This week’s pick is Clovis from Nashville Cat Rescue.

Brief Description:
-Domestic Short Hair
-Male
-Adult
-Buff Color
-Neutered
-Up-to date on shots
-House trained

“I was surrendered by my owner to Metro Animal Control, but one of the fosters from Nashville Cat Rescue took me in. I am confident that my true forever home is out there!

I’m a sweet boy who likes to purr and butt heads! Please come to the Hermitage PetSmart so you can see what a great cat I am in purr-son.

I have been neutered, tested negative for FIV/FeLV, and am up to date on my vaccinations.”

If you are interested in adopting Clovis please email us at loveallcats3@hotmail.com or call 615-596-4471.”

See Clovis’ full listing: http://www.petfinder.com

For more adoptable pets from Nashville Cat Rescue’s visit http://www.petfinder.com.

Hermitage PetSmart
4642 Lebanon Pike
Hermitage, TN 37076
(615) 883-2726

Hours:
Mondays-Saturdays 9AM-9PM
Sundays 10AM-6PM

About Nashville Cat Rescue:

“Nashville Cat Rescue is a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing cats and kittens from off the streets and from high-kill shelters and placing them into loving, permanent homes. All cats and kittens that come through our program receive superb veterinary care before they are adopted out to the public. Each Nashville Cat Rescue cat or kitten is tested for FIV/FeLV, spayed or neutered, de-wormed, given flea preventative, and given all necessary vaccinations.”

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Buddha died December 5, 2013

“Buddha, Nashville’s famous fat cat that became a media sensation when his story went viral across the globe from Australia to Vietnam to England, died Thursday night.

“Buddha was diagnosed as having a congenital heart defect. The way it was explained to us is that his heart walls were thickened. The weight certainly put added stress on his heart,” said Penny Adams, a volunteer with the Cat Shoppe/Dog Store in Nashville’s Berry Hill community, a retail store that manages the nonprofit Cat Shoppe Rescue Inc.

The gray and white domestic shorthair was about 6 years old.

After working out on an underwater treadmill and watching his treat intake, Buddha’s quest to lose weight inspired humans to drop a few pounds.

Adams, who also is the volunteer photographer at Metro Animal Care & Control, noticed the obese feline — then tipping the scales at 31 pounds — in a cage there on Aug. 2. His previous owner had surrendered him to the shelter after a death in the family.

Volunteers brought him to the Cat Shoppe to more closely monitor him and get the cat on a healthy weight loss regimen that included walks on an underwater treadmill three times a week at Stonewater Rehabilitation at Animalia in Franklin.

Eventually he weighed in at 24 pounds, close to his 20 pound goal. But he hadn’t been on his exercise regimen recently as his caretakers noticed that the kitty was suffering from his heart ailment. Instead, they tried to stabilize him so that he could be placed in a permanent home, but eventually he was overcome with heart disease.

“My hope is that he didn’t die in vain and that people will take feline obesity seriously”

“He loved spending his days watching birds and he enjoyed his toys. He was a very special cat and such an inspiration from so many across world who struggle to lose weight. My hope is that he didn’t die in vain and that people will take feline obesity seriously,” Adams said.

A celebration of life for Buddha is planned from 7 to 8 p.m. Dec. 14 at Monell’s Restaurant, 2826 Bransford Ave., next to The Cat Shoppe, in Nashville.”

For the original story or to see the video of Buddha using the tread mill, visit http://www.tennessean.com.

Other Related articles on Buddha:
“Buddha, Nashville’s 31.4-pound cat, to start diet and exercise” The Tennessean, http://www.tennessean.com

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This week’s pick is Cocoa from Music City Animal Rescue.

Brief Description:

-Female
-Persian mix
-3.5 years old
-de-clawed (front paws)
-Spayed
-Up-to date on shots

“I am such a sweet and easy going kitty.” “I don’t require a lot of attention. I am quiet and love to lay beside you or at your feet and watch TV or listen to music with you.

I get along well with grown-ups – most dogs and children, as long as they take it slow.

I don’t think I like other kitties though. I tolerate them, but I’d like to be your favorite! My owners had my front paws de-clawed so it is hard for me to defend myself.

I enjoy my foster home but I would really love to have a forever home again, somewhere that I know I will never have to leave.”

If you are interested in adopting Cocoa please email us at Vickie@Paws4Health.com or call (615) 485-4452.

See Cocoa’s full listing and other adoptable pets at http://musiccityanimalrescue.com.

About Music City Animal Rescue:
Founder Vickie Harris “I believe that all rescues have a fundamental goal to rescue abused, abandonded, and neglected animals -to find them homes where they can enjoy a LONG happy and healthy life with a family that loves them. 

This is our goal as well, but we would like to expand on this goal to include a heavy dose of fun and education for pet-owners, potential pet owners and animal lovers in general. We believe that knowledge is power and when you empower people with information on animal nutrition, spay/neuter options, social training, “entertainment” for your pets and much more, EVERYONE wins!! 

