SAFE "Lucky" St. Patrick's Day Benefit for Mobile Pet Adoption Unit

St Paddy's Day is March 17 and you know you just HAVE to eat corned beef n cabbage to bring you good luck throughout the year!

SAFE volunteers will be busy cooking again in an effort to raise funds for the SAFE Mobile Pet Adoption Unit , which will keep homeless pets nice and cool during the long Florida summer.

On March 17 SAFE will be preparing "Lucky" Corned Beef & Cabbage Lunches and is encouraging businesses to order these delicious and lucky lunches to support SAFE.
The reason they are "Lucky" is that each lunch ordered will come with a FREE RAFFLE TICKET! At the end of the day one lucky SAFE supporter will win a $25 gift certificate to the Oasis Restaurant and a Super-Duper "Lucky Dog/Cat Gift Basket" for their pets!!!!
Lunches will include 1/4 lb. of hot corned beef, fresh rye bread, cabbage , potatoes , brownie and drink! Oh, and of course mustard and..... lots of good luck to the special supporters of SAFE pets! All for $7.50!!! Take-out orders of 5 or more include free delivery.

Please ensure a lucky year for your office, home or friends--and help our pets!!!!
Orders are being taken now. Please call 471-4329 to place an order, or email rnordan_se1@comcast.net

SAFE Weekly News! 14 Adoptions Yesterday!

SAFE had 14 adoptions yesterday at the First United Methodist Church, thanks to the wonderful people at the church and hardworking SAFE volunteers and foster homes!!! What a nice day! Welcome and thanks to all who participated!

Thanks to Carol Mussoline, and Phyllis and Richard Grubb, $234 worth of delicious citrus was sold with all donations going to the newly created SAFE Heartworm Fund to treat heartworm positive dogs rescued from shelters. Citrus will be available next Saturday, too!

Mobile Unit news! The "office" has been created in the Mobile (thanks, Dixie Custom!), the windows have been tinted (thanks, Pat Barton!) and all the seats are out. Pet enclosures are being ordered! We are still in need of donations for a generator and more pet enclosures.

Special, special thanks to Jackie and Henry Dean for donating the Mobile Unit!!!

SAFE would also like to that Carole and George Smith, Sandra and Bunky Roberts, Carol Newby, Marty and Jeannie Miller, The Kearns, and JJ & John Golden for contributing pet enclosures!!

REMEMBER: Spay Day begins Tuesday! PLEASE, if you know anyone who needs an animal fixed in St Augustine or Palm Coast, call me at 904-471-4391 and I will refer you to a participating clinic!

Have a Happy Sunday!
Robin

MANY DOGS NEED HOMES THIS WEEK TOO!!

Whether you want a very small or very large pet- SAFE has both and in between, up for adoption this Saturday at the Methodist Church on King Street, downtown St. Augustine.

Two 11 month old Great Pyrenees pups will be looking for separate forever homes. These beautiful huge white dogs are very friendly and love the water! They were raised with kids and would be great with older children.

For those who prefer the little ones- 6 small Chihuahuas were taken from a puppy mill and are looking for patient adult homes. These are all "special " dogs, are eager to learn that there is life outside of what they had known! They are all learning to walk on a leash this week , but will take weeks of bonding and training. They range from 3 lbs to 10 lbs and are in various colors.

How a bout a Lab /Shepherd mix whop loves to play ball? Or a border collie mix who is super intelligent? Both are completely housebroken!

Beautiful and wonderful cats/kittens are also looking for home including Siamese, Manx, Snowshoe, Maine Coon and more- some declawed. SEE THEIR PHOTOS IN THE LAST 2 POSTS UNDER THIS ONE!!

Many of the dogs we rescue are heartworm positive and so a fund has been set up to help save their lives. 2 local business people have stepped forward to donate goods. All proceeds will benefit SAFE Heartworm fund.

A truck load of freshly picked super sweet navel oranges will arrive at the church at 10 am and you can fill a bag for just $5.

Hand blown glass art pendants will be on sale for $20 . These are beautiful and will come in a variety of styles and colors.

A Kodak Easyshare Camera, Thin blankets, clean pillows, towels, scoopable kitty litter, bleach and laundry soap, collars and leashes are all needed and can be brought to this event.
Please call Robin for more information 471-4329 or Jean at 386-937-3535

MORE Cats for Adoption This Week!!!

