The Alternative Humane Society of Whatcom County

The Alternative Humane Society is a foster-only, 501(c)3 rescue organization. We are an all-volunteer, nonprofit animal welfare organization serving Whatcom County, Washington, helping animals and educating the public since 1977We have no shelter, office, or paid staff and rely on private donations to help run our organization. Our programs include Canine and Feline Foster & Adoption, Spay & Neuter Assistance, and Community Cats Information and Referral.Mission Statement: The Alternative Humane Society of Whatcom County is an all-volunteer, non-profit animal welfare organization dedicated to improving the lives of dogs and cats and helping them find and stay in permanent loving homes.Our goals are:• To make Whatcom County a community where no healthy animals are euthanized• To prevent unwanted dog and cat births through spay and neuter assistance• To cultivate respect and awareness for the needs of animals through education• To advocate for the humane treatment of dogs and cats in all areas of life

Bellingham, wa,98227
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Email: [email protected]

Phone Number: (360) 671-7445

Website: https://alternativehumanesociety.com/

Olaf

Domestic Short Hair | Peaceful Valley, WA

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Meet Olaf

Allow us to reintroduce you to Olaf aka ChoCho, Choseph Cholafski, or Chogurt. His government name is Olaf but he responds to Cho. Let us tell you a little bit about this Cho. He is a 9 year old, indoor only, silky soft, sweet guy looking for a true forever home. You can tell by his flagrant display of side eye, he is real tired of your nonsense. He has had his heart broken a few too many times and he insists that his next home be in it for the long haul (can you blame the guy?). Cho has always been himself and been up-front about what he wants, and doesn’t want. Wants: -peace and quiet -unyielding eternal devotionDoes not want: -change-disrespect to his bubbleChoCho has lived with other pets and begrudgingly tolerated them, but we have found he feels most validated when he has the attention of his staff all to himself and will excel as an only pet. Cho is the kind of cat who will choose one person in a pair and remain fiercely loyal to that one. He accepts attention from the other human, but does not like to dedicate too much of his energy on them. Do not mistake this for clinginess- Cho is also fiercely independent and while he does love affection, it is on his terms only. He seems to favor male humans with calm demeanors. Cho is selective about his toys, choosing to play only with his favorites but when he does, he really lets loose! ChoCho May come across as a staunch businessman, but behind his no-nonsense exterior, is a sweet boy looking for someone to finally reciprocate the devotion he gives to his chosen person. He does not like new situations and requires an experienced cat person who can be patient while he learns his new surroundings and learns to trust yet another new person.All AHS adoptions come with a standard 10-day trial period, however in Olaf's case we are willing to extend this trial period to 15 days, or potentially longer if needed. All of our cats come spayed or neutered, microchipped, and with age-appropriate vaccinations. Senior cats have an adoption fee of $100. If you would like to apply to be a forever home for this cat, please fill out a statement of interest at www.alternativehumanesociety.com. Unless otherwise indicated, all our cats and kittens are best suited for indoor-only life. 

Adoption Process
1. Submit Application . We will only be calling applications that are a possible match for the dog 2. Interview The case manager of that dog will contact you by phone or email to set up a meet and greet,if you are a possible match for that dog. 3. Meet the Pet If you think you all are a good match, we may set up a home visit or the case manager will request pictures of your home. 4. Sign Adoption Contract DUE TO COVID 19- ALL ADOPTIONS AND MEET AND GREETS ARE BY APPOINMENT ONLY. WE CAN NOT ADOPT TO CANADA AT THIS TIME. 5. Pay Fee 6. Take the Pet Home All pets have a 10 day adjustment period for a home visit. AHS does not do same-day adoptions. We provide a form called a “Statement of Interest” for potential adopters to fill out. When completed, this form is reviewed by an AHS volunteer (the animal’s Case Manager) who will contact the potential adopter with any additional questions and arrange a meeting if it looks like a good match. those who look like a good match. Adoption fees for DOGS are: Puppies (up to age 18 months): $330 (plus $170 spay/neuter deposit) Adult (18 months - 8 years old): $250 Seniors (8 years and up): $190 (There is an additional $170 spay/neuter deposit for Adults/Seniors not already neutered/spayed.) Adoption fees for CATS are: $190 for kittens up to one year Adult cats over 1-7 year. $130 Seniors cats-8 and up. $100 Fee includes basic shots, spay or neuter, and microchip All cats are FIV/FELV tested

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