We are a no-kill, cage-free animal rescue and adoption center on the central coast of California.
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Welcome to HART, the Homeless Animal Rescue Team in Cambria, CA. We are a no-kill, cage free animal rescue and adoption center located on the beautiful Central Coast of California. HART’s mission is to rescue domestic animals in need, strays as well as cats who have lost their homes due to death or illness, and place them into good permanent homes. We also aim to eliminate unwanted surplus animals
from being born in our immediate area through our active spay/neuter programs. OUR MISSION
HART is a Volunteer Service Organization whose mission is to rescue domestic animals in need and place them into good, permanent homes, and to eliminate surplus animals from being born through active spay/neuter programs. HART is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization (Federal ID 77-0018508). OUR PHILOSOPHY
Our philosophy is ensuring quality of life to all living creatures, both feral and domestic. OUR HISTORY
HART was founded in 1983 by a small core of volunteers who fostered animals in their own homes. Starting with Mika (a wayward cat in a family way), HART has placed thousands of homeless animals into permanent homes through adoption and foster programs. In 2000 HART acquired its own premises by renting a former veterinarian’s office, allowing us to expand our resources in the community. Our TNR (Trap/Neuter/Release) programs have prevented countless more homeless animals. Through partnerships with educators and other rescue groups HART has helped to develop an effective Humane Education program that has been shared with local schools and communities. In 2012 HART purchased its current location at 2638 Main Street. For over 30 years the overwhelming constant characteristic of HART has been a team of volunteers dedicated to the welfare of the animals, first and always.
11/24/2024
Meet Harlo and Howl, a playful and loving sibling duo ready to bring double the joy to their forever home! Harlo, a gorgeous dilute tortie, and Howl, a handsome ginger tabby, are the perfect pair. These kittens adore each other and love spending their days chasing toys, pouncing on each other, and snuggling up after playtime.
They’re currently in foster care, where they’ve charmed their foster paw-rent with their playful antics and sweet bond. Harlo and Howl would be happiest finding a home together, where they can continue to grow and thrive as a team.
Ready to meet this dynamic duo? Call HART at (805) 927-7377 or email [email protected] to learn more about adopting Harlo and Howl!
11/12/2024
Dearest Reader,
The ton is all aflutter, for a new bachelor has entered the social season! Anthony, our debonair kitten from the esteemed Bridgerton Litter, is the very picture of elegance in his tuxedo tabby attire, complete with crisp white gloves and a stylish brown-striped coat. While his gentle nature favors a serene household, do not mistake this gentleman for a wallflower! Indeed, he is a playful spirit, delighting in lively games and beloved by a wide circle of feline and human friends, each as dear to him as the last. Anthony is a true little gentleman—kind, loyal, and ever in search of the perfect love match.
Could you be the one he's been destined to meet? I daresay, you may be his purrfect match!
🍁 Meet Annie, HART’s November Cat of the Month! This gorgeous one-year-old gray tabby has soft, medium-length fur, striking white eyeliner that frames her green eyes beautifully, and the most adorable pink nose. This sweet girl came to HART as a mother of five tiny kittens, and now that her babies are ready for their own adventures, Annie’s looking for a loving home of her own! Annie is curious, playful, and affectionate. She loves to explore her surroundings and help with projects. As HART’s Cat of the Month for November, her adoption fee is only $25 to help her find the purr-fect match. Come meet Annie at HART! 🍂🐾
Only 13 tickets left! 🎟 Get your tickets today and enjoy a delicious dinner while supporting HART's cats and kittens. 😻🍽 Please join us in celebrating Homeless Animal Rescue Team (HART)'s 41st Anniversary on Wednesday, November 13th at 5pm with a delicious 3-course meal at Robin's Restaurant in Cambria. This dinner will take place in Robin's lovely heated outdoor patio and will consist of salad, a choice of steak, salmon, or vegetarian lasagna, and dessert. A cash bar will be available for guests.
