Jul 7, 2009 10:12 pm US/Pacific
I Can Has TV? Shelter Seeking TVs For Cats
ELK GROVE, Calif. (CBS13) ―
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Volunteers say TV can help abused cats become used to being around people again.
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A local animal shelter is making a rare request. They aren't just asking for food or money, but for television sets for their cats.
Rescued cats at the Animal Rescue League in Elk Grove and Galt need a lot of food and affection, but organizers say the abandoned felines need something more.
"We noticed that, one day, we came in and the cats were just all over the television," said volunteer R.J. Verni.
It does provide warmth, but volunteers say the cats were actually watching TV.
Their favorite show? "We notice with Desperate Housewives they really liked the color coordination," she said.
The ARL says TV really is a rehabilitation tool, helping the often abused or neglected animals get used to being around people again.
"When people at home watch television, you're relaxed," said Pamela Pittenger. "Your animals come, they want to be with you. I think that just all works really well together."
The organization only had one set to hold the cats' attention until last week, when they put out a call for donations.
"People have been calling, wanting to donate their TVs, now we have seven TVs," Verni said. "Every room has TV and the cats are loving it."
But even more TVs are needed. There are more than 100 cats at the Animal Rescue League.
The non-profit is also asking for donations, cat food, towels and volunteers to help care for the abused animals. You can find their website
here.
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