Itsmypawfession Animal Care And Rescue
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Reason Behind my rescue
Snoopy
THE REASON BEHIND THE RESCUE, SNOOPY ONCE WAS USED AS A BAIT PUPPY
TO BE LEFT ALONE MALNOURISHED FOR
MONTHS. UNTIL I GOT THAT CALL FROM YONKERS NY, HE STAYED IN MY LIFE FOR 15YRS, TOGETHER WE TOOK ON SO MANY RESCUES, FOSTERED. WE WENT THROUGH SO MANY OBSTACLES. MY lOVE FOR HIM WILL ALWAYS REMAIN THE SAME... ......
HE ENDED UP SAVING ME!
Mission/Vision
Itsmypawfession Animal Care and Rescue is a compassionate and dedicated organization committed to the welfare and well-being of animals. Their mission is to provide a safe haven for abandoned, abused, or neglected animals, offering them the love and care they need to heal and find forever homes. The organization emphasizes the importance of responsible pet ownership and works tirelessly to educate the community about animal welfare and advocacy.
By fostering a network of volunteers and supporters, Itsmypawfession ensures that each animal receives personalized attention, medical care, and a second chance at life. Whether through adoption events, community outreach, or rescue missions, this organization plays a vital role in creating a more humane world for animals.
3 kittens rescued from a boiler room
Loki, Leo and Lulu rescue
From a Grimy Basement to a Loving Home: The "Boiler Room Three"
As an Animal Control Officer, Irene is used to seeing the tough side of rescue, but a recent social media post stopped her in her tracks. The images showed three tiny kittens huddled over a single bowl of water in the corner of a filthy, grease-slicked boiler room in a large Washington Heights building. They were in rough shape: covered in oil and dirt, suffering from severe eye infections, upper respiratory distress, and crawling with fleas and ear mites.
The rescue mission became a true community effort. A young woman had originally taken the call and reached out to a local rescue organization. When Irene saw the post, she didn't hesitate. Despite a brewing snowstorm, Irene teamed up with a partner and headed straight to the Heights.
The Rescue & Recovery
Once Irene pulled the kittens from that disgusting basement and got them into her care, their transformation began immediately:
- The Deep Clean: Irene spent hours meticulously removing layers of black oil and grit from their fragile fur.
- Medical Intervention: Beyond the grime, they were treated for parasites and ear mites.
- The Healing Touch: By the time they reached their formal vet appointment for vaccinations, Irene's proactive care had already successfully cleared their severe eye infections.
Where Are They Now?
Today, the "Boiler Room Three" are unrecognizable from the kittens found in the dark. They are currently thriving in a wonderful foster home, where they are being socialized with dogs and children.
They have swapped the sound of industrial boilers for the sounds of a loving household. These resilient survivors will remain in their foster home, soaking up all the love they can get, until they are officially ready for their forever homes.