The Cat Sanctuary
Dr. Pat McSweeney and Mrs. Beverly McSweeney have built a sanctuary for cats in their own property. It’s a second house on their land where abandoned cats roam, play, and are cared for. And while some of these wonderful felines are adopted by caring families, others become permanent fixtures of the McSweeney household. If you’re lucky, you might even see one at the hospital!
Underdogs
Our Underdogs are the incredible canines who we have found after they have been abandoned. We give them love, care, companionship, and they are currently thriving at our hospital. You’re likely to meet a few of them during your visit with us!
Beyond Katrina
After Hurricane Katrina hit in 2005, Dr. McSweeney ventured out to rescue clients’ animals on a boat that is now retired and symbolically tied to the railing in front of the practice. Days were spent looking for pets, reuniting them with their families and then heading out to search for more. Katrina hit Dr. McSweeney and Beverly, too—they were left homeless and spent their nights on the hospital floor along with their family pets and the approximately 30 cats from their sanctuary. You can read more about the McSweeneys’ post-Katrina efforts here.