So my human got this email over the weekend from the therapy pet organization we’ve applied to — and the next evaluation is at the end of April! We don’t have any scheduling conflicts, so we can do it… but look at all the paperwork that needs to be done!
There are a whole bunch of tests I am going to have to do! They are going to make me be around noisy, clumsy people who are acting unpredictably. And they are also going to make my human leave the room so I am alone with complete strangers for three minutes! Supposedly they will give me treats for that last test, so I think I will be okay for that. Honesty, I pretty much think I can do all of it, but just in case, my human and I are going to do a lot of practicing for the next few weeks. I’m used to the cat shows by now, and the pet store, so she wants to change things up for me. She is going to take me to places I’ve never been before, some of them really unfamiliar and chaotic.
There is paperwork my human needs to sign and turn in — plus my veterinarian needs to fill out a health screening form for me. All this needs to be done by a certain date. Oh, and I will need a bath and nail trim for the evaluation. And if I pass, I will get a for-real therapy cat vest and a badge!
I hope I am up for this new challenge… no, I know I am up for it!
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We know you’re going to pass that test with flying colors, Summer!
I bet you pass with all the colors of the rainbow, Summer.
You have to take a test? MOUSES! But if I know you, and I think I kind of do, you’re gonna do SPLENDIDLY, for sure.
Purrs,
Seville
We sure hope you will do excellent fur getting to be a therapy kitty! We know you will, we just know it! Cause you are a sweet loving kitty:)
We know you can do it, Summer ! Paws and fingers are crossed for you ! Purrs
That’s great news, Summer! We know you can do it!
Purrs xx
Athena and Marie
I know you can do it, Summer!
Good luck Summer!
This is exciting, Summer! we’re crossing our paws for you though we know you can do it!
pip, smidgen, minnie, hollie, sharpie, ditto
If any cat can do it, Summer, you can!
Our mommy would love to volunteer for the time alone with you part! Well, if she was in CA of course. If you could handle three minutes with her squees and petting you then you can handle anything! 🙂 We know you’re going to be a purrfect therapy cat!
I bet Binga can help you with all that, Summer! 😉
Wow! You are right, things are getting really serious. We have total faith that you will succeed!
I know you can too Summer.
Summer, I hope you pass your Therapy Cat test with flying colors.
You’re definitely up for this challenge! And you look super confident! We know you’re going to pass with flying colors.
I have no doubts Summer. You are a very special girl.
Oh Honey, you are going to do so well! They will probably wish they could give you a “Best of Show” ribbon for how it is going to go! (There should be a Best Therapy Cat Candidate ribbon and you would bring it home with you!)
I so look forward to you getting this all taken care of. And after flying on planes and being in noisy airport, as well as the cats shows, I bet you won’t even notice anything be out of the ordinary! Go for it, Summer and your person, too!
Love,
Lily
We know you can do it! After our human saw in Nashville how you react when your human walks away, you might want to practice that one a little bit between now and your big test, though, just in case.
We believe you are up to this challenge too!
“They are going to make me be around noisy, clumsy people who are acting unpredictably.”
A crowd of protesters outside a future presidential debate?
Seriously….Good for you! You can do it!
It seems like a lot of work to officially do what comes naturally. The vest and badge will be cool, though.
We know you will do great, Summer!! We look forward to hearing about your therapy cat adventures.
You can do it Summer………….you can do ANYTHING you decide to do!
Hugs, Sammy
I bet it will come easy to you.
Summer, there is not one doubt in my mind about you passing the tests. I know you you can!
Wow, that sounds very tough test! But I bet you can pass it 🙂
I know you Can do it Summer!If I can go to a noisy pub with people wanting to pet me and be nice to Handicapped people then you can definitely do this,xx Speedy
You absolutely can, Summer!!! There’s NOTHING you can’t do!
you’re going to do great once you make it through the bureaucracy…
We’re cheering for you from this side of the state. We know you can handle all the test and come out smelling like tunafish. Goodluck.
Summer I know for a fact you will be an extraordinary Therapy Cat….your sweet face soothes me every time I see it.
Hugs madi your bfff
Oh you’re a paw-in, Summer! (Since you don’t wear shoes.) You’re gonna be the bestest therapy kitty EVER!
Purrz!
Selina
Whoa…they separate you and your human for three minutes? That never happened when Jake and I tested…the whole thing is about you two being a team, and they always stress that you should never leave your animal partner unattended – or even let go of the leash – at any time.
It’s one of the things listed under the aptitude test. Of course, the test is directed at dogs, so I’m not sure how it will differ with cats. I have been handled by both familiar and unfamiliar people while my human has been out of the room, so it’s not something I’ve had no experience with.
I hope you pass with flying colors, Summer!
When you become a Therapy Cat, you will remain with your present Human, right?
Will you just, during the day, grace other humans with your presence and charm, and go back to your Human at night?
My human and I will be going for visits that are probably no more than an hour or two for a few times a month. That’s basically what a therapy cat does.
I would fly down from Seattle to California for a few days, for some therapy sessions with Summer!
Just having her sit on my lap for an hour or two, petting her and listening to her purr, I honestly believe would benefit my heart and blood pressure!
Ahhh, you’ll ace it…
We are rooting for you, Summer! We know you will ace the interview!
We’re sure you will be a wonderful therapy nurse Summer and all the people who have illnesses will love it when you go to see them.
Luv Hannah and Lucy xx xx
Oh, you totally have this! Just think of all the great work you will be doing.
We are sure you will pass any and all tests with flying colours, Summer! With all your experience of shows and travel, you’ll ace everything!
Purrs,
The Chans
If anycat can do it, you can!
Sweet Summer, you will do very well and pass with flying colors.
Oh sweetheart Summer, you can do it! You have been training for this so long now. You are doing fabulous. Your humom is a great trainer. You will do it! We are so excited for you. Purrs
We know you are up for it too pretty Summer, you are purrfect for that role sweetie!
Summer, we know you can do it and you will be just great at it. Just think of all the poor sick people that you will make so happy to see you. You will be just great.
That sounds like a lot of werk ta pass those tests, but we are sure you will get A+ all around!
If anykitty is ready and capable for this, it’s you, Summer!
Purrs, Dip & Dot
You are definitely up to it, Summer! You’re a champ!!! People will love you!
We know you can do it too 🙂
We will send you positive vibes to make sure !
Purrs Georgia and Julie,
Treasure and JJ