BLACK CAT BASH

 

Saturday, October 27, 2012

9:00pm until 12:00am

Vinny's Sports Bar and Patio located at 2704 Clinton Street West Seneca, 14224.

Come in costume and party with us at our 1st annual Black Cat Bash!Tickets are $20 and can be purchased in advance or at the door, contact us to buy in advance. Ticket includes 3 hours All-U-Can-Drink draft and well drinks, food, and entry into our costume contest. There will be prizes for best costumes, up to $100 value. We will also have 50/50 raffles, a theme basket raffle, and pool tournaments. This is a 21 and older event with proper ID required. All proceeds benefit Haven House Cats rescue.... PLEASE NOTE: An entry ticket is not required to attend this event, it IS required for food and open bar for 3 hours. For those not purchasing an entry ticket, drinks will be at your own cost and costume contest entry fee will be $5. 50/50 and basket raffle tickets will be sold separate from entry tickets. A Special Thank you to our Sponsors: Salvatores Italian Gardens, Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Sabres, Buffalo Bisons, Buffalo Bandits, Darien Lake, Niagara Climbing Center, Anderson's, Pamela Lanich Photography, Russell's & Salvatore's Grand Hotel, & Bounce Magic.

Adoption Events for September 2012

Saturday, September 15th, 10 am- 2 pm

Tractor Supply
4484 Southwestern Blvd.
Hamburg, N.Y. 14075

Come meet Pipsqueak, Fiona, Penny, and Prada.  Four sweet, furry, felines that will steal your heart, and fill your home with love! Learn more about Haven Houses Mission and how you can join our efforts in "Saving the world, one kitty at a time"!!

Saturday, September 22nd, 11 am- 2 pm

Pet Supplies Plus
3984 Seneca Street
West Seneca, N.Y. 14224

and

Saturday, September 29th, 11 am- 2 pm

Pet Supplies Plus
3984 Seneca Street
West Seneca, N.Y. 14224


Stop by and see us while you shop. Meet and greet our adoptable kitties, Lovebug, Suzie, Fiona, Prada, and Pipsqueak, and help support our cause. Items for sale include magnets, cat toys, books, etc. If adoption isnt an option, there are other ways you can make their day!

URGENT: Little Grungy Is Very Ill!

9/1/12 This is Little Grungy, one of three kittens we took in about a week ago. In the past 24 hours, Little Grungy went from a fluffy ball of energy to lethargic, weak, and listless. We just rushed her to the emergency vet and the prognosis is really bad. We are so deperate to save this little girl. She is experiencing neurological symptoms and dehydration, along with a fever of 104.5. So far we have gotten her sub-q fluids, antibiotics and a steroid injection but she needs testing to find out what is causing this. The quote we received is almost $2000, which we don't have! Please help us save her! I love this little girl and I couldn't stand to see her die. If you can help save Little Grungy's life, donations can be sent to our paypal at havenhousecats@aol.com. PLEASE DONATE, SHARE, SPREAD THE WORD! THIS BABY NEEDS OUR HELP!!!!!

Please help us save Little Grungy, a 10 week old kitten. She is very ill and needs testing to determine what is wrong. This is the quote we received for her care. We need to raise most of this in order to proceed with testing and treatment! 

http://havenhousecats.chipin.com/save-little-grungy

9/2/12  Update: Grungy is still with us. I honestly thought she was going to die last night. She was so limp and lifeless, so weak she couldn't even hold her head up to look at me. I spent the entire night holding her, giving fluids and trying to get her to eat. Force fed some A/D and gave her the Clavamox prescribed by the vet. Today she actually ate a little bit on her own (with me holding her head up) and then the craziest thing happened. I was massaging her legs and trying to get her to stand and she actually did, all on her own and took a few steps! I am so happy for her, it's progress however small. Now it's off to work and tend to the other cats, then back to the emergency vet later because our generous supporters helped us raise an amazing $800 which is enough for more IV fluids and blood work so we can find out what we are dealing with here! Thank you all for your support and generosity. I will keep you all posted on her progress.

