MEOW's 4th Annual Auction & Wine Tasting Fundraiser

Cat's Amore!
July 25, 2009 at 7:00 p.m.
North Bellevue Community Center
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Thank you so much for donating. We have received over 200 fantastic and interesting items. We are no longer accepting items for the auction. If you have a question about the auction, please e-mail meowauction@gmail.com.

An evening of hilarious stand-up comedy with the start of Animal Planet's Emergency Vet: Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald.

July 9, 2009 at 8:30 p.m.
Laughs Comedy Spot

A portion of proceeds will go to MEOW Cat Rescue!

In early February, MEOW Canine Division, led by Kelly Starbuck, accepted 18 dogs seized in the Snohomish County puppy mill investigation. All the dogs need medical and/or behavioral intervention and treatment. Kelly and her team of foster families have vowed to bring each one back to health and adoptability. In these dogs’ futures, there will be ear, hernia, and c-section surgeries, as well as major dental work, and spays and neuters. As you can imagine, this rescue will be very expensive.

How to Help

Thank you for your generous support of MEOW.

We’d also like to say a great big thank you to Dr. Kung and Rainier Veterinary Clinic for making time to examine these dogs and for providing their services at a discounted fee.

In the last two months, the dogs have spent time healing and learning. Several have found their forever homes as did Fido the cat. The others are still looking, but are certainly ready and waiting. Read their stories.

Sammy is a handsome, 5-year old, orange tabby boy with a gentle soul who absolutely adores other cats. He is currently living in one of our free roaming rooms at the shelter, where he has earned the title of Official Kitty Greeter. Each time a new cat is moved into the room, Sammy takes them under his wing and helps them adjust to the change. It’s not surprising to walk into the room and find yet another cat snuggled up with Sammy. Since he loves other cats so much, Sammy would do best in a home with another cat who would appreciate a friend. While Sammy is more reserved with people, he does love a good chin scratching. A quiet and compassionate person that gives Sammy the time he needs to feel safe in his new home will be rewarded with a lifetime of quiet purrs and a snuggle partner. Sammy has been at the shelter since January 20, 2009.

Our gorgeous little lady, Sophie, with the penetrating gold eyes and long, silky fur, is a playful princess just waiting to find her new home. Sophie just loves to play and will chase, jump, and bat around wand toys until she’s completely out of breath. After her play fest, she loves to be rewarded with treats and will gladly ask for more. She has a delightful purr that she’ll share with anyone willing to love her. Although Sophie loves humans, she would prefer not to share her home with other cats. Sophie has been at the shelter since February 13, 2009.

Milo came to us with trust issues. He’s been in a foster home for about a year and in that time he and his foster mom have worked on those issues. We now believe he’s ready for his forever family. He needs a family who will understand him and his signals and give him his space when he needs it. Milo's heart is truly as golden as his very gold eyes. He will greet you with deep purrs when you come home, and sleep at the foot of your bed at night. He enjoys watching your activities and the outside world from a comfortable lounging place. He plays with all things wiggly and really enjoys diving into a towel or newspaper page placed on the floor. Milo doesn't demand a ton of attention; as long as there is quiet activity going on around him, he is mostly content to just be with you.

Once Milo has settled into a new home, we’re certain he will show just how playful and fun he is. He has a polite little meow, adores neck, cheek and chin rubs, and really, really, really loves his catnip! If you are the gentle soul who is destined for Milo, please come meet him.

Although the holiday season has passed, we are still accepting pet food donations. Stop by the shelter, say hi, and bring a donation of dry or canned pet food to help families in need.

Sometimes all that is needed to keep a pet in his or her home is a little food and a little help. Donations will be given to Hopelink in Kirkland for distribution. We have collected and delivered almost 1000 pounds of food so far!

In the summer, shelters spill over with fresh young faces. We’re all smitten with kittens. They’re cute and cuddly, amusing and adorable. But what about last year’s kittens who have now grown into cats? The tall, thin tabby boy with a torn ear who pretends not to notice as you walk by; the long-haired lady who waits patiently in her cage for someone to speak her name; the pair of siblings who desperately want to stay together.

At MEOW, we value every precious life equally. That’s why we are kicking off our Adopt an Adult Campaign and have reduced our adoption fee for cats over the age of one year to just $45.

10 Reasons to Adopt an Adult Cat

Cat or Kitten, Which Should You Adopt?

Most adult cats in shelters are there because of a change in their home or family situation, not due to any fault of their own. These were the kittens that someone found irresistible last year or maybe several years ago. They all have a story. They all wait to be chosen once again, to be special to someone, to be accepted just as they are. If you’re thinking of adding a pet, please consider giving your love to one of the wonderful and worthy adult cats who want nothing more than to love you right back.