That is why Music City Animal Rescue will hold special seminars on many different areas of pet care. We will host fun events & fund raisers for You AND Your Furry Family Members!”

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This week’s pick is Seattle from Nashville Cat Rescue.

Brief Description:
-Female
-Kitten
-Snowshoe Siamese mix
-Spayed
-Up-to date on shots
-House trained

“Seattle is a beautiful Snowshoe Siamese mix with deep blue eyes.  She and her litter mates were rescued from the Portland, TN area as strays.  Seattle was so tiny when we first rescued her, but she has grown like a weed and is playful and healthy!

Seattle has been spayed, vaccinated, dewormed, and given flea preventative.

If you are interested in adopting Seattle please email us at loveallcats3@hotmail.com or call 615-596-4471.”

See Seattle’s full listing: http://www.petfinder.com.

For more adoptable pets from Nashville Cat Rescue’s visit http://www.petfinder.com.

Adoption questions, email: loveallcats3@hotmail.com.

About Nashville Cat Rescue:
“Nashville Cat Rescue is a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing cats and kittens from off the streets and from high-kill shelters and placing them into loving, permanent homes. All cats and kittens that come through our program receive superb veterinary care before they are adopted out to the public. Each Nashville Cat Rescue cat or kitten is tested for FIV/FeLV, spayed or neutered, de-wormed, given flea preventative, and given all necessary vaccinations.”

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Programs:

Nashville Humane Association: “No fee over three” for the month of August

For the month of August, “any cat/kitten who has been in the shelter 3 months or longer and all cats over the age of three have NO ADOPTION FEES.

View their adoptable cats online, visit in person to see the kittens and meet all the wonderful adoptable cats.
View their adoptable dogs.

Nashville Humane Association
213 Oceola Avenue
Nashville, TN 37209
Phone: (615) 352-1010

Hours:
Monday-Tuesday 10AM – 5PM
Closed Wednesday
Thursday-Saturday 10AM-5PM
Sunday 12Pm-5PM

Metro Animal Care and Control (MACC): Feline Frenzy Adoption Event all cats $5 through October 9

“Feline Frenzy at Metro Animal Care and Control. All adult cat adoption fees have been reduced to $5, from July 12-October 9.” “All animals offered for adoption are checked medically, spayed or neutered, and up to date on vaccinations.” (MACC Website) MACC has lots of wonderful cats and kittens in need of good homes. You can view some of their available pets online at. The best thing to do is visit the center in person!

View MACC’s Adoptable pets of the week
View other adoptable pets on petfider

Metro Animal Care and Control
5125 Harding Place
Nashville, TN 37211
Phone: (615) 862-7928

Adoption Hours:
Tuesdays – Saturdays from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.

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This week’s pick is Sara from the Nashville Humane Association.

Brief Description:

-Domestic Short Hair Cat
-Grey Tabby
-Spayed Female
-7 lbs.
-2 years old

Cary was found as a stray so she hasn’t been around many children or other animals.  NHA says “I seem to tolerate kids 2yrs old and seem to be good with cats.  I have not been around dogs at all, so would like to meet the whole family when you come to visit.  Please come by and visit me at the shelter and see if I would be a good addition to your family.”

For more information or her full listing visit Nashville Humane Association.

View other adoptable cats, adoptable dogs.

Nashville Humane Association
213 Oceola Avenue
Nashville, TN 37209
Phone: (615) 352-1010

Hours:
Monday-Tuesday 10AM – 5PM
Closed Wednesday
Thursday-Saturday 10AM-5PM
Sunday 12Pm-5PM

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Each week we will feature animals available for adoption at local shelters. This week’s pick is River from Nashville Cat Rescue.

Brief Description:

-Female
-Short Haired Gray and White
-Spayed
-Up-to date on shots
-House trained
Pet ID: 117-12

“I was dropped off in a rural area. I was very lucky to be found by a wonderful angel who rescued me! I am now at the Cool Springs PetSmart so that I can find my “furr-ever” home. 

I love other cats, kids, and dogs, and I’m the official greeter whenever anyone comes home. I love to sit on window ledges and watch birds, and of course be a lap warmer during TV time! I’m also quite helpful, as I assist my foster mom when she folds clothes and does other household chores.”

I have been spayed, tested negative for FIV/FeLV, and am up to date on my vaccinations.”

For more information or their full listing visit Nashville Cat Rescue’s on Petfinder.

Nashville Cat Rescue (Pets at area PetSmart locations)
River is located at Cool Springs PetSmart
8105 Moores Lane Suite 1300
Brentwood, Tennessee 37027
Phone: (615) 371-8890

Hours:
Monday-Saturday 9AM-9PM
Sunday 10AM-6pM

Adoption questions, email: loveallcats3@hotmail.com

About Nashville Cat Rescue:
“Nashville Cat Rescue is a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing cats and kittens from off the streets and from high-kill shelters and placing them into loving, permanent homes. All cats and kittens that come through our program receive superb veterinary care before they are adopted out to the public. Each Nashville Cat Rescue cat or kitten is tested for FIV/FeLV, spayed or neutered, de-wormed, given flea preventative, and given all necessary vaccinations.”

