It was a blessing for Pisces the cat that she found a great home just before Andrew Cohen was shipped off on assignment. Andrew had called over thirty animal organizations over the last few months without any luck before being referred to Community Animal Network by the National Cat Protection Society. Andrews experience is not uncommon for individuals seeking help for their dogs and cats from Southern California rescue groups.

The founder of Community Animal Network, DiAnna Pfaff-Martin heard Andrews  heartfelt story and suggested what turned out to be a winning plan. “I asked Andrew to e-mail a photo of himself in uniform and plan to be at our Fashion Island adoption event on Saturday in full uniform dress.” DiAnna said. “I placed the photo of Andrew up on our web site on Thursday night and began seeking a foster home as a back up in case Pisces was not adopted on Saturday. I was so worried because Andrew was leaving immediately.”  

When the black and white female cat named Pisces arrived at our Russo’s pet store adoption event, Andrew met William and Sheri Reynolds that were interested within the first five minutes. Things became complicated when a couple arrived shortly after with a copy of the web site and their pre-adoption questionnaire completed wanting to adopt the cat as well. “We managed to have everyone leave happily with a cat,” says DiAnna Pfaff-Martin. “The couple that arrived later was just happy that the military cat was being adopted and delighted in another choice.” 

This animal loving military man just never gave up seeking help to save Pisces life from entering the uncertainty of the United States Shelter systems. The happy new pet parents William and Sheri exchanged e-mail addresses and hand shakes before leaving.  

DiAnna Pfaff-Martin spoke with Pisces new pet parent Sheri and she said “The kitty is part of our family now and their five year old daughter Amy has