Helping Paws Pet Haven, Inc.

Helping Paws Pet Haven, Inc. We are a limited admission 501 (c)3 cat rescue that takes in cats/kittens, mostly strays and gives them a chance at finding their forever homes. Thank you!

We are an all volunteer organization run solely on donations, adoptions and fundraisers. How We Began:

In the fall of 2001 we were living in the town of Huntington, IN, and started feeding a rough looking feral tomcat. We named him Ralph, and at the slightest squeak of the door k**b he would fly off of the porch and be gone. It took months to gain his trust, but he was so worth the wait! We were

unable to take him in the house so we created a nice space for him and moved him into the garage. Somewhere along the line we thought it would be a good idea to start a cat rescue. Crazy as it was, we did. We found a property, out on State Road 9, with a house for us, a building we could renovate to start a Rescue/Cattery and a barn for storage; so everyone moved, including Ralph. We had our first meeting December 15, 2002, and to our surprise people came! People that we didn’t even know came wanting to support us and be involved. We are fortunate to have some of those people still involved today. Another surprise, people gave money! Donations came in for us to start the non-profit, purchase supplies and get the rooms for the cats constructed. We opened our doors January 2003 to accept our first residents with Ralph greeting them with open paws. Like most rescues and shelters, that first year was tough and there have been a lot of changes since then. The renovated building turned Cattery, had a wood burner for heat. That meant purchasing wood, storing it and getting up during the night to keep it going! It also did not have water. We used a garden hose from the barn (with cold water) to wash litter boxes and bowls outside and we used milk jugs to carry water inside to fill bowls. Our first Banquet in October 2003 raised enough money to put in a furnace. The huge wood burner was sold. With that money we purchased a hot water heater and utility sink which were installed in a small room we had built for them in the barn. This is where we still wash litter boxes. A garage sale raised money to add the central air in 2004. In 2006, Ralph, with the help of two wonderful ladies, composed a letter asking for donations to have water installed into the cattery. I must say, getting hot water and a sink actually in the cattery was the best thing, next to getting rid of the wood burner, to be accomplished. I still thank you ladies very much! You don’t know how much you miss something or what an inconvenience it is until you don’t have it. Meanwhile, Ralph has stayed busy helping settle in any new residents and keeping control of his room. He really is a great cat and mascot. He knows he has a position and takes it very seriously. Ralph reminds me of John Travolta in Grease. He always has a group around him, the girls swoon over him and the guys want to be like him. There have been other changes big and small, but this was our beginning. We could never have done it, or continue to do it, without your help.

And so the weekend has come to an end. We've had a couple of really nice days, so the typist has been back outside getti...
11/16/2025

And so the weekend has come to an end. We've had a couple of really nice days, so the typist has been back outside getting everything winterized. I, of course, helped where I could. Mostly supervising, but did give the occasional head bump to the leg to keep her moving. She tends to get sidetracked.....doing something & then leaves to get a tool.....which leads to seeing something else needing done before she forgets. This happens a couple of times before she realizes that she's lost her focus on the initial task. Yesterday she had another load of straw delivered. So she's bagged up a few bales ( trying to keep them as dry as possible) & placed them behind the cattery & store room to help insulate. The water lines in the store room run along the wall, so if it's below freezing for a period of time the pipes may freeze. Here I can be seen helping put new straw in the cat shelters. We have a new guy, Bruce Banter, that is very untrusting.... But the typist is working on that. He has claimed one of the shelters & will enjoy the fresh straw. She was hoping to get him tudored by winter.....but he really doesn't have a routine. So trapping has been a little difficult. Then we went into the barn to straighten up & add straw to the shelters in there. We have a heated shelter that Whitefoot likes, so it's now ready & on the deck. For whatever reason, he doesn't go in the barn much. She then went off tarping other things & putting things away. I'm glad evening has come, I'm EXHAUSTED! All of this supervising.... Um, I mean helping is hard work!! Time for a snack then settle into the barn. Nite friends!! ❤️ Bullseye

Well, hey ya'll!! I don't think we've formally met.....my name is Tess. I'm just as sweet as pie. I was feeling a little...
11/14/2025

Well, hey ya'll!! I don't think we've formally met.....my name is Tess. I'm just as sweet as pie. I was feeling a little off a couple of weeks ago, so I went & seen the vetty lady. My bloodwork showed an infection so I got some antibiotics. So today was my recheck appointment. I'm getting to be an old pro at this. You see, I have hyperthyroidism, so my thyroid works overtime. I'm on meds for that & have had a few visits to get it where it should be. But let me tell you.... I sing the song of my people the entire 33 minute drive!! Bette Midler better watch out.... I'm going to be a star! Anyway, I have an unknown infection, so another round of meds. But I feel good, so we'll see how it goes. Have a good evening! ❤️ Tess

This just in......the Chips have been released!! Everyone needs a Chip calendar. Support their nip fund & HPPH at the s...
11/13/2025

This just in......the Chips have been released!! Everyone needs a Chip calendar. Support their nip fund & HPPH at the same time. They make great conversation pieces & gifts. Order yours before they run out!! Thank mew Chip family.... Mew guys rock!! ❤️ Ducky

The Chip 2026 Catlendar is here!

Please pre-order to paypal.me/Bluechip (paypal [email protected]).