Tickets are $100 per person (gratuity included), and will help raise much-needed funds for HART. Space is very limited (only 20 seats left!), so get your tickets today by clicking here: https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/6b481303-9be5-41f8-9327-ad804d9beaa3
You could also reserve your seats by calling (805) 927-7377 or sending an email to [email protected]. Thank you in advance for supporting HART! 😻
Please join us in celebrating Homeless Animal Rescue Team (HART)'s 41st Anniversary on Wednesday, November 13th at 5pm with a delicious 3-course meal at Robin's Restaurant. This dinner will take place in Robin's lovely heated outdoor patio and will consist of salad, a choice of steak, salmon, or veg...
11/01/2024
🎃✨October was a truly spooktacular month for 2️⃣0️⃣ HART cats and kittens! We’re thrilled to share that 14 of them went home in pairs—nothing makes us happier than seeing siblings and friends find forever homes together. 🧡
We also celebrated some incredible wins in adult cat adoptions! 🔸 Our long-term residents and October Cats of the Month, Gideon and Knicks, finally found their perfect home. We were committed to keeping these boys together, and we’re overjoyed they’re now happy, loved, and side by side in their new family. 🔸 Our sweet senior “kitizen” Lola also found a home where she’ll be spoiled with all the affection she deserves. 🔸 Fiona, another long-term HART resident, has at last found a quiet cat-free home. Life in the shelter was tough for her, but now she can relax and claim her new person’s lap all for herself. 🔸 Kayla, a loving mama cat, met her special purrson in October. 🔸 Little Allie, who was found stuck in a tight spot, was adopted by her rescuer, so we were unable to get our paws on a photo of her. ✨
🧡 A heartfelt thanks to all the wonderful families who opened their hearts to these deserving felines in October! Enjoy these pics of a few of our new families.
10/31/2024
Good Witch Annie, Pumpkin Lizzie, and Captain Sparrow wish you Happy Halloween! They’d love for you to visit them at HART today! 🎃👻🌕🦇 Have fun out there! 🍭🍫🍬
10/26/2024
Meet Boone! 😺 Boone is a 6 month old special needs kitten with an adorable black mask and cape, like a little superhero! He’s outgoing, loves attention and affection, and wants to be wherever his people are. He enjoys riding on shoulders, sitting in laps, and has lived with both cats and dogs, making friends with them all.
Unfortunately, Boone came to HART with a traumatic spine and tail injury that made the start of his life very rough. The injury was so severe that part of his tail had to be amputated, and for a while, he couldn't even relieve himself on his own. But thanks to weeks of healing and loving care from his medical team and foster paw-rent, Boone is now able to feel when he needs to "go." He uses his litterbox as often as he gets the urge, though sometimes he gets the feeling too late and may have an accident. His friends at HART hope that with time, he will fully gain control of his litterbox habits. He tries so hard to get things right - even squatting in the box when he doesn’t have to go! 🥰
Boone is looking for a family that will shower him with affection, love him unconditionally, and help him continue to heal and turn the page to a happier chapter of his life.
Please consider FOSTERING or ADOPTING a cat with medical needs. These cats often wait in the shelter the longest. However, the rewards of loving and caring for a cat with Medical Needs usually outweigh the challenges. It's a great feeling knowing you're giving a home to a special needs cat, and truly saving a life. ❤🏠
10/25/2024
✨You're Invited to join us in celebrating Homeless Animal Rescue Team (HART)'s 41st Anniversary on Wednesday, November 13th at 5pm with a delicious 3-course meal at Robin's Restaurant in Cambria. This dinner will take place in Robin's lovely heated outdoor patio and will consist of salad, a choice of steak, salmon, or vegetarian lasagna, and dessert. A cash bar will be available for guests.
You could also reserve your seats by calling (805) 927-7377 or sending an email to [email protected]. Thank you in advance for supporting HART! 😻
10/16/2024
It’s National Feral Cat Day! 😺
What’s a feral cat? According to alleycat.org “A feral cat is an unsocialized outdoor cat who has either never had any physical contact with humans, or human contact has diminished over enough time that he or she is no longer accustomed to it. Most feral cats are fearful of people, and are not likely to ever become socialized or enjoy living indoors.”
Did you know that HART helps care for Cambria’s community cats? Over the years, HART has done "TNRM" with our local colonies. We have trapped Cambria's feral cats identified in our colonies, and assessed, healed, and neutered or spayed them to keep populations down. Truly feral cats were returned to their colonies, and are currently being Managed. This includes caring for and monitoring feral colonies - supplying food and water, watching for new colony members, and trapping cats that need medical care. Our mission is to reduce feline overpopulation, save innocent lives, and provide the best possible lives for the cats in our community.
