Still a Kitten, Chico 'Would Make a Great Family Pet'

Chico is a 6-month-old mixed breed kitten. He was born at a Lake Erie Metro Animal Rescue foster home after his mother was taken in for shelter, said Kay Spielman of Dearborn, a volunteer for Lake Erie Metro Animal Rescue.

Lake Erie Metro Animal Rescue – LEMAR for short – is a no-kill shelter founded 15 years ago by Rockwood resident Sharon Parker. Volunteers trek to Canton twice a month for dog and cat adoption days at , 43665 Ford Rd. The store hosts adoption events from noon to 4 p.m. on the first and third Saturdays of each month.

Sweet-tempered and playful, Chico gives kisses when asked.

“He’d make a great family pet,” said Spielman, holding Chico as he wriggled around trying to get a close-up of the video camera aimed his way.

Chico has had all the required shots, has been neutered, tested for feline AIDS and leukemia and worms, Spielman said. The $100 adoption fee covers the cost of his care.

LEMAR volunteers' main goal is to place all the animals in their care into permanent homes. In the meantime, the no-kill shelter is looking for volunteers who are willing to offer foster homes to cats or dogs (or both). Donations are appreciated in the form of pet carriers; cages; litter boxes and litter; towels; sheets; blankets; pet food; treats; brushes; leashes; collars; bowls; and animal toys. Cash can be donated in the form of gift certificates or payment of vet bills.

For details on adopting Chico or helping the pet rescuers, write LEMAR at 15853 Woodruff, Rockwood, MI 48173 or call 734-379-5010.