 

9/2 The generosity of our friends is overwhelming! Thank you to Lauraine Griffin, Joanna March, Adrienne Trzcinski, Rosann Trzcinski, Sara Etten, Zoe Rolt, and Lucy Bradford for donating to help save Little Grungy's life! We now have almost $1100 which should cover most of what she will need and may even help pay for her 2 sisters' bloodwork. We need to make sure that whatever this is isn't going to affect all of them. Little Lottie and Cinderella are doing well so far, no signs of this illness so we are very happy about that. Fingers, toes and paws crossed that they remain healthy and Little Grungy fully recovers!

 

9/3 Update: Little Grungy Update: So I am pleased to announce that Little Grungy is eating dry food all on her own!!! She is holding her head up right now and remains alert and responsive. She has been sleeping a lot, stil can't get in the litter box, and is having trouble standing/walking. I have noticed that when I rub her belly she flails her rear legs but her front legs don't move at all. I'm wondering if she is going to be paralyzed in her front legs, if perhaps that is why she can't stand. I will be calling our vet first thing tomorrow to get her and her sisters in for testing. We will still be accepting donations because I know it's going to be a long, expensive road to recovery for this little girl. You can make donations via paypal to havenhousecats@aol.com or call our vet directly to donate over the phone: All Creatures Animal Hospital at 716-636-3600. Make sure you tell them you are donating to Haven House Cats.

 

9/4 Update:  As of an hour ago, Little Grungy is walking better and actually used the litter box, but she has some bleeding around her one eye. And now her sister, Cinderella, has a fever of 104.2 and is acting very lethargic like Grungy was the first day of illness. So I am currently on my way to the vet with all 3 kittens. This is probably going to cost more now since Cinderella is having symptoms, im afraid little lottie will too. Donations can still be made directly to our vet by calling All Creatures at 716 636 3600. Be sure to tell them its for Haven House Cats. Thank you so much!

 

Later...

Just got back from the vet. Still not sure what illness we are dealing with, bloodwork will hopefully confirm but results won't come back for a few days. Our vet said it could be any number of things including toxoplasmosis, a severe URI that affects the inner ear, or FIP, but we aren't sure yet. Cinderella was given sub-q fluids and is now on Clavamox and Metacam, along with Grungy. They both curled up in the kitty bed together, exhausted from the vet visit.

 

Cinderella (left) and Grungy

9/5/12 Update: Little Grungy is walking, eating, drinking and using the litter box all on her own! She is still very wobbly when she walks so perhaps some of the neurological symptoms are going to be permanent. She's still under the weather with cold-like symptoms, sleeping a lot, uninterested in playing. Cinderella's temperature is gone, she has been sleeping quite a bit too but tonight she actually started playing with her healthy sister, Little Lottie. Little Lottie has not shown any signs of this virus, thankfully. We did not hear back from the vet today regarding the bloodwork so we still do not know what disease we are dealing with. These kittens have been kept very isolated from the other kitties in the house so hopefully it's nothing that can travel through walls, doors or floors. =/ Fingers crossed for some good news from the vet this week!

9/9/12 Update: We are still unsure what caused the kittens to get so sick.  Every single test has either been negative or inconclusive!  All kittens are FIV/FeLV negative, fecals were negative, bloodwork inconclusive.  The vet has ruled out the scary things, and none of the other kitties in the house have experienced any symptoms so hopefully we will get Cinderella and Grungy better and be done with it!  Little Grungy is doing a lot better. She has been walking around and playing with her siblings, eating well, drinking and using the litter box with very little trouble, although she is still a bit wobbly on her feet.  But for the most part the neurological symptoms are subsiding quite amazingly and I truly believe she will completely recover without any permanent damage. 


