activities · 18
what they do
direct service · 18
- Cat Adoption ProgramRuns an adoption program to find homes for adoptable cats from the sanctuary, hosting adoptable cats at Petco in Gilbert, AZ, and facilitating adoptions by appointment. The organization maintains public records of cat adoptions by year and accepts the return of adopted cats if adopters are unable to provide care.
- Cat Adoption ProgramRuns an adoption program to find homes for adoptable cats from the sanctuary, hosting adoptable cats at Petco in Gilbert, AZ, and facilitating adoptions by appointment. The organization maintains public records of adoptions by year, with annual intakes ranging from 41 to 121 cats and adoptions from 43 to 120 cats.
- Cat Adoption ProgramRuns an adoption program to find homes for adoptable cats from the sanctuary, hosting adoptable cats at Petco in Gilbert, AZ, and facilitating adoptions by appointment. The organization maintains public records of adoptions by year, with recent years showing intake and adoption numbers such as 121 intakes and 120 adoptions, or 117 intakes and 103 adoptions.
- Cat Socialization Services Neonatal and Foster Kitten Care ProgramProvides socialization services to help rebuild feline trust and confidence in people, thereby increasing their chances of adoption.
- Cat Socialization Services Neonatal and Foster Kitten Care ProgramOffers socialization services to rebuild feline trust and confidence in people, aiming to increase their chances of adoption.
- Community Cat Support and Education Feral Cat TNR and Colony ManagementAssists in urgent, at-risk cat situations by providing information, resources, and referrals to complementary organizations. The organization also provides education on pet abandonment, spaying/neutering, and creating healthy, enriching environments for companion cats.
- Community Cat Support and Education Feral Cat TNR and Colony ManagementAssists in urgent, at-risk cat situations by providing information, resources, and referrals to complementary organizations. The organization also educates the public on pet abandonment, spaying/neutering, and creating healthy, enriching environments for companion cats.
- Comprehensive Feline Medical Care Pre-Adoption Veterinary CareProvides comprehensive medical care for all cats in its programs, including spaying/neutering, feline leukemia and FIV testing, general health checks by a veterinarian, vaccinations, and critical care.
- Feline Socialization Services Neonatal and Foster Kitten Care ProgramProvides socialization services to rebuild feline trust and confidence in people, which increases their chances of adoption.
- Lifetime Care for Unadoptable Cats Special Needs & Senior Cat Sanctuary CareOffers lifetime care in a safe and fulfilling environment for cats deemed unadoptable due to behavioral or health issues, ensuring they have a permanent home within the sanctuary.
- Lifetime Care for Unadoptable CatsProvides lifetime care in a safe and fulfilling environment for cats deemed unadoptable due to behavioral or health issues.
- Lifetime Sanctuary and Return Policy Special Needs & Senior Cat Sanctuary CareGuarantees sanctuary or adoption placement for all accepted cats, providing lifetime care in a safe environment for those unadoptable due to behavioral or health issues. The organization also accepts the return of adopted cats if adopters are unable to provide care, ensuring the cats always have a home.
- Medical Care for Cats Pre-Adoption Veterinary CareProvides comprehensive medical care for cats in its programs, including spaying/neutering, feline leukemia and FIV testing, general health checks by a veterinarian, and vaccinations. This also includes critical care for cats.
- Medical Care for Cats Pre-Adoption Veterinary CareProvides comprehensive medical care for cats in its programs, including spaying/neutering, feline leukemia and FIV testing, general health checks by a veterinarian, and vaccinations. This also includes critical care for cats as needed.
- No-Kill Cat Rescue and Sanctuary Operation Special Needs & Senior Cat Sanctuary CareOperates a no-kill, cage-free cat rescue and sanctuary in Gilbert, AZ, providing shelter for vulnerable cats at risk from unhealthy environments or human harm. The sanctuary houses over 50 cats with indoor and outdoor areas, and guarantees sanctuary or adoption placement for all accepted cats.
- No-Kill Cat Rescue and Sanctuary Operation Special Needs & Senior Cat Sanctuary CareOperates a cage-free, no-kill cat rescue and sanctuary in Gilbert, AZ, housing over 50 cats in indoor and outdoor areas. The organization rescues cats at risk from unhealthy environments or human harm and provides guaranteed sanctuary or adoption placement.
- No-Kill Cat Rescue and Sanctuary Operation Special Needs & Senior Cat Sanctuary CareOperates a no-kill, cage-free cat rescue and sanctuary in Gilbert, AZ, providing shelter and care for vulnerable cats, including those at risk from unhealthy environments or human harm. The sanctuary houses over 50 cats with indoor and outdoor areas.
