The third annual Parks and Paws was held at Goose Creek State Park on May 4th from 10:00-2:00 and once again Paws and Love was there!! And so was Miss Kitty!! Who is Miss Kitty Watson?? She is a super sleuth who tracks down feral cats in need! Miss Kitty Watson came to Parks and Paws to help us learn about the role of “Trap Neuter Release” (TNR) in keeping our community cats healthy and safe.
Paws and Love Board members Bryan Grisham and Barbara Jones offered a TNR workshop with the support of volunteers Nina and Leonie Maiorana. Barbara shared the importance of TNR to care for community cats while Bryan and Nina demonstrated how TNR works using a motorized car – driven by a little kitty – who entered the traps in search of food! Lots of people wanted to see if they could catch the crafty little kitty! Leonie share the Tortorella Foundation’s “Meet Miss Kitty Watson Word Search” activities so that everyone could learn even more about TNR. This fun and educational demonstration was a highlight of the day! Parks and Paws is hosted annually by the Humane Society of Beaufort County and Goose Creek State Park along with other animal loving organizations. In addition to the Paws and Love TNR master class, Leonie and Nina hosted a face painting table for “cat-faces and ears” to ensure that there were plenty of friendly and feral kitties roaming the park. Barbara gave away cat shelters made out of coolers so people could offer protection (and warmth in the winter) to their outside kitties. Leonie set-up and manned the donations table and talked with visitors about the Paws and Love Sanctuary kitties. It was a busy and fun day filled with learning with lots of Paws and Love!
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The John and Christina Tortorella Foundation is committed to giving back to their community, supporting organizations and individuals who strive to improve the lives of children and animals. (https://www.tortorellafoundation.org/). The Tortorella family has been a generous supporter of Paws and Love for many years. Their most recent grant provided $3,000 to assist with a much-needed facilities upgrade at the Sanctuary. These funds were used to:
We are grateful to the Tortorella Foundation for the work they do to make the world a better place. Their support has made one small corner of the world, the Paws and Love Sanctuary, a much safer place to live! We appreciate being a Tortorella partner in making a difference! January 23rd was a night to remember! The Starlight Café and Farm partnered with Paws and Love for our first ever charity night! Starlight donated $800 to support the work of Paws and Love and restaurant patron’s joined together to offer an additional $291.51. The kitties really appreciated the help and everyone who attended had a great time! Starlight Cafe was started in downtown Greenville in 2000 by Susan and Alan Boutilier. Their son, Tobias Boutilier, is the Executive Chef. Kelly Boutilier is the General Manager, and Pietro Maiorana is the master bartender. Starlight Farm and Gardens are just 7 short minutes from the restaurant; providing the freshest produce, meat and eggs. The farm is run ethically, sustainably and organically with heritage breeds that are raised with love and care. The Starlight is family owned and operated. Their goal is to provide patrons with fresh, local, seasonal produce from their own farm, while also supporting other local farmers and fishermen in the area. Paws and Love is grateful for the support of the Starlight! Please visit and have a great meal!! Starlight hours: Tuesday - Thursday Dinner 5:30-9:00; Friday and Saturday 5:30 – 10:00 (the Starlight Bar is open Tuesday – Saturday 5:30 – 9:00) Starlight Café and Farm, 104 W. 5th Street, Greenville, NC 27858. (252) 707-9033. https://www.starlightcafeandfarm.com/ Pearl's story is nothing short of miraculous. Found in the middle of the road by a compassionate soul, she was whisked away from danger and into the loving arms of our rescue team. Despite her petite size, Pearl's spirit shines bright. We wasted no time in getting her the help she needed. Thanks to our incredible veterinarian, she received immediate attention, starting her journey to recovery the very next day. Pearl's journey hasn't been easy. From an underdeveloped left eye to battling upper respiratory issues and even a pesky yeast infection in her ear, she's faced it all with unwavering bravery. But here's the best part—despite the challenges, Pearl is thriving! This little dynamo is a bundle of joy, purring her way into our hearts and showing us all what resilience truly means. At just 4-5 months old and weighing a mere 2.2 pounds, Pearl proves that size doesn't dictate strength. Every day, she's making strides, eagerly awaiting cuddles and playtime with her newfound friends. We're overjoyed to see her transformation unfold and can't wait to share her progress with all of you. Stay tuned for more updates on Pearl's journey to health and happiness! Look at this Floof!! This is Buzz, an orange fluffball of a kitty, who has been living with us since February 2019. He showed up at our sanctuary a couple weeks after another resident's arrival, Woody, so we named him accordingly. Both have called the sanctuary home ever since!
Buzz was estimated to be a young adult when he showed up here, so he's approximately 6 years now. He's quite the handsome young man, tempting everyone to come over and pet him - but he does not stick around for those activities as he prefers the feral life, which is quite alright with us! It's Buzz's birthday this month and we would LOVE to find a virtual adopter for him. Will you be the one to give the gift of monthly support for this handsome boy? To virtually adopt and/or to learn more, click here. **Every week, we highlight a sanctuary cat in need of a virtual adopter. A virtual adopter is a monthly donor through our Fund-A-Feral program who helps cover the costs of their chosen cat's care such as food, enrichment, and necessary vetting for as little as $10/month!**
Yesterday was a BIG TNR day and it's all thanks to the help of many. A total of 24 cats were spayed/neutered and vaccinated!
