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Northeast Animal Rescue
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September 20, 2011
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I have know of Northeast Animal Rescue since November 2010. I have adopted two kittens from NAR. The first kitten was abandoned as a newborn and brought in to NAR - she was very sickly, and was diagnosed with a congenital or genetic neurological problem -- between my care and the good care of NAR, the little kitten lived a wonderful 10 months that it would not have otherwise. I now have a second kitten that it healthy, happy and quite a handful... I know that the NAR folks take care for many cats that are not easily adoptable (blind, with defects, etc) and I commend their dedication, effort and emotional connection to their cats!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
I adopted two cats from NAR.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Give them a big donation!
September 19, 2011
I wanted to adopt a cat with special needs and had found one from NAR online. Upon completing the paperwork I met three separate cats with the same condition (cerebellar hypoplasia), met two volunteers who were both very helpful and friendly. I ended up adopting two handicapped sisters, Apricot and Olivia, whom are both well and still with me. The foster mother was happy to answer questions, and help me with any issues.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
my life everday. I have two dear cats with a condition not many know about - even the Vet's. I love to see their little faces everyday when I get home and am glad to pass on the knowledge they have given me.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
not change anything.
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How would you describe the help you got from this organization?
Life-changing
How likely are you to recommend this organization to a friend?
Definitely
How do you feel you were treated by this organization?
Very Well
How did you find this group?
Petfinder.org
What, if any, change in your life has this group encouraged?
I'm not a complete hermit.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
September 19, 2011
I've known the founder of NAR for many years and have watched her grow this rescue from the roots up. The NAR team of volunteers works tirelessly to find loving families for homeless cats in the Philadelphia area and to control the feral cat population while educating the public about the importance of spay/neuter. They also help to find low cost spay/neuter services within the community.
I'm a long-time volunteer with NAR as well as an adopter. Northeast Animal Rescue is just the best!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
my adoption of several of their cats and personal involvment with the rescue.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
fill their coffers full of money and add a hundred more fosters to the team :)
September 30, 2010
I first came into contact with Northeast Animal Rescue when I was looking to adopt a cat. I was impressed immediately with the operation, all volunteers seemed to hold exceptionally high ethical standards and the focus was not on moving the animals into homes quickly, but on finding the appropriate home for each pet. I was even a little alarmed that I wouldn't pass the rigorous screening process!! Ultimately, the time and energy spent on screening potential adopters yields long term placement, and during my subsequent time with NAR as a volunteer I have heard of very few unsuccessful adoptions. I began volunteering with NAR about seven months ago, and I am impressed with the constant communication between volunteers and the high standards set for work performed by all volunteers. The cleanliness, comfort and care for the animals is the number one priority. I would encourage anyone looking to adopt a pet to contact the Northeast Animal Rescue, the volunteers have a great knowledge base of the animals in their care, and they are honest with potential adopters about issues concerning each pet, and will give honest feedback about an animal's temperament and behaviors. The process is lengthier than with an animal shelter or a pet store, but the quality and care is exceptional!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Upon adopting my pets: Whisper and Kiva. I was able to spend ample time with each cat prior to taking them home, so there were no surprises after taking them in. I couldn't be happier with the process.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
I'm not sure that I would make changes to the function of the organization. Everything seems to run very well. However, I'm always surprised that people aren't more aware of NAR. If anything I would attempt to increase awareness of the organization.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
the commitment to finding forever homes for the pets.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
sometimes intense! But committed to the work.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
run forever. I would hate to see it expand too far, because for me the greatest value is the relationships between foster "parents" and their animals.
Ways to make it better...
it was great!
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
not enough public awareness. If people knew what they were doing, they would solely adopt cats through them.
One thing I'd also say is that...
I think I've said a lot!! I'm running out! :-)
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
September 30, 2010
Without the help of Northeast Animal Rescue, I don't know what I would have done to help a feral Mom cat and her kittens that were in my yard. Northeast Animal Rescue lent me a trap, something I had never done before and I got all the kittens and the Mom cat. Had the Mom spayed and NAR found foster homes for the kittens. It takes a very dedicated rescue to help a total stranger, it's now years later I'm also a member of NAR. Education is the key to helping the over population of stray cats and kittens. No cat or kitten gets adopted without being spayed or neutered. And NAR does their best to educate the public on the importance of spay and neutering their pets.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
learning more and more about the personality and traits of cats and kittens. I have had dogs my whole life and didn't know a whole lot about cats, I'm still learning.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
Getting to meet the dedicated volunteers and the joy of seeing all the cats and kittens that have found their forever homes through NAR.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
very nice and well educated on the care of cats.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
have a bigger facility and save more cats.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
September 30, 2010
NAR is a great organization that aims to care for, rehabilitate and find loving homes for homeless cats. They are a no kill shelter and take in as many strays and unwanted cats as possible even though they survive solely on donations. The animals all get a clean bill of health from a veterinarian and then are placed in a foster home or into the cat home at Petsmart where they can gain exposure to possible adopters. These cats are all known and loved as individuals with their own personalities by the foster homes and volunteers that care for them. A picture, stats and in depth description of each cat is placed in the adoption "cat book" at Petsmart and also on the website so that potential adopters can learn as much as possible about the animal to ensure the right fit into their home. NAR also does a terrific job with the trap and release program in which feral cats are trapped, spayed or neutered and then released. This helps to ensure that even though these feral cats are unadoptable, they at least won't continue to breed and enlarge an ever growing and out of control population of strays.I am so happy that I am able to volunteer my time to an organization that really helps the animals that it takes in and helps to bring joy to the lives of many cats that otherwise may not survive and would never know the love of a good home.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
I have seen many many cats find loving homes with people who will love and care for them. This organization has saved countless cats from injury, starvation or even death out on the streets. It gives these helpless animals one more chance at a good life.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
Being able to help these animals and know that all of us are working toward a common goal which is to save as many lives as possible. It touches me to see that there really are decent people in the world who care and will give of their time for these cats
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
All are kind and caring and truly have a love for the animals that they care for, Many of the other volunteers have said to me that at the end of their "shift" for the day they don't even want to leave because they love being with the animals so much.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
Save thousands of innocent animals by getting them off of the streets, getting proper vet care and good loving homes.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
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