Please join us in caring for our community's homeless cats by volunteering to help, or through food or monetary donations.
Phoebe is HART’s office supervisor extraordinaire! At 10 years old, this gorgeous long-haired gray and white tuxie has an eye for detail and a flair for style. Whether she’s filing, typing, or managing important “paw-perwork,” there’s nothing at HART that Phoebe doesn’t have her paws in. Her fashion sense is impeccable, and while she carries herself with a bit of diva flair, she’s also incredibly loving and affectionate, always craving attention.
While HART adores having her as our office supervisor, we know Phoebe is dreaming of a cozy HOME office and a family to adore. Could that be you? If you’re looking for the perfect mix of sass and sweetness, come meet Phoebe at HART today!
✨Meet Mickey! 🎃. Mickey is a handsome ginger and white tabby with striking green eyes, who just celebrated his first birthday. He’s the perfect mix of kitten energy and young adult charm! Playful and full of life, Mickey loves nothing more than batting toys around the floor and engaging in fun games with his favorite humans. He’s always ready for an adventure, and his curiosity keeps him entertained for hours.
But Mickey isn’t just about play—he’s affectionate too, and he enjoys cuddling up for some quality time when the day winds down. This sweet and energetic boy is looking for a forever family that can keep up with his playful spirit and shower him with the love he deserves. If you’re looking for a companion who will bring joy and fun into your home, Mickey is your guy!
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10/11/2024
✨HAPPENING NOW!😺 The trailer has arrived for HART's semi-annual GOODWILL Drive, and will be here TODAY & TOMORROW, October 11th & 12th from 10:00 - 3:30.
Donate your new or gently used & working items and help save cats and kittens! We earn funds for every trailer we fill - funds that help us care for so many homeless felines. Help us out by bringing your goods to HART - 2638 Main St., in Cambria.
Meet Yoongie & Lizzie, two gorgeous gray-coated sisters with stunning green eyes who have been at HART for over 4 months. They arrived as scared little kittens and have been growing up in the shelter, often overlooked because they’re a bit more reserved than some of the other cats. Yoongie and Lizzie aren’t the first to rush to the door to greet visitors, but if you approach them quietly with a gentle hand, they’ll reward you with sweet purrs and affection. These lovely sisters are hoping to find a home together where they can blossom into the wonderful companions they are meant to be. With HART's Fall Adoption Specials, the Adoption Fees for a pair of kittens are just $150 ($100 off) and adult cats are just $75 ($24 off). This includes: spay/neuter, microchipping, vaccinations, and a complementary wellness visit at participating local vets. Come meet these cuties at 2638 Main St. in Cambria! Could they be the perfect addition to your family? 🧡
10/09/2024
Meet Boo Boo, a beautiful 10-year-old black senior kitizen with warm golden eyes that will melt your heart. Boo Boo is as sweet as they come, with a gentle soul that craves affection. She adores being petted and brushed, and she’ll happily sit by your side, soaking up all the love you have to offer.
Boo Boo is currently in a foster home that is not ideal for her. Her foster mom adores Boo Boo and wishes she could keep her forever, but sadly, the presence of another cat in her household causes Boo Boo a lot of stress. Boo Boo's hearing and eyesight aren’t what they used to be, so a calm, single-pet home is what she truly needs to thrive.
HART is looking for a loving, long-term foster home where Boo Boo can spend her golden years in peace and comfort. All you need to provide is a safe and loving home—HART will cover all of Boo Boo’s medical expenses, if they arise. If you'd like to adopt her and give her a fur-ever home, her adoption fee has generously been paid by her current foster mom. If you can provide a pet-free environment and are ready to shower a senior sweetheart with love, Boo Boo would love to be part of your life! Will you open your heart and home to this gentle girl?
10/05/2024
Dearest Viewers, let us introduce Anthony & Francesca, the diamonds of HART! 💎☕️
The last of the Bridgerton litter, Anthony is courageous and loyal, while Francesca is shy but affectionate! They would love to go home together, or with their new friend Aspen! Get both for $150 now with our special fall offer!
