Local Shelter Offers Half-Off Adoption Rates For Black Cats

As spring approaches, animal shelters across the country see an increase in the unwanted kitten population.

Despite pleas from national and local agencies, many people still do get their animals spayed and neutered.

To help place the increased number of local homeless felines, Southwest Communities Animal Shelter in Wildomar is currently offering half off the adoption rate for all its black kitties.

According to the shelter, they have an abundance of "beautiful black cats."

Fees range depending on age of the animal and whether it will require spay or neuter. Click here to see regular pricing for cat adoptions.

To help ensure an easy transition for newly adopted cats and kittens, here are some helpful tips: 

• Bring your new cat or kitten home in a proper carrier so it doesn't escape or get injured.
• Provide your new kitty with a litter box and place it in a spot that's easy to find. Clay-based litter helps keep the odor down and will encourage the cat to use it.
• Provide proper nutrition. Full-grown cats need food specially formulated for adult felines. Kittens need food specially formulated for growing kittens. Be sure to provide fresh clean water daily.
• When introducing felines to children, be sure to remind them they are not toys and to be very soft and kind.
• You can purchase a bed for your new cat or kitten from your local pet store. They appreciate their own space.
• Purchase safe toys for your new feline.
• Get your new animal spayed or neutered!

Check out the attached photos of cats and kittens (and a few very cute dogs too!) available for adoption from Southwest Communities Animal Shelter.

Shelter hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Mon.-Sat.; Wed. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; closed on Sundays.