Toronto Cat Rescue

Become A Feline Foster Family!

Posted on February 22, 2012 by Toronto Cat Rescue

With kitten season just around the corner, TCR is in need of more foster homes!

Devyn was rescued from death row at a high-kill shelter - adopt her today!

Fostering is a great way to have the companionship of a cat without signing up for a long term commitment. It is a very rewarding experience when you see the little soul you have helped rescue find their forever home. Because TCR does not have a shelter, our foster homes are the crux of our organization. The more foster homes we have, the more cats we are able to rescue! Our foster homes are always full because there is always a need for them.

We currently need volunteers who are able to care for foster cats who are getting ready or awaiting adoption. Specifically, we are seeking foster homes who have a separate space to put their foster cats while they are getting ready for adoption. We are also in need of foster homes who will take nursing moms or litters of kittens. In addition, bottle feeding foster homes will be increasingly important as we find abandoned kittens who need extra attention and care prior to being eligible for adoption. TCR foster families must supply their own food, litter and a loving environment. TCR will provide the medical care for the cats in our program.

If you have space in your home and heart to take on a rescue cat, please fill out our Foster Home Application today! We will answer all of the questions you may have about fostering during our foster family screening interview. Thank you for helping to literally save lives!

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Update: Jimmy’s Available For Adoption!

Posted on February 19, 2012 by Toronto Cat Rescue

Jimmy is now ready for some forever lovin'

You may remember Jimmy - he was featured on our website at the beginning of December 2011. Jimmy is a very fortunate guy! Two TCR volunteers happened to be at a high kill shelter shortly after Jimmy was brought into the shelter with two badly broken legs. It is not known how he broke his legs or how he came to be at the shelter. Shelter staff were immediately taken by Jimmy. It was evident that he was very special – despite the immense pain he was in, his will, optimism, courage and kindness shone brightly.

The two TCR volunteers were able to quickly get approval to save this brave boy and he was whisked away to a wonderful TCR vet. It was determined that his injuries would require surgery and would be quite costly. Thankfully many people responded to TCR’s plea for donations to save this little guy. Many thanks to all of you who donated to save this very special boy!

Jimmy is so happy to have a second chance.

Jimmy would stay at the vet for the next two months following the surgery while his injuries healed. Not only did he have to endure the pain of the injuries, his healing required him to be caged, his front paws to be bandaged in pink, and possibly the worst was he had to wear one of those ugly cones. Jimmy was an excellent patient – not a complaint. He is very smart and taught himself to sit solidly on his hind legs with his front legs flopping like a bunny. Every time a human would come to his cage his loud motor purr would start and he would rub up against his cage. The vet clinic became very attached to sweet Jimmy.

Finally the day came for his foster mom to take him home. The vet techs who had lovingly nurtured him shed a tear of happiness. There is one pin left in one of his legs that will have to be removed in 3 – 6 months time, but TCR will work with Jimmy’s forever family to set-up that appointment. With only a tiny hint of a limp you wouldn’t even noticed it, if you weren’t told all that he has been through.

Jimmy loves cats, dogs and people!

Jimmy is currently being fostered in a home with two dogs – a large sled dog and a hyperactive beagle as well as two cats, one male and one female. He gets along fantastically with all of them and would be happiest in a home with other pets. Jimmy is super affectionate and is dog-like in temperment. He is also a silly boy who will bring a smile to your face with his positive outlook. He must go to a home with other pets and to a home where his people don’t mind tons of “sandpaper kisses”! He is best suited in an adult-only home or in a home with older, gentle children.

Jimmy has been neutered, vaccinated and was born June 1, 2011. To adopt Jimmy, call us 416-538-8592, press #1 / email us: tcr.adoptions@hotmail.com / fill in our adoption online form on our Adopt A Cat page.

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Roselawn Feral Colony

Posted on February 16, 2012 by Toronto Cat Rescue

Written by: Joanne – Feral Colony Care Giver

The Roselawn Colony is located near Roselawn Ave. and Marlee Ave. in Toronto. During the winter of 2007-08 I happened to notice a number of cats were gathered outside in a small park near a residential and semi-industrial area in my neighbourhood. I started to bring food to the cats and constructed winter shelters for them as well. During subsequent years, with the help of TCR, I began a program of trap-neuter-return (TNR). I was also able to find forever homes for many of these cats that had become more sociable to humans and/or were semi-feral. The endeavour was very successful, with the result that no kittens were born in the colony during 2011!

