JCAPL does not have a shelter. Our animals all have foster families until they find the purrfect forever home. You can visit our puppies and dogs at the Petsmart in Garner at the White Oak Shopping Center on Saturdays between Noon and 4pm. Our kittens and cats can be seen on Saturdays between 10am and 2pm. You can also visit the cats/kittens during Petsmart's regular store hours. Applications are available upon request, or you can download an application here and bring with you. You can also contact us at adopt@jcapl.org and we can arrange a meeting!
We have had first-hand experience with declawed cats eshibiting new problem behaviors after the procedure. In fact, declawed cats are often abandoned, dropped off at shelters or let outdoors (which is a very dangerous situation as they no longer have the front claws as a defense against attacks). While these negative consequences are not as frequent with younger cats, the procedure, itself is traumatic no matter what the age.
If you are considering declawing a cat or kitten, please make sure you are educated about the procedure and have exhausted all alternatives before making that decision.
The following links are recommended reading:
The ASPCA's official position on declawing
The Humane Society of the United States of America
Alternatives to Declawing:
http://www.aspcabehavior.org/articles/25/Destructive-Scratching.aspx
http://www.softpaws.com/?gclid=CJyi_OCItqYCFa1d7Aod60rEHg
Abuse and neglect of animals is of great concern to JCAPL and an extremely serious issue. However, we are not equipped to handle these cases as they often involve local, county and/or state laws and ordinances. There are several agencies in the area who can investigate and remove animals when warranted. While you can let us know when you witness these situations, we are extremely limited with what we can legally do, if anything.
We urge you to report these cases to the local authorities so that they can have them on record and take action.
We often get calls from the agencies, themselves, if there is an animal(s) our program can help.
Johnston County Animal Services
Simply put, we have taken on the huge responsibility of making decisions which will affect these animals for the rest of their lives. The animals in our program have often been through alot in their lives. Even the youngest have had to overcome many obstacles before becoming adoptable. Adoptions are not something we take lightly and we screen potential adopters in order to give our animals the very best chance to live a long, healthy and happy life in a safe and loving forever home.
While we understand your situation, it is imperative that we know that our adopters are financially able to care for their new companion. This includes ongoing expenses (food, flea control, heartworm preventive and other supplies) as well as regular veterinary care. These are expenses that will always be there. But that's not all. What if your pet becomes ill, eats something dangerous, or is injured? Veterinary care for sick animals can become very costly. If you cannot afford the adoption fee, we have to assume that you are not currently in a financial position to be able to provide for a pet.
The date for the Spayghetti Dinner is March 16th from 4-7pm at the Clayton Senior Center. One ticket will buy you a delicious heaping helping of spaghetti, garlic bread, desert and a beverage, all for a great cause!