9/20/12 Update: Grungy and her sisters made a complete recovery.  Little Grungy is walking perfectly on her own, playing, eating and drinking independently.  She's back to being the energetic ball of fur that she was before she fell ill.  She has no permanent damage and there is no indication that she was ever sick!  We are so happy for her.  We never found out exactly what the virus was that caused such a dramatic, scary experience but the vet is confident that it was not FIP, distemper, FIV, FeLV, or toxoplasma.  We are pretty sure it is gone and none of the other cats in foster care have come down with any symptoms.  Thank you to everyone who generously donated to help save these babies.  We are working on finding them forever homes now!

1/11/13 Update:  As of today, all three kittens have found their forever homes!  We are so happy for them.  Little Grungy (whose name is now Talleigh in her forever home) was the last to go as came down with a mild cold early in December and then again after her spay.  She will always be susceptible to colds as she has a weakened immune system.  But lucky for her she has an INCREDIBLY understanding new mom who will do anything to keep her healthy!  I love a happy ending!

The Importance of Foster Volunteers

One of the biggest frustrations in animal rescue is having to turn needy animals away.  Each day we receive AT LEAST one call or email from someone looking to surrender a cat or a litter of kittens.  There are lots of stories: "stray cat has been living on my porch; found a litter of kittens in the backyard; my mother was sent to a nursing home and we need to surrender her two 11 year old cats; we are moving and the landlord doesn't allow cats"; etc etc.  While we would love to say yes to them all (and trust me, we would if we could!) it's just not possible!  Let me explain why.

Haven House Cats is a rescue group. What does that mean exactly?  It means this: we are a small group of cat-loving volunteers who one day decided to devote our time and energy to saving cats.  We do not have a shelter; all the cats we take into the rescue have to be placed into a foster home where they will be cared for by a volunteer until adopted.  We are always low on foster homes; foster volunteers are difficult to find. Many foster volunteers sign on for short periods of time, some adopt and can no longer foster, some quit due to life changes such as moving, having a baby, illness, injury, etc.  If we do not have a foster home willing to take in a cat or litter of kittens, we cannot accept those cats into the rescue. We need someone to care for them and if no one accepts that role, our hands are tied.  Many times my husband and I find ourselves overburdened with foster cats in our own home due to foster volunteers quitting, or on the rare occasion that an adopted cat is returned.  When a foster quits and another cannot be found, those foster cats have to return to our house whether we have room or not.  It isn't in the cats' best interest to be jam-packed into a foster home.  One volunteer can only give so much attention to each cat on a daily basis when there are too many of them to keep up with.  What is best for the cats ins't always possible though if volunteers aren't willing to step up and help foster.  When we are short on volunteers and most of the cats are at our central foster home (aka mine & my husband's house), their health, safety and basic needs are the biggest priority.  Feedings, cleaning, and preventative care take up the majority of my free time.   When we have as many animals living under one roof as we do (anywhere from 15-30, depending on our foster volunteers), it is EXTREMELY important to keep everything clean.  Sanitary living conditions are a must in order to prevent the spread of illness.  Each day I scrub litterboxes, scoop them 2-3 times, change food dishes, sweep & mop the entire house, and sanitize all surfaces (cats get on top of everything!).  Sometimes there are cages to clean, flea treatments to apply, medications to administer and nails to cut.  It's not an easy job and the more cats we have here due to a lack of foster volunteers, the bigger the mess!  And keep in mind that this work is on top of working my paying jobs, keeping up with rescue paperwork/websites, and my personal life.

So why are foster volunteers important?  The biggest reason is that fosters save lives!  How?  Without fosters we cannot help cats.  If we are contacted by someone who found a stray or needs to surrender their cat for whatever reason, we need a safe place for the cat to go.  The cat needs shelter, food, water, vetting, and love.  If we have the money for vetting but no safe haven for the cat, how can we help?  Foster volunteers are heros.  They care for and provide love to a cat who may have never experienced it before.  They help socialize shy cats so they have a better chance at being adopted.  They nurse sick cats back to health and better their lives.  When my home is overwhelmed with cats, I am physically unable to provide the attention each cat yearns for.  Trust me I feel horrible about it!  None of the cats is neglected by any means, and I am diligent when it comes to cleanliness and health care.  But when it comes to affection and cuddle time, they want to love on me for hours  but there's just not enough time in a day!  They get pets and hugs, but I know they want more.  This is another reason foster volunteers are so important.  If each cat has a foster mom or dad to love on, they are much happier. I want these cats to be as happy as possible; they truly mean the world to me. 

