By Janice Murasko

Last week in “Days of Our Nine Lives,” ARF cats and kittens complimented each other, knowing they would soon be adopted.

Harley: Aren’t you all so happy that you live in a safe, indoor location?

Phil: No kidding. After experiencing the storm from inside the ARF cattery, I’m even more glad to be here than before.

Harley: Hopefully, all dogs and cats are indoors.

Rosy: On another note, did you hear that Michael the dog was adopted?

Katnis: That is fabulous news!

Phil: And I heard that ARF took in another dog last Thursday, and it was also adopted Saturday.

Pepper: Wow! Great day for ARF!

Lilac: And ARF also got yet another dog named Paul.

Katnis: And is Paul ever friendly to us cats.

Paul: (creeping into the room) Are you talking about me?

Don: We are! Paul, please tell us all about yourself.

Paul: Well, I’m about 8 years old and very easy going. I like dogs, cats and people.

Lilac: You’re so cute, Paul. I’ve also heard that you are very easy on a leash.

Don: Aw, heck. He’s easy about everything.

Paul: I am just very easy-going. All I want is a nice lap or comfy spot on the sofa, next to my person.

Don: So you would be comfortable in a quiet home?

Paul: Yes, I’d love to be part of a family that wants a loving, loyal companion.

Phil: You should find a home pretty quickly.

Paul: I hope so. I just want to give my love to someone special.

Carrie: And I certainly hope that those who are looking for a kitten or cat find us soon. We have lots of love, and entertainment, to give.

Be sure to keep up with the animal antics of Days of our Nine Lives each week. And please stop in to say hello to the entire adoptable cast at the ARF House, 26890 Hwy 243. ARF is open Saturdays 10-3, Sundays 10-2, and during the week by appointment. Please call 951- 659-1122.

For those interested in sponsoring future weeks or months of Creature Corner, contact ARF at 951-659-1122 or info@idyllwildarf.org.