Article posted Thursday, January 30, 2014 2:57pm

The frigid temperatures of our Door County winters take their toll on exposed flesh, and cats are especially at risk. In February 2012, Nickles came into the Humane Society as a stray from Kangaroo Beach Road in Baileys Harbor. This longhaired, orange and white tabby boy suffered frostbite on his ears, losing most of the right ear as a result. Now he requires a solution to be applied daily to keep the area clean and prevent ear infections.

Nickles is a gentle soul, placid and content to be an observer from a warm spot on a perch. He is between seven and nine years old, needing an adopter who understands his special needs.

The Door County Humane Society, located at 3475 Park Drive (County PD – the road to Potawatomi State Park) in Sturgeon Bay, is open for adoption Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from noon – 4 pm. For more information call 920.746.1111 or visit dooranimals.com.

The Snowmobile Poker Run on Feb. 8 will raise funds to care for special needs animals at the shelter. Call the Door County Humane Society at 920.746.1111 to join the fun or for more information.