The colony cats are provided with water, wet and dry food at least once per day, as
well as winter shelters. Neighbourhood strays frequently find their way to the colony (or are abandoned there by their owners). These unfortunate cats are all taken to the vet and are provided with medical care, if needed. So far, wonderful homes have been found for all of these socialised cats. With ongoing colony care and management, it is hoped that the Roselawn Colony will remain small, disease-free and kitten-free in the years to come.

Do you want to help the Roselawn Colony? Donations are always greatly appreciated to purchase food and supplies for the cats, along with medical expenses for the newcomers. You may donate online via CanadaHelps or visit our Ways To Donate page. Every dollar counts and is greatly appreciated.

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Fellas Seeking Forever Companions

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Toronto Cat Rescue

Want to have a manly, good looking, year-round companion with a winning personality? TCR has some “big headed ole tom cats” that are seeking their forever families. They will make the purr-fect Valentine’s Day companion and are the best kind of “gem” to have and to hold always.

Happy Valentine’s Day From The Cats of TCR!!

Remember: NO Valentine’s Day chocolate for the fabulous felines in your lives, even a small amount of chocolate can be deadly to cats! If you want to give kitty a special something, please give them cat friendly treats, catnip, cat grass – or a good grooming session, cuddle or interactive playtime. Read more: Chocolate Toxicity in Cats and Dogs.

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HUGE Adopt-A-Thon Weekend!

Posted on February 9, 2012 by Toronto Cat Rescue

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Update: We are happy to announce that 58 kitties were adopted into their forever homes this weekend from the adopt-a-thon events, including lots of adult cats! Thank you to all our amazing adopters – may the kitties bring you much … Continue reading →

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New Affiliated TCR Pet Store In Little Italy

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Toronto Cat Rescue

We have very exciting news, Pet Uno located just east of Ossington Ave on College Street in Toronto has partnered with TCR to foster cats in their lovely store! Pet Uno carries supplies for cats, dogs, birds, fish and small animal companions. They specialize in pet nutrition, wholesome treats, pet accessories and more! Grooming is now available, with daycare and a venue for pet parties or special occasions coming soon.

TCR does not use pet stores as a shelter; instead they act as a temporary placement to give cats extra exposure outside of their foster homes, thus increasing their chances of being adopted. Currently at our new location is kitten George!

Pet Uno Toronto: 675 College St. / 647-727-0758 / map /Facebook Page

ADOPTED! George is the perfect kitten – he loves to cuddle, give kisses and play. He is no regular lazy Garfield at all!! He loves his crinkle ball and will run and follow you around the room. He likes other cats and children. He is waiting for a loving home with other playful cats or a family that will give him lots of attention and playtime. Neutered, Vaccinated, DOB October 1, 2011.

Thank-you Pet Uno for helping George, plus three TCR kittens already adopted from this store (and many future cats and kittens) find their loving forever families!

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Update: TCR’s Max (Maxamillionaire) is now in Utah!

Posted on February 3, 2012 by Toronto Cat Rescue

As many of our supporters may recall, over the past year we sent out several desperate pleas for Max (Maxamillionaire) who needed a forever home. Max is a sweet black and white cat who looks like a little cow. He was rescued from the streets of a rural community a couple of years ago. Unfortunately, Max tested positive for FIV and also had a bacterial infection in his bowels that still causes him problems. His forever home did not seem to be coming. He spent time at several TCR vets and TCR foster homes and was loved by all, but no one was able to keep him, and no adopters came along. This very special boy needed a very creative solution to his housing plight. We are a no-kill rescue, so this left us with quite a predicament when it comes to “unadoptable” cats like Max.

We filled out an application to send Max to Best Friends Animal Society in Angel Canyon, Utah. This organization makes every effort to place dogs and cats who are considered “unadoptable” into good homes and provides safe housing for them until that home comes along. We were thrilled to hear that after his application was processed, Max was accepted into the sanctuary! It was perfect timing because the vet that was boarding him was running out of space in the clinic, which meant he needed to be moved (again).

Although excellent news, the next problem was: “How are we going to get Max to Utah?”. We called out to our core volunteers to see if anyone was traveling to Las Vegas (the closest major city to the sanctuary). Ironically, Crystal who first rescued Max, was taking a trip to Las Vegas with her husband and agreed to squeeze in a trip to Best Friends while they were there. Quickly arrangements were made to fly Max with our caring volunteer! A pet friendly hotel was booked and a car was rented.

Max made the 4.5 hour trip to Angel Canyon, Utah with our TCR volunteers and has settled in wonderfully at Best Friends. Check out pictures of Max’s big journey to Best Friends! Note: Click “Permalink” at the bottom right of an image when viewing the gallery to read the photo’s description.