Goodbye, Jerry - July 2011

Goodbye, Jerry - July 2011

Jackie and her Trustees are very sad to announce the passing of one of the Sanctuary's best loved characters.

Jerry was an extremely popular and friendly resident at the Sanctuary. When Jerry arrived the vet identified health problems which had stunted his growth and his condition was such that he became a permanent resident. Visitors to the Sanctuary fell in love with this cheeky ginger gentleman as soon as they saw him. He was always mistaken for a kitten due to his diminuitive stature, but his personality filled the room.

Jerry loved human companionship, but every kitten season he shone like the little star he was. Every kitten which had been rescued from distressing and traumatic circumstances would gravitate to Jerry. He was their "uncle" and would comfort them, cuddle them and be a stable rock in their turbulent young lives.

It is impossible to state how many kittens Uncle Jerry helped during his years at the Sanctuary, but he possessed a natural talent for giving them the comfort they so desperately needed during their recovery.

Jerry will be tremendously missed by everyone at the Sanctuary, especially Jackie, as he has held a special place in her heart since his arrival many moons ago.