Eight Auburn ‘Camper Cats’ available in Kent for adoption

The first eight of the so-called “Camper Cats” taken into custody last month in Auburn are now available for adoption at the King County Pet Adoption Center in Kent.

Eight of the cats taken into custody last month at an Auburn camper are now available for adoption at the King County Pet Adoption Center in Kent.

Eight of the cats taken into custody last month at an Auburn camper are now available for adoption at the King County Pet Adoption Center in Kent.

The first eight of the so-called “Camper Cats” taken into custody last month in Auburn are now available for adoption at the King County Pet Adoption Center in Kent.

Regional Animal Services of King County took custody of 73 cats and a dog on Jan. 26 after finding them living in a cramped, filthy camper in Auburn. Animal services staff and volunteers have been working since that time to care for the animals while the case moves forward, according to a county media release.

“We’re glad that this story has a happy ending for these cats,” said Glynis Frederiksen, interim manager of animal services. “People have been calling and visiting almost every day, wondering when the Camper Cats would be available for adoption, so we know that these will find wonderful homes.”

Eight of the Camper Cats will be available starting Thursday, Feb. 9, at the adoption center in Kent. The cats, all males, have special needs. Potential adopters can learn about the cats’ needs, and any special care they will require, before deciding to take them home. The adoption fee is $30, which covers a King County pet license, neutering, initial vaccinations, microchipping, and health examination.

More of the Camper Cats may be available for adoption later this month.

Although the cats’ plight garnered a lot of public attention, Frederiksen reminds everyone that there are other animals at the adoption center who also need new homes.

“The Camper Cats have been kind of celebrities around here, but we have many other great animals also waiting for loving, forever homes,” Frederiksen said. “We encourage people to visit the Pet Adoption Center to find a furry friend.”

Regional Animal Services is also looking for people interested in fostering animals in their homes. Prospective fosters must attend training in order to be eligible. The next “Fostering Animals 101” classes are:

Thursday, Feb. 16    2-3:30 p.m.

Thursday, March 1    5:30-7 p.m.

Thursday, March 8    5:30-7 p.m.

Thursday, March 15   5:30-7 p.m.

Thursday, March 22   2-3:30 p.m.

All classes are held at the adoption center. For more information about fostering, contact Sarah Luthens at 206-296-3946.

The King County Pet Adoption Center is at 21615 64th Ave. S. in Kent and is open seven days a week. Hours are 3-6 p.m. Monday, noon to 6 p.m. Tuesday-Friday, and noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

Available pets can also be found at www.kingcounty.gov/pets.


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