Picture 1 is Sanja - She is a 1 year old peach and gray spayed calico kitty who is very outgoing and loveable. She is also DECLAWED.

Picture 2 is Squeeky- She is a gray and white spayed domestic shorthair and is very lovable.

Picture 3 is KC- He is a very outgoing and lovable neutered Manx who purrs all of the time!

These beatiful cats and others (and dogs too!) are up for adoption SATURDAY at the First United Methodist Church on King St beginning at 10 AM!!

My # is 904-471-4329 ~~~ ROBIN

Cats For Adoption Saturday!

WE NEED NEW FOREVER HOMES!!

Picture 1 is Lloyd- He is a 1 year old neutered male snowshoe siamese. He is chubby, outgoing and a real lap cat!

Pictures 2 is Sable- Sable is an 8 yr old spayed female Siamese who is very outgoing, talkative and wonderful. She is the classic Siamese!

Picture 3 is Midnight- She is an 11 month old spayed female Tuxedo kitten. Look at those bog white whiskers!!

They are up for adoption SATURDAY at the First United Methodist Church on King Street this Saturday beginning at 10 AM. My # is 904-471-4329 ~~~ Robin

SAFE Sweethearts Looking for Homes!

We have many adoptable animals in need of homes! Heartbreakers include:

PICTURED RIGHT: Meet Davinci, the smartest dog you will ever meet. He is totally housebroken, knows sit, shake, down and is excellent on a leash. He lives to play fetch and would be a wonderful addition to any active family. He is a "people dog " and wants to be with his humans.

Other DOGS also up for adoption are:

• Gump - A 4 yr. old black Labrador Retriever who was given up when his owner became pregnant.
• Sadie- A 1 1/2 yr old Border Collie/Sheltie mix -prefers adults.
• Bruja and Loca - 2 brindle and white Chihuahua sisters who are 7 lbs and are looking for adult homes. Little Sweeties they are!
• Jackie- 6 yr old Jack Russell Terrier- Housebroken and so easy to love!
• Bull- 1 yr old French bulldog /Chihuahua mix- loves children and woman- will take a bit to warm up to the man of the house. SEE HIS POST & PHOTO BELOW!!!
• Bailey - 9 yr old Shihtzu who is easy to get along with and easy to love.
• PePe- 6 yr old miniature Pincher who misses his owner. Great with other dogs.

CATS looking for homes are:

• Lloyd - the fabulous and very chubby Snowshoe
• Chase- the 10 yr old Orange tabby whose owner passed away. He is declawed in front.
• Sanja- 3 yr old Calico who is loving and sooo clean and proper
• Sable- the 8 yr old Sealpoint Siamese. She is stunningly beautiful and very friendly
• Daisy - the black and white domestic longhair who had a great new home, until an allergic child situation forced her to be returned
• Daniel - a snuggly Maine coon who is 2 yrs old an loves to be loved
• Casper- the solid white domestic shorthair is deaf . He purrs up a storm and is so very well adjusted
• KC is a 1 yr old Black Manx who is super outgoing and affectionate.
• Sammy - Senior orange domestic longhair, PICTURED IN POST BELOW, front declawed and very friendly. Needs homes with no other cats but OK with gentle dogs

Perform a true act of unselfish love this Valentines Day!Adopt a homeless animal and make a difference in the world around you.

Please forward this on and ask people to visit & bookmark this blog site for pictures and the latest list animals in need of homes.... Our animals will be at the First United Methodist Church on King Street this Sat from 10-4. Call for more information!

Robin: (904)471-4329 or (386)937-3535 or call Jean at (386)328-8504

"SAMMY" Still Needs a Home!

Sammy is a very friendly senior cat in great health whose 90-year-old owner could no longer care for him. She was going to have her vet euthanize him for this reason, but the technician contacted SAFE and the kind tech brought him to us with the owner's permission, all the way from Clearwater! He comes with his own litter box and favorite toys.

He is awaiting a new home and has been around gentle dogs but does not like other cats. He needs a home where he can be the kitty king! He is very affectionate and great companion! He is FRONT DECLAWED, indoor-only, and up to date on all shots, & FELV/FIV neg. Please email foster mom Joanna at cause4paws@aol.com if interested in adopting Sammy.

