Adoption Stories

Whether your pet’s adoption was a decade ago, or last week, or anytime in between, we’d love to hear an update from you! It makes our day to hear stories of our alums thriving in their homes.

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Happily ever after at home

The staff, volunteers and fosters here at AWS know that each animal’s stay with us is just a small chapter in their life’s journey. While our time together is brief, the pets we care for leave lasting memories. We relish the chance to read the stories showcasing our alumni in the next chapters of their lives. Thank you for sharing your pet’s happily ever story after with us. It means the world to us to know our former residents thriving together with their new families.

These adoption stories and photos warm our hearts and our souls.
Thank you!

Adoption Stories

Check out these adopted pets who are happy at home and thriving together with their families.

  • Instacart now Binx

    Instacart now Binx

    I fell in love with this little shy kitten over a photo. When I got to meet her, I fell even more in love. It was saddening to hear that she was antisocial and that her ear was clipped, as she had the potential to be a barn cat, not a house pet. When I brought her home 2 days ago, she hid and did not want to be touched. Now, 2 days later, she follows me around the house and is attached to my hip. I am so happy to be given the trust and love from her ❤️…

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  • Willowpelt and Tigerstar now Luis and Phinn

    Willowpelt and Tigerstar now Luis and Phinn

    Luis and Phinn previously Willowpelt and Tigerstar were adopted from AWS in July of 2023. We went in planning to adopt just one kitten but fell in love with both. They love the cuddle with each other, but also with our dogs! It took a little bit to figure out who is who, but now their own personalities shine and it couldn’t be easier. They’re the perfect addition to our family!

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  • Tank now Luca

    Tank now Luca

    A little update on our sweet Luca (formerly Tank) Adopting him was truly one of the best decisions we’ve ever made. He’s the biggest love bug and has completely stolen our hearts. He loves his snuggles, his toys, car rides, trails, and of course, admiring himself in the mirror Luca loves his mommy and daddy equally, has settled in so well, he also loves his doggie uncle, and absolutely loves having a big backyard to run around in. His favorite thing might just be wrestling with his dad, though! He has the biggest heart and has brought so much love…

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  • Harry

    Harry

    Harry is doing great! He likes to play with toys and loves to lie on my lap for kitty snuggles. He also likes to stretch out on the carpet or the couch.  

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  • Roman

    Roman

    This little guy, Roman, is settling in very well. He’s so tiny that we can’t get enough of him. He is fitting in so well with the environment and his older brother. Thank you, AWS, once again for letting us adopt a fur baby! He will be loved and cared for!

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  • Mallard now Mally Cat

    Mallard now Mally Cat

    Mally was quite sick the day I came to adopt him. As an FIV cat, I felt it was important to get him home as soon as possible. The antibiotic wasn’t helping, so we went to urgent care to have his blood sent out for evaluation. The vet gave him a shot to help his overall condition while we waited for results. Mally, in fact, had a viral infection with no accompanying bacteria. Several huge pills later, he’s almost a new cat. Mally is happy, loves to eat and minds well. His days of trying to survive in a feral…

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