Ideally I would love to see each of our adoptable cats/kittens enter foster care so they can get more individual attention.  We have 14 adoptables right now, 10 of which need a foster mom or dad.  Do you think we can find 10 cat-loving individuals who are willing to care for a cat until adopted?  Are you someone like that?  If you can help, please email us today at havenhousecats@aol.com.  We NEED you!  These kitties NEED you! 

Christina McNeil

Executive Director

UPCOMING EVENTS: May 2012

Saturday May 12th
Adoption Event at Tractor Supply
4484 Southwestern Blvd Hamburg 14075
11-3 pm

Come out and meet Lovebug, Jasper, Edward, Penny and Suzie Q!  All these kitties are looking for special families to give them forever homes. 

Sunday May 19th
Adoption Information Booth & Donation Drive
Big Lots 5165 Broadway, Depew 14043
4-7 pm
We will be selling dog & cat themed items including picture frames, notepads, knick knacks, and more, to raise money for our rescue.  We will also be collecting items from our wislist, such as paper towel, cat food, litter, bleach, etc.  Stop by and make a donation to help save some kitties.

May 25th, 26th, & 27th
Wine & Dine for Felines

Ruby Tuesdays
3454 McKinley Pkwy, Blasdell 14219
Present your GiveBack voucher (available at the door) anytime on the listed days and 20% of your bill will be donated to our rescue! So come out for a great meal or just buy some drinks after work, and you will be helping save kitties in Western New York!

Vouchers can be obtained by mail or email.  email us at havenhousecats@aol.com for your voucher. 

UPCOMING EVENTS: April 2012

Saturday April 7th

Adoption Day at Tractor Supply

4484 Southwestern Blvd, Hamburg NY 14075

11 am-2 pm

Meet some of our adoptable kittens and cats, ages 8 wks to 3 years. We will also have some Easter treats for sale, with all proceeds benefiting the rescue.

Friday April 13th, Saturday April 14th, & Sunday April 15th

Wine & Dine for Felines

Ruby Tuesdays

3454 McKinley Pkwy, Blasdell 14219

Present your GiveBack voucher (available at the door) anytime on the listed days and 20% of your bill will be donated to our rescue! So come out for a great meal or just buy some drinks after work, and you will be helping save kitties in Western New York!

Sunday April 15th

Friendly's Family Fun Day for Haven House Cats

2760 Union Road, Cheektowaga 14227

Present your voucher during regular business hours on Sunday the 15th and 15% of your bill will be donated to our rescue! Eat in or take some ice cream to go, all while helping to save kitties in Western new York! Some of our volunteers will be on site with a Kitty Lovers Basket Raffle and 50/50 ticket sales throughout the day.

Saturday April 21st

Vegan Bake Sale

Big Lots

5165 Broadway Depew NY 14043

11-2 pm

Cookies, brownies and more! All proceeds benefit the kitties at our rescue!

Thanks for the Donations!

A HUGE thank you to Darlene Szymzak of Cheektowaga NY who went on a "collection mission" for the kitties in our rescue. Today we packed my car with all this:

~ 18 doses of Advantage
~ 18 Tapeworm tabs
~ a 12 pack of Bounty Mega Roll paper towel
~ a 4 pack of Clorox wipes
~ 4 cat beds
~ a small bag of 9 Lives dry
~ 2 dozens cans of cat food
~ 20 disposable pillows to use as beds
~ a fleece blanket
~ 10 cell phones and 2 old laptops to redeem for cash
~ a big bag of cat toys

Thank you so much! The kitties are very happy, which makes US very happy too!