"Bull" Needs a Home!

Bull met this little girl and her brothers at last week's adoptathon. We thought he had a home, but her mom needs a non-shedding dog since one of the children have allergies.

What a cutie! Please help him to find a home this Valentines Day!

Contact Robin if interested! 904-471-4329

Dee Dee and Little Bit are just 2 or the many dogs and cats looking for new homes today at the First United Methodist Church ! Please spread the word- there are more that need to get out of Animal Control on Monday!

I will list some of the breeds we have available today- Shihtzu(I will learn to spell this one day when I have time to do so), Miniature Pincher,Shepherd Mix, French bulldog mix, Yellow Labrador Retriever, Havernese?/labradooodle?, Jack Russell Terrier and more. Cats and kittens include Snowshoe, Flamepoint Siamese (declawed), Calico, Elliot( Mr. Purrsonality kitten) , giant orange tabby (declawed- owner passed) and more!

DOG HANDLERS ARE NEEDED TODAY- PLEASE SPEND A FEW HRS IF YOU CAN!
Hope to see you there. Call me if you have any questions and .....

Thanks!!

Robin

386-937-3535 (cell)

More SAFE Animals Needing Homes! Feb. 6

We couldn't leave them behind! Please pass the link to this blog on to everyone http://www.safepetrescue.bogspot.com so that they can bookmark it and see the list of our animals in need of homes ! More are waiting to be rescued Monday if adoptions are good on Saturday! The shelters are full.

Also - If you can be at the church to handle a dog for a few hrs SAT morning PLEASE come !!!

DOGS for adoption include:

• Beautiful 3 yr old female Yellow Labrador Retriever! Absolutely gorgeous , skinny - but healthy!
• Labradoodle???Havanese???
• Jack Russell Terrier - owner gave up because she left white hair on carpet A bit overweight - needs an active adult home to lose her weight
• Shihtzu- eye infection- this sweetie needs some TLC- can you help her?She may need eye removal, but is sweet as can be and very healthy otherwise- can you be her Valentines Day hero?
• Tiny long haired Chihuahua- senior dog
• French Bulldog-Chihuahua mix.
• Tonkinese cat.
  
  Please call Robin for more info! 471-4329
  Thanks all!!~~~Robin

SAFE's Valentine Weekend Lasagna & Bake Sale: Feb. 13, 14 & 15

If you would like to help homeless pets and also eat some fantastic food, be a part of SAFE Pet Rescue's Valentines Weekend Lasagna & Cake Bake Sale, February 13, 14 & 15!

SAFE will deliver wonderful hot homemade pans of lasagna (feeds 6-8) and/or delightful and delicious homemade cakes or cupcakes to your home or office during the lunch or dinner hours. Deliveries are available in Palatka, St. Augustine and Ponte Vedra areas.

Lasagnas can be meat or veggie and are $35 each. Cakes include Jean's Very Special coconut, Pineapple Upside Down (they look like works of art and taste even better), German Chocolate, Dump Cakes , Valentines Day cupcakes and special order. If you want it, we know someone who can bake it!!! Cakes & cupcakes (cupcakes sold per dozen) are $25

Surprise someone you love with a wonderful home made meal and help the animals of SAFE at the same time!

Please pre-order to ensure prompt delivery!

Call Robin at 904- 471-4329 or Jean 386-328-8504 to place your orders.

SAFE Pets for Adoption - Feburary 5

Oh boy, I'm in love again!!

SAFE Pets looking for homes this Saturday at the First United Methodist Church include:

DOGS FOR ADOPTION:

