By now it’s well-known science that owning a pet can help reduce blood pressure and abate loneliness. So it seems a no-brainer that, for health reasons, folks should take advantage of the upcoming free feline adoption weekend, August 12-13. Five area organizations are participating in the event, which they’ve deemed The Real Housecats of Santa Barbara.
• ASAP, 5473 Overpass Rd., Goleta, (805) 683-3368
• La Paws, 1501 W. Central Ave., Lompoc, (805) 737-7755