3/10/12 Adopt-A-Thon at Hamburg Tractor Supply

Haven House Cats was on site this past Saturday with some of our gorgeous adoptable kitties. Here are some pics from the event:

EMERGENCY CAT RESCUE IN ARCADE!!!

PICS COMING SOON!

There is a man in Arcade named Tom who is losing his house to foreclosure and he has 25 cats he needs to find homes for ASAP. Our rescue has stepped up to help him while everyone else has told his no. It is going to be quite a task finding homes for all these kitties, but we're up for the challenge! And we need your help! In order to help Tom and the cats, we need places for these cats to go. Whether you can foster temporarily or long-term, or adopt, anything would help right now!

We will be going to his house on Sunday to access the situation and take some photos of the cats. I will post the pics and a complete list of the cats available once we have that information. So far we know that there are 15 who are fixed, tested and vaccinated (ages 5-17 years) and 10 who have never been to a vet (ages 8 months- 2 1/2 years).

There is one Siamese male, several long-haired black cats, two calicos, and several tabbies. He has described most of them as very affectionate and loving. If you are willing and able to help, PLEASE LET US KNOW ASAP! The more commitments we get for fostering (or even adopting!) the more cats we can bring to safety this weekend. We have 30-60 days to place all these cats before the man loses his home. It could happen at any time though so PLEASE help!

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Here is the original post from Craigslist:
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I need your help. I have 25 cats that have to be re-homed in a forever home. About a year ago I lost my wife to cancer and the cats belonged to her. Since then I have fallen on very hard times. I am about to lose my home to foreclosure. The bank is coming soon and I have to move. I am not going to be able to take the cats with me. PLEASE HELP!! I am about to lose everything I own and it breaks my heart that I have to give up what I love so much. I cannot afford to feed or care for them. I have called every organization in Western New York and no one will help me. No one has room because of the recent SPCA issues in Cattaraugus, Niagara and Wyoming counties. I live in Arcade and am in desperate need of you to open your home and heart for one or two of my cats. PLEASE HELP TIME IS RUNNING OUT!!!!
I have 15 that are either spayed or neutered. They range in age from 18 years old to 5 years old. These 15 are in very good health and all have their shots.
The other 10, 4 of which are female and 6 are males, need to be fixed and need their shots. With the loss of my wife I just don't have the money to take care of them properly.
I can email you pics of a few if that helps. They are all litter trained and are great family cats. They just need a forever home and love. Thank you.

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We are also going to need funds for the vetting of the 10 kitties who are not fixed, vaccinated or tested. It will cost approximately $100 per cat. That does not include any additional vetting for any medical conditions we discover.

If you can donate toward their vetting, please follow this link: http://havenhousecats.chipin.com/emergency-rescue-of-25-cats-in-arcade

UPCOMING EVENTS: March 2012

MARCH:

March 10th
Huge Adopt-a-thon
Tractor Supply
4484 Southwestern Blvd, Hamburg 14075
Details: Several area rescues will be on site with their adoptable pets. Haven House Cats will be showing Darla, Morgan, Pepe, Prada and Tiny.

March 10th
Bake Sale
Big Lots
5165 Broadway, Depew 14043
11-2 pm
Details: homemade cookies, cupcakes, brownies and muffins. All proceeds will help us save the Arcade cats, all 25, who are about to lose their home to foreclosure. (see blog post above for the complete story)


March 25th
TLC Furball
30 Pierce Ave, Hamburg 14075
1-6 pm
Our rescue will be joining TLC and other cat lovers. We will be set up at a table with cat items for sale.

We Partied Like Animals!!!

Our 2nd Annual Party Like An Animal fundraiser was a HUGE success! Not only did we raise an astounding $1221 for the kitties, we had a BLAST doing it! Thanks to everyone who came out to show your support for our rescue! Congrats to all the basket raffle winners and the winner of the door prize, a signed Van Halen CD and drumsticks! A special thanks to Bill and Mike for generously donating 5 sheet pizzas and three orders of wings. Our volunteers, Adrienne, Sharon, Carolyn and Joanna did a awesome job selling 50/50 tickets and raffle basket tickets! Thank you so much for all your help!