UPDATE: an amazing foster stepped forward for Evie! She even has experience with epileptic cats. we are so thankful and excited for Evie! ❤️
🚨 URGENT APPEAL: Evie Needs a Long-Term Foster HERO🚨
Sweet Evie desperately needs a new HERO. This brave kitten came to HART in May with Epilepsy, suffering from 2 or more seizures a day, each lasting up to 2 minutes. Thanks to the incredible care from HART's Medical Team, her seizures are now under control with medication.
A person with a heart of gold took Evie in as a permanent foster, and Evie has been living happy, stable, and loved in her home. Sadly, her foster mom is now facing health challenges of her own and is heartbroken to no longer be able to care for Evie.
Evie URGENTLY needs a new long-term foster home. She’s a sweet, playful, and loving kitten who requires liquid oral medication twice a day to prevent seizures. HART will cover all of Evie’s medical expenses—you just need to provide the love and care she deserves.
Please share Evie’s story and help us find someone with a heart big enough to give her the stable home she needs. If you or someone you know can offer Evie the loving home she deserves, contact HART at (805) 927-7377 or email [email protected], and we'd be happy to discuss her needs with you. Your kindness can change her life forever. 💜
10/02/2024
Meet Gideon and Knicks, HART's October Cats of the Month! These bonded brothers (from different mothers) have been lifelong companions and are ready to find their forever home together. Knicks is a handsome ginger and white tabby with a mellow, sweet personality—he lives for pets, cuddles, and love. His brother Gideon, a striking black and white tuxie boy, is the playful goofball of the duo. He loves spending time with humans and other cats alike. With his upper canines removed, Gideon often shows off his adorable bottom teeth and a bit of tongue, making him irresistibly charming.
Ready to double the love in your home? Adopt Gideon and Knicks for just $25 each, or $50 for the pair! 💞
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Meet Yoongie & Lizzie, two gorgeous gray-coated sisters with stunning green eyes who have been at HART for almost 6 months. 😿They arrived as scared little kittens and have been growing up in the shelter, often overlooked because they’re a bit more reserved than some of the other cats. Yoongie and Lizzie aren’t the first to rush to the door to greet visitors, but if you approach them quietly with a gentle hand, they’ll reward you with sweet purrs and affection. These lovely sisters are hoping to find a home together where they can blossom into the wonderful companions they are meant to be. With HART's Fall Adoption Specials, the Adoption Fees for a pair of kittens are just $100 ($150 off) and adult cats are just $75 ($24 off). This includes: spay/neuter, microchipping, vaccinations, and a complementary wellness visit at participating local vets. Come meet these cuties at 2638 Main St. in Cambria! Could they be the perfect addition to your family? 🧡 #HART #hartcambria #HomelessAnimalRescueTeam #cambria #catadoption #catshelter #sanluisobispocounty #centralcoastca #slocounty #morrobay #slo #sanluisobispo #centralcoastcalifornia #atascadero #cayucos #pasorobles #lososos #graycats #greycat #sisters #bondedpair #adoptus
Meet Chickadee, the most adorable little prop bandit from our fall photo shoot! At just seven months old, she’s bursting with purr-sonality and charm. We can’t believe this sweet girl has been waiting at the shelter for FIVE months already for her fur-ever home—she’s truly a star!⭐️ She is playful, affectionate, and curious - she loves to be where the action is! When she’s not stealing props, she loves to be snuggled up on someone’s lap. In November, you can adopt a pair of kittens at HART for just $100 (that’s $150 off!) so take advantage of this adoption special and bring home Chickadee and one of her sisters or friends. Learn more about Chickadee here: https://www.adoptapet.com/pet/42825978-cambria-california-cat or come meet her at HART today - 2638 Main Street in Cambria! #HomelessAnimalRescueTeam #hartcambria #HART #slocounty #centralcoastca #morrobay #sanluisobispocounty #catshelter #atascadero #pasorobles #sanluisobispo #cambria #black #kitten #blackkitten #blackkittenlove #blackkittenmagic #kitten #adoptme
Hi there, I’m Willow—a stunning black-and-white tuxie super mama with a heart of pure gold. I came to HART with my four adorable kittens, and when two orphaned kittens needed a mom, I didn’t hesitate to lovingly welcome them into our family tree. Now that my babies are all grown up and starting their own adventures, it’s finally my turn to find my fur-ever family.
