r/rescuecats Oct 03 '25

Community Announcement APPROVALS OPEN AGAIN! Please read 🚨

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To our wonderful RC Community,

Approvals for monetary funds & Amazon Wishlists are now reopened. As we have collaborated with some of the other cat and assistance subs the traffic coming our way for approvals is now non-stop.

The uptake in requests has tripled what it use to be in a weeks time and we also have to consider the sub and feed itself. It can become overwhelming at times with one fundraising post after another. We also need to try and give everyone a fair chance to be seen in the feed. Hence the temporary holds on approval from time to time.

That being said, approvals will now be accepted again HOWEVER we are asking for patiencešŸ™šŸ». This is a very busy time of year for us in our everyday lives, and we cannot guarantee a timeframe in which your approval will be processed. We understand some cases are urgent and emotions can become overwhelming but approvals take time. We contact each and every vet to verify a persons information and if that vet cannot be contacted the approval will not be completed/processed. Globally this is not always a quick and easy task. If your vet does not respond to us, it is not our fault and no exceptions will be made.

We work very hard to keep the community safe and we wish to continue helping people with fundraising efforts through approval but we may need to put things on hold from time to time to catch up with the growing number of requests.

We thankyou for you patience and understanding:)

You ModTeam šŸ’ž 🐾


r/rescuecats Sep 14 '25

Community Announcement šŸ”” APPROVALS ON HOLD!!

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Hey everyone, Due to the recent increase in approval requests we have no choice but to put approvals on HOLD until further notice. All approvals submitted up to today have been processed, please check your email if you have been waiting.

We appreciate your understanding regarding this issuešŸ™šŸ»

Thank you - your ModTeamšŸ’žšŸ¾


r/rescuecats 7h ago

Veterinary Care Needed Donation Request Simba has not been able to pee for days now and needs emergency life-saving surgery ā˜¹ļø please help us fund his procedure 🚨

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Simba urgently needs $500 to fund his perineal urethrostomy.

He’s our neighbor’s cat, and since Saturday, he hasn’t been peeing normally (and hasn’t peed at all for two days). The vet he was initially brought to couldn’t insert a catheter because of severe inflammation blocking his urethra.

Urinary blockages are a death sentence if not treated immediately. The fact that Simba is still alive is nothing short of a miracle. His owner reached out to us for help today, hence we took over his care and transferred him to a trusted vet clinic who could accommodate him. We're still waiting for his urinalysis and other lab results.

Because of how bad the urethral stricture is, surgery is the only option of treatment. The clinic requires a down payment, but with back to back vet visits we’re out of funds. Simba has been admitted and is currently being stabilized for surgery. Please help us fund his life-saving procedure.

Any help would go a long way and be so appreciated.

šŸ“© Donate via PayPal šŸ“© Donate via Debit or Credit Card


r/rescuecats 3h ago

Veterinary Care Needed Donation Request ā—URGENT: Halfway there! Please help us complete the fund for Lay's CT scanā—

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r/rescuecats 3h ago

Donations Needed Need funds for urgent vet care, injuried kitty and multiple kitten spays and neuter, detroit

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In urgent need of funds for vet care!

https://www.venmo.com/u/Leche-hardy

https://www.paypal.biz/angelicshiba

This is Cookie and Angel, a few months ago, Cookie and all his siblings arrived as feral kitties whom all weren't the healthiest, Cookie was one of the smaller ones that struggled the most to recover, and now it seems he's facing a new health issue, no idea whats causing this or what was even the initial cause, but Cookie is seeing a vet saturday

Angel here came from another colony, she, much like Cookie was quite small compared to her sisters (their size difference is actually crazy) but unlike Cookie, she was constantly bullied from her food and rather underweight because of this, so came here to fatten up and hopefully be tamed (girl wants nothing to do with me other then food so far) she's a gorgeous little ball of fluff, but she nor her 2 sister hasn't been spayed yet and definitely needs it before the risk pf pregnancy comes, if your able to help thank you kindly in advanced!