If you missed our party, we hope these pics will convince you to come join us next year!!



2nd Annual Party Like An Animal for Haven House Cats fundraiser took place Saturday March 3rd 2012 at Vinny's Sports Bar and Patio. Thank you to our sponsors who donated gift cards and baskets: Supercuts, Anderson's, Salvatore's Italian Gardens, Adventure Landing, All Creatures Animal Hospital, Big Lots, Generation Next Consignment Shop, and Pet Shed Grooming Salon.


Joanna, one of our foster volunteers, checks out the raffle baskets


Some of the baskets and gift cards raffled off at the event.


Adrienne sells basket raffle tickets at our "2nd Annual Party Like An Animal for Haven House Cats" fundraising event, March 3rd, 2012.


Some of our guests enter to win raffle baskets at the 2nd Annual Party Like An Animal for Haven House Cats fundraiser


Mike Scanzuso (who generously donated 3 sheet pizzas and 2 orders of wings) and Haven House Cats' Associate Director Sharon Surdi enjoy the food and drinks at the 2nd Annual Party Like An Animal fundraiser, Saturday March 3rd, 2012.


Haven House Cats' Associate Director Sharon Surdi, Assistant Director Shawn McNeil and his parents, Kathy and Bill McNeil, hang out together at the 2nd Annual Party Like An Animal fundraiser, March 3rd, 2012.


Haven House Cats' Assistant Director Shawn McNeil and Executive Director/Founder Christina Surdi are thrilled that this years' fundraiser was such a hit! With the money raised, they will be able to help so many more cats in need!


The turnout for our 2nd Annual Party Like an Animal fundraiser was amazing! We filled the bar!


Volunteers Joanna March and Sharon Surdi sold 50/50 and basket raffle tickets at the 2nd Annual Party Like An Animal fundraiser on March 3rd 2012.

Help Us Give Chance a chance!

UPDATE: It is with a heavy heart that I must tell you all that Chance did not make it. He was FIV positive and his infection was too severe. His prognosis was very poor and he was in a lot of pain. We made the choice to end his suffering, as all the money in the world would not have changed the outcome for this sweet boy. We want to thank everyone for the generous outpouring of donations and support for this wonderful guy. We thought we could give him a Chance at a better life, but we were only able to send him to the Rainbow Bridge in peace, knowing at least he was with someone who cared during his last moments. It's tearing at my heart as I write this to think we couldn't save him. Chance is very grateful for all of you out there who cared enough to think of him during his time of need. Thank you.

Regarding donations: We were able to cover Chance's vet bill today and his burial costs with the donations we've received. Any extra money will go toward the other cats in our care, so we can keep them healthy and find them loving homes. Every penny we receive goes to the cats!



Chance is a very sad case. He is very clearly a victim of HORRIBLE neglect. We rescued him from some people who posted on Craigslist, threatening to put him to sleep if no one came for him "by tomorrow". We were told in an email that he was a "little dirty and has a few sores but he's okay". Wow, were we surprised when we saw him. This is a cat that has been coming in and out of these people's home for TWO YEARS!!! He has a SEVERE infection that appears to originate from a bite wound he suffered an entire YEAR AGO, according to the owner. They never even took him to a vet to have it looked at. The bite wound on his side is oozing green puss and all the hair around it has fallen off. The surrounding fur was caked with dried puss. His left eye is extremely cloudy, inflamed and he may quite possibly be blind in that eye. There is no hair on his left ear and he appears to have a hematoma above his eye. He also has a bald spot on his hind leg, which also appears to be scratched up from a possible scuffle in the wild.

To put it bluntly, this cat looks like he went through a war.

It is utterly disgusting that any human being would allow a cat to live in this condition UNDER THEIR OWN ROOF! This is very plainly NEGLECT in its worst form. Poor Chance deserved better than this, and he may not have gotten the care he needed before but we will do all we can to give this sweet guy a chance at a better life now!

