This handsome orange and white cat and his black companion behind him are affectionate young cats. They are neutered and vaccinated.

Some historians say the first American short-haired cat came to this country on the Mayflower in 1620 working her way over as a mouser.

Thank goodness for cats. Call the Washington-Wilkes Animal Shelter at 706-678-CATS or visit the shelter at 358 Brown Drive, Washington.