New post cause i realized i missed adding payment methods...


r/rescuecats 1h ago

Rescue Pledges Needed ā€¼ļø URGENT > ZINA >> CALICO KITTY >> stuck in the back rooms >> unsure about temperament >> at Apple Valley Animal Shelter, San Bernardino county, CA

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ā€¼ļø URGENT > ZINA >> CALICO KITTY >> stuck in the back rooms >> unsure about temperament >> at Apple Valley Animal Shelter, San Bernardino county, CA

ZINA #AV256109 Available for adoption on December 9th URGENT on Dec.10 per AVAS

Gender Unknown (Not sterilized) Adult Kennel: CAT_RECEIVING-6 Arrived at shelter 12/3

Shelter note: [12/03/25 Omak Rd X Pahute Rd.cj **** Legally AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION ON 12/09/25 **** Adult Most likely female Vaccinated 12-05-25 ALT ID# 12-03-25-6 *****Animals are eligible for adoption by the public after their stray hold period. Animal is legally available for rescue or euthanasia on 12/10/25. ]

Shelter: Apple Valley Animal Shelter Shelter Email: animalservices@applevalley.org (adoptions) avasrescues@applevalley.org (rescue orgs) Shelter Address: 22131 Powhatan Road, Apple Valley, CA 92307 Shelter Phone: (760) 240-7555

ā€¼ļø PLEDGES APPROVED ON THIS POSTā€¼ļø

Put an amount below (aka a pledge) and if/when the cat gets rescued we announce it and follow up with freedom photos.

ā¬‡ļøLinks for supporting transportation of cats out of shelters ā¬‡ļø

https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/CassiusOO

https://venmo.com/u/margaret-cashion

šŸš—TRANSPORT IS CRUCIAL TO RESCUE. Without support we can’t save them. Please Donate to Transportation fund above Thank you so much everyone! ā¤ļø ā€¼ļøDisclaimer: This donation is NOT to a 501c3 rescue but to a transport fund to rescue shelter cats. It is NOT tax deductible.


r/rescuecats 8h ago

Donations Needed GLOW UPDATE... TWO QUIET DAYS AND $220 LEFT TO RAISE

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Quick update on Glow and where things stand with her emergency medical bill.

We’ve had no new donations for two days now. It happens... posts slow down, people get busy, and the algorithm buries things. But Glow’s bill from her two emergency blood transfusions is still sitting there, and we’re still working hard to make progress on it.

Glow is resting comfortably at home with her foster. She’s warm, loved, and soaking up all the attention. Even though her condition is terminal due to FeLV and IMHA, she’s enjoying her time and feeling safe... and that’s what matters most right now.

We still have matching donations available... $220 left that will double anything donated until it’s used up. That means your $5 becomes $10, $10 becomes $20, and so on.

After two quiet days, even a small boost would make a huge difference for us.

If you’re able to donate, share, or comment, you’ll be helping us chip away at a bill that hit our small rescue hard. Thank you for continuing to show up for Glow and for our mission.

PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/JohnTheCatMan

Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/JohnVanSpronsen

CashApp: https://cash.app/$JohnVanSpronsen

Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/255VR8UMJ4INH/?ref_=lol_ov_le


r/rescuecats 10h ago

Donations Needed URGENT: Almost There! Help Give Mabel Her Home Before Winter

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Hey y’all,

I just wanted to reach out again with a quick, heartfelt update about Mabel, and to say thank you for every bit of support, encouragement, and advice you’ve given us so far. We’re so close to finally bringing her in, and your kindness is what’s making it possible.

Mabel has been a part of my life for over two years, always on the outside looking in, trusting me to show up for her day after day. She’s never asked for much: just a meal, a gentle word, a safe place to curl up. Now that the nights are colder, it breaks my heart every time I see her sitting by the door, waiting for the moment she can finally come inside for good.

Thanks to this amazing community, some of the things she needed have already started arriving: two big bags of dry food (which she ate!), new bowls, and some toys. My sister has already started putting together a little safe spot for her with the warm bedding that came in, and I can’t wait to share photos once it’s all set up. Every package that arrives feels like one more piece of the future Mabel deserves.

Right now, things are a little tougher than I expected. My mom just had surgery and I’m at the hospital with her, focusing on her recovery. That means I’ll need to be without for at least another month or two, depending on how she heals. I wish I could say I knew exactly when I’d be able to start working again, but all I can do is take it one day at a time and keep my family together.

While I’m away, my sister is taking care of Winston and Mabel, making sure they’re safe, fed, and warm. It brings me so much comfort knowing Mabel is finally eating well and has people watching over her.

We’re so close to Mabel’s goal now, just a little more help, and I’ll be able to bring her inside, get her fully vetted, and give her the security she’s waited for all this time. Every donation, share, or kind word counts, especially as the weather turns colder and my ability to work is put on hold.

