I've adopted three cats from Rise Above - 1 senior and 2 kittens. All three adoption experiences were fantastic. Two were from fosters and one was from an adoption event. Kaitlin is an excellent person, and her whole family is behind her heroic efforts in saving cats and dogs that even other rescue operations will pass by. My senior Sadie has gone to the rainbow bridge, but my (former) kittens Tobias and Rebecca bring joy to my life every day.
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When I had to suddenly have my senior kitty put to sleep last week, I was heart broken but I knew that I would adopt another one very soon. A friend who fosters for Rise Above Animal Rescue sent out messages to foster families alerting them to my need and also connected me with the adoption coordinator. We all quickly found a perfect match and the foster family brought her to me on Monday. It was love at first sight, and my sweet senior kitty Sadie has found her forever home in which to spend her golden years. And this retired widow has found a delightful companion to provide affectionate company during COVID-19. I highly recommend them and I am so grateful they were there for me.
I adopted 2 bonded kittens earlier this month. They are a joy and have adapted wonderfully to our home!
They have been an enormous help with kittens in western Maryland. Always professional and friendly, and I know Kaitlin cares as much for the kittens we bring her as I do.
I have been fostering for Rise Above for a while now and they are the best! They take in the most vulnerable and in need animals that other rescues say no to.
I met Kaitlyn a few years back when i called her for help because it was getting to be winter and i had a feral Momma cat who had recently given birth to kittens living in my shed and although i fed her; i could not bring her inside as i have 2 dogs who i don't believe would have been very happy to say the least. She met with me and explained on how she planned on trapping Momma, which is what we called her. At that time i was honored to meet her dauughter Jaycee who was such an amazing little girl. Kaitlyn and Joey came and got Momma after she was trapped and made sure that she and the kittens were nourished and loved until old enough to find loving homes and to see to it that Momma would no longer have to try to survive in the streets having litter after litter! We told Kaitlyn that if they couldn't find a Home for Momma, would they please return her to us. As it turned out, she loved it at their home and Joey took a liking to her--- so the story goes! Kaitlyn and Joey's love for animals falls nothing short of their love for one another and their children and i wish nothing but the best for them always! Amazes me how she does it all? Devotes her life and time to helping rescue animals that can't help themselves, all the while loving and taking care of her own family; never taking time to think of her own needs and wants. I am so happy that she met Joey who loves and adores her. Rise Above Animal Rescue and Sanctuary is Blessed to have her and i was Blessed to have met her!.
I got my cat Leela from Rise Above Animal Rescue & Sanctuary and couldn’t be happier. The rescue’s organizer, Kaitlin Neal, was immediately responsive when I reach out to inquire about Leela (Wink at that time). We were able to set up an appointment that day so I could meet Leela. I fell in love immediately and brought her home! She is exactly as the rescue described her. And Leela is just the cutest, silliest, and loving cat ever! If you are looking for a new addition to the family, look no further than here!
Rise Above Animal Rescue & Sanctuary Inc was a god sent for me. They have helped me with several rescues and medical situations. They are a very caring group and will go that extra mile. Basically they are the only organization that I have recommended and will continue to do so..Linda Sowards
Kaitlin and Rise Above Are truly a dedicated group of animal advocacy and rescue. Their number one priority always is the health and care of all the animals in their program. Colleen Palmer
My husband and I adopted a kitten from Rise Above Animal Rescue not long ago. Everyone we interacted with was willing to go above and beyond to make sure that we had the right new addition to our household. The adoption was quick, but thorough. I will recommend them to anyone looking to adopt.
I found Rosie on Petfinder and contacted Rise Above to meet her. They put me in touch with Jennifer who couldn't have been nicer. I drove up to see the cat and just fell in love. I arranged a second visit so my husband could meet her and we took her home that day.
Like any responsible adoption group, Rise Above requires forms and a relatively modest adoption fee.
Jennifer was wonderful and we've kept in touch.
I whole heartedly recommend Rise Above.