NC State Capitol Police Rescue Kittens!

Apr 20, 2022 | News

These kittens are safe thanks to the quick thinking of a bystander and the State Capitol Police! Now we need your help caring for them!

WRAL shared the story about these 3 adorable kittens.

The 4-week-old kittens – Cole, Olson and Mayabb – are safe in a SAFE Haven foster home until they are ready for adoption after they turn 10 weeks old. Our cat care staff named the kittens after their guardian angels, the police officer who saved them, and the sweet bystander that called the police.

Despite their harrowing adventure on Monday, the triplets are doing well, but kittens this young are fragile. They’ll need bottle feeding and care from the foster family and our cat care staff.

Donating ensures we can care for these babies, and we can say YES when our community calls. SAFE Haven is the Triangle’s trusted caretaker of our community’s cats. We can only say YES because of your support. Please donate today to honor Cole, Olson, Mayabb and all the cats who need our care.

Photo: Elizabeth Elliott

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Start your bidding!

Apr 8, 2022 | News

The Tuxedo Cat Ball Auction for 2022 is open! From gorgeous paintings to exciting experiences, from treats for your cat to treats for yourself, there’s something for everyone to bid on. Click here to take a look at all of the items up for auction and start your bidding. All proceeds will help our kitties!

The Cat Chronicle – April 2022

Apr 7, 2022 | The Cat Chronicle

Place Your Bids Starting Tomorrow!

April 8 is the first day to place your bid on one of the amazing items we have available at Tuxedo Cat Ball. From beautiful paintings from local artists to sports memorabilia to fine jewelry, there’s an item to catch everyone’s eye. So take a look at the available items and start picking out your favorites!

Help Cats + Win Big

While you’re getting your tickets to join us for Tuxedo Cat Ball, don’t forget to grab raffle tickets. You might win $1,000! You must be present to win.

Easter Plants Mean Poison

Lilies are a beautiful part of the Easter holiday but for your cat, they mean danger. All it takes is one drink of water from a vase of cut lilies for your furry friend to suffer. Learn more about these beautiful but deadly plants.

Other plants to look out for include azaleas, baby’s breath, and daffodils. Here’s a helpful list of plants to look out for so your kitty can stay safe and healthy.

Save the Date

April 10, 2022: Unleashed’s Spring Fling, NC State Fairgrounds
April 17, 2022: Closed for Easter Sunday
April 22, 2022: Closed for Tuxedo Cat Ball
April 22, 2022: Tuxedo Cat Ball
May 1, 2022: Volunteer Information Session
May 7, 2022: Apex Peakfest

SHOW YOUR LOVE FOR CATS WITH A DONATION!

The Scratching Post: April 2022

Mar 21, 2022 | News, The Scratching Post

Message from Pam Miller, Founder & President:

Dear SAFE Haven family,

I always enjoy writing our Spring Newsletter because it gives me the opportunity to report back to you—our most cherished supporters —on our lifesaving progress for the first seven months of our fiscal year from July 1, 2021 to January 31, 2022. AND after a two year absence, I am able to talk about our fantastic, upcoming 17th Annual Tuxedo Cat Ball!

The Great News is:

- The expansion of SAFE Haven and SAFE Care (completed mid-2020) is working to save many more lives, just the way we planned.
- We are adopting nearly 100 cats per MONTH! Even more than before the pandemic. This is 22 MORE per month than prior to our expansion.
- We are spaying and neutering 425 cats and 40 dogs a MONTH in the SAFE Care low cost spay/neuter clinic. Before the expansion, this was 158 per month.
- Pet Food Pantry distributions to needy cats and dogs are up 20%.
- Volunteers are back to pre-COVID levels donating over $300K per year in service. I just counted the volunteers from last week – 121 people volunteered in the last seven days!
- The sterilization of feral cats in the SAFE Care Clinic has increased 50% (656 in the last seven months!)

But these facts are for your head. And although they are important and demonstrate our impact, the reason we all work with, volunteer for, support, and adopt from SAFE Haven is because of our hearts. Because of the love we have for animals and our desire to see them safe, well fed, warm, and loved. That is what SAFE Haven is really about—love. Thank you for expressing that love in everything you do for the kitties.

With much gratitude for you,
Pamela Miller
Founder & President

Click on the image above to read or download this issue of The Scratching Post.

The Cat Chronicle – March 2022

Mar 3, 2022 | The Cat Chronicle

Spay-ghetti & No Balls is Back

There are only 2 days left to help us snip pet overpopulation! During our Spay-ghetti & No Balls fundraiser, donate $10+ and you’ll get two super-secret SAFE Haven recipes so you can enjoy our pasta dinner at home. All you have to do is add “Spay-ghetti” in the Additional Comments box on the donation form by March 5. Donate now and start cooking!

Early Birds Help the Cats

The Early Bird deadline for Tuxedo Cat Ball tickets is fast approaching. After March 11, ticket prices increase by $20. Act now to get your night of fun, food and helping cats at a discounted rate. We can wait to see you on April 22! Get all the info on the ball here.

Our Cats Scored a Touchdown!

Did you catch Sunny on last month’s PUPPY BOWL? This sweet angel found her fur-ever home as did so many other kitties. Thank you to everyone who sponsored a cat like Sunny, ensuring they get the care and coaching needed to find their families!

The Difference We’re Making

Because of your support and the dedication of our staff and volunteers, we’ve been able to do so much in the last 8 months!

804 cats have been adopted.
SAFE Care Spay/Neuter Clinic has performed 3,389 spay/neuter surgeries.
84 cats have found homes thanks to Purr Cup Cafe.
We’ve sterilized 698 feral cats, reducing overpopulation.
Volunteers have given 5,620 hours of their time to help our cats.
The Pet Food Pantry has distributed 12,548 pounds of food to our community members in need.

And there’s so much more to do. Follow us on Facebook to get the latest information on how you can help!

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