Eight Million Pets are Homeless in America

A survey by PetSmart Charities found that only 29% of the 3,000 Americans surveyed knew about pet homelessness, and 75% guessed there are less than one million homeless pets in the country, while the number is actually closer to eight million.


PetSmart Charities has created the People Saving Pets movement to help the efforts of local animal welfare organizations, and to bring awareness to the animal rescue cause. People Saving Pets provides information and online tools to help work towards the goal of ending pet homelessness.

Check out this article and the People Saving Pets website for more information - and spread the word!

Links to Pet Trust information

50 pets are euthanized every hour in U.S. animal shelters because their owners died and did not make arrangements for their continued care.

This tragedy is easily prevented with a Pet Trust, a legal agreement that provides for the care and maintenance of a pet in the event of its owner's death or disability.

There are many online resources available to educate yourself on Pet Trusts. Please visit them and make the important decision to create one for your animal.

• BlueMoon Meadows: information on planning for your pet
• EstatePlanningLawFirms.com: search for attorneys by zip code
• Estate Planning for Non-Human Family Members
  
• The Law Office of Carol Ryder, PC: well-versed in Pet Trusts and able to give advice
• Estate Planning Tools for Owners of Companion or Service Animals and Pets

Two cats need homes - please help

We have two wonderful cats who are still looking for homes.

Adorable Merlin is 2-3 years old and best as an only cat. He is neutered, healthy and has all his shots and vaccines. Merlin will be your best friend once he gets to know you!


Rosie is spayed and looking to join a calm, loving home:


We really need your help, so please spread the word and contact All Sentient Beings if you can help: 212-642-8219 / wellbeings77@gmail.com

Toto

Meet Toto, a sweet, beautiful 7-year-old cat. She loves curling up next to her owner and might even venture onto your lap, depending on her mood! She is happy to be petted and to sleep next to you. She's a bit vocal, especially when you first get home - she likes to talk! Her owner had to give her up because of extreme allergies and is broken-hearted about it. Don't miss this chance to have a calm, loving companion and friend.

Precious

Precious is six-years-old, healthy, has tested negative for any problem conditions and is spayed. She is ready to go to a new, loving home. Precious was mistreated by her original owners, but her foster mom has made her feel healthy and happy. She would be best as an only cat, possibly with a kitten or gentle animal companion.

For further information, visit: www. AnimalLoversNetwork.org to fill out an adoption application.

Great cat resources

Catster, "the most helpful online source for all things cat related," is one of our favorite resources. Make sure to check out:

The Cat's Meow - the cats and kittens blog

The Daily Cat Tip - health and care advice

Snuzzy - a humorous animal blog

Picture of Kittens - a huge collection of great photos

We need your help!!

We have three great cats who still need homes!


Lily (above) is two-years-old.

Rudie and Felix (below) are about four and a half.



Please contact us ASAP if you can help, and pass this along!

212-642-8219
wellbeings77@gmail.com

Still need a home for Merlin!

We are still looking for a home for Merlin, an adorable little fellow, who is neutered, healthy, has all his shots/vaccines and tested negative. He is about 2-3 years old and is best as an only cat. He loves people and will be your best friend after he gets to know you!

Sweet Allegra looking for a home

8-year-old Allegra is a healthy and happy cat who loves people. She is spayed and looking for a home where she can be the only cat or among kittens.

Contact All Sentient Beings if you can help! 212-642-8219

Homemade Pet Food!

A recent New York Times article profiled pet owners who are increasingly making homemade, organic meals for their dogs and cats. One New York woman, Barbara Laino, runs workshops on healthy eating for both humans and their pets. She says, "We know processed foods are wrong for us. It has to be wrong for them. If you can feed yourself healthily and your children, then you can feed your pets healthily, too. It really isn’t that hard.”

Some experts have warned that homemade pet meals can lack necessary nutrients and calories, so talk to your vet before starting your pet on homemade food.

Rosie looking for a good home

Rosie is spayed and ready to join a calm, loving home!



Contact us if you can offer your home or know someone who can help: 212-642-8219 / wellbeings77@gmail.com

Hazardous Hiding Places for Cats

Both stray cats and those with homes like to find warm places to hide, especially during winter. Catster points out some of the most hazardous places to be aware of, especially if you have a kitten:



-Under the hood of a parked car
-Dishwasher
-Washer/dryer
-Wood stove
-Reclining chair

Check out Catster's blog post for the rest.