I’m as affectionate as they come—my favorite place in the world is your lap, with your gentle hand stroking my soft fur. I’ll let you know how happy I am with plenty of biscuits, loving licks, and head bonks. I’ve got a playful side too—wand toys are my absolute favorite! November is the purrfect time to meet me since my adoption fee is 25% off. Come visit - I just know we're meant to be!
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💞Meet Kess & Katie —the cutest sisters you’ll ever see! With their beautiful snowy white coats and striking tabby masks and mantles, this pair is simply stunning. Rescued after being abandoned, they fortunately found safety and love at HART.
Now, they’re ready to find their fur-ever home! Full of playful energy, Katie and Kess love chasing toys and will keep you entertained with their fun antics. Katie and Kess are hoping to be adopted together because, let's face it, two kittens are always better than one!
✨Currently, a pair of kittens are just $100 ($150 off!) 😻
and adult cats are just $75 ($24 off).
Learn about them here: https://www.hartcambria.org/view-our-cats-kittens
Learn about adoptions at HART: https://www.hartcambria.org/our-adoption-process
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🌟✨ I’m Nova, the superstar of HART! With my fluffy black and white tuxedo coat and sparkling green eyes, I’m not just a pretty face; I’ve got a heart of gold to match! As the proud mama of Ping and Pong, I’ve spent my days nurturing and playing with my little ones, but now it’s my turn to shine bright in a forever home. I’m affectionate and playful, always ready to light up your day with some fun and cuddles. Wand toys are my delight, and I’ve got some stellar moves! So, if you’re ready to add a star to your life, pick me - Nova! 💫 #Nova #star #stellar #Cambria #california #cat #hart #hartcambria #homelessanimalrescueteam #slo #slocounty #sanluisobispo #sanluisobispocounty #centralcoastca #morrobay #templeton #centralcoastcalifornia #atascadero #pasorobles #catshelter #adoptme
🍁 Meet Annie, HART’s November Cat of the Month! This gorgeous one-year-old gray tabby has soft, medium-length fur, striking white eyeliner that frames her green eyes beautifully, and the most adorable pink nose. This sweet girl came to HART as a mother of five tiny kittens, and now that her babies are ready for their own adventures, Annie’s looking for a loving home of her own! Annie is curious, playful, and affectionate. She loves to explore her surroundings and help with projects. As HART’s Cat of the Month for November, her adoption fee is only $25 to help her find the purr-fect match. Come meet Annie at HART! 🍂🐾
Learn more about Annie: https://www.hartcambria.org/cat-of-the-month
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Hello there! I'm Sparrow, a stunning black and white kitten with the most gorgeous white whiskers you’ve ever seen. What really sets me apart is my unique zigzag-shaped tail—I'm truly one of a kind! I had a rough start to life, found in a carrier by a dumpster at a gas station with my siblings. Thankfully, a kind person rescued us and brought us to HART.
I’m a fun-loving, playful kitty who also adores snuggle time. Hold me close, and you'll be rewarded with my soothing purrs. I would be over the moon to go to a forever home with one of my siblings, so we can continue our adventure together. Come meet me and see if we’re a purrfect match!
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Welcome to HART, the Homeless Animal Rescue Team in Cambria, CA. We are a no-kill, cage free animal rescue and adoption center located on the beautiful Central Coast of California. HART’s mission is to rescue domestic animals in need, strays as well as cats who have lost their homes due to death or illness, and place them into good permanent homes. We also aim to eliminate unwanted surplus animals from being born in our immediate area through our active spay/neuter programs.
Our doors are open and we welcome you to drop in. Enjoy some cuddle and play time with the cats in our beautiful home environment, which allows you to get to know these fun and furry beauties one on one. We have three separate rooms of our amazing felines just waiting for you to meet them and take them to their new forever home. Spend the day and who knows? One of the cats might end up adopting you!
OUR MISSION
HART is a Volunteer Service Organization whose mission is to rescue domestic animals in need and place them into good, permanent homes, and to eliminate surplus animals from being born through active spay/neuter programs. HART is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization (Federal ID 77-0018508).
