Cats By Invitation Only

People often say they’ll adopt the cat that chooses them. They want the one that comes right up to them with a big hello!

But what about the cats who aren’t brave enough to make the first move? They’re the ones who sit in the back of their cage or hide under the blankets.

Nobody gives these cats a second look. They get passed by week after week, watching the friendlier, more confident cats find homes.

Some of them just have a shy streak. Others are extremely friendly in the home environment, but are terrified when placed in a cage at a busy pet store.

These special cats need somebody who sees with their heart instead of their eyes. We hope you fall in love with one of these faces!

Links to our shy cats: Dreamweaver  Sunny Day  all available cats

Almost Home Foundation now has a Facebook Welcome Page

We now have a Facebook welcome page! There you will find links to most all of our social networking sites. You can also sign up for our email blasts directly from Almost Home's new Facebook welcome page. And also from our welcome page you can access all of our digital stories that the CS team has posted on Almost Home's main YouTube channel.

Please comment to let us know your thoughts and suggestions.

Rescued a Second Time

RESCUED A SECOND TIME

An Almost Home Foundation Rescue Story...





posted by TSV

Running for Rescue

WHERE WILL YOU BE ON SEPTEMBER 18, 2011?

Come participate in the Almost Home Foundation's "Running for Rescue 5K Certified Race/3K Dog Walk."

Palatine StreetFest event

VISIT US AT  PALATINE STREETFEST!!     VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TOO!

Almost Home Foundation will again be represented at the Palatine StreetFest event, which is planned for the weekend of August 26 through 28.This will be our fourth year and, again, NO dogs are allowed at this event; however, it is a great marketing venue and all non-profit organizations equally split the proceeds from the sales of children’s rides.

All non-profits receive free advertising and a site on the gazebo courtyard, in exchange for having their booths in operation during required hours and sharing the operation of a child game with its surrounding non-profit neighbor.

I will be at our booth for the entire 2-day event, but I need volunteers to assist:

SATURDAY:   11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (I do have one person signed-up );

                            2:00 – 5:00 p.m.,

                            5:00 – 8:00 p.m.;

SUNDAY:        11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.;

                            2:00 – 5:00 p.m.;

                            5:00 – 6:00 p.m. (includes assisting with taking-down booth).

If you are able to volunteer during any of these times, please e-mail me at linda.pawling@sbcglobal.net or call me on my cell phone:847/909-4667 (I will return those calls after work hours.) Palatine's website is: www.palatinestreetfest.com Thank you!!

Linda Pawling,

Volunteer

August is Almost Home Foundation's Black Cat Month

Check out our digital story on some of our Hidden Treasures & Lucky Charms.

and please comment to let us know what you think.

Check our home page in August for more on Black Cats!

Almost Home Foundation needs more temporary homes for their dogs

Almost Home Foundation needs to expand thier foster pool! Lots of dogs that come through would do best as only pets....these dogs end up alone in the kennel and get depressed, which doesn't help them get adopted. If you don't have a dog...would you consider fostering one of these guys? If you do have a dog, how about a temporary play mate? It's not easy, but its extreamly rewarding and your help is desprately needed.

You can check out our dogs waiting for a temporary home below.

A "Day in the Life" of a rescue animal at Almost Home Foundation

When people think of stray & abandoned pets, they imagine dirty dogs & cats fighting in an alleyway, or pets that are abandoned because there is something wrong with them.    This video shows the real faces of homeless pets.

This video was created by EGV as a Public Service Announcement.

4th of July ranks highest in lost pets, tips to keep your pets safe

The 4th of July is a time to celebrate independence, enjoy barbeques and watch fireworks light up the sky. Sadly, it is the #1 day in which pets get lost and end up in shelters. Chances are, a high-kill shelter.

Many celebrations in the Chicago area begin before the 4th of July, so it is important to use caution even days before the holiday.


Continue reading July ranks highest in lost pets, tips to keep your pets safe by Joshua-Paul Angell

Pet allergies- tips that will allow you to keep your pet and stay healthy

It is no secret, the Chicago area faces an epidemic, like many other parts of the country in the number of unwanted pets.

Some choose to buy what they think are "allergy free" pets, often mislead by breeders and area pet shops. Most of these pets end up being euthanized at local high-kill shelters.

Even if you or someone in your family suffer from pet allergies, in most cases there is no need to give up your beloved pet. Continue reading: Pet allergies by Joshua-Paul Angell