• Pepper the 7 yr old Miniature Pincher whose owner passed away. Housebroken and loved his entire life - he doesn't understand what has happened and needs a new human to bond with. Extra healthy !
• DeeDee is a 2 yr old Chihuahua/Daschund mix who is cute as can be when she gets to know you. She is 13 lbs and has big Chihuahua ears! She is looking for a quiet, adult home.Housebroken !
• Duchess is a 3 yr old black and tan Daschund who is just 8 lbs and needs lots of love. She is looking for a quiet , adult home .With a bit of TLC she will be a wonderful companion for yrs to come.Housebroken !B
• Buttons is a 1 yr old 11 lb Shihtzu who is go natured and playful. She came in matted and miserable- (they didn't even know what breed she was), after a shave- she is now a happy little 11 lb pup.
• Davinci is The Perfect Dog for an active family or person. He is a 50 lb Shepherd mix who is extremely smart , clean and FUN!!! Davinci loves to play ball, Frisbee, go to the beach and chase the waves!!! He can sit and shake and knows down and he has THAT FACE!!!! If you know someone who is looking for a dog they can teach to bring the newspaper in, then this is THAT dog! Housebroken too- He lived in an apt in Jacksonville!
• Buddy is a 1 yr old Labrador mix who is looking for a quiet and understanding person to be his hero and teach him to be a confident adult dog. he was chained to a tree his entire life, but in spite of this his foster mom says he loves to play with her other dog and is gaining confidence each day!
• Perry the Pomeranian - totally housebroken and easy to handle- what a handsome guy he is. Full of love!!!
• Also coming today- 3 new Chihuahua x's , Daschund x and beautiful Husky!!! and ......a beautiful Yellow Labrador.

CATS FOR ADOPTION include:

• Siamese, Snowshoe, Flamepoint (declawed), Calico, Tuxedo, Maine coon mix
• ELLIOT- The best kitten ever! 11months old black and white outgoing and curious!
• CHASE - a 10 yr old very, very large Orange Tabby whose owner passed away. He is declawed in front!
• SAMMY - A senior long haired orange tabby, front declawed, who came all the way from Clearwater when his 90-year-old owner could no longer care for him. He comes with his own toys, litter box. He has had a full exam and is even microchipped. We prefer to find him a home with no other cats. He is OK with small dogs.

Please pass the link to our blog on- and come to visit us and our animals at the church between 10-4!!!! Call Robin at 386-937-3535 or 471-4329

Spay-ghetti Day a Success!!

Greetings....
On Tuesday, 296 Spay-ghetti meals were sold by SAFE at our Spay-Ghetti Fundraiser. After expenses, $2,006 will go towards spaying animals in need!!! SAFE will use $1,003 towards spaying animals rescued from shelters and the remaining $1,003 will go to the wonderful local veterinarians who have stepped forward and will be performing surgeries for the needy starting on Feb 24!

Thanks go to many- The First United Methodist church continues to be supportive beyond belief and special thanks to church member Nanette (definitely could not have done it without her knowledge). The Leadership of St Johns County headed by Assistant Chief of St Augustine Police Dept Joni Mathis were also invaluable- could never have pulled it off without their help. Thanks of course to the hardworking , multi talented SAFE volunteers(who today will all be receiving new foster children- no rest for the weary) !!! And ..... thanks to all of you wonderful people who supported our efforts and ordered Spay-ghetti meals- I hope they were absolutely delicious!

Have a wonderful day all and keep your self and your animals warm tonight!
--- Robin

PS...If anyone you know needs low cost spay/neuter assistance, be sure to visit http://www.spayneuterpets.com/ - Florida Directory of Low Cost Spay Neuter Programs

Welcome to SAFE Pet Rescue's News Blog!

Welcome to SAFE Pet Rescue's News Blog! I am very excited to introduce you to SAFE, which is an acronym for Saving Animals From Euthanasia . We began this new rescue effort in September 2008 in order to save pets from euthanasia at high kill shelters in the North Florida area. Each week hundreds of healthy and very adoptable dogs , cats, kittens and pups are euthanized at animal control facilities simply because their time has run out. We feel this is wrong and will focus our rescue efforts on pets in these facilities, visiting the shelters and taking them home to begin new lives. Since September, we have rescued over 200 animals, and did 51 adoptions in the month of January alone.

All of our adoption pets are spayed and neutered prior to being adopted, and have their first shots. We require a $60 adoption donation for cats and a $75-$95 donation on dogs to help cover our veterinary expenses.

Please call Robin at 386-937-3535 or Jean at 386-328-8504 if you can help in any way!!! If you think you can't make a difference you are wrong- Just look at the difference we are making in the lives of these wonderful living breathing animals.

We have given these animals a new lease on life. Please get involved and help..subscribe to our blog to get the latest news on animals available for adoption, Adoptathon dates, and fundraising events.

Thank You!
Robin Kantner-Nordan & Jean Motley, Founders