'Heartbroken' Maximus: Smithtown Adoptable Pet Of The Week

SMITHTOWN, NY — Maximus, a 5-year-old male black and white domestic cat, is the Smithtown Pet of the Week.

Maximus is fairly new to the shelter.

"He was loved from the moment he was found outside as a stray kitten," the shelter wrote. "Sadly, his family fell upon hard times and could no longer give him the life he deserves."

Maximus is adjusting and still "heartbroken," so it may take him some time to warm up, according to the shelter.

"Earning his trust is worth its weight in gold…as he will shower you with endless purring, adoration and unconditional love," the shelter stated. "Maximus has already proven to be a beloved companion and deserves another chance to find his person. This champion has won our hearts over and we want nothing more than to help him find a lifetime of purr-fect memories. Maximus would do best in a quiet home, with older children and possibly other pets."

If you are interested in meeting Maximus, please fill out an application to schedule time to properly interact with your prospective soul mate in a domestic setting.

There are currently a variety of male and female cats and kittens available to adopt or foster.

"If you are looking for a fun-loving, yarn-tossing ball of love, stop by the Kitten Nursery or the Cat Condos at the Smithtown Animal Shelter and find a PURR-fect soulmate or two," the shelter stated.

All of the felines at the shelter are current on vaccines and have received a full workup (blood work, Feline HIV & Leukemia tested, physical exam etc.) by a board-certified veterinarian.

Hours are currently Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sundays and Wednesday evenings are by appointment only.

To inquire about the Pet of the Week or to meet your potential soulmate, please call the Smithtown Animal Shelter at 631-360-7575.

The Smithtown Animal Shelter's primary concern is finding the perfect home for each animal that finds his/her way to it. The Animal Control Officers and kennel attendants at the Smithtown Animal Shelter will go out of their way to ensure both the rescued and rescuer are made for one another. If you have other pets, you can arrange to bring your four-legged family member into the shelter or they can set up an at-home meet & greet to see how your prospective new addition does with other family members, pets or the household itself.

The shelter is also seeking foster volunteers. Foster parents provide temporary care for cats, kittens and dogs in their own homes. Some animals need as little as two weeks of care, while others may need care for an extended time.

If interested, download the Foster Application here.