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Special forever homes needed for two special cats

f you have room in your home for a furry companion, the County of San Diego Department of Animal Services has two cats that need forever homes some added attention.

SAN DIEGO (NEWS 8) - If you have room in your home for a furry companion, the County of San Diego Department of Animal Services has two cats that need forever homes and some added attention.

The county’s shelter in Bonita has a cat that needs special care. This kitty was adopted out in October 2016, and at the time he tipped the scales at a hefty 16.5 pounds. But when the cat came back to the department in early September, he weighed a 24.5 pounds.

His name is Jett and is affectionately known as jumbo jet. 

Jett is on a strict diet and during the day, he gets the run of the administration office so he can get in his steps.

Anyone interested in adopting Jett can visit him at the shelter on Sweetwater Road. Veterinary staff will need to speak with potential adopters to ensure they can provide the proper diet for Jett.

Meanwhile in Carlsbad, a diva continues to impress her fans well after Kaaboo. Her name is Katty Purry and she too has special needs. 

Katty came in as a stray last August from Fallbrook. The cat’s left leg is shortened and deformed at the elbow while her right leg extends past the elbow and ends in an irregular shaped paw.

“Due to this cat’s condition and the fact it was already spayed, this cat obviously belonged to someone,” Animal Services Director Dan DeSousa said. “However, no owner came forward, so the cat is now available for adoption.”

Katty Purry is a very friendly and social cat, and she loves attention. Her new home would need steps or ramps for her safety, because while she can jump she has problems jumping down. Additionally, she would need to be kept indoors.

Anyone interested in adopting Katty Purry can fill out the Special Adoption Application and submit it in person, fax, or email by 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 23. Animal care staff will evaluate the applications, notify the top candidates to schedule a meet and greet with Katty Purry, and then staff will select a new home for Katty.

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