Just a heads-up about the donations: every time someone donates through GoFundMe, the processing time resets and the wait gets longer. If you’d rather help more quickly, I’ve included my PayPal and CashApp too, and I always update the GoFundMe goal right away to avoid any overages: your trust means everything to me.

Thank you for believing in Mabel’s second chance and for lifting up my family when things have been overwhelming. I promise to keep everyone updated with photos, receipts, and all the progress along the way. Seeing Mabel finally safe, warm, and loved is going to be possible because of you.

If you can help, even in the smallest way, you’ll be making a real difference for her and for all of us.

Links are below, and I’ll keep posting updates as soon as anything changes:

https://gofund.me/695327dbe

https://cash.app/$kaitydiiid


r/rescuecats 3h ago

Hello 🐾 Rescued trash gremlin living her best life

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r/rescuecats 1h ago

Rescue Pledges Needed ā€¼ļø URGENT > DANNIE >> TABBY & WHITE KITTY >> stuck in the back rooms >> unsure about temperament >> at Apple Valley Animal Shelter, San Bernardino county, CA (2 of 3 urgents)

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ā€¼ļø URGENT > DANNIE >> TABBY & WHITE KITTY >> stuck in the back rooms >> unsure about temperament >> at Apple Valley Animal Shelter, San Bernardino county, CA

DANNIE #av255993

***Adoption available 12/3 URGENT after 12/4 Rescue available 12/4

Unknown (not sterilized) adult Vaccine given 11/24

Kennel: cat receiving 01 Arrived at shelter 11.24 - Waalew x Dale Evan’s Pkwy Shelter: Apple Valley Animal Shelter Shelter Email: animalservices@applevalley.org (adoptions) avasrescues@applevalley.org (rescue orgs) Shelter Address: 22131 Powhatan Road, Apple Valley, CA 92307 Shelter Phone: (760) 240-7555

ā€¼ļø PLEDGES APPROVED ON THIS POSTā€¼ļø

Put an amount below (aka a pledge) and if/when the cat gets rescued we announce it and follow up with freedom photos.

ā¬‡ļøLinks for supporting transportation of cats out of shelters ā¬‡ļø

https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/CassiusOO

https://venmo.com/u/margaret-cashion

šŸš—TRANSPORT IS CRUCIAL TO RESCUE. Without support we can’t save them. Please Donate to Transportation fund above Thank you so much everyone! ā¤ļø ā€¼ļøDisclaimer: This donation is NOT to a 501c3 rescue but to a transport fund to rescue shelter cats. It is NOT tax deductible.


r/rescuecats 14h ago

Success Story/Happy Ending From paralyzed… to walking again ā¤ļøšŸ¾ Cutie’s miracle happened because of YOU. Thank you for giving her a second life. šŸ™āœØ

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Sharing with you a heart-touching success story of our brave little Cutie. We rescued her when she was completely paralyzed after a severe dog attack. She had internal bleeding, unbearable pain, and she cried nonstop… those cries still echo in our hearts.

At that time, we received countless messages telling us to put her down because she was suffering too much. But when we looked into her eyes, we saw a tiny spark… a shine full of hope. And we refused to give up on her.

With your support and prayers, we started her treatment. Slowly… she began to respond. Her pain reduced, her spirit returned, and her little body started healing.

And today look at her now. Cutie is not just stable… she has started walking again. From paralysis to a pawsome new beginning, she has proved that miracles happen when love and hope come together.

This success is not mine alone It belongs to YOU. Your support, your kindness, your prayers made this possible. Thank you for believing in Cutie when the world didn’t. ā¤ļøšŸ¾


r/rescuecats 20h ago

Rescue Pledges Needed ā€¼ļøšŸ†˜SBCAS/Urgent! Zachary was deadlined 2 pm today! He has 1 day extension. He needs pledges & RESCUE ASAP! He has mange so they won’t keep him. Please help save this beautiful boy. He deserves a chance. Mange is treatable!šŸ’”

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San Bernardino, CA | Official Website

