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Maisey
Is your red carpet ready? Because Maisey is a leading lady in every way! This gorgeous girl will command attention whenever she enters a room. Click her picture to read more!
Adoption Tails #6: Ella Christine
Welcome to the sixth edition of Adoption Tails, our blog series that highlights YOUR pet’s story! Today we are telling the tale of sweet Ella Christine, from her mom Melanie’s purrspective. Read on! When did you adopt Ella Christine? I adopted her on June 4th, 2011. How old was Ella Christine when you adopted her,…
Adoption Tails #5: Jill
It’s that time again: time for another Adoption Tails! Today, in our fifth edition, we are tuning in to precious Jill’s story, as told by her dad, Brian. When did you adopt Jill? 2012. How old was Jill when you adopted her, and how old is she now? I believe she was around 2 years…
5 Ways to Help Your Kids and Cats Get Along
Whether you already have a cat and are planning on having a child, or you already have a child and want to adopt a cat, this blog post is for you. It’s no surprise that some kids get excited and are less-than-gentle around animals, and it’s equally expected for some cats to be timid, skittish…
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Shelter vs. Rescue: What’s the Difference?
Like any industry, when it comes to animal services, there are some concepts that are commonly misunderstood. One of the most prevalent misunderstood concepts is the difference between a rescue and a shelter. Shelter vs. Rescue … What’s the Difference? Simply put, an animal rescue organization is dedicated to pet adoption. Animal rescue groups take…
Pet Breast Cancer: What You Need to Know
It’s October! For many of us that means leaves are turning, the lattes are getting pumpkin spiced, and Halloween decorations are going up. For animal rescue folks, October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month – but that’s not what we’re here for today. Today we talk about October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Many of…
The Cuteness is in the Details
We’ve all seen those amazing purebred cats like the Scottish Fold, the Sphinx, and the Norwegian Forest Cat. They are beautiful and unique animals … and they are rarely seen in the world of cat rescue. Usually the cats we see at the overcrowded shelters are “plain” or “unremarkable” cats. They are often seen as…
Save the Date: Milltown Grand Opening!
The time is finally here! It’s time for the grand opening of our Milltown adoption center! The Nitty Gritty Who: You’re invited! And so are your friends, family and kids! What: We want to give you a warm welcome to our new adoption center. This grand opening/open house is free-of-charge and will feature: Facility tours…
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Milltown Adoption Center
From the Executive Director’s desk … It’s open!! People keep asking me how it feels … and I have to say, it feels surreal. After all this time planning, surreal is still the best word I have. After the six months of really hard work and uncertainty, surreal is still the word that comes up…
Pica in Cats: What to Know & How to Help
Picas in cats – what is it? And how can you help? Most cats love eating things like milk, tuna fish and more. But some cats enjoy eating things that aren’t food, like fabric and plastic bags. Simply put, pica is when non-food is consumed. The item of choice can vary, so be sure to…