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5TH Letter From the President ANNIVERSARY

EDITION On March 17, 2013 we more who need our became a 501c3 non- help. profit. We started with my mother’s cat, Ninety June’s Senior Cat Nine, who had nowhere Rescue has done to go after my mother much with our eight passed away. Since that foster homes and lim- Janet and Jimmy ited resources, but we time, 5 years ago, over impact in our senior cat’s lives know to make a bigger 200 senior cats have by leaving us a gift in their will or come through our doors difference, we need to trust. Please read more about to find sanctuary. This become a sanctuary INSIDE THIS Felix’s Legacy Program on page milestone has us reflect- for the hospice cats I S S U E : 2. ing where we have been who have nowhere to Letter from the 1 as well as where we go. To start we creat- Together we can make a differ- President want to go. While we ed Felix Legacy Fund ence. have helped so many where our supporters, A True 1 With Gratitude, cats, we have had to can make an turn away many, many enormous Janet Philippsen A True Superhero, 2 continued Felix Legacy Fund 2 A True Superhero Why I foster for 3 June’s Senior Cat We all want to believe in superheroes; those amazing characters who pos- Rescue sess immeasurable strength, conquer all obstacles, and inspire us to be big- ger, better people. They are wonderful to dream about, but I didn’t believe Cats for adoption 3 they existed beyond comic books and movies, until I met Felix. Felix came to June’s as a very sick 19 year-old kitty. For one reason or another, he was Wish list & Volun- 4 teers Needed surrendered to the local shelter where he contracted an upper respiratory in- fection. He lost two pounds and was scared, depressed, and confused. Continued on pg. 2 P A G E 2 Felix enjoying life A True Superhero, cont. superhero style. His entire life had been is anything but "old". obstacle or how bad the turned upside-down and He uses his superhero odds. But most important- he didn’t understand why, strength and determina- ly, he has taught me to but his world, and mine, tion to overcome life- love deeply and were about to change. threatening obstacles completely, as only Felix came into my home including: a tooth ab- someone with as a hospice foster scess, surgery to re- superhuman strength can. through June’s. My move rotten teeth, se- Through this journey, I’ve thought was, I'd nurse vere arthritis in his realized that a little bit of him back to health and let back, and kidney faith can take one further him enjoy his remaining disease. He refuses to than they ever imagined. months in peace and let anything keep him Felix is now 20 years old, comfort. I felt I was doing from living life on his and continues to prove to him a favor by helping terms. He simply isn’t the world that determina- him have a happy done living, and no one, tion, love, and faith can ending. I didn’t realize vet or otherwise, will tell truly move mountains, as then, but it was actually him when he’s done. well as save lives. Felix who would be doing Over the last year Felix I am incredibly grateful to me the favor. has become one of my June’s for allowing me the greatest teachers. He chance to experience the It's been over a year now has taught me to live in wonderful lessons that are and Felix is thriving in my the moment, like best taught by our furry home. He enjoys soaking up the morning friends. The newly created sunbathing, snuggling, sun, and to enjoy the Felix Legacy Fund will ex- chasing toys, and small things, like tend far beyond Felix's bossing the dogs around chasing but-terflies. He living years. It will benefit (cats rule, dogs drool af- has taught me to never many senior cats and ter all). He is full of char- to give up, no matter humans alike. He is acter and charm, and he how big the nothing short of a living legend: a true superhero. You Can Be a Superhero too!

A gift in your will or trust, beneficiary designation on a retirement fund, life insurance policy, banking or investment account, as well as donation of land or a facility so we can build a cage-free sanctuary are just some of the ways you can continue your life- changing help for senior cats like Felix. For more information about the Felix Legacy Fund please contact us at [email protected].

J UNE ’S SENIOR CAT RE SCUE VOLUME 4 ISSUE 1 P A G E 3 Why I foster for June’s Senior Cat Rescue

comfortable with their new sur- I love cats. Anyone that knows me People ask me how I can stand can attest to that! I would love to roundings. Some start out tim- idly exploring and peeking out of to give them up when some- have many more cats of my own, one comes to adopt them. I but any cat owner of a senior cat their safe rooms, then dashing back in when a scary dog goes have to say when they leave, it can tell you that sometimes, the tugs at my heart, but I love that vet bills can be daunting. Foster- by, or an unexpected noise star- tles them. Then they get more they have a new forever home ing for June’s is the best of both where they will be loved the worlds. I get to have more cats, and more comfortable, until they become part of their new rest of their days! It is hard to and I don’t have to pay the vet give them up, but I keep the bills. That’s a win-win in my book! temporary family. Some just take over the house from the memory of that special little creature in my heart forever. As I get older, I understand how it first day! must feel for the senior kitties we Once they are comfortable, they Proud Foster Mom for June’s care for to lose the only family Senior Cat Rescue, they have ever known, and end up select a favorite toy, and maybe in a small cage in a noisy, scary make new friends with the oth- er cats or the dogs that live Michele animal shelter. Change is so hard for them! I love to watch the new here. Then their personalities arrivals at my home become really begin to shine! Cats for Adoption

Sweetie Pie, 11 year old Ginger , 11 year old spayed female Tinsel, 11 year old spayed female spayed female with only 3 legs. Sweetie Pie, one of Michele’s current fosters who is up for adoption.

Tinker, 15 year old spayed Pavi, 10 year old spayed Female Chiquita, 12 year old spayed Female female Volunteers Needed

• Many of the cats we take in are sanctuary/hospice Helping to keep the senior cats and will live the rest of their lives with us. To years golden. be able to continue our mission of rescuing senior cats, we need additional foster homes. We offer two foster programs, one for adoptable cats and one for hospice cats. Medical bills are payed for by the rescue, you just provide the food, litter, and love! • We also need volunteers to help with event planning, grant writing, transportation, web Dini adopted in 2018. development, and newsletter writing. • If you are interested in becoming a foster or volunteer please contact us at 505-220-3528.

Other Ways to Help

We can always use donations for If you shop at Smiths you can help support our senior kitties. Here is a partial our senior cats each time you swipe your list of items from our Amazon wish Smith’s Reward card. June’s Senior Cat list: Rescue is enrolled in the Smiths Community  Monetary donations Rewards Program so all you have to do is  Clumping cat litter select #87548 when you enroll. For questions call 888-876-4847.  Canned pate cat food.

 Feliway plug-ins You can also follow us on:  Petsmart gift cards Facebook @ June's Senior Cat Rescue  Rescue Remedy for pets We also have a wish list on Amazon.com Twitter @ Junesseniorcats just look us up in the wish list tab. Instagram @ Junesseniorcats PO Box 16521 Additionally, you can register with us on Albuquerque, NM 87191 Amazon Smile. XXXX (include amazon Phone: 505-220-3528 smile registration information) Email: [email protected]