Thank you for the support

Today is Veterans Day & we would like to thank all of those who have served in the military.Happy Toona Tuesday!!! We re...
11/11/2025

Today is Veterans Day
& we would like to thank all of those who have served in the military.
Happy Toona Tuesday!!! We received a box just in time. Treats & Friskies Toona can food ..... That's what's for dinner! Thanks Tom, Sally & Sly for thinking of us!! Well ...to report on weathercat Binx post from last night ....we didn't receive any more snow, other than a few flurries. But let me tell you....it sure was cold & windy when the cattery door opened. Lots of leaves & things flying about. The temps are going back up this week, that is if the hoomin weather people are correct. So our first winter may have passed. Have a good evening friends. ❤️Wyatt *** the typist caught me right after a yawn....how embarrassing, she could have taken another photo 🙄

This just in! Our first winter has begun! We woke up this morning to snow all over. It was very slick and we heard about...
11/11/2025

This just in! Our first winter has begun! We woke up this morning to snow all over. It was very slick and we heard about many accidents on the road. There needs to be a pre-winter driving course required for all eligible drivers. Just to refresher course to tune up those driving skills before the winter season. By this afternoon though it was mostly gone as it was sunny all day. Current weather condition is.... spitting snow. We are in for a few more inches tonight they say. But we are in the Hoosier State ... so you never know what's going to happen. Stay safe out there friends, bundle up, throw some extra clothes in your car. And don't forget your gloves!! ❤️ Binx ~ your local weathercat

Boy, what a fun night we had last night! The banquet was a huge success! The presentation by Soarin' Hawk Raptor Rehabil...
11/10/2025

Boy, what a fun night we had last night! The banquet was a huge success! The presentation by Soarin' Hawk Raptor Rehabilitation Center was a lot of fun and very informative. They even built a Raptor with one of the kids help. All of the birds were absolutely beautiful. As always, Nadean's dinner was delish. The winner of the cutest cat photo contest was Sir Mix-A-Lot, aka Lottie. A special thank you to Joan who served as our MC for the evening. She did a fantastic job and kept things moving right along. We saw some old friends and new faces, which was very nice. Thank you to all who attended, donated to the silent auction, donated the prizes for the evening, those who helped with the setup and clean up after. We were able to raise some much needed green papers! ❤️ Skippy * I'm featured on the poster!

Boy what an afternoon - prevening it's been!! We have a few details to do tomorrow & a few more silent auction items ar...
11/08/2025

Boy what an afternoon - prevening it's been!! We have a few details to do tomorrow & a few more silent auction items arriving .. but we are set & ready for the banquet! Lots of fabulous auction items have been donated. We will see some of you tomorrow night!! ❤️ The typist

Hi all! It seems the Roanoke elementary school student council collected some items for us!! Much needed food - cleanin...
11/06/2025

Hi all! It seems the Roanoke elementary school student council collected some items for us!! Much needed food - cleaning supplies. It's always great when kids get involved in donating & collecting items for non profits. It teaches them so many things & gets them involved. Thank you for thinking of us!! We use about 2 large bags of dry & several cans of food day. It's a hard guess on the cleaning supplies.... That changes from day to day, depending on how much pawting goes on at night! Mol Soooo much is going on here! The typist looks like a little tornado....besides taking care of us & working, she's doing lots of last minute prep work for Saturday's banquet. She's enlisted the help of some volunteers for tomorrow's set up. There's a lot that goes into planning an event like this. Today she was gathering items for the silent auction. Let me tell you..... There are some great things that have been donated. We may let you in on a sneak peak tomorrow. Stay tuned! Have a good evening. ❤️ Wyatt

Oh, I friend...I didn't see you there. I've been busy thinking up some extra activities for our banquet. It's sure to...
11/04/2025

Oh, I friend...I didn't see you there. I've been busy thinking up some extra activities for our banquet. It's sure to be a great night! I wish we were able to attend .... But sadly, we are not. Something about health regulations with food & building policies.... Ppfffghttt. We are one of the cleanest creatures you will ever meet!! I personally take great pride in my hygiene & cleanliness. Now....my roommates are another story. They are ALL boys!! Can you imagine.... The only girl in this room is me!! I'm trying my best to get them whipped into shape, but it's no small task. They run & carry on, litter flying & the food bowl tipped over. And let's not forget the things floating in the water bowl....could be food, could be a toy, maybe even litter as they dip their filthy paws in it! The water is constantly being changed as there's usually something in it. Anyways.....there's still time to reserve your tickets for the banquet next Saturday. It would be a great date night! Have a good evening. ❤️ Sally

Hi friends!! Boy did we have a laying around kind of day.... the young uns brewed up a nice cauldron.... Uhg, I mean pit...
11/02/2025

Hi friends!! Boy did we have a laying around kind of day.... the young uns brewed up a nice cauldron.... Uhg, I mean pitcher of niptinis last night so everyone was moving kind of slow today! Mol. But never fear ... We nip responsibly!! You can sure tell fall is here...it's getting cooler & darker earlier. BUT..... We will have a bit more light after tonight. Don't forget to turn your clocks back! An extra hour of sleeps.... And breakfast an hour earlier! Take care friends. We will mew with you later. ❤️ Bert

Happy Halloween!!👻🎃 We are hoping for all treats & no tricks! We'd love to see some of your costumes. Being in the coun...
10/31/2025

Happy Halloween!!👻🎃 We are hoping for all treats & no tricks! We'd love to see some of your costumes. Being in the country.... we don't get to see many trick or treaters. Stay safe out there!! ❤️ Tiggy & friends

Hey! You there!! Give your cat a smooch..... It's National Cat Day!! A day to recognize your feline friends & raise awar...
10/29/2025

Hey! You there!! Give your cat a smooch..... It's National Cat Day!! A day to recognize your feline friends & raise awareness of cat adoptions. While we enjoy our volunteers, appreciate all they do for us & have a pretty good life here .... What we really want is our very own forever home. I have some wonderful friends here & we are all waiting for that right hooman to walk thru the door. ❤️ Hawkeye

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2242 S Marion Road And 7005 Old US 24 E
Huntington, IN
46750

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Monday 10am - 2pm
Thursday 10am - 12pm
Saturday 10am - 12pm

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