Appalachian Feline Friends

27/07/2022

12/02/2022

**UPDATE BELOW**
‼️URGENT NEED FOR 1 or 2 TEMPORARY FOSTERS‼️ We must close off our housing facility temporarily since the utility bills drain our funds… but this means 2 of our most beloved cats require loving, safe, warm, RESPONSIBLE households… immediately. Are any of our friends who meet this criteria able to host until we can bring them back? Here is an example of what we’re confronting.
‼️Message us directly if you can apply for rapid eligibility to foster for us (WE’RE PICKY!)‼️ Socks and Wally have specific criteria but each of them are fully vaccinated.
If you can help with the bills instead, we appreciate that too. Unfortunately, it’s one of the sucky parts of managing an upstanding rescue. 😔

UPDATE: The immediate need for our utilities has been met, thanks to very generous friends! This provides options as we consider use of our facility during the remainder of cold weather, as well as for Socks and Wally. Thank you, thank you! Any donations we’re receiving from this post will also be used wisely. We appreciate you coming to OUR rescue.

12/02/2022

**UPDATE BELOW**
‼️URGENT NEED FOR 1 or 2 TEMPORARY FOSTERS‼️ We must close off our housing facility temporarily since the utility bills drain our funds… but this means 2 of our most beloved cats require loving, safe, warm, RESPONSIBLE households… immediately. Are any of our friends who meet this criteria able to host until we can bring them back? Here is an example of what we’re confronting.
‼️Message us directly if you can apply for rapid eligibility to foster for us (WE’RE PICKY!)‼️ Socks and Wally have specific criteria but each of them are fully vaccinated.
If you can help with the bills instead, we appreciate that too. Unfortunately, it’s one of the sucky parts of managing an upstanding rescue. 😔

UPDATE: The immediate need for our utilities has been met, thanks to very generous friends! This provides options as we consider use of our facility during the remainder of cold weather, as well as for Socks and Wally. Thank you, thank you! Any donations we’re receiving from this post will also be used wisely. We appreciate you coming to OUR rescue.

22/01/2022

Did you know selling or buying some items on eBay can generate a donation to AFF? What a pawsome way to partner with us! Here’s how to buy or sell on our behalf… and maybe clean out some closets at the same time. 🤜🏻🤛🏻

Through eBay for Charity you can support the causes that matter most - to you - by buying and selling on eBay. We help nonprofits like Appalachian Feline Friends connect to over 145 million eBay community members to raise money.

17/01/2022

☝🏻Start by spaying or neutering your pets. ✌🏻Support people like us to do what we do with such integrity and compassion.
Oh, to live a hundred years advocating on behalf of animals AND influencing others to do the same… well that’s a challenge worth accepting!
🤜🏻🤛🏻

Checks can be mailed to PO Box 101, Appalachia, VA 24216 and our direct PayPal Giving link is

https://www.paypal.me/AppFelineFriends?locale.x=en_US

17/01/2022

I’m so sorry for what I’m about to post, but I must vent.

Let’s set up the scenario… You see a post about an animal from a shelter or rescue that you don’t agree with.

😿 Perhaps they are returning a TNR kitten outside when you think they are young enough to be socialized and adopted out.
😿 Maybe they are warning of euthanasia and you think the animal deserves more time.
😿 Did you tag them in a comment about an animal needing help and they never answered?
😿 How about an injured animal they are announcing they may put down when you feel like the injury is not that severe?

All valid thoughts, right? Here’s the thing, instead of telling THEM what THEY should do from behind your keyboard, why don’t YOU help? ✅ If you don’t like the way something is being done, do it differently. 💞 Telling someone else how to run their own organization is not helping anything. 🚫 If you truly feel the organization is doing something inhumane, get someone with authority involved (but if that were the case, they probably wouldn't be posting about it in the first place. 🤔)

I see this “advice” posted all the time:
“Don’t give up on him/her.”

Shelters and rescues do not “give up”. They are the most not giving up people I’ve ever met in my life! 🙌 BUT, they are “big picture” people. They are forced to be. While people reading posts are considering only that ONE story, the shelter has many animals and situations they are dealing with Every. Single. Day. and a limited amount of funds, space, time, volunteers, etc to do it with. 😿 So before you condemn decisions that organizations are making, consider offering actual solutions.

