Safe Haven for Cats is, like many of us, experiencing some of its most difficult financial times ever. It has certainly been a domino effect for us as many people no longer have the money to care for their pets or cannot afford to have them spayed or neutered. On average, we get six cats or kittens abandoned at our shelter or clinic EACH WEEK. Adoptions are down. Donations are down.
We truly try to never turn away anyone. We have recently been helping an elderly pet owner who simply became overwhelmed caring for cats - also reproducing rapidly. We have thus far taken in 20 of her cats, and expect 10 more in the coming days. We have more cats and kittens now than ever before.
Our spay/neuter clinic is usually booked weeks ahead, not only by petowners, but with the cats that we take in who are abandoned or orphaned. That's right - every animal at SHFC receives complete medical attention, spay/neuter, food, bedding, interaction with people and other cats, and the safety of a roof over their head each and every day.
The cost of providing all of these services is tremendous. Our spay/neuter clinic offers low cost (only $75) sterilization to help control the pet population and to ensure that every animal has a home. Thanks to the dedicated vet, staff, and volunteers, those goals are closer just a little bit every day. Our adoption center and our cats are maintained by crews of volunteers donating their time as cleaners, adoption counselors, soecial event personnel, office helpers and spokespeople.
WHAT CAN YOU DO?
1. Spread the word about SHFC. Send us your friend requests, share your stories on our Facebook or MySpace page, or tell your friends.
2. Volunteer. If you have time, we have a variety of times we could use some help. You don't have to commit to every day or every week - just when you have some free time.
3. Donate items. Our wish list is located at http://www.safehavenforcats.org/supplies.html#wishlist.
4. Donate to our upcoming fundraiser - WE'RE HAVING AN AUCTION! Details are here: http://www.safehavenforcats.org/auction.html
5. Donate money. There are two easy ways - sponsor a cat (http://www.safehavenforcats.org/sponsor.html) or consider an automatic bank draft (http://www.safehavenforcats.org/donate.html#autodraft) for as little as $5 a month. It's fast, easy, and secure, AND you can change or cancel your donation at any time.
6. ADOPT!!
Please keep us in your thoughts as we continue to protect the cats and kittens through these difficult times.
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
From our happy pet families.....
"Lulu is “just a delight” and is adjusting very well. She’s very affectionate and talkative and loves to play with feather toys. Bella, the resident cat, is slowly adjusting to having a newcomer in the household but we believe with a little more time they will come to an understanding and reach a good place."
"We could not be happier with Lily (she looked more like a Lily than a Tambourine to us). She is a wonderful little kitty. We found a vet we liked right near us in Brier Creek (the Animal Hospital). They treat Lily very well and told us she is a healthy cat. She is definitely spoiled; she has more toys than one kitty should have. She sleeps with us every night and likes to wake us up in the morning. One thing she does I have never seen another cat do...she plays fetch! She will bring one of her toys to us and wait for us to throw it.
She is definitely great company to have around. We are so glad that we decided to adopt from SAFE Haven and feel very lucky that we ended up with Lily.”
"Trixie was very shy (hiding under the covers or the couch) and didn't eat much the first two or three weeks after I brought her home. Then she came out of her shell! She's out almost all of the time, has a great appetite, and is very frisky and playful! Her favorite toy is the cat dancer, which she sometimes chases around the condo in the wee hours of the morning. :)
We've formed a wonderful bond, and I'm so glad I adopted her. She's great company and provides endless entertainment.
Thanks so much for the great service you provide!”
"Duffett (a.k.a. Mittens) is doing wonderful. She has adjusted wonderfully to our family and my children love her (she's spoiled rotten). She also has a new best friend (our Maltese). They get along so good and are fun to watch together.”
"Sebeka, now Bella, is doing very well in her new home. She has put on a little weight and is very social. We had a party last weekend and Bella loved meeting and interacting with the guests. She is exactly what we were looking for."
"We could not be happier with Lily (she looked more like a Lily than a Tambourine to us). She is a wonderful little kitty. We found a vet we liked right near us in Brier Creek (the Animal Hospital). They treat Lily very well and told us she is a healthy cat. She is definitely spoiled; she has more toys than one kitty should have. She sleeps with us every night and likes to wake us up in the morning. One thing she does I have never seen another cat do...she plays fetch! She will bring one of her toys to us and wait for us to throw it.
She is definitely great company to have around. We are so glad that we decided to adopt from SAFE Haven and feel very lucky that we ended up with Lily.”
"Trixie was very shy (hiding under the covers or the couch) and didn't eat much the first two or three weeks after I brought her home. Then she came out of her shell! She's out almost all of the time, has a great appetite, and is very frisky and playful! Her favorite toy is the cat dancer, which she sometimes chases around the condo in the wee hours of the morning. :)
We've formed a wonderful bond, and I'm so glad I adopted her. She's great company and provides endless entertainment.
Thanks so much for the great service you provide!”
"Duffett (a.k.a. Mittens) is doing wonderful. She has adjusted wonderfully to our family and my children love her (she's spoiled rotten). She also has a new best friend (our Maltese). They get along so good and are fun to watch together.”
"Sebeka, now Bella, is doing very well in her new home. She has put on a little weight and is very social. We had a party last weekend and Bella loved meeting and interacting with the guests. She is exactly what we were looking for."
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