S.A.I.N.T. Rescue (Saving Animals in Need Today)

03/04/2025

03/04/2025

A new patient at Critter Crusaders of Cedar Rapids! Meet Petunia!

This kitten came to our great friends at Cedar Rapids Animal Care and Control as a homeless stray, with a serious tail degloving injury. She was seen at Blue Pearl through the shelter initially on her intake. CC was called to assist because of her injury, so tomorrow Baby P will go into surgery at Frey Pet Hospital for a tail amputation.

Petunia is hospitalized tonight and she has been on good pain control. More to come after tomorrow’s surgery. Once released from Frey’s, she will go to our friends at S.A.I.N.T. Rescue (Saving Animals in Need Today) for her recovery and ultimate adoption! CC will managed her care until she is fully recovered! This is exactly what your donations do for homeless pets! ❤️🐾

03/03/2025

Volunteers needed at the SAINT Annex located at Chesapeake Central Equestrian outside Ely.
Various shifts available - weekend help especially needed.
Work involves cleaning the cat room, scooping litter & feeding. It all takes less than an hour giving you plenty of time to hang out with the kitties or check out some amazing horses.
Please message us if interested.

03/01/2025

Blue Pearl Cedar Rapids March calendar

03/01/2025

UPDATE: Roswell got an application today!!
Today's spotlight is dedicated to one handsome fella! This is our boy Roswell. Roswell came in a few months ago after his owner lost their home, and unfortunately this is his second time being returned. He is a quiet and sweet boy and has done really well being around other cats. He is between 10-12 years old. His eyes are so big today because he can smell all of our wonderful baked goods 😉
If you're interested in giving a senior cat a second or third chance at a home, please stop in today to meet this guy. We have our bake sale from 11-2 and are open to the public! Hope to see ya there

02/26/2025

Thank you to for their Giving Spirits Campaign donation and to all their customers who voted for us.
Westside Spirits is a family-owned and operated business. Twice a year, they select three local charities for customers to choose from. At checkout, they ask the customer to select a charity. The customer isn't asked to donate...not a dime, but Westside donates 1% of their profits. In this day & and age, when profit margins can be very slim, they still give back to the community (and the kitties).
Thank you, Westside Spirits.

02/26/2025

Rosemary was found in Jones County dragging her back leg. She was taken to the Wyoming Vet Clinic & they contacted us.. She is now in our care. Heartland Animal Hospital Fairfax will be monitoring her progress. It takes a village!
She is ~4 years old and just a sweetheart. She had obviously been someone's pet, but they never bothered to have her spayed. Makes me wonder how many of her offspring are out running around that small town. 😒

02/24/2025

We just want to remind everyone that our bake sale is this Saturday. It is at Saint rescue March 1st from 11-2. While you're picking up some goodies you can also meet our adoptable cats. Hope to see you on Saturday.

02/22/2025

Ethal loving her lap time with a volunteer.

02/22/2025

Today's spotlight is going out to a duo, Tabasco and Sriracha. These two are mother and son, Sriracha is Mama and Tabasco is her baby. They are very bonded and you can often find them snuggling like this. They are still pretty timid, but are working on their trust every day. They are much better with accepting pets, but don't want to be held. Tabasco loves to run and play, while Mama is a little more laid back. Sriracha is about two and half while Tabasco is still under a year. If you're looking for a pair of kitties to join your family, please schedule an appointment to meet these guys!

02/21/2025

02/18/2025

We'd like to invite you to our first bake sale of 2025. It will be Saturday, March 1st from 11-2 at Saint Cat Rescue. Come get some delicious goodies and visit our adoptable cats.

02/15/2025

Today's spotlight is dedicated to this fluffy beauty, Candy. Candy came in a few weeks ago after we had gotten a call from the vet that she needed a place to stay. She has been very timid, but is getting braver every day! Candy is about 10 years old so her nervousness is understandable. Candy has very soft and fluffy fur, and loves pets and affection. She does not seem to be bothered by the other cats being around. Candy would do best in a quiet home where she can just relax. If you think Candy would be a great addition to your family, please check out our available appointments to come meet this gentle soul.

02/14/2025

We have appointment slots still available for tomorrow. Go to our page or Website & click the BookNow button to book an appointment.
These 3 females just came in today. Vespa is 8 months old. Bonded sisters, Blossom & Meadow, are 5 months old.

02/08/2025

Today's spotlight is going to one of our newest residents, Rocky. Rocky is about 9 years old and just came to us about two weeks ago. He was found outside by one of our volunteers who intended to TNR him, but found him to be a very friendly guy so he came here to find his forever indoor home. Rocky has been adjusting very well to being around other cats. He seems to be a very chill guy who just wants to lounge around. Rocky also has a few extra pounds on him, but it's just more to love! If you think Rocky would make a great addition to your family, please check our available appointment times to come and meet this hunk!

02/06/2025

This is Vader. He is 2 years old with an old soul. He's a very calm and laid back boy. He just wants to be petted and loved. He would probably do best in a quieter home or as an only cat. Come meet Vader at the Cat Cafe on Saturday. We'll be at the CR Library from 10-12.

02/06/2025

Sometimes you should just let the pictures do the talking. Just look at those piercing green eyes. Come meet Vance and Velma at the Cat Cafe Saturday, February 8th. We'll be at the CR Library from 10-12.