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Each week we will feature animals available for adoption at local shelters. This week’s pick is Charlie from Nashville Cat Rescue.

Brief Description:
-Male
-Short Haired Tabby
-2-3 years old
-Neutered
-Up-to date on shots
-House trained
Pet ID: 30-13

“Charlie came to Nashville Cat Rescue in pretty bad shape. We are not really sure what happened to him, but we are glad Charlie found us! Surprisingly, he was negative for FIV and FeLV and in good spirits despite having a horrible wound on his neck. 

Charlie had to go back to the vet six times for treatment before his wound healed. Charlie is now happily waiting for a forever home. He still doesn’t have much hair on his neck (and he might not ever), but he has put on some weight and loves all the attention he can get!”

Currently Charlie is an a foster home awaiting his forever home. If you are interested in meeting Charlie email loveallcats3@hotmail.com.

 He has been neutered, tested negative for FIV/FeLV, and is up to date on his vaccinations.

For more information or their full listing visit Nashville Cat Rescue’s information on Petfinder, http://www.petfinder.com//petdetail/25133764.

About Nashville Cat Rescue:
“Nashville Cat Rescue is a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing cats and kittens from off the streets and from high-kill shelters and placing them into loving, permanent homes. All cats and kittens that come through our program receive superb veterinary care before they are adopted out to the public. Each Nashville Cat Rescue cat or kitten is tested for FIV/FeLV, spayed or neutered, de-wormed, given flea preventative, and given all necessary vaccinations.”

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“You’ve got to admit, dogs know how to show serious love for their humans. Their love can be seen pretty much every moment of every day, from the happiness they show when you come home to the longing look of affection they give when you aren’t doing anything at all.

Show some love in return (as if you don’t already) by capturing your dog’s personality in professional photo on Saturday, February 2nd at Harmony Designs Photography in downtown Nashville at Cummins Station. April Hollingsworth, renowned Nashville photographer, is hosting the event and will donate all proceeds to Agape Animal Rescue. There is a $25 per dog sitting fee. Any additional $10 per person will be added on for humans wanting to be photographed with their dogs.*

Be sure to arrive early, as the event is first-come, first-served and only runs until 2:00 p.m. that day.

Hollingsworth specializes in pet photography and has achieved amazing results in portraits of pets and family. You will come away with a rock-star-quality photo of your beloved pet you can keep forever. Display it on your mantle or keep it in your walled. Who knows, it may be the beginning of your dog’s professional modeling career. Make it work!

Last year’s Luv My dog Day event was a big hit, with over 40 dogs being photographed, and 2012 is already providing to be a winning year for Agape. Come support local dog rescue while showing some love to your favorite pooch this February. Showcase frame and gallery canvas specials will be offered to everyone who attends. Bring our dog’s favorite toy, treat, article of clothing or anything else you think would help make your dog feel comfortable in front of the camera.

EVENT TIME:
Feb 2nd from 9:00a.m.- 2:00 p.m.
(first come. first served)

PLACE:
Harmony Designs Photography
Cummins Station
209 10th Avenue South, Suite 146
Nashville, TN 37203**

Download the event flyer

*Children under the age of two will need another adult in the photo with him/her.

**Paid parking meters are available directly in front of the building.”

More information can be found at http://agaperescue.org/NewsEventsNew.php#LMD-2013

Photo credits: April Hollingsworth at Harmony Designs Photography

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Each week we will feature animals available for adoption at local shelters. This week’s pick is Fiddle from New Leash on Life.

Brief Description:
-Domestic Medium Hair Mix
-Male
-3 months old
-Housetrained
-Current on all vaccinations

“Tis the Season…yes it’s that time of year – no we aren’t talking about the upcoming Holiday Season but another kitten season! Fiddle and his 4 litter mates are very thankful for many reasons. They were found abandoned, cold and scared, but they are now safe and warm at New Leash on Life. Fiddle is a handsome grey and white, 2 1/2 month old, medium hair kitten. He is sweet and loving and dreams of finding his “furever” home. Fiddle is litter box trained and will be neutered, microchipped and current on age appropriate vaccinations prior to adoption. Adopt this fabulous feline for only $100 or consider adopting him with a litter mate for only $150.00. Adoption Center Policy: All cats must be INDOOR ONLY and shall not be declawed.”

For more information or their full listing visit New Leash on Life’s website at http://newleashonline.org/index.php/adoption/cats?detail=17989622

New Leash on Life
Tuesday – Friday 12PM – 5PM  |  Saturday 11AM – 6PM
Phone: (615) 444-1144
507 Jim Draper Blvd (off Baddour Parkway behind Pro Bowl West – for mapquest use 507 W. Baddour Pkwy)
Lebanon, TN 37087
email: info@newleashonline.com

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