Don’t want that kitten put back outside? Offer to put the time in to foster, socialize and rehome it. Don’t want that doggy put down? Offer to adopt it or foster it or pay the vet bill. And if you can’t do those things, why do you expect they can? Ohhh... because they are an “organization”? That only means they are helping a MULTITUDE of needy animals! Some days hard choices have to be made and it’s because no one has stepped up to help. ‼️ If you want to see a difference, BE the difference. ‼️

People who work in animal welfare typically don’t do it for the money. They don’t do it because they like to see animals suffer. They don’t do it for popularity. They do it for the love of animals. And their job is hard and they are so, so tired. Do not add to their stress by trying to manage their decisions from the comfort of your home.

11/01/2022

Well done, Spaniards. Well done.
(Spoiler alert... we've accepted the January 17th and will be asking you to join us!)

What a great start to 2022!!! 😍

07/11/2021

Read that again.

Sometimes animals care more than humans.

05/11/2021

Let’s talk about how you need this boy. (Pssst… he needs you too.)
Kakashi has had excellent health care, including his vaccines, tests, is neutered, and even current on flea preventative. He’s a happy go lucky fella ready to join a furever family. Check out what Willie has to say as she introduces you to him AND his unique little characteristic. Comment what you think it is when you hear it. 😽
If you’d like to adopt him into your home or remote foster him by donating to his daily care, let us know. 🏠

https://vm.tiktok.com/ZM89X1jJb/

another kitty from our foster house. Kakashi is a big sweetie who is so grateful for attention.

31/10/2021

Not trying to be gross, but if you know, you know. 😼
Expecting trick-or-treaters this evening? Please keep your pets’ comfort and safety in mind. When people and noises increase, this can bring out anxiety, curiosity, and excitement in animals.
(Hello? Doorbells, children, door opening, cars, candy.🤷🏼‍♀️)
• Keep them INDOORS.
• They WILL run out the door, even if they usually don’t go outside.
• They WILL hide or get pee-oed at you.
• They WILL snoop in the candy stash and may eat something they shouldn’t, including wrappers and harmful ingredients.
• They WILL punish you later lol.

😹

30/10/2021

Go see our own sweet volunteer today! Tori has some cool handmade stuff to sell … the kids need litter and food! 😽 She’ll also be giving the pooches a sample of her very own doggie treats, also available for purchase. Go see her and check out everything this pawsome event has to offer. When you help a rescue, you become a rescuer! 🐾

15/10/2021

🚫BIDDING IS CLOSED! Thank you to those who participated. Winners will be contacted by Martha.🚫
…………………………………………………🍁🐾🎃 KEEP BIDDING THROUGH SUNDAY! When you support a rescue, YOU are a rescuer, so get in this album and find something pawsome for yourself, a gift, or even your kitty! Instructions are easy and items are super quality. Many steals have been had in the past! We rely on our seasonal Pawctions to take care of AFF’s ever-growing expenses. When we do more, we can save more. Thanks! CLICK HERE ⤵️
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.4814981441868079&type=3

09/10/2021

🚫BIDDING IS CLOSED! Thank you to those who participated. Winners will be contacted by Martha.
………………………………………………….
It's here! Take a peek at our Autumn Pawction - we guarantee, it's all treats and no tricks!

08/10/2021

You KNOW we always have amazing items, so plan on doing some early holiday shopping with us and become a rescuer! Every dollar of our online Pawction goes directly to caring for the furry kids. Share, get ready, and check back SATURDAY! 🐈‍⬛ 🍂 🍁 🐾 🐈

15/09/2021

🥳 🎉 Drum roll, please…

27/08/2021

SUNDAY IS THE LAST DAY TO ENTER OUR GIVEAWAY!
Our “you have to be kitten me” freebies are up for grabs. This is a good one for your own kitty or to give away to someone in need… maybe even someone you know adopting a new feline family member!

