Cats The Newport Beach-based Community Animal Network...

Cats

The Newport Beach-based Community Animal Network has been

desperately involved in rescuing 35 Siamese and Himalayan mix cats

from the pound. The network has taken custody of 18 cats so far, but

there are not enough homes to support them.

“We need more volunteers to come forward and open their homes to

get the rest of these animals from an overcrowded home by April 7, or

animal control will take action,” founder DiAnna Pfaff-Martin said.

Four pregnant cats and a nursing mother are among those looking

for foster homes. Newly-rescued cat Mayla escaped during the storm in

the Newport Beach Dover Shore area and volunteers are looking for

her.

A Dalmatian dog is available for adoption and dog foster homes are

also needed. The network is asking for old towels for bedding and cat

toys, in addition to monetary donations.

“Dog lovers need to come forward to help, too,” Pfaff-Martin said.

“We are a community-supported organization and need help.”

See other animals available for adoption at www.animalnetwork.org

or Russo’s pet store at Fashion Island between noon and 4 p.m. on

weekends. Information: (949) 759-3646 or Community Animal Network,

P.O. Box 8662, Newport Beach, CA 92658.