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Welcome!
Feline Rescue is an all volunteer, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in northern Sonoma County where there is a high percentage of economically disadvantaged residents. Pet cats, often not spayed or neutered, are abandoned with alarming frequency due, in growing part, to the declining economy and skyrocketing foreclosures and evictions. We also have a burgeoning number of "roaming" feral or semi-feral cats, also not spayed or neutered.
There are absolutely no institutional services available for cats in need in our area. There is no local shelter, no contract with Sonoma County for cats, and no local city services for injured or ill cats. We are a "shelter without walls" and "animal control with a heart," operating with a tiny budget and no paid staff or administrative overhead.
Featured Cat of the Week!
Maitake
DOB(Approx): 6/20/10
Sex: Female
Breed Mix: DSH Black and White
Spayed, microchipped, vaccinated, complete vet exam
Meet Matitake, a sweet, petite black and white bi-color Tuxedo. She is simply beautiful with delicate features, lots of white in her coat and beautiful light green eyes. Her coat is silky, smooth, a little longer than a short coat, very easy care. Maitake has a beautiful face with a thin mane that frames her face. Very pretty. Her tail is very long and slightly fluffier than the rest of her. She often gets compliments from new people who meet her.
Maitake and her six newborn kittens were rescued from a high risk area....no food or shelter. One of our dedicated volunteers scooped up the little feline family at midnight, and another volunteer drove them to their foster home where Maitake could finally begin to relax! She has grown from a thin, frightened cat to a healthy little girl who purrs appreciation for her new life. Maitake's kittens (the "Mushroom Litter") have all been adopted, and Maitake is still waiting. (It's been five months since she was rescued!)
Maitake is now in a new foster home with feline buddy "Faline," and Maitake seems to know who she is and what she wants (and doesn't want), which helps us understand what "forever" home will be right for her. Her routine is quite simple: lots of naps, short bursts of playtime with Faline, occasional "lap cuddles" with foster mom and, of course, meal time.
Her foster mom writes: "Maitake is still wary of new people, but she's trusting and affectionate with me and anyone she comes to know well. She's not a "one size fits all instant pet," but who wants that? Maitake is her own unique self, and she's a delight. She gently head butts and purrs loudly, hops into my lap....and continues to blossom. She's do best in a quiet home with a devoted human or two....has no interest in children......would love to be adopted with sweet Faline (also posted)."
Foster mom continues: "Maitake is shy with new people and in the first week will need someone who understands this. She becomes comfortable quickly. She deserves such a good home and it's hard to get so few calls for her. She deserves a chance, too.
Maitake is very special and has a great personality, handles living with two lively Chihuahuas (one she hisses at, the other she greets happily with head-butts and purrs). She has wonderful litter box manners and free feeds on a good quality kibble. She does love wet food, but that's usually only for treats and special occasions. We've been waiting for a long time to place this kitty, but we're still hoping the 'perfect' family is just right around the corner."
Contact: Meagan 415-246-4347
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