Why we do what we do...

Remember our little guinea pig Oscar?

He was neglected by his owners, then dumped at the Hamilton Animal Services shelter back in March. He had almost no use of his back legs, severe skin issues and he was underweight. The Ladybird Animal Sanctuary took Oscar from the shelter, got him some vet care, and placed him in a foster home.

Well…look at Oscar now!

The foster home did an amazing job! He’s been given proper nutrition since his rescue from the shelter and he has regained the full use of his back legs. His skin issues are long gone thanks to some vet care, and Oscar is now a happy, chubby, snuggly pig!

We couldn’t have done this without you! Thank you to Oscar’s wonderful foster home. Thank you to the vet who treated his skin problems. Thank you to the amazing people out there who have donated to the LAS. You helped us pay for Oscar’s food, supplies and vet care.

This is exactly why we started the LAS. To help animals just like Oscar who would otherwise be euthanized, when all they need and deserve is someone to give them a second chance for a good life.

Rosie and Pixie

Rosie and Pixie

Status: Adoptable (Must be adopted as a pair)
Age: Rosie is approximately 12 weeks old and Pixie is approximately 8 weeks old
Arrival Date: June 12, 2011
Species: Cats
Gender: Both female (to be spayed at the appropriate age)
Likes: Each other! Toys, purring, sleeping, playing, exploring.
Dislikes: None as of yet
Notes: Rescued from Hamilton Animal Control, currently in foster care. Rosie and Pixie were found together as strays. These two are the best of friends! Even though they are several weeks apart in age, they do everything together and depend on each other. For that reason, they must be adopted as a pair. They are very laid back pair, and seem to be comfortable in any situation they find themselves in. Rosie and Pixie are constantly purring! These two would be a great addition to any home. They are simply the sweetest kittens!

RIP Whiskers

Our hearts are broken to tell you that sweet little kitten Whiskers has passed away. She was thriving and doing well, but passed away unexpectedly a few days ago of unknown causes. Our vet has since done a medical check on the rest of the family, but is at a loss as to why whiskers died. In her short life, Whiskers touched many hearts, and caused many smiles, and for that we’re thankful to have met her.

We’ll miss you Whiskers.

Melissa talks about Lucy and her kittens

Posted on June 5, 2011 by administrator

LAS co-founder Melissa McClelland talks about her first fostering experience with Lucy and her kittens. All of the kittens have been spoken for since this video was filmed, but Lucy will be looking for her forever home soon! She’s a sweet and amazing cat, as you’ll see…

Olive

Posted on June 3, 2011 by administrator

Status: Adoptable

Age: Young adult

Arrival Date: May 11, 2011

Species: Cat

Gender: Spayed Female

Likes: Playing, snuggling, laps, windows

Dislikes: None as of yet

Notes: Rescued from Hamilton Animal Control, currently in foster care. Initially shy, it only took Olive a couple of days to warm up to her foster family. She’s now enjoying being out of the shelter, and she’s busy warming the hearts of all who meet her.

Olive

Lucy and her kittens

Posted on June 3, 2011 by administrator

Lucy nursing her kittens

What’s cuter than kittens??? Not much, we’d say. Lucy has been a wonderful mom to her babies, and Melissa has proven herself a top notch foster mom in taking care of this little kitty family.  Mom and babies will be available for adoption when the kittens are big enough, and when mom and babies are deemed healthy and ready to go by our veterinarian.  We’ll keep you posted!

Thanks again to those who have donated to us, even though we haven’t received our charitable status yet. Your money goes directly to caring for these animals.  Lucy was very ill when we picked her and her babies up from the ‘high kill’ shelter, and they wouldn’t have made it past the next euthanasia day if we hadn’t stepped in.  We believe animals like this deserve a second chance, and shouldn’t be discarded just because they happen to become sick.  Vet costs can run high, and we couldn’t have helped Lucy and her babies if it weren’t for donations from our supporters. Look at the photos above and you can see exactly what you helped us do! Thank you!

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Lucy nursing her kittens