell you that I used to have a weight problem. I came in weighing 28 pounds....I know I know, hefty ( I would rather say big boned). Well, I was put on a diet of sorts and now am down to 18 pounds - what's a little more to love?!

Anyhoo, back to my point of this story - I am ready to find my forever home as they call it. I love to sleep (I won an award for sleeping and lounging once.) I love being petted and love talking to you. I have a lot to say! I don't much like being picked up, but that's just because I am an independent boy who can get places on my own. Oh, and catnip is my best friend! I could roll and roll in it all day long. It's my favorite. I also love my food. If it were my choice I would be that cat in the commercial for Fancy Feast - eating out of a crystal bowl! I am a cheap date when it comes to toys though. Leave a box on the floor and I will have fun for hours. It's my thing.

Sooooooooo, if you are interested in an extremely handsome, talkative, loving cat look me up at the Bradford County Humane Society on Route 220 in Ulster, PA or call them at 570-888-2114. I will be waiting for you!

Wyalusing Elementary Holds Fundraiser for BCHS

Each year, teachers, parents and students from the Wyalusing Elementary School hold a large fundraiser for local non profit organizations with the Bradford County Humane Society being a recipient.

This year they raised over $2,500 for the animal shelter. "We are always so impressed with the amount of funds that Wyalusing Elementary is able to raise for our shelter. This donation helps us to feed and care for our homeless animals for quite a long time. It is the kindness of our community members that allow our organization to thrive," stated Jennifer L. Spencer, BCHS Executive Director.

The Wildrick family has also been volunteers at BCHS for several years; coming to the shelter to walk dogs and helping out at various fundraising events.

"I want to thank the Wyalusing Elementary School and the Wildrick family for all of their hard work," states Spencer.

To become a BCHS volunteer or for questions on how you can hold your own fundraiser, call 888-2114.

Photo: Sitting, BCHS volunteer Aaron Yanchuk, Standing L-R, Lydia Wildrick, BCHS Executive Director Jennifer L. Spencer, Angie Wildrick.