We're getting ready for our Summit Animal Rescue Fundraiser and we are looking for your support! We've just kicked off our fundraiser
through Gertrude Hawk Chocolates and we are offering a variety of delicious chocolates and gifts!
A website has been setup specifically for Summit Animal Rescue fundraising campaign. All purchases made on that site will be credited toward me and all proceeds will be awarded to our great cause.
Due to the kitten overflow this year and the struggling economy, more cats and kittens are losing their homes. These kittens are growing up fast due to the adoption slowdown - would you please consider giving these young kitties a good home?
Come see our cats in person!
Stop by and say hello to our featured kitties of the week in either Petco. They are there during the normal operating hours of the store. Or come by and see us at an adoption weekend:
1) Petco in Blue Star Shopping Center in Watchung - every Saturday (12 - 5PM) and Sunday (11AM - 3PM).
2) Petco in Gateway Shopping Center in Old Bridge on Rt 9 - every Saturday (12 - 5PM).
3) Pet Valu 300 South Avenue Garwood Saturdays 10 to 2
4) Petco 2698 Route 22 East Union Saturdays 11 to 3
Appointments can also be made for evening adoptions by contacting Betty B. at (908) 464-1203.
Featured Cats
Special Needs Placements needed: Sonny and Pepper
Sonny & Pepper are two siblings in a litter of four kittens found under a deck in Clark as it was being renovated. The feral mother tried desperately to get all her babies out when the demolition started. She attacked the workers and the homeowner when they got too close to the remaining kittens under the deck. The homeowner realized what she was doing and they trapped the mother and found the two kittens under the deck. They located the other two kittens hiding in a nearby bush. With mom and babies reunited, they were all taken to the vet for a checkup - all of the kittens had a birth defect wherein their kneecaps were not in the proper position . One of the kittens (Tiny Tim) had a broken leg which healed improperly as well as the kneecap issue, the leg could not be saved so it was removed immediately. Two of the other kittens had a severe limp (Sonny & Pepper), like their brother it was the right-hind leg. The fourth kitten (Pokey - Female) had a slight limp. When the kittens were old enough, mom was spayed and updated on shots and released back into her home area where the homeowners agreed to feed and care for her. Pokey was deemed well enough to leave as is and with better nutrition and some medical help she did improve. Sonny & Pepper under went several surgeries to attempt to correct the kneecap problem. Sonny's problem was more severe than Pepper's and the surgeries would not hold the kneecap in place, so his leg had to be removed. Pepper still has all four legs, she walks with a noticeable limp but can get around like any other cat.
Sonny (Male-Orange&White) & Pepper (Female-Calico) are both very shy at first but warm up with a little time. They are sweet, playful, loving, and affectionate. They are not true lap cats because they learned there was not enough room on one lap for everyone so they lay next to you with some part of their body touching you or draped over you. They love to sleep with you but I must warn you... they still love the feet under the blanket "toy." They are about 1.5 yrs old now, both tested neg., up to date on shots, spayed and neutered, and they get along with other cats. They love the laser toys and the computer. Most visitors don't notice Sonny's missing leg until it is pointed out. He gets along fine without the leg and he appears to have less of a "limp" than his sister Pepper, who still has all four legs. These guys are a delight to have as part of the family.
FIV/FeLV neg, fixed, all shots updated and dewormed. Call Betty B for information 908-464-1203
When we found Angus in 2009, he was very afraid and spooked, but he's come a long way - now he's a total sweetie who loves people. He has adjusted well to a house with other cats and is vocal about getting attention. He is a little overweight and would do best as an "only cat" so he can get proper food dosage. Angus is neutered, tested neg, and up to date on shots, and is approximately 3 – 5 years old. If you are interested in Angus, please contact Betty B at 908 464 1203 or email saracats.julia@gmail.com for an application.
Brooklyn was rescued from the streets of NYC with her three siblings. She is about 2 years old and would do best in a home where she was the only kitty. Brooklyn is friendly and very loving. She LOVES to eat her canned food and play with string toys. She also enjoys being held and getting LOTS of loving!
