16 Cats Saved from Fatal Fire Up for Adoption: VIDEO

Sixteen cats who were saved from a fatal house fire in Mount Kisco are now up for adoption at the SPCA of Westchester.

“They’re ready to get their second chance at a new beginning,“ said Shannon Laukhuf, Executive Director.

On August 12, 86 year-old Chrystine Nicholas died when she went back into her burning house to rescue the animals.

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The cats are between 6 to 10 years-old and most suffered from upper respiratory infections and various ailments. All have been medically treated and rehabilitated as well as spayed/neutered and vaccinated. The cats range from social and friendly to timid and shy. While some will make great family pets others would feel more comfortable living in a barn type setting where they would be free to come and go as they choose.

“The SPCA is seeking the public’s help in finding these cats new and loving homes, said Laukhuf. “The cats are in need of TLC following the traumatic experience of surviving a fire and losing one of their

The cats featured above are Pippin, Cinga and Houdini. Both Pippin and Cinga are about 10 years-old, extremely affectionate with people and do well with other cats. Houdini, who is about 6 years old, is more on the shy side so he’d be happiest living with other cats as a barn cat. Anyone interested in adopting is encouraged to visit the SPCA of Westchester, located at 590 North State Road in Briarcliff Manor. Or visit www.spca914.org.

The SPCA of Westchester is a no kill shelter and is not affiliated with the ASPCA.