Maxi's Story

Maxi was rescued by the Morton Grove Police Department during the 2021 holiday season. They brought him to Wright-Way hoping we could find him a home. He was accepted into our adoption program, went to foster, and was soon adopted by a Chicago family. Recently Maxi repaid his owner’s kindness by saving her life.

Maxi's owner noticed him behaving “strangely” in the laundry room. He had knocked over some items and was meowing “more than normal.” She initially brushed it off as him being silly and went about her day. Maxi became increasingly demanding and vocal and refused to leave the laundry room. His owner finally realized that Maxi was trying to draw her attention to a strange smell. She immediately called the gas company. Soon after they arrived, they confirmed a serious gas leak! Maxi and his owner safely evacuated their home while the leak was repaired. Had Maxi not alerted his owner with his “strange” behavior, they very possibly might not have found the leak in time.

At Wright-Way Rescue, we believe that animals make us better people. Thank you for allowing us to bring help and hope to so many. Your donations go straight to work saving the lives of homeless animals who need us most. Thank you for your generosity as we go into the New Year ready to save so many more who are waiting for help to arrive.