LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Two personable cats are waiting for their new homes at Lake County Animal Care and Control.

“Petey” and “Betsy” are sweet cats who enjoy interactions with humans and would be wonderful companions.

In addition to spaying or neutering, cats that are adopted from Lake County Animal Care and Control are microchipped before being released to their new owner. License fees do not apply to residents of the cities of Lakeport or Clearlake.

If you're looking for a new companion, visit the shelter. There are many great pets there, hoping you'll choose them.

In addition to the animals featured here, all adoptable animals in Lake County can be seen here: http://bit.ly/Z6xHMb .

The following cats at the Lake County Animal Care and Control shelter have been cleared for adoption (other cats pictured on the animal control Web site that are not listed here are still “on hold”).

'Petey'

“Petey” is a handsome 1-year-old male domestic short hair mix with a black and white coat.

He weighs 9.4 pounds, has gold eyes, and loves to be petted and get treats.

Shelter staff said he will be neutered when the right family or person adopts him. He also has had his FVRCP cat vaccine.

Petey is in cat room kennel No. 8, ID No. 1755.

'Betsy'

“Betsy” is a 3-year-old domestic short hair mix who came into the shelter as a stray.

She weighs 6 pounds and has gorgeous gold eyes.

Betsy had her FVRCP cat vaccine, and will be rabies vaccinated and spayed when adopted.

Shelter staff said she loves to be brushed and is looking for a home that will give her lots of love.

Betsy is in cat room kennel No. 43, ID No. 1745.

Adoptable cats also can be seen at http://www.co.lake.ca.us/Government/Directory/Animal_Care_And_Control/Adopt/Cats_and_Kittens.htm or at www.petfinder.com .

Please note: Cats listed at the shelter's Web page that are said to be “on hold” are not yet cleared for adoption.

To fill out an adoption application online visit http://www.co.lake.ca.us/Government/Directory/Animal_Care_And_Control/Adopt/Dog___Cat_Adoption_Application.htm .

Lake County Animal Care and Control is located at 4949 Helbush in Lakeport, next to the Hill Road Correctional Facility.

Office hours are Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday. The shelter is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Visit the shelter online at http://www.co.lake.ca.us/Government/Directory/Animal_Care_And_Control.htm .

For more information call Lake County Animal Care and Control at 707-263-0278.

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