Congressman Gerry Connolly has a house full of animals that include a cat, dog and a 40 year old parrot. Photos courtesy of the Humane Society of Fairfax
The Humane Society of Fairfax (www.hsfc.org) had two special visitors over the holiday come spend time with the animals. Both of them are animal supporters and have been instrumental in pushing animal welfare initiatives in Fairfax. Congressman Gerry Connolly has a house full of animals that include a cat, dog and a 40 year old parrot. Chairman Bulova has two cats in her family now and has always had felines in her home. They both expressed their understanding of the special bond that families have with their companion animals and the important role that animals play in providing comfort especially for senior citizens. Bulova was very appreciative of the Humane Society’s Pet Food Pantry and the temporary assistance that is provided to families that have fallen on hard times. Without the assistance many families would have to face the painful decision of perhaps having to give up their cat or dog, but with the help of the Pantry they can continue to have their pets included in their families. Donations from the local community provide so much of the assistance. Congressman Connolly continues to receive the highest rating in Animal Welfare legislation in the many bills that he champions in Congress. He was delighted that the Humane Society has a robust community (feral) cat program that plays a critical role in the community by spaying or neutering and vaccinating cats thereby reducing the population of cats who live their lives outside and are cared for by wonderful caregivers.