We are a small (but growing!), local, foster-home based animal rescue in Rhode Island. We primarily handle feline friends, but we don't turn away any animal in need. Many animals have come and gone through the doors of our dedicated foster homes, including dogs, bunnies, birds, and even sugar gliders!
First, we become notified of a cat or animal in need. This can come in many different forms; owner surrender, stray needing to be trapped, foster who needs temporary placement, or being notified through a third party of an animal needing help. Secondly, we come into possession of said animal. This may happen by someone dropping them off, finally trapping a cat, meeting in a pre-designated area to receive the animal-in-need, or even raising funds to fly them to us. Third, the evaluation. This is done by both the veterinarian, and us. We take in the animal and check it over to see if it needs emergency veterinary care, or if it's as simple as scheduling an appointment for a check-up, shots, and spay/neuter. Fourth, it's not un-common for a feral or skittish cat to need some extra TLC and socialization. If the animal needs either one of these, either they'll be sent to foster care, or we'll keep them in-home until they're ready to be adopted out. Finally, they're ready to go. Now we start reaching out and see who's inquired about the animal to find them the perfect home. Adopters fill out an adoption application and if it's approved, set a date for the pick-up!