10/26/2026
UPDATE: We have confirmed that it was actually a male, not a female, who dropped off the cat.
To the individual who contacted us regarding the cat that was dropped off at our rescue, we want to address what happened.
It is heartbreaking that someone felt leaving this cat outside with a note and $60 was the best option. While we understand that people go through difficult situations and may have good intentions, leaving an animal without contacting the rescue first is simply not acceptable.
Yes, there are worse things someone could have done, but that does not make this situation right.
We are currently OVER CAPACITY, but we still took this sweet boy into our care. Unfortunately, we know absolutely nothing about him. Is he neutered? Has he received vaccinations? Does he have any medical conditions? He was absolutely terrified when we found him.
We understand that times are difficult for everyone, including animal rescues. We also recognize that sometimes people find themselves in situations where they can no longer care for their pets. Our rescue even offers an emergency sheltering program for individuals experiencing domestic violence. We truly do understand that circumstances can be complicated.
However, a simple phone call could have made all the difference.
We have experienced several situations involving animals being left without notice recently, and it is becoming increasingly concerning.
We are not trying to be unkind or unsympathetic. We are simply asking people to take accountability and understand that there is a right way and a wrong way to surrender an animal.
Leaving an animal outside, especially near a roadway, puts that animal at risk. It also places an unexpected responsibility on rescues that are already stretched beyond their limits.
If anyone has information regarding the individual or the white SUV (possible low pro toyota) involved, please reach out to us privately. The young male was wearing a beige & white cap. I might have spoken too quickly due to the frustration of the constant public affirmation that this is acceptable behavior, however, it is not. We do not know if this story is true or if the male just dropped it off and it was someone else's cat. It could have been a neighbors that he was just sick and tired of him doing his business in his his yard. After 46 years, I've heard many different stories that turned out to be just the opposite. But to the woman who called to bring it to our attention. Thank you!
At the end of the day, our priority will always be the safety and well-being of the animals. We will make sure this sweet boy receives the care he deserves.
Please remember, animal rescues are here to help, but communication is so important. Abandoning an animal should never become an acceptable alternative to asking for help. ❤️🐾
To the woman who called me about this drop off this morning, we're not stupid and we have cameras. This is sad that you think dropping him off with a note and $60 is not illegal. You abandoned this cat. People cannot think this is acceptable. Yes, there are worse things she could have done but still doesn't make it right. We are OVER capacity but we still took him in. We know NOTHING about this cat. Is he neutered, had any shots, he scared to death. Shame on you!!!! You donated $60, but we just spent over $300 to ensure the best camera footage area so this right to abandonment STOPS, and it stops today. If anyone knows the name of this woman, please come forward, white SUV and we have a volunteer that saw what the woman looked like, so reviewing the cameras from all angels. This is illegal and we're tired of it.
