“Change Their Luck” Cat

Adopt-a-thon, Friday,

June 13th

Marathon Event Promotes Cat Adoptions and Offers Education on Cats and Their Care

FAIRPORT, NY – On Friday, June 13th, Lollypop Farm, the Humane Society of Greater Rochester, is hosting the “Change Their Luck” Cat Adopt-a-thon. Lollypop Farm will be open for a marathon 13 hours (9 a.m. – 10 p.m.), when cats can be adopted for just $13 (kittens under 5 months for $66). This special cat adoption event is part of Lollypop Farm’s Adopt-A-Cat Month celebration focused on finding new families for the hundreds of homeless cats and kittens brought to the shelter during the summer months.

“People who share their homes with cats know the joys that they bring to the family,” said Alice Calabrese Smith, President and CEO. “During this time when cats and litters of kittens begin crowding our shelter, it is critical that we offer as many opportunities as possible for these cats to find loving new homes, and for people to learn more about cats as part of the family.”

The Rochester community is also invited to visit the shelter during these extended hours to enjoy a variety of vendors and giveaways, educational displays on cats, and refreshments. Veterinarians from Lollypop Farm and more will be on hand to answer questions about the care and health of cats. Counselors from Lollypop Farm’s Pet Peeves Behavior Help Line will be available to help people solve their behavior issues. Visitors can also enter raffles for an assortment of cat-related prizes, and enjoy refreshments during their visit to the shelter.

On the 13th, for 13 hours, adult cats can be adopted for just $13 (kittens for $66). The reduced adoption fee includes the same year-round benefits, plus extra gifts for the new feline in the family:

* Spaying or neutering
* Feline leukemia testing
* Vaccinations and parasite treatment
* Certificate for a free health exam
* A 30-day gift of Pet Health Insurance
* Microchipping
* Advantage flea control treatment
* Free behavior and training advice
* Free raffle ticket for entry into several giveaways
* Starter kit that includes: a kitty collar and engraved ID tag, a 5 lb. bag of Science Diet cat food, and a knitted kitty blanket.

The “Change Their Luck” Cat Adopt-a-thon specials are good only at Lollypop Farm in Fairport. The regular adoption application and approval process applies.

Lollypop Farm, the Humane Society of Greater Rochester, is committed to building lifelong bonds between people and animals through education, community outreach programs and the prevention of cruelty. For more information, call (585) 223-1330 or visit the website at www.lollypop.org.