Dozens of Cats Need Homes After Owner's Passing

Following the recent passing of Candace Park, a dedicated cat advocate in Port Orange, a local animal rescue is facing the immense task of finding homes for 55 cats. Park, who succumbed to breast cancer, was a well-known figure in the community for her years of dedication to stray and community cats. Her passing has created a significant challenge for Furry Nation Salvation, the organization now caring for the animals.

Most of the cats are friendly, have been spayed or neutered, and are vaccinated, making them adoptable. For the more feral or less social cats, arrangements have been made to transport them over 1,800 miles to a cat sanctuary in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This significant journey is planned for later this month using a rented cargo van.

Furry Nation Salvation hopes Park's story will raise awareness about available resources for pet owners. They offer a free pet rehoming assistance program for fixed animals. Additionally, Volusia County residents can access no-cost Trap-Neuter-Return services, emphasizing that organizations and volunteers are ready to help those in need.