January 28, 2025

Greenhill Humane Society Recovers Thirty-One Cats Following Springfield Animal Control Hoarding and Abandonment Case

Some of the cats are available for adoption with more becoming available in the coming week

LANE COUNTY, OREGON – (January 28, 2025) – Over the course of nine days, a team from Greenhill Humane Society partnered with Springfield Animal Control to safely transport thirty-one cats to the shelter from a local hoarding and neglect situation. The cats were all abandoned in a rented Springfield townhome.

“All of these cats came in with a range of health issues, with the more serious conditions resulting from malnutrition. We are working to provide them with the care and treatment they need,” said Ashley Lalan, Greenhill’s Feline Program Manager. “They all have warmed up to our team and are extremely friendly, outgoing cats. Adoptive families will find that after a little bit of time and trust building, there will be a loyal bond.”

All thirty-one cats came in with dirty coats, were malnourished, and covered in fleas. Greenhill staff provided vaccinations, parasite treatment, necessary medical care, and a proper diet to bring the cats to good health. Adopters will be provided with further medical information to allow proper care to be continued in the future.

Currently, nine of the cats have been adopted, five have been placed on an adoption hold, and eight are up for adoption.  The remaining cats will become available for adoption in the coming weeks. The age of the cats ranges from 3 months to 1.5 years old. While some of the cats are initially shy, many are very sweet and affectionate. Six of the cats are available for adoption as barn cats, meaning they are fearful of interacting with people and would thrive by having “work” to do. Over time, these cats may become more social with their caregivers and may enjoy the company of other cats and animals too. Adopting a barn cat is a safe way to control the rodent population on one’s property or business. Barn cats are looking for a safe, independent living setting like a barn, warehouse, garage, or other secured outdoor structure. Their family will need to provide daily care with food, water, and medical attention.

The Springfield Police Department and Springfield Animal Control are greatly appreciative of Greenhill Humane Society’s continued support and their commitment to our community’s animals.

People interested in adopting these cats can visit Greenhill’s website (www.green-hill.org) or visit the shelter between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. If two of these cats get adopted together, they will have $20 off each adoption fee (working barn cats are not included in the adoption special).

People can also support the care of these cats and others like them with a donation at https://www.green-hill.org/donate. Click here to donate.

To learn more about Greenhill Humane Society or see all the animals up for adoption, visit www.green-hill.org.

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About Greenhill Humane Society

Greenhill Humane Society has been caring for animals in Lane County since 1944. It is a private, non-profit organization that relies on charitable donations. Greenhill is located at 88530 Green Hill Road in Eugene. We envision a world in which all animals are treated with compassion and respect. In 2024, Greenhill assisted 5,942 animals through our life-saving programs. Greenhill dogs, cats, and rabbits are spayed or neutered prior to adoption, receive recommended vaccinations, and are microchipped. To learn more visit www.green-hill.org and follow on Facebook, InstagramX, and TikTok.