You can visit this kitty on adoption days at the Old Bridge Petco on Rt. 9 South and Ernston Rd. on Saturdays from 11-4. f you would like more information or would like to request an adoption application, please contact Mary at mjroland@optonline.net, or call 732-360-9797. Application is required for adoption.
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S.A.R.A. Inc. is a animal rescue and placement organization. We are a 501c(3) organization, so your donations are tax deductible. We are comprised of devoted volunteers, some with over thirty years of experience. We have a Board of Trustees and Officers who have hands-on knowledge of how to run an effective and efficient animal rescue organization. We are all actively involved and committed to helping as many cats and dogs as we can!
Our focus is cats and kittens. S.A.R.A.'s priority is to get as many rescued animals placed in good and caring homes. One of our main objectives is population control so we also manage feral colonies with a spay/neuter program. We do not have a shelter. All our animals are fostered in homes and put on display at Petco in Blue Star Shopping Center in Watchung, NJ or Petco in Sayerville on Rt 9.
If you are interested in adopting in the Watchung area, please call Betty B. at (908) 464-1203, or contact Kathleen for the Sayerville/Old Bridge area at saracats@aol.com.
We have a wish list of supplies that we always need. If you can spare any of the following items, you can either email us at sararescue@comcast.net or call Betty B. at (908) 464-1203 and arrangements will be made to pick up your donation. You can also bring supplies to Petco during our adoption days.
Canned and Dry cat and kitten food
Litter
Bath towels
Q-Tips
Clorox and Laundry Detergent
Volunteer Your Time: Volunteers are always needed and very much welcome not only during our Pet Adoption Days, but also in the daily care of the cats and kittens being kept on display at Petco.
Volunteers are also needed for Petco in Old Bridge! We are in desperate need of capable volunteers to take one or two slots a week (mornings or evenings) to help with cage cleaning, feeding and caring for our cats and kittens. Please consider being part of a S.A.R.A.'s effort to place even more animals in good, stable homes. Contact Kathleen at 732-309-4089 (or e-mail SARACats@aol.com) if you can help in this area.
Petco volunteers must be at least 18 years old and have dependable transportation.
Foster Homes: Being a foster home is a fantastic experience. Foster homes are always needed to work with cats, kittens for both long and short term periods, depending on the needs of the animal to groom them into adoptable pets.
Be an Angel: Desperately needed are people with big hearts willing to take in a blood positive (feline AIDS) cat or kitten. Many of these live long, healthy lives. As a note, FIV cannot be transmitted to humans.
All donations are tax deductible and go towards helping care for our foster cats:
At certain times of the year, S.A.R.A., Inc. gathers donated items for garage sales as well as our eBay site. If you have items that are in good condition and can be used for these occasions, please contact our Fundraising Chairperson at: saracats.julia@gmail.com.
You can also click on the eBay logo below to see the items we currently have available for auction:
S.A.R.A. Inc. sells merchandise on Cafe Press, and a portion of all proceeds are donated to our rescue efforts:
Need favors for a wedding? Sweet 16? Communion? We're currently selling Gertrude Hawk chocolates to raise money for S.A.R.A. All proceeds go to our animals! Call Julia at (908) 464-1203, email us at sararescue@comcast.net, or write to us at:
S.A.R.A. Inc.
P.O. Box 124
Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922
Through the first week in October, we are selling Yankee Candles to raise money for SARA. If you're interested, go to yankeecandle.com and/or ask Mary Roland (mjroland@optonline.net) or Julia Melton (saracats.julia@gmail.com) for a catalog. If you see an item you like, email the order to Mary or Julia with your contact info and they'll contact you with payment options.
Below are some links to invaluable resources for both new and veteran pet owners.
Declawing.com - Learn why declawing cats is illegal in many countries, and pick up some helpful tips on keeping your kitty's claws trimmed the humane way.
We are all actively involved and committed to helping as many cats and dogs as we can!
Volunteers are also needed for Petco in Old Bridge! We are in desperate need of capable volunteers to take one or two slots a week (mornings or evenings) to help with cage cleaning, feeding and caring for our cats and kittens. Please consider being part of a S.A.R.A.'s effort to place even more animals in good, stable homes. Contact Kathleen at 732-309-4089 (or e-mail SARACats@aol.com) if you can help in this area.
