Animal Friends of Lansdowne

06/17/2026

Meet Pavo, the ultimate love bug
Pavo is short for Pavarotti, because he chirps and sings like an absolute superstar!
Like his namesake, Pavo might take a brief moment to warm up to his audience, but once the curtains rise, he is a total love bug❤️! He absolutely adores being petted and isn't shy about asking for an encore when you stop. If you're looking for a sweet, affectionate companion who truly appreciates your love, Pavo is your guy.
Pavo is a cat of simple pleasures.
He is a huge fan of crinkled paper, cozy fleece blankets, and tearing it up on cardboard scratchers.
He loves diving into his toy box to fish out his favorite playthings.
He has excellent social skills and gets along well with other cats, making him a fantastic addition to a multi-cat household.
Pavo is ready to bring love, playfulness, and a touch of operatic charm to his forever home.

To learn more about Pavo, and other pets available for adoption, please visit www.animalfriendsoflansdowne.org

To submit an adoption application, please utilize the link below.
https://animalfriendsoflansdowne.org/adoption-application

Animal Friends of Lansdowne is a non-profit, all-volunteer community rescue, now in their twenty-first year.

06/16/2026

Thank you to everyone who sent us items from our Amazon Wishlist. It's greatly appreciated! Again, there were no gift slips letting us know who sent it.

06/15/2026

**Meet Sonny: Your Future Furry Friend!**

Allow us to introduce you to the lovely Sonny, a friendly and gentle soul looking for a forever home. This sweet boy, born on April of 2016, is now 9 years young and ready to share his love with the right family.

Sonny has a charming quirk – his adorable white rear toes that make him even more unique! He was rescued from a difficult situation in October 2020, where he was living in a styrofoam box outside a car wash. Despite his tough start, Sonny has a heart full of love and kindness, just waiting to be shared.

Sonny is seeking a quiet new adult home, where he can relax and feel safe. He would be comfortable with teenagers and could happily coexist with one or two calm cats. Unfortunately, he’s been feeling a bit bullied by the resident cat in his current home, and that’s why we believe he would thrive in a calmer environment.

If you’re looking for a sweet companion who will bring warmth and joy into your life, consider opening your heart and home to Sonny. He’s ready to embark on a new adventure filled with love, cuddles, and plenty of quiet time together.

To learn more about Sonny and other pets available for adoption, please visit www.animalfriendsoflansdowne.org

To submit an adoption application, please utilize the link below.
https://animalfriendsoflansdowne.org/adoption-application

Animal Friends of Lansdowne is a non-profit, all-volunteer community rescue, now in their twenty-first year.

06/14/2026

Please microchip your pets. It greatly increases the chances of your pet being returned to you, should they ever get lost.

HEADLINES FROM A FEW MICROCHIP STORIES

🐾 Marley the Cat Reunites With His Owners 2.5 Years After Going Missing

🐾 Woman reunites with missing cat after a year, urges others to microchip their pets

🐾 💜 Cat Missing 13 Years Returns Home Just in Time to Spend Her 'Final Days' With Her Family

🐾 Cat and owner reunite after two years, thanks to a microchip

🐾 Lost Cat Reunited With Owner Six Months Later Thanks to Microchip

🐾 💜 Missing for 20 Years, Cat Spends Her Final Days With Original Owner

🐾 💜 Woman reunites with cat after 10 years thanks to microchip

🐾 Cat lost for year reunited with owner thanks to microchip, local animal shelter says

🐾 How a microchip helped reunite a cat with her owner after 6 years apart

🐾 Texas Cat Reunites with Owner After 5 Years Thanks to Microchip

🐾 💜 But the cat came back: Fairfax Co. kitty is reunited with family after 15 years

🐾 Missing cat reunited with its Texas family after 5 years

🐾 Microchip helps reunite Kamloops cat with family after almost two months on the run

06/10/2026

Meet Sandy

Hi, my name is Sandy, short for Sandy Cheeks from Sponge Bob Square Pants. I’m currently in a foster home, but I’m on the lookout for my forever home. I’m about 2 years old and bursting with playfulness. Whether I'm playing with my toys or snuggling up on the couch, I’m all about spreading joy and cuddles!

I would love to find my very own pineapple under the sea—or, you know, just a cozy spot in your home! If you’re ready for a snuggly companion who loves to be a couch potato, then I’m your girl!

To learn more about Sandy, and other pets available for adoption, please visit www.animalfriendsoflansdowne.org

To submit an adoption application, please utilize the link below.
https://animalfriendsoflansdowne.org/adoption-application

AFL is a non-profit, all-volunteer community rescue, now in their twenty-first year.

06/09/2026

Everyone loves a happy ending....

We were recently contacted by a nice gentleman, who, along with his spouse, were caring for a cat that had shown up on his property. He was unable to bring her in, but provided her with food and water and a soft place to sleep as she had apparently chosen his porch to take up residence. Although they enjoyed having this sweet girl around, the couple reached out to see if we could help, as they had not been able to locate an owner.
Our trappers stopped by one day and saw the kitty walking down the sidewalk. They easily scooped her up and took her home. Upon scanning her, it was discovered that she was microchipped! After some communication with the chip company, they were able to provide the owners information. One of our trappers, who actually knows the owner, reached out to her right away. The owner was thrilled to hear that we had found Anna. This little kitty is a bit of an escape artist and had darted out the door weeks ago and the owners had not been able to find her. Anna is now safe at home. She is grounded indefinitely but that's ok...she is back where she belongs ❤️

06/08/2026

Exciting News: Animal Friends of Lansdowne is Becoming Animal Friends for Life!

We are excited to announce that Animal Friends of Lansdowne is officially changing its name to Animal Friends for Life.

While our name is changing, our focus remains the same. We are still AFL, and we are still dedicated to rescuing cats, helping community cats through Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR), providing medical care, supporting foster homes, and finding loving forever families for animals in need.

So why the change?

Over the years, our work has grown far beyond the borders of Lansdowne. We have helped animals and families throughout the surrounding communities, and we wanted our name to better reflect the broader area we serve.

But there is another reason that is even more important to us.

At Animal Friends for Life, we believe that bringing a pet into your family is a lifelong commitment. Every adopter who comes through our organization learns that pets are not temporary companions—they are family members who deserve love, care, and stability throughout their lives. Our new name reflects one of our core values: Animal Friends are for Life.

The name Animal Friends for Life represents our commitment not only to rescuing animals, but also to educating adopters about responsible pet ownership and the importance of providing a loving home for the entire life of the animal.

As we move forward under our new name, we remain grateful for the support of our volunteers, fosters, adopters, donors, and community partners who have helped make our work possible. Together, we will continue saving lives, supporting community cats through TNR, and helping animals find the loving homes they deserve.

New Name. Same AFL. Same Focus. Same Commitment to Animals.

Thank you for being part of our journey and helping us ensure that Animal Friends truly are for Life.

06/07/2026

We have some big news....

06/06/2026

We have received several items from our Amazon Wish List, and we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to the generous supporters who sent us the food. Unfortunately, none of the items came with gift slips, so we are unable to identify any of the senders.

We are currently still in urgent need of wet food, particularly for our kittens. If you are able to help with this important need, we would be extremely grateful. Thank you!

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