June is Adopt-a-Cat Month at the East Bay SPCA

Public Can "Choose Their Feline Adoption Fee"

OAKLAND, Calif., June 4, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Millions of cats end up in shelters every year, patiently waiting for their forever homes. To help shorten their wait and find these deserving felines good homes, the East Bay SPCA will celebrate Adopt-A-Cat Month in June with the following month-long specials:

ADOPTION FEE OPTION: Choose whether you pay a $25.00, $50.00, $75.00 or $100.00 adoption fee for your new feline companion.

FREE CAT FRIDAY: For one Friday in June, EBSPCA will hold a Free Cat Friday special and waive the adoption fees for all cats age six months and older.

COOL CAT EXTRAS (courtesy of Pet Food Express): Every cat or kitten adopted in June will go home with a fun toy, can of wellness cat food, and a 20% off coupon to Pet Food Express! Adopters are also eligible to enter a raffle to win a "My Mutts" cat poster from Pet Food Express or a $100.00 or $50.00 Pet Food Express gift certificate.

SPAY/NEUTER SPECIAL: 15% off spay/neuter for your cat(s)! Neuters are just $51.00 for male cats and spays are just $64.00 for female cats.

VETERINARY SPECIAL: "Cat Care Package" includes a regular examination and microchip for only $50.00!

"We have cats of every breed, age and personality just waiting for a loving home," says Allison Lindquist, East Bay SPCA executive director. "Whether you prefer young and frisky or mature and mellow, you're sure to find the perfect cat companion during Adopt-a-Cat Month.

Lindquist says EBSPCA's staff is ready to help you adopt your very first cat — or to bring home a friend for another beloved cat.  "We encourage the entire family to come to our Adoption Centers to meet our cats and ask our helpful staff questions. They're very knowledgeable about the animals in our care and know each cat's personality and behavioral traits to help you find the 'purrfect' cat. We also offer behavior advice and can answer questions regarding everything from litter box training to introducing a new cat to your current cat," Lindquist explains.

All cat and kitten adoptions include the following:

• Spay/Neuter
• Initial Vaccines
• Microchip & Registration
• De-Worming Treatment
• Veterinary Exam post adoption at our full-service Veterinary Clinic
• Cardboard Cat Carrier
• Pre-Adoption Veterinary Exam/Bloodwork for Club Second Chance Cats
• Free Cat Care Enrichment Workshop

About East Bay SPCA

The East Bay SPCA (EBSPCA) is a nonprofit organization committed to the welfare of cats and dogs in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. We strive to eliminate animal cruelty, neglect and overpopulation by providing programs and education that support people and companion animals. More information about EBSPCA can be found at www.eastbayspca.org or by calling 510.569.0702.

SOURCE East Bay SPCA