FREE Probably going to Iraq. Need a little help.

I have an unusual request.

I am one of three people slotted to go to Iraq for 6 months. I would leave end of June to Camp LeJeune for one month training... then to Iraq for 6 months.

Potentially back in the States January 2010. I will know more on Monday. Feb 22nd. Detailer wants to talk to all candidates.

I have a cat (which I am not suppose to have) and some fish (which I am not suppose to have).

The tank is a 30 gallon fresh water setup (that I have as a coffee table)with african peacocks which I can donate to my local pet store.

However, I also have a fresh water "fire eel" which I do not want to give up if possible.

I am wondering if you know someone that could take in a cat for 7 months and/or someone that could at least add my eel fish to their tank (all the fish would be wonderful).

Due to the short time frame and numerous things I will need to do to prepare for Iraq ... I am trying to get a contingency plan for my animals in place.

I can pay a little something, but am mostly hoping to find a cat/fish lover who can help me out for about 7 months until I return home.

I live in Arlington Virginia.

She is 16 years old. A large (but small for her breed) grey colored spayed Maine Coon named "tibby". She is an inside cat. She has stayed with other cats before. Once for a whole year. Its rough in the beginning but in the end they seem to work it out. She is kinda a scaredy (sp?) cat. She runs away from people who come over unless I am right there re-assuring her. She also prefers a clean litterbox and has eaten the same dry food for 10 years. She is very talkative to me, but will probably sulk the whole time I am gone. I feel sad having to do this to her... hopefully someone can make her a nice home while I am gone.