Help us give Chance a chance! Please donate; his vet bills are going to be quite high considering his condition. The amount of time and medical care that will be required to bring Chance back to health will be quite extensive. We need your help and so does Chance! Let's do what those horrible owners failed to do and help him! He is a very sweet guy, who actually purred while I cleaned him and looked over his wounds. Considering how much pain he must be in, it's quite remarkable how calm and affectionate he is being. Donate today, tell your friends, spread the word! Let's help this baby!

Haven House Cats at Big Lots February 18th

Come out and see us on Saturday February 18th at Big Lots located at 5165 Broadway, Depew NY. We will be set up at a table near the front door from 10 am-1 pm. We will have information about our rescue, a collection jar, and brushes and cat treats for sale with all proceeds benefiting the kitties! We will also be collecting ink cartridge and cell phone donations to redeem for cash so bring your old electronics!

2nd Annual Party Like An Animal for Haven House Cats

It's that time of year again; it's time to Party Like An Animal for Haven House Cats! This is our second go at this event and we are hoping to make it even bigger and better than last time! We have moved the event to March (our last one was in August) as not to clash with summer festivals and warm weather events. So mark your calendars!

The weather outside is frigid and unappealing, so what better way to spend a Saturday night than partying it up with friends and fellow cat-lovers while raising some much needed funds for rescue! All proceeds benefit the kitties of Haven House Cats, helping us afford vetting, spaying/neutering, supplies and other rescue expenses.

Tickets are $12 pre-sale and $15 at the door. Tickets include 3 hours All-U-Can-Drink draft and well drinks, snacks, pizza (yum!), and 5 tickets for our basket raffle. Additional tickets will be sold for our gift basket raffle and we will also have two 50/50 drawings, one at 10:30 pm and one at midnight! Last year we had some amazing baskets and prizes, including a Delta Sonic gift basket, baby baskets, Salvatore's gift certificates, archery gift certificates and 2 tickets to Six Flags Darien Lake! Don't miss out because this year's gonna be even better!

Please note: this is a 21 and older event! Proper ID required!

ORDER TICKETS BY EMAILING havenhousecats@aol.com. You can also order by paypal by sending your payment to havenhousecats@aol.com. Don't forget to include the number of tickets you want, your name and the address to ship tickets to.

The Rainbow Bridge

For anyone who has ever lost a pet, our heart goes out to you. It is never easy, and we hope this poem can provide some comfort during this difficult time.

Rainbow Bridge

Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....

Author unknown...


In loving memory of Baby, Tobey, Sam, Korey, Kacey, Sophie, Nova, Gemini, Cortland, Chloe, Logan, Prada and Astro. We miss you!

URGENT! Sammy needs a home ASAP!

UPDATE: Sammy found a home with a wonderful couple! We are so happy for him. They took him to the vet and found out he was quite underweight and malnourished. But after a few days of regular feedings, Sammy has much more energy!! Go Sammy!



HELP!! Sammy URGENTLY needs a place to live out the rest of his days. He is a pitbull/boxer mix, 12 years old. He has a very large fatty tumor on his side which is shocking to see but doesn't hurt him at all. He is also partially blind and deaf. A garage is no place for this senior dog to be living! His owners are considering putting him to sleep if they cannot find him a home soon! Please help this sweet guy if you can! He is great with cats, dogs and kids, and adjusts very well to new environments. He doesn't whine and rarely barks. He is housebroken, does well off his leash, and is a really well-behaved guy. All he wants is to be loved and paid attention to. PLEASE! Sammy does not deserve to die simply because his family cannot keep him and he is a senior. He still has several years left to live and he deserves to be able to live those years out!!! Please share this on facebook, forward to your friends and tell everyone you know! We need to find this baby a home!

*This is a courtesy posting, which means Sammy is not in our rescue group. We are helping his owners find him a home. If you can help please contact us at 830-5655 or 597-3393. THANKS!