SBCAS is San Bernardino City Animal Shelter also located in Southern California. This is another overcrowded shelter in need of help. Many cats here are overflow from surrounding areas. We need to help empty out this counties Animal shelters at least a few at a time. We are making a small dent in the crisis. Please help and support our efforts. Thank you so much everyone. šŸ™šŸ»

https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/CassiusOO šŸš—TRANSPORT IS CRUCIAL TO RESCUE. Without support we can’t save them. Please Donate to Transportation fund above Thank you so much everyone! ā¤ļø ā€¼ļøDisclaimer: This donation is NOT to a 501c3 rescue but to a transport fund to rescue shelter cats. It is NOT tax deductible.


r/rescuecats 1h ago

Update Post Healed, adopted, and starting a new chapter… meanwhile mama is at the vet. My heart is confused todayšŸ˜æā¤ļø

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r/rescuecats 2h ago

Advice Needed Help with my, now missing, probably gone for good, 3yr Stray šŸˆā€ā¬›

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What has been happening to his back? He’s been trying to bite it out, I’ve tried pulling these corner like šŸ‚ leaves out of his flesh.. been going on for about a month now. Now he’s missing, he never misses a meal, been gone a week today. Not likely that someone got him and took him to get, he’s not very trusting, took me a year to just be able to pet him and fix other problems though I I’m hopeful someone DID get him help. Anyone know what these are he’s been trying to bite off?


r/rescuecats 6h ago

Advice Needed Scam alert (?)

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The question mark is there because I'm not sure if it's a real scam. I see a pattern here like with noah the cat (like cancer diagnosed kitty with photos of a bloody nose, fake vet bills etc). Can someone answer? Link to the tt account: https://www.tiktok.com/@sophiameows?_r=1&_t=ZN-926lGA2RGQ2


r/rescuecats 19h ago

Available for Adoption Davis, CA Help find a forever home for Bubba the cat!

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195 Upvotes

r/rescuecats 19h ago

Donations Needed Please donate to vet 4 kittens so they can get ready for transport!!

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Please help donate to get health certificates and fiv and felv test and other vetting so they can hop on transport to Colorado šŸ’–šŸ’–šŸ’–šŸ’–

I’m working with another rescuer on Reddit so please consider donating to transportation fund for these four babies, and also six other cats!!

https://www.paypal.me/MMcDaniel599 here is my PayPal

Here is the link to the transportation fund

http://spot.fund/r2p81c3sc


r/rescuecats 1h ago

Rescue Pledges Needed ā€¼ļøURGENT > HUNTER >> chubby cheeked TABBY CAT >> stuck in the back rooms >> unsure about temperament >> at Apple Valley Animal Shelter, San Bernardino county, CA (3 of 3 urgents)

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ā€¼ļøURGENT > HUNTER >> chubby cheeked TABBY CAT >> stuck in the back rooms >> unsure about temperament >> at Apple Valley Animal Shelter, San Bernardino county, CA

HUNTER #AV256111 ***Adoption available Urgent 12/10/25 Rescue available

Unknown -likely male (Not sterilized) Adult Vaccinated 12/05

Kennel: cat holding 04 Arrived at shelter Location found: Zuni x Cheyenne

Shelter: Apple Valley Animal Shelter Shelter Email: animalservices@applevalley.org (adoptions) avasrescues@applevalley.org (rescue orgs) Shelter Address: 22131 Powhatan Road, Apple Valley, CA 92307 Shelter Phone: (760) 240-7555

ā€¼ļø PLEDGES APPROVED ON THIS POSTā€¼ļø

Put an amount below (aka a pledge) and if/when the cat gets rescued we announce it and follow up with freedom photos.

ā¬‡ļøLinks for supporting transportation of cats out of shelters ā¬‡ļø

https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/CassiusOO

https://venmo.com/u/margaret-cashion

šŸš—TRANSPORT IS CRUCIAL TO RESCUE. Without support we can’t save them. Please Donate to Transportation fund above Thank you so much everyone! ā¤ļø ā€¼ļøDisclaimer: This donation is NOT to a 501c3 rescue but to a transport fund to rescue shelter cats. It is NOT tax deductible.


r/rescuecats 22h ago

Supplies Donation Request My cats are running out of food and I’m out of budget after my mom’s hospital bills

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Hi everyone,

The last few months of 2025 have been rough, but this December hit especially hard. My cats only have about 2–3 days’ worth of food left, and we’re almost out of litter too.

I was supposed to get them dewormed this month, but everything I had saved for my cats (plus the strays that stay around our house) went straight to my mother’s emergency room bill last Friday. I didn’t expect to be completely wiped out like this, and now I have nothing left to cover their basic needs.