- Post-Adoption Support Neonatal and Foster Kitten Care ProgramAccepts the return of adopted cats if the adopter is unable to provide care, ensuring the cats always have a home with the organization.
strategies · 14
how they think
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- Adoption Transparency and Community Engagement adoption_transparencyThe organization uses public platforms, such as adoption galleries, to document and share successful adoptions, fostering transparency and engaging the community in its mission.
- Adoption Transparency and Outreach adoption_transparencyThe organization uses public adoption galleries to document and share successful cat adoptions, serving as a method for outreach and demonstrating transparency in its work.
- Adoption Transparency and Outreach adoption_transparencyThe organization uses public adoption galleries to document and share successful cat adoptions, which serves as a method for outreach and demonstrates transparency in its operations.
- Foster-Based Adoption Model foster-based adoptionThe organization utilizes a foster-based model for adoptions, often conducted at partner locations, to facilitate the placement of cats into permanent homes.
- Foster-Based Adoption Model foster-based adoptionThe organization utilizes a foster-based model for adoptions, facilitating the placement of cats into permanent homes through partnerships with retail locations like Petco.
- Foster-Based Adoption Model foster-based adoptionThe organization utilizes a foster-based model for adoptions, often conducted at public locations, to facilitate the placement of cats into permanent homes.
- Information Sharing for Lost and Found Pets information_sharingThe organization provides practical information and resources to individuals who have lost a cat or found a stray, aiming to facilitate reunions and responsible pet care.
- Information Sharing for Missing/Found Cats information_sharingThe organization provides useful information to the public regarding what to do when a cat is missing or found, aiming to assist in reuniting pets with their owners or finding new homes.
- No-Kill Philosophy no-kill philosophyThe organization adheres to a no-kill philosophy, believing that all cats are sentient beings deserving of respect and kindness, and therefore commits to rescuing and housing cats without euthanasia.
- No-Kill Philosophy no-kill philosophyThe organization operates under a no-kill philosophy, believing that all cats are sentient beings deserving of respect, kindness, and a chance at life, and therefore does not euthanize animals for space or convenience.
- No-Kill Philosophy no-kill philosophyThe organization operates under a no-kill philosophy, believing that cats are sentient beings deserving of respect and kindness, and is committed to rescuing and housing cats without euthanasia.
- Sanctuary-Based Lifelong Care and Overflow Outreach sanctuary-based care with overflow outreachThe organization provides lifelong care for cats within its sanctuary, particularly for feral and special needs cats, and actively seeks alternative solutions for at-risk cats when sanctuary capacity is limited.
- Sanctuary-Based Lifelong Care with Overflow Outreach sanctuary-based care with overflow outreachThe organization provides lifelong care for cats within its sanctuary, particularly for feral and special needs cats, and actively seeks alternative solutions for at-risk cats when sanctuary capacity is limited, ensuring no cat is left without options.
- Sanctuary-Based Lifelong Care with Overflow Outreach sanctuary-based care with overflow outreachThe organization provides lifelong care for cats within its sanctuary, particularly for feral and special needs cats, and actively seeks alternative solutions for at-risk cats when sanctuary capacity is limited.
named programs · 6
what they call their work
Adoption Program
Facilitates adoptions of rescued cats through screening, spay/neuter, vaccinations, and health checks; operates by appointment at Petco in Gilbert
Community Education
Educates the public on pet abandonment, spaying/neutering, and creating enriching environments for cats
Foster Program
Supports temporary care for cats in volunteer homes to prepare them for adoption or recovery
Medical Care Program
Provides spay/neuter, wellness exams, vaccinations, and critical medical treatment for all cats in the program
Sanctuary Program
Provides lifetime care in a cage-free, safe environment for cats unadoptable due to behavioral or medical issues
Socialization Program
Rebuilds trust and confidence in cats through patient interaction to increase adoptability
relationships · 8
who they work with
- Donald Bloom Partner — Founded Save the Cats Arizona.
- Jason Miller Photography Partner — Official photographer for Save the Cats Arizona.
- Petco Partner — Hosts adoptable cats at their Gilbert, AZ location.
- Petco Partner — Hosts adoption events at Petco location in Gilbert, AZ.
- Petco Partner — Hosts foster-based cat adoption events for Save the Cats Arizona.
- Petfinder Foundation Funder — Received a Petfinder Adoption Options in Action Grant from the foundation.
- Town of Gilbert Partner — Negotiated with to allow the removal and relocation of cats from the Riparian Preserve to a sanctuary.
- other organizations Partner — Provides referrals to other organizations with complementary services in urgent cat situations.