Adopt a Friend - "Layla" a Bright and Sparkly Lovebug!

ADOPT A FRIEND

Layla is so sweet.  Her owners gave her up because they discovered they were allergic to her so they brought her to the Prince George’s Animal Services Facility on Brown Station Road in Upper Marlboro.  She is so sweet and needs a new loving, forever home.

NAME:  “Layla”

COUNTY ID#: A384147

AGE:  1 year 5 months

GENDER:  Female

BREED:   Calico

WEIGHT:  Small enough to cuddle

COLOR:  White, Sable, Black

HOBBIES:   Sleeping and playing with toy mice and balls

PERSONALITY:  Layla is very shy but once you start petting her, she warms up very quickly.  She might hide in boxes sometimes but she’ll come around very quickly.  She is looking for a human companion who is patient and willing to bring a wonderful companion into their home.

If you or anyone you know is interested in adopting the wonderful pet featured this week, please call the Prince George's Animals Management Facility in Upper Marlboro at 301-780-7201 to check on the availability. You may also visit www.pgamd.petfinder.com or www.petharbor.com to see many more precious pets that are available for adoption.

ASK FOR “LAYLA” - A384147

Bathing

Most cats do not like baths and under most circumstances, you will not need to bathe her. Cats don’t really need baths unless they have managed to get into some sort of trouble or are seriously infested with fleas. Kittens under 6 months of age are extremely susceptible to illness and should be bathed only if absolutely necessary.  Always use a shampoo made especially for cats. Since cats clean their coats by licking, it’s possible they could groom off chemicals that have been applied.

If it becomes necessary to bathe your cat, follow this procedure: Gently and loosely place cotton in your cats ears and a drop of mineral oil in each eye to prevent water from entering and causing infection. Fill 2 wash tubs with about 4 inches of warm water – make sure it feels comfortable to your elbow. Place your cat slowly and gently into the bath and bathe her with cat shampoo, working from head to tail. Rinse him thoroughly in the other tub, and then wrap him in a towel. Finally, dry her with a hair dryer set on warm (if he is not scared of the dryer otherwise use a towel). Keep her away from drafts until completely dry.

Special Grooming Problems

• Gum, tar or other sticky substances: Remove by rubbing in a little mineral oil. If this doesn’t work, cut the affected area out with a scissors. Be cautious not to cut too closely to your cat’s skin.
• Water-based paint:
       Wash the affected area immediately with soap and water.
• Oil-based paint:
       Wipe fresh paint off with a dry cloth and then wash with warm water and
       soap. Dried paint should be cut off with scissors. Be cautious not to cut
       too closely to your cat’s skin.
• Caution:
       Never use paint remover, kerosene or gasoline since they can severely
       irritate the skin.

IF YOU HAVE ANY CONCERNS OR QUESTIONS, ALWAYS CALL YOUR VETERINARIAN FOR ADVICE.