'Enchanting' Igor: Smithtown Adoptable Pet Of The Week

SMITHTOWN, NY — Igor, a 7-year-old male black domestic short-haired cat, is the Smithtown Animal Shelter's Pet of the Week.

Igor, an "enchanting boy," arrived at the Smithtown Animal Shelter as part of the town’s Trap, Neuter, Release program (TNR), according to the shelter.

"Sadly, he was found covered in scars, which reveal what an incredibly rough and heartbreaking life he lived on the streets," the town wrote. "Despite his hardships, Igor remains sweet and gentle, with a heart full of love just waiting to be embraced by a special human companion who can bring him joy and happiness."

While Igor takes some time to trust people and is a little shy when meeting new faces, he is loving and affectionate with his caretakers, according to the shelter.

"Once you meet Igor, he'll happily spend endless hours by your side, soaking up all the love and affection you have to offer," shelter staff wrote. "He is an endearing fella who will effortlessly pull on your heartstrings by purring through every stroke, pet and snuggle one lucky family can dish out, making up for years of neglect during his time living on the streets. Igor deserves his happily ever after and will make a wonderful addition to an adoring family’s heart and home."

The Smithtown Animal Shelter believes Igor would do best in a quiet home. However, a home with older children, calm dogs, and possibly cats would be OK, as well, the shelter wrote.

If you are interested in meeting Igor, please fill out an application to schedule time to properly interact with your prospective soul mate in a domestic setting.

There are currently a variety of male and female cats and kittens available to adopt or foster.

"If you are looking for a fun-loving, yarn-tossing ball of love, stop by the Kitten Nursery or the Cat Condos at the Smithtown Animal Shelter and find a PURR-fect soulmate or two," the shelter stated.

All of the felines at the shelter are current on vaccines and have received a full workup (blood work, Feline HIV & Leukemia tested, physical exam etc.) by a board-certified veterinarian.

Hours are currently Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sundays and Wednesday evenings are by appointment only.

The Smithtown Animal Shelter's primary concern is finding the perfect home for each animal that finds his/her way to it. The Animal Control Officers and kennel attendants at the Smithtown Animal Shelter will go out of their way to ensure both the rescued and rescuer are made for one another. If you have other pets, you can arrange to bring your four-legged family member into the shelter or they can set up an at-home meet & greet to see how your prospective new addition does with other family members, pets or the household itself.

The shelter is also seeking foster volunteers. Foster parents provide temporary care for cats, kittens and dogs in their own homes. Some animals need as little as two weeks of care, while others may need care for an extended time.

If interested, download the Foster Application here.