Free kittens need homes in Butler

[rebeccahowes]

In reply to everyones negative response, #1, I would love to get my cats spayed, but I have six cats that need spayed or neutred, all homeless cats that came off the streets. I could of let them starve or freeze to death, but I really love animals and could not do that to them. I have five small children that I am having a hard time keeping them fed and clothed. But we manage by the grace of God. I wish with all my heart that I had enough money to rush all of my cats to the vets this very moment. The vets that I called in my town charge approximately $150.00 per cat. This is why there is so many unspayed cats running around our city. I offer free kittens because some people cannot afford to pay 25.00 for a kitten. I have turned people away because, after talking to them, I could tell they did not have my kittens best interests in their hearts. I have a gift of seeing into people's hearts. I am so ashamed of the responses I received this eve. You guys or gals are very judgmental. I can only imagine how you felt about Tiger Ranch. I am a person who gives my heart and soul to my children and cats. I have very awesome adult cats in my home that were homeless with nowhere to go. My neighbors hate cats, the people two doors down feed any stray cats they can find to their dog, and I am only supposed to have two cats and if my landlord finds out I have more, I will become homeless myself. A true cat lover helps any cat that needs a home regardless of whether they can afford to spay or neuter their unwanted and desparate cat. I called the pound to help me and they charge $100.00 to take in a stray cat. I have met people who told me to take the kittens to a creek and drown them. I have had the police tell me that I am not allowed to leave out food for strays or I will be fined. For the people who were so rude regarding my post, why don't you spend your energy on helping anyone who is willing to take time for animals instead of criticizing people who really care. My offer still stands: Free kittens to good homes!!! Rebecca

[Karen]

No one meant to make you feel bad, just to put that info in any ad or flyer, to discourage people who want the kittens for less-than-noble purposes. You don't necessarily have to follow through, for example, you can charge them $5, and make them promise to spend the money instead on spaying or neutering. Then put the $5 in a jar towards spaying the momma when you can!

[Medusa]

I also second Karen's reply as well. No criticism was meant, just concern for the safety of the kittens. Instead of giving free kittens, you might try giving a few cans of free kitten food and vitamins when someone purchases a kitten from you. In this way, a minimum amount of money is spent but the safety of the kittens is assured. We all recommended that you charge a fee because, unfortunately, experience has taught us that, if you don't, bad things can happen to them. We already understand that you're doing what you can. Otherwise, you wouldn't have posted on this forum. Good luck.

[kb2yjx]

Whoa!!! Got your pm.All those who responded were not being " judgemental." These are folks who have been involved in rescue for eons, and know what happens to " FREE " kittens. We all understand the vet costs, many of those
who posted have multiple cats and care is not cheap! And we all do the best we can...

[3muttsandaboston]

Here is a list of low cost spay/neuter programs. I got my 2 spayed through a spay/neuter clinic for $45 each. This list should really help you. Also call your local animal shelters and ask them about low cost spay/neuter centers.
http://www.lovethatcat.com/spayneuter.html

[Sprinter's_mommy]

I think in this area the rebecca and I live...we never hear of anyone charging for cats or kittens unless they are a humane society or a rescue. Rebecca's kitty's are just strays that come to her home and just a hobby she has out of her own home...not a nonprofit or anything...so I don't think she meant any harm by saying free kittens. Unfortunately, people around here will not take kittens if they have to pay...they only pay for rescues and shelters because they already have all their shots and spayed/neutered, but if a kitten doesn't have that yet, they won't pay for it...that's just the sad mentality of people around here and most of the surrounding area is old-fashioned, conservative farmers who believe cats should be outside chasing out the mice from the barn...grrr.

[Catty1]

Did you check out the low cost spay-neuter links for your state? I think they were in another thread....

[Tora Oni]

No one meant to make you feel bad, just to put that info in any ad or flyer, to discourage people who want the kittens for less-than-noble purposes. You don't necessarily have to follow through, for example, you can charge them $5, and make them promise to spend the money instead on spaying or neutering. Then put the $5 in a jar towards spaying the momma when you can!

Well only thing is that not so secure I just charge them the amount you will spend on spay and neuter and then tell them they have to wait till the kittens spayed/neutered. If need be have a contract, I know that sounds intense since you not doing this for money and your not a breeder but tell them why this means to cat lovers like ourselves. Honestly I judge if I could trust that person or know that person well enough to know that they would do that despite a low charge fee because there are tons of free kittens ads and if they aren't sincere then they won't get the kittens.

[rebeccahowes]

Tora Oni, your cat is so beautiful. I apprecite your advice. What is weird in this state and town that I am living in is that there are no ads for kittens. There seems to be a shortage of kittens in my town which has worked out really good for me. I have been able to pick and choose who takes my kittens. Every person that I chose always mentioned having a vet appointment set up for shots and spay. That is why I interviewed so many people and chose the perfect owners. When they told me they would get a vet appointment without me even mentioning this to them, I knew they would give the kittens a good home. I feel really blessed that I have met so many great cat lovers. I truly believe that I have God on my side to help me out through this ordeal that I have been through. My landlord said I could have two cats. He has no idea that I have seven adults and four kittens. I love my adult cats so much. I would move just to keep them. Cats are so special and loving. They are very dedicated to their owners. Your cat is very beautiful. Rebecca