From my ongoing series of animals that live in a German animal shelter...

Benno

13 years ago, Benno was living on the streets as a stray when a family took him in. Shortly afterwards, the family also adopted Dina as a little kitten from our shelter. After this long time, both had to come back to the shelter due to a strong allergy of a family member. This was of course a shock for both cats and Benno in particular reacted with aggression to the changed environment and his lack of outdoor access. In addition, both suffered from obesity and age-related health problems. It was not easy to find a new home for them. But finally, after almost a year in the shelter, they made it! A couple adopted them despite all their problems. In the meantime, both have lost weight, their health problems are largely under control and Benno has already become much more accessible in his new home.

The intention of my posts is not to find people that adopt those pets. This German animal shelter accepts only local adoptions and has a very good placement rate. My intention is to raise awareness for all those beautiful pets in the shelters out there waiting for you to be their hero. Go to your nearest animal shelter to find your new pet. Adopt! Don't shop!

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