OUR PHILOSOPHY
Our philosophy is ensuring quality of life to all living creatures, both feral and domestic.
OUR HISTORY
HART was founded in 1983 by a small core of volunteers who fostered animals in their own homes. Starting with Mika (a wayward cat in a family way), HART has placed thousands of homeless animals into permanent homes through adoption and foster programs. In 2000 HART acquired its own premises by renting a former veterinarian’s office, allowing us to expand our resources in the community. Our TNR (Trap/Neuter/Release) programs have prevented countless more homeless animals. Through partnerships with educators and other rescue groups HART has helped to develop an effective Humane Education program that has been shared with local schools and communities.
In 2012 HART purchased its current location at 2638 Main Street.
For over 30 years the overwhelming constant characteristic of HART has been a team of volunteers dedicated to the welfare of the animals, first and always.
OUR BOARD MEMBERS
Michael Zarowitz, President
A California native, Michael graduated with degrees in economics, finance, genetics, and a doctorate in molecular biology. During his work as a biomedical research scientist, he acquired several patents. Since moving to the central coast he has been an adjunct faculty member at Cal Poly and is currently a volunteer science teacher at Coast Union High School.
Michael became involved with HART through his partner, Mary Ann Zirretta. Playfully describing himself as a 25-year "on-call grunt,” Michael is a long-standing volunteer and creative fundraiser. Along with Carol Jean Attoe, he organized HART's award-winning Pinedorado Parade floats.
Michael currently lives in Cambria with his dog Shiloh.
Gary Swauger, Treasurer
Gary grew up in Torrance, CA. After studying architecture at Cal Poly, he moved to Cambria with his wife, Susan, two cats, and a dog. Since then, Gary has designed over 400 homes, motels, restaurants, and other commercial buildings.
Beginning his association with HART at the first shelter location, Gary worked on permit requirements, software development, and updating computer equipment. He helped orchestrate the purchase of HART's current building and was the lead on designing tenant improvements necessary to transform an old single family residence into an animal shelter. As Board treasurer, he continues to pursue and evaluate various approaches that will keep HART on solid financial ground.
Currently, Gary and Susan care for Stuart and Snow, two former HART cats and a standard black poodle named Pal
Julie Jenkins, Secretary
Julie was raised in Ohio. She holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees and is a certified life coach. While technical theatre was her early career choice, she eventually moved to Los Angeles where she worked at the studios until she retired from the industry in 2014.
Moving to Cambria in 2015, Julie began volunteering with HART soon after and describes herself as “the new kid on the block.” She serves on the Med Team and regularly furnishes a lap for any feline in search of loving attention. In addition to fostering post-surgery cats, Julie offers compassionate hospice care for those cats experiencing end-of-life challenges. Julie, is a proud member of the ‘Fosters Failure Club’ with 4 fosters that are now permanent members of her household. She considers it a privilege to contribute to the wonderful work done by all those who sustain HART.
Carol Jean Attoe, Board Member
Born and raised in Wisconsin, Carol Jean has lived most of her adult life in California. She earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees, taught physical education at Sacramento CC, and volunteered at the SPCA. After retiring from teaching, she turned her attention to ceramic arts. For over 30 years, her work has been grounded in the natural world and inspired by animals and nature.
During her years at HART, Carol Jean has been a cleaner, transporter, and events volunteer, while her Love Paws fundraisers have enhanced the shelter’s coffers. Her precious cats, Shadow and Silver, are HART alumni.
Of her commitment to HART, Carol Jean says, “It is my hope that we can raise awareness of the animal/human bond and bring love and peace to all livings things.”
Leah Cox, Board Member
Leah and husband Kerry moved to Cambria 2 1/2 yrs ago from the Santa Monica mountains near Lake Sherwood. Before their moving boxes were unpacked Leah was doing TNR for HART. She is our Head Trapper and appreciates any help you can give with trapping situations. Leah has volunteered with county animal shelters and private rescue groups for over 25 yrs, fostering 100’s of kittens, before opening her own Rescue in 2011. Leah is also a member of the ‘Foster Failure Club’ with 2 HART cats plus several feral cats she brought with her from SoCal. HART is delighted to have her decades of cat rescue experience.