We have been waiting a few months to be able to TNR a cat colony that was originally estimated to be around 15-18 cats. Larger colonies can be hard to do a few at a time since previously TNRed cats can get into the traps and set them off - scaring off the harder-to-trap cats. Which is why we try to get these colonies done on a day that is dedicated just to them so we can get as many cats trapped and fixed as possible to reduce this likelihood. While out trapping, we found out that the true number of this colony is closer to 25! However, we were successful in trapping 20 of them. And we will provide assistance in getting the remaining few TNRed. Our dedicated trapper in Aurora, Barb Jones, assisted with the planning, organization, and trapping (She also brought in some cats from Aurora on the same day, which is why our total is 24. We are amazed at all she is able to do!) The caretaker did a great job preparing the cats for TNR day through acclimation and feeding schedules. She also assisted in trapping - making our job a lot easier! We always LOVE having caretakers help out since the cats are accustomed to them. Then there is Erin Massie, who teaches at Washington High School, who joined in, along with her students, to help too! And we most certainly could not have had such a huge day without Dr. Poffenberger offering to come in on one of her days off to host a mini-clinic for us at Pamlico Animal Hospital. We love our little rescue community. We can always use more volunteers who are interested in doing TNR as well as donations to support the program. To donate, click here. To volunteer, please click here. 24 cats spayed/neutered! WOOHOO!!! This is Baby, pictured on the left, who came to us two years ago when she, and several other cats from a TNR location, were in an area that was no longer safe for them. They were not wanted on the property and were at risk of being trapped and dumped somewhere else (or killed!!). Thankfully we were able to take them into our sanctuary where they are now safe and spoiled rotten!
Initially when Baby came to us, she was very shy and timid. To provide more socialization time, she was moved into the office with other shy kitties and that was when she met her best friend, Libby! (shown on the right) Baby has really bonded with Libby and she has gradually come out of her shell thanks to their bond and our socialization with her. She has such a cute, little face and one of those precious tiny meows that will just melt your heart. To keep her and Libby healthy, they're both on a special diet, Purina Pro Plan OM (Overweight Management), which helps with Baby's weight and Libby's digestive issues. Will you virtually adopt this little cutie to help cover her care here at the sanctuary? Visit our Fund-A-Feral page here to virtually adopt and learn more about the program. **Every week, we highlight a sanctuary cat in need of a virtual adopter. A virtual adopter is a monthly sponsor through our Fund-A-Feral program who helps cover the costs of their chosen cat's care such as food, enrichment, and necessary vetting for as little as $10/month.** Meet Blackie, a wise and gentle soul who, at the age of 14, has embarked on a new chapter in her life. Blackie spent the past 14 years under the loving care of a wonderful guardian. However, circumstances have led her to the Paws and Love sanctuary where she is now discovering a world of compassion and understanding.
Blackie is a senior cat, and though she may be shy, her resilient spirit is evident as she explores her new environment, taking slow and deliberate steps to acquaint herself with the sanctuary and its feline residents. As she navigates this unfamiliar territory, she is gradually warming up to the company of other sanctuary kitties. We invite you to join our #FundaFeral program, where you can become a vital part of Blackie's journey by sponsoring her monthly needs. It costs an average of $50 per month to provide comprehensive care for a sanctuary cat like Blackie. Your contribution will go towards ensuring she has a safe shelter, nutritious meals, essential medical care, and an enriching and happy environment. Cats like Blackie find a forever home at the sanctuary, and sponsorship plays a crucial role in securing their well-being for life. By becoming Blackie's monthly sponsor, you're not only providing for her basic needs but also contributing to the creation of a loving and supportive sanctuary community. Join us in making a difference in Blackie's life and the lives of other sanctuary cats. Your support through #FundaFeral will not only bring comfort and joy to Blackie but also create a haven for senior cats to live out their golden years surrounded by love and care. Let's come together to ensure Blackie's twilight years are filled with warmth, compassion, and the security of a forever home. Become a sponsor today and be a part of Blackie's heartwarming journey at the sanctuary. If you would like to virtually adopt Blackie by becoming a Fund-A-Feral sponsor, please visit the page here. **Every week, we highlight a sanctuary cat in need of a virtual adopter. A virtual adopter is a monthly sponsor through our Fund-A-Feral program who helps cover the costs of their chosen cat's care such as food, enrichment, and necessary vetting for as little as $10/month.** We recently received 8 Kitty Tubes to provide warmth and shelter for the upcoming winter.
We have had a few of these for over 5 years and they are still in excellent condition whereas all of our wooden and cloth ones have fallen apart. We're very grateful to get more for our cats who love them! Thanks to several wonderful supporters who donated so that we could get them here. We appreciate you! |
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