Kristen De Groot, Author at Valley News

In this Thursday, Oct. 5, 2017 photo, Spike who is up for adoption as a working cat looks out from its cage at the Animal Care and Control Team of Philadelphia (ACCT) facility in Philadelphia. The program places cats who have behavioral challenges with non-traditional homes such as factories and stores and their presence have helped control the rodent population on a property. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

Ornery Shelter Cats Get New Chance as Working Mousers

by Kristen De Groot Associated PressOctober 28, 2017

Philadelphia — Gary wasn’t used to being around people. He didn’t like being touched or even looked at. If anyone came too close, he’d lash out.He was perfect for the job. Because at the Working Cats program, no manners is no problem.Philadelphia’s…