Remember, here are the deets:
😽 enter as much as you’d like through Sunday night, 8/29
🙀 every $5 donation is an entry, plus we’ll give you an extra one for every $20 (4 entries + 1 free)
😸 winner will be drawn at random and notified
😻 our PayPal Giving link below is secure or you can use our blue “learn more” button

http://paypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/189730

Please share! Every dollar raised in our giveaways goes directly to the rescue and health of cats and kittens in our care. We all thank you.

27/08/2021

LOW COST VACCINES, MICROCHIPS, & SICK PET VISITS AVAILABLE IN ST. PAUL 8/27 ⬇️⬇️⬇️

23/08/2021

“You have to be kitten me” Pop-Up Giveaway! We haven’t had a freebie in a while, so here’s a good one for your own kitty, or to give away to someone in need… maybe even someone you know adopting a new feline family member!

Remember, here are the deets:
😽 enter as much as you’d like through Sunday night, 8/29
🙀 every $5 donation is an entry, plus we’ll give you an extra one for every $20 (4 entries + 1 free)
😸 winner will be drawn at random and notified
😻 our PayPal Giving link below is secure or you can use our blue “learn more” button

http://paypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/189730

Please share! Every dollar raised in our giveaways goes directly to the rescue and health of cats and kittens in our care. We all thank you.

12/08/2021

Who still hasn't checked out our friends at Fetching Apparel? THIS little ditty is on clearance! There are tons of sale items, new items... for humans and pets. The BEST PART? When you shop with them, your purchases help donate 20% of profits to rescues. USE OUR COUPON CODE AT CHECKOUT: 'AFF' 🐾😽

SIZING NOTE: True women's cut, runs small. We recommend that you size up to allow for any shrinkage. (Unisex cat tee is roomier. CLICK HERE) 100% cotton crew neck The Fetching Apparel slogan "Go get it!" printed on the back

10/08/2021

SAY IT LOUDER FOR THE NAY-SAYERS IN THE BACK!
If you'd like to help but don't know how, donate to help us spay and neuter EVERY cat we take into our care on the road to adoption. Use our blue button or here is the link.
https://www.paypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/189730

08/08/2021

Time for the raffle drawing!!🤩

Thank you to all businesses that were apart of this!

07/08/2021

🐾 Did you know we’ll customize a gift card for your special donation? We’ve made them for birthdays, celebration of life (humans and pets), even break-ups. Yep, nothing says “glad to be rid of you” better than a card to your ex about neutering a cat in his honor. 😹✂️⚽️🏀 Just send us a message, make the donation, and we’ll personally work through the details with you… even mail it. 💌📬

06/08/2021

LOOK FOR THIS CUTE FACE IN APPALACHIA DURING RR DAYS FOR SOME AMAZING RAFFLE GIFTS! Tori will have tickets in person both nights at her booth near the beer garden OR you can checkout ⬆️HERE⬆️ using Facebook donations and she’ll enter you! Must pick up locally or pay to ship, so know this before you enter. (Message us if you pay anonymously but wish to enter.) Thank you!

03/08/2021

🏠❤️🚫🏀⚽️ Cone of shame? Nahhh… we like it! This means Mr. Kitty (we call him Cricket) has had his ole sniparoo! Now he’s not only ready for adoption, but can mingle all he wants without making more and more (and more!) babies. Such a simple step to prevent over-crowded shelters (euthanasia) and homeless moms and kittens. That’s a whole other story, but at least this is one kitty that won’t be part of it.

• vaccinated
• felv/fiv negative
• neutered!
• sweet as can be
• 1 year old

13/07/2021

Avocado shapes are purfect for kittens... not necessarily a sign they have worms. Read on, from our favorite kitten advisor, The Kitten Lady, Hannah Shaw.🥑🐾

03/07/2021

We can’t say it enough! Be sensitive to animals and humans as you choose how to celebrate, please.

Well, there is something that Annie is afraid of after all.  Fireworks and firecrackers. Last night the loud booms began and Annie was terrorized.  Mercy and Eddie did not appear to be as afraid, but this was the first time Annie has shown any type of fear and boy was she scared. Gracey was terrif...

02/07/2021

🚫💥🚫 IT’S WORTH REPEATING! Please be mindful of people and animals as you celebrate. For them, it’s not fun… it’s torture. 😞