This is a series of diaries highlighting animal rescues around the country and noting and celebrating the work they do to help animals who have no voices but ours to speak for them. I have decided to make this a daily series because there are so many wonderful rescues out there who need human help and weekly just doesn't seem to be enough. I have long wanted to start a rescue but lack the resources or time available to do so right now so this is my attempt to do my part. I hope that these rescues will benefit from the kindness and benevolence of the community here at Daily Kos. They are amazing organizations and worthy of Kossack attention and care.
Does she know all
The meaning of life
The secret behind love
The sagest of guides
Is she the answer
To any problem posed
She sits so serene
What worlds does she know
Can she see past life
When she looks at the sky
She gazes into my soul
With those glowing green eyes
Does she understand
What dark matter is
Is the love that she gives
The greatest of gifts
Some would say she's just a cat
But I know the truth
She's the wisdom of ages
In a purring cat suit
Rescue Me - The Oregon Cat Project - Lake Oswego, OR
The website is here
You can donate here
Adoptable cats are here
About TOCP
The Oregon Cat Project’s mission is to eliminate the needless euthanasia of cats and kittens due simply to their being homeless, to provide safe and loving sanctuary until homes can be found, and to help to create a no-kill society for all animals through aggressive sterilization and heightened public awareness.
The Oregon Cat Project founded in 2010 is a 501(c)(3) non-profit feline advocacy that is comprised of a three-stage plan. First, the establishment of an adoption center for cats and kittens in need. TOCP currently maintains a no-kill rescue and adoption center that opened its doors in April 2010 for kittens and cats of all ages including those who test positive for either FIV or FeLV. Over 2300 have been rescued to this point.
The TOCP Thrift Shop
TOCP Thrift Shop is here
TOCP Feline Food Bank
The Oregon Cat Project's Food Bank collects food donations for the cats of low-income community members, feral cat caretakers, and pet rescue organizations & shelters in need. Oregon's hunger rate affects not only people, but also their pets. It is our goal to ensure that the community's companion animals never go hungry by providing assistance to their families. We are currently seeking the donation of wet and unopened dry cat food, and cat litter. Monetary donations are used to pay for delivery of donated food or to purchase discounted food. Your gift will have an immediate impact on the quality of life of cats and their families. We need your help. You can help in many different ways.
Go our Amazon Wish List. All items are free shipping if you spend $35 or more. Happy shopping. We welcome your donations of wet and/or dry cat food and cat litter at the following locations: The Oregon Cat Project Adoption Center, 342 B Ave, Lake Oswego Do you know any vets who will provide free or low cost spay and neutering and low cost shots?
Contact us at TheOregonCat@Gmail.Com Days & Hours: Open most Saturdays & Sundays of the month from 1-3 or until food runs out. Check our Facebook page for any closures. No Pets, No Smoking & No Restrooms at Food Bank. Public Transportation We are located on B Avenue between 3rd & 4th and the LO Transit Center is B and 4th. Connection 35-Macadam/Greeley36-South Shore37-Lake Grove78-Beaverton/Lake Oswego The Oregon Cat Project's general guidelines are listed below. You are asked to read and agree to these in order to receive assistance. These guidelines are set up so that we may help as many people as possible.
One applicant per household ~ Proof of spay/neuter is required for all pets. You will have 1 month to provide proof of spay/neuter for each pet. If not altered you have2 months to have your pet spayed/neutered. If your pet is too old or has a medical condition that prevents the pet from being spayed/neutered, you will be required to bring a note from a vet. If unable to spay/neuter pet due to income, let us know. ~ When possible, we strive to provide a 1 month supply of pet food per household, up to reasonable limit. ~ Food is distributed when donations are available. At this time each applicant can pick up food once a month. ~ We offer temporary assistance for feeding pets. We are not to be used as a permanent source of pet food. ~ We ask for personal information when you apply but do not share it with anyone and all information is kept strictly confidential. ~ No one in the household is to resell food or items provided by the Food Bank. If we find out the food or item(s) were resold, your household and all members involved will be banned from assistance indefinitely. ~ We are providing a service to the community and ask that recipients receive only as much food as they need so that we can help as many needy pet owners as possible.
If false information is provided on an application (number of animals, etc.), your household and all members involved will be banned from assistance indefinitely. ~ We consider special requests for certain formulas or flavors of dog and cat food (i.e., Senior, Indoor, etc), but are only able to give what we have at the time the request is made. All potential recipients must come to our distribution site in order to receive pet food. We reserve the right to make exceptions on a case-by-case basis. ~ We accept donations of all kinds of pet food. By accepting food and/or services from the Food Bank, the recipient, all household members, their friends and family agree not to hold the Food Bank, its staff, volunteers, and benefactors legally liable in the unfortunate event the recipient's pet(s) becomes ill or the food upsets the pet's stomach. ~When you receive pet food from the Food Bank, you are aware of the potential risks involved with feeding your pet(s) a new food, since it's unlikely the pet food received is your pet's usual brand(s). ~ We reserve the right to make exceptions based on individual need. ~ We reserve the right to refuse anyone under any circumstance. The Oregon Cat Project is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) charity that is solely supported by your charitable contributions. Your tax-deductible donations are the bedrock of our organization, broadening the flexibility of our many programs and literally saving thousands of cats lives.