We are a new no-kill cat rescue facility that opened in September 2004. We are 501(c)3, so all donations are tax deductible. Together we have over 15 years combined experience in cat rescue. Our shelter is completely run by volunteers and is a non profit organization. Please join us in our mission is to give current owners and/or concerned citizens another option to combat the euthanasia statistics currently in Milwaukee.
In 2006 we adopted 256 cats and kittens into loving homes!!!!! In 2007 we placed 286 cats into new homes. We adopted out 267 cats in 2008. Help us reach our goal of 300 for 2009!
Adopting a friend
All animals at Second Hand Purrs are given a veterinary exam before arriving at the shelter and the following procedures are included in the adoption fee:
Tested for Feline Leukemia and FIV
Distemper Booster
Rabies Booster (if 6 months or older)
Deworming preventative
Flea bath
Ear mite treatment, if needed
Spayed or neutered (if 6 months of age or older)
Stool tested
Nail trim
Our adoption fee is $80 for one cat/kitten or two cats/kittens for $130. We do not adopt to anyone under the age of 21. We do in-home deliveries only. All adoptions must be in the State of Wisconsin. We will deliver up to 50 miles from Milwaukee.
Come Visit Us!
We have open houses on Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please come visit our residents and we will help make a purrfect match!!!
News
THE GREAT 8 E-FUNDRAISER!!
Help SHP reach our goal by joining the GREAT-8 Campaign!! We are on a mission and it starts with you! Simply click on the link below to learn about the Great 8! You can make safe and secure donations through a wonderful network called First Giving. Then do your part to create a FORWARD FRENZY! Forward the link to all your family members and friends to help spread the word today! Be a part of the change by supporting the Great-8 at SHP! Click on the following link to hear how we are turning tragedy into a mission of love! http://www.firstgiving.com/secondhandpurrs
MILWAUKEES BEST RUMMAGE SALE JUNE 18TH-20TH !
Now accepting donation items for the annual rummage sale! Drop off during open house hours only-no clothes please! Donation deadline is May 23rd!!!!
Then join us for our CAT-O-RAMMA-RUMMAGE! June 18th, 19th & 20th from 9am-6pm daily. When it comes to rummage sales, this is definitely the cat’s meow-so don’t miss it!
WI/IL CAT FANCIERS CAT SHOW JUNE 13TH & 14TH !
Saturday, June 13th 1pm-6pm & Sunday, June 14th from 10am-4pm in Wauwatosa. Come cheer us on at Hart Park! The shelter will have cats entered in the show & some for adoption. Join us for some feline entertainment as cats go whisker to whisker to compete for Best of the Best! Locally famous cats will also be appearing so come spend your afternoon with some fancy felines! Lots of vendors, food and family fun. $6 Adults, $5 seniors $3 youth 10 & under. Free parking. 7300 Chestnut Street, Wauwatosa (72nd & State)
PIZZA PIZZA SUNDAY, AUGUST 2ND
Do you like pizza? Do you like Italian food? Come dine in or eat out in the pizza garden because we have some good food for you!! Pizzeria Piccola will host Second Hand Purrs for a yummy fundraiser on Sunday August 2nd. Pizzeria Piccola is located at: 7606 West State Street in Wauwatosa. Please stop on by to DINE IN OR CARRY OUT between 4pm-9pm. Second Hand Purrs volunteers will be working side by side with Pizzeria Piccola this night to serve you! So take a night off from cooking, dine with your family or gather your friends for this fundraising feast. Raffle prizes, tons of food and the purrfect company—what could be better?
WINE TASTING SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19th
Our much anticipated 2ND ANNUAL WINE TASTING fundraiser will be coming soon! Join us at Clifford’s in Hales Corners from 6pm-10pm to taste 25 different wines-all to raise money for our feline friends! Tickets on sale June 1st, call or email to reserve yours today! Big ticket raffle items, 50/50 raffle, yummy appetizers and great fun! Further details to come, check back soon!
SPONSOR A FELINE IN 2009!!!!
If you cannot have a cat or your house is at its capacity of four-legged friends, think about sponsoring a cat at SHP. The cost is $15 a month to provide for their care and needs. If you would like more information on sponsoring, please contact Susan at sycatic1@aol.com or 414-727-PURR.
PICK 'N SAVE WE CARE PROGRAM
We have just become a part of the Pick 'n Save "We Care Program". If you would like to designate Second Hand Purrs as your charity of choice, you must obtain a change form for your Savers Club Application Card. Our charity code number is 703260. Your grocery purchases help our cats and kittens. The more people we have shopping with our code number, the more funds we will have for veterinary and basic day to day care.
ALUMINUM CAN DRIVE!!!!!
Second Hand Purrs will be collecting aluminum cans as a fundraiser. Collection dates will be during open house hours, which are Thursdays from 6-9 pm and Satrudays from 10 am to 3 pm.
Please bring your cans to 4300 South Howell Avenue on the above dates. If possible, please rinse your cans while you are recycling them. Alternate drop-off site is 4134 South Austin Street (1 1/2 blocks North and 3 blocks East of SHP.)
TURN TRASH INTO CA$H
It's FUN, EASY and FREE. Bring in your empty inkjet, laser, fax and copier cartridges, used cell phones, laptops, PDAs (Palm Pilots), and iPods. You can help by collecting these items from home, work, family, friends and neighbors. If your company would like to support us by donating these used items, please contact Susan at sycatic1@aol.com or 414-727-PURR. There is a donation drop box marked in our welcome area. Special Thanks
Second Hand Purrs would like to thank C & G Printing located at 155 North 120th Street, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin 53226 for providing the shelter with its copying and printing needs. Because of their professional service, Second Hand Purrs is handing out quality documents and flyers to all its adopters. If you need a print job, promotional giveaway products, or copy services please call C & G Printing at (414) 443-0027 for a complete list of all the services they provide. Tell them Second Hand Purrs sent you!! T.C.B. Home Improvements, LLC
Do you need a home improvement? Let us help. Call 414-489-0046 for a free estimate. We offer quality, honest work, reasonable rates and discounts for seniors. We are licensed, bonded and insured. Mention this ad and "Second Hand Purrs" to receive your 5% discount on labor when the work is completed. In addition, Second Hand Purrs will receive a 5% donation from T.C.B. Home Improvements!!!!
We would love to find another company, individual or group of people to help with our monthly kitty litter needs, electric bill or veterinarian care costs. Even if you can just pick one month a year to sponsor an item, we would be thrilled, and so would the kitties!!! Second Hand Purrs
4300 South Howell Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Phone: 414-727-PURR
