Kitten of the month - Elmer

After the struggle of seeing his mama and sibling family broken apart, Kitty Elmer was determined to make the best of his new life in Golden Valley. He has fond memories of the day he met the two strangers at the Hennepin Co Humane Society. He played with the toys, snuggled on their laps and delivered the perfect interview. It was a meeting that was meant to be.

Elmer’s move to Golden Valley was the beginning learning curve for both sides. Elmer made it very clear who the “alpha cat” was and who the servants would be! He prioritized his love of food, treats, catnip, window time watching nature, romping with toys and being cute all the time! He particularly enjoys his daily AM wake up of the daddies where claws and teeth meet their feet! His easy-going manner demands he be the center of attention, all the time. Elmer translates being told NO, NO, NO into “you are so cute when you’re naughty “. He loves the attentive care at Kenwood Pet but does complain about the poking and prodding. But then quickly forgives when the delicious treats appear!

Elmer has no interest in growing up. He plans to be a forever child, always cute and the center of attention of his parents. Returning love with a purr that melts their hearts.

Senior dog of the month - Tabitha

Tabitha loves long walks through the park, heavy belly rubs, snacks, and parallel play (wants to be close by but doing her own thing)

She dislikes stepping in puddles, being told no (she’ll scream about it), and when the human she’s cuddling with has the gall to adjust their position. after 8 years together, she’s also still skeptical about the cat (but very tolerant).

Tab lives in the moment, and I bet her favorite memory is every single time we finish a yogurt container and she gets to lick it clean.

Puppy of the month - Renior

Likes: digging in the garden, eating raspberries off the bush, and being a chaos monkey. 

Dislikes: Weather, Sweet Potatoes, and the floor monster (aka vacuum). 

Future Aspirations: Dinosaur