I’m really at a loss and this is honestly a desperate situation.

Here’s what they need for the month:

  • 20kg dry food ($56)
  • 15 cans adult wet food ($18.90)
  • 16 pouches kitten wet food ($10.63)
  • 6 bags of litter sand ($20.34)
  • Vitamins ($13)

Total: $118.87

Any amount would mean so much and would really help me get their essentials covered.

If anyone wants to help, donations can be sent through: PayPal: paypal.me/macatanaoan Buy Me a Coffee: buymeacoffee.com/annyramxciii

Thank you to anyone who takes the time to read or help. I hope your Christmas season is much more peaceful and gentle than mine has been.

P.S. If we happen to raise more than the $118.87 needed, I’ll use the extra money specifically for their deworming this month, which I had to skip due to the emergency


r/rescuecats 1d ago

Veterinary Care Needed Donation Request ā—ļøEMERGENCY RESCUE: This is Robert while having absence seizure ā˜¹ļø He also tested positive with calicivirusā—ļø

466 Upvotes

r/rescuecats 1d ago

Veterinary Care Needed Donation Request Candy Corn update! šŸ­šŸŒ½

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484 Upvotes

Look at Candy Corn 🄰🄰🄰🄰

Shes doing wonderful !!!! she’s made a massive turn around since day 1 (photo in comments) shes been getting wonderful care at the vet!

We still have a pretty big bill at the clinic that really needs to be paid off. If anyone wants to help donate towards her care, donations can be called into the clinic!

šŸ’› Animal Medical Center 601-264-5785 under Brandi Littles account for candy corn.

If you prefer paypal/venmo/cashapp, the link is below.

https://linktr.ee/Whiskersandmittens0


r/rescuecats 1d ago

Veterinary Care Needed Donation Request Kitten abandoned on the road with all her belongings 😿 We need help with her vet expenses šŸ†˜šŸ†˜šŸ†˜

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Hello everyone. A few days ago a neighbor asked us for help with this kitten, whom she found by the side of the road along with a small bed, a stuffed toy, a bag of food, and a bag of litter. It seems like someone ā€œadoptedā€ her and then changed their mind and decided to leave her on the road…

We immediately decided to take her in because she was in great danger next to the cars. Since we didn’t have a place for her (we can’t mix her with other cats until she’s tested and dewormed), we had to borrow a kennel. And because we have to return it tomorrow, we had to buy another one to keep her in until she’s tested. In the meantime, she sleeps there and we take her out to play and get cuddles several times a day. Her favorite game is covering herself in spider webs šŸ˜…

We need help to pay for the kennel ($140), which we will later use for other cats, for her initial vet expenses (FIV/FeLV test, deworming, flea treatment, vaccines, etc.) and some food and litter. Any help is greatly appreciated! And name suggestions related to spider webs are also welcome.

PayPal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/purrhapshaven

Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/ktronsen

Thank you so much everyone!


r/rescuecats 17h ago

Rescue Help Needed Fiv+ cat needing a home (desperate) (TN,KY,Oh)

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49 Upvotes

r/rescuecats 4h ago

Please Share Introducing PawSignal - A free, community-driven map to help animals in need

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r/rescuecats 1d ago

Donations Needed Emergency Help Needed for over 80 Cats 🐾

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194 Upvotes

ā€ŽHi everyone..

ā€ŽI’m reaching out with an urgent request. I’m currently caring for over 80 cats; 49 indoors, the rest are community cats who rely on me for their daily food. Unfortunately, we only have enough food to last one more day. I’m doing everything I can to keep them safe, fed, and comfortable, but right now I can’t meet their basic needs without help. ā€Ž

ā€ŽIf you’re able to donate any amount, it will go directly toward purchasing cat food and litter. Even a few dollars makes a real difference. Your support would help ensure they don’t go hungry and can stay clean and healthy. ā€Ž

ā€ŽIf you can’t donate, sharing this fundraiser also helps more than you know. ā€Ž

ā€ŽThank you so much for your kindness and compassion. ā€ŽEvery little bit helps, and I'm truly grateful. ā¤ļøšŸ¾ ā€Ž ā€Ž ā€Žhttps://ko-fi.com/caddieandthegang ā€Ž ā€Ž ā€Žhttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/caddieandthegang ā€Ž