In Memory of Nala 7/1/2014 – 9/10/2021
Found eating out of a trashcan in Arlington, Tx, Nala was rescued by a good Samaritan. Unfortunately, she could not keep her so she reached out to a local rescue in Arlington who took in Nala but on testing found her to be positive for feline leukemia. Thanks to rescue networking, they, in turn, reached out to Shadow Cats and we made room in Cookie’s Place for this little gray and white beauty.
Sweet Nala was a little overwhelmed at first. She was a shy little one, but she quickly settled into the swing of things, becoming one of the gang in Cookie’s Place. We often say that a cat was one of the sweetest but Nala truly was. She was the sweetest! Nala was a love, so happy when she was in your lap, so happy to be with you. She remained a little shy throughout her life with us. She was a quiet one. She loved the company of all the other kitties, but she did not enjoy the rambunctious play that the young ’uns would partake in! The best way to describe Nala was the young lady at a dance – she was the one who would be watching all the dancing action from the sidelines with that raised eyebrow look! But she did watch every day for volunteers to arrive so she could find that lap to sit in. She would give the best nuzzles and purr so deep and loud.
We learn every day new things about feline leukemia, but we do know that health issues can manifest quickly. Nala has been dealing with health issues related to leukemia over the past few weeks, and we are so very sad that Nala had to leave us today. She had breathing difficulties and a gentle and peaceful passing surrounded by love and light is what we can give as our final gift. We will miss our beautiful gray and white girl shy girl. Throughout your life at Shadow Cats, you had daily room service, medical care, lots of buddies, a wonderful place to live, outdoor space to watch rabbits and squirrels and birds, and a host of other wildlife, and love, so much love every day. Sweet Nala was 7 years old. From a start of eating out of a trash can, you lived your best life and we all celebrate that.
Rest easy, Nala. Fly high and free. You were loved deeply and will be missed.
Thanks to all who loved Nala near and far – to our staff, our volunteers, and the love and support from all her sponsors.
Nala had 5 Sponsors
Rain Nox
Deirdre Blankenship
Gaye Sodoma
LeAnn Chamberlin
Jason Rubero