Pet Of the Week

Darla

The pretty torti tabby named Darla was dressed in red in the spirit of the holiday, which added a festive look to the pet adoption event.

Darla is quite attentive and would be described as dog-like, following her caregiver around.

She is vocal when seeking attention, and her favorite thing to do is drop and roll to have her belly petted.

Several veterinarians tested Darla for a urinary tract infection, and the results were all negative. According to a feline expert, Dr. Elaine Wexler-Mitchell, Darla has an “abnormal posture for urinating (standing up) which needs a litter box adaptation (covered litter box) to control the direction of urine flow.”

Having a better understanding of Darla’s special litter box needs has stopped any concern of any medical problems.

Call (949) 749-3646 to meet Darla in the caregiver’s home. See other cats and kittens for adoption each weekend from noon to 4 p.m at Fashion Island, sponsored by Russo’s Pet Experience. To see more photos of animals, visit www.animalnetwork.org.

Dulce the Shih Tzu and Vida the Malti-poo are still available.

DiAnna Pfaff-Martin, founder of Community Animal Network, would like to confirm that local charities offer hands-on service in our community and suggest that readers select local charities and for their gift giving.

If you would like to donate to help local animals, memo your check nonprofit tax ID 33-0971560, and mail it to Community Animal Network, P.O. Box 8662 Newport Beach, CA, 92658.