The Last Post is a large, private animal sanctuary, situated on thirty-five acres in rural Connecticut. The sanctuary is home to more than 200 cats, along with a variety of other domestic animals. The Last Post's primary purpose is to provide a safe, home-like surrounding for animals whose previous guardians have died or entered nursing homes. Animals are left to the Last Post in wills, or special arrangements are made by people no longer able to care for their friends. Most of the animals at Last Post are up for adoption, unless previous guardians stipulate otherwise. All animals who are not adopted live out their natural lives at the sanctuary.