Thursday, July 23, 2009

Save The Date! September 26, 2009

Homeless Animal Lifeline (HAL) will be holding a fundraiser dinner at Veggie Heaven in Denville (NJ). More details to come. Please save the date!

Many thanks to volunteer Terra Meierdierck for organizing this benefit dinner for HAL!

Thursday, June 25, 2009

Our Newest Bottle Babies

Here are photos of HAL's newest rescues: a litter of 4 orphaned kittens (two boys and two girls) who are being bottlefed by HAL volunteer Sue. We are currently taking applications and they will be ready for adoption in a few weeks. You can fill out our online adoption application at:
www.halrescue.org or visit us on Saturdays at Bridgewater PetSmart (check our website for dates and times).




Wednesday, May 27, 2009

Donations Desperately Needed For Veterinary Bills

Homeless Animal Lifeline (HAL) is currently helping two cats in need of medical care.

Pepsi is a little girl, approx. 1 yo, who was found outdoors. She is in desperate need of medical care for diagnosis and treatment. So far, Pepsi has been tested for FIV/FeLV (negative), given routine veterinary care, and been on a 2 week course of antibiotics. She is still having stomach issues and requires more testing and treatment.

Caneel is a 2 month old little girl who is being treated for an eye condition that may require surgery. She's been under ongoing veterinary care. Despite her eye issue, she is a happy, playful kitten.

(Photos of both cats are below)

Due to the poor economy, many small non-profits have been hit extremely hard. HAL's donations have dropped considerably and we are in desperate need of funding so that we can give these cats the chance they deserve. Veterinary receipts and updates will be provided upon request.

HAL does not want to *ever* have to turn away an animal in need due to lack of funding. Please help us. Even the smallest donation would be greatly appreciated. Donations can be made via our web site (www.halrescue.org). We are registered with PayPal (RescueHAL@aol.com) and justgive.org. You can also make your donation via postal service: HAL, POB 237, Manalapan, NJ 07726

While HAL is a small group, it is an extremely active, all-volunteer 501c3 organization. We provide food, supplies, and veterinary care to pet guardians and feral cat caretakers who are struggling. We run a cat adoption program, as well as a humane education program geared toward children and teens. Please remember us when you are donating! Contributions are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law

Thank you!


Sunday, May 10, 2009

Meet Samson!

Samson was brought to Homeless Animal Lifeline (HAL) by a PetSmart customer. This 3 week old kitten, not yet old enough to eat on his own, was found in the woods by her home. A HAL volunteer is currently bottle-feeding Samson and he will eventually be up for adoption.

Please consider donating to HAL; your donations help us continue our vital work and save lives! You can donate via our web site, PayPal (RescueHAL@aol.com), or postal service (HAL, POB 237, Manalapan, NJ 07726). We are a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and contributions are tax-deductible to the full extent of the law.

Remember: Please do not unnecessarily separate nursing kittens from their mothers! If you find a single kitten in need of help, please check the area for others. Litters usually consist of 2 or more kittens.

Contact HAL at RescueHAL@aol.com if you need information about caring for orphaned kittens.








Tuesday, May 5, 2009

Somerset Patriot Tickets To Benefit HAL

In case anyone is planning on seeing the Somerset Patriots play at home this season (their stadium is in Bridgewater), Homeless Animal Lifeline (HAL) is selling ticket vouchers for all home games. They are for the $9 seats, but we are selling them for $8 each and 50% of the proceeds will benefit HAL.

Here’s the home game schedule for your reference:
http://www.somersetpatriots.com/schedule/08calendar

So if you plan on attending a game, please consider purchasing your tickets through HAL! For more information or to purchase tickets, please contact HAL at:
RescueHAL@aol.com.

Thank you!

Monday, May 4, 2009

Happy Updates: Mischief

Dear HAL:

Just wanted to drop you both a line and let you know that Mischief, now named Riddick, is settling in VERY well in his new home!

He's adorable. Just adorable. Even Jordan, my 13-year-old kitty, seems to think so. There was only about an hour of mild growling and hissing (mostly on Jordan's side), and then they just decided to get along. By the 3rd day, they were playing together, and by the end of the week, they were sharing the window seat. Jordan keeps trying to groom Riddick, and he seems to really enjoy having a buddy. They run around the apartment like little maniacs, and are obviously having fun.

I'm so glad that this little fuzzy guy found me.

Here are a few photos, so you can see how well he's adjusting... and how spoiled he already is. :) It's all good.

Be well, and thank you!
Samantha


Meet Oreo

Oreo was found, beaten and bloody, wandering the streets searching for help. A Good Samaritan called HAL and a volunteer brought Oreo to safety. Oreo was treated for his wounds and will be up for adoption as soon as he's fully recovered. Despite his ordeal, Oreo is extremely friendly and loving. We are currently accepting adoption applications on behalf of this very brave boy!

If you would like to donate toward Oreo's veterinary care, please earmark your donation "Oreo" and send it:

- via PayPal at halrescue.org

or

- via postal service:
Homeless Animal Lifeline
PO Box 237
Manalapan, NJ 07726

Keep checking our Blog for more photos of Oreo!

Sunday, April 26, 2009

Thanks, Nikki!

Nikki, a NJ student, brought handmade toys to our cats for Adoption Day at Bridgewater PetSmart. The volunteers for HAL and the cats are very, very grateful!

(Pictured are Buster, Jack, and Mischief. Mischief was adopted!)



Thursday, April 2, 2009

It's That Time Of The Year

Unfortunately, it's the start of kitten season. While kittens are undeniably cute, there are many more kittens born than available homes. Due to this sad fact, a large percentage of kittens are killed in shelters throughout New Jersey.

Homeless Animal Lifeline (HAL) receives calls and emails on a daily basis for kittens in need of rescue, but the calls increase during the Spring/Summer months.

We are currently accepting applications for kittens so that we can get a headstart! Pre-approved applicants will be informed when kittens enter our foster system. Preference is always given to applicants who will adopt a pair.

Please visit www.halrescue.org and fill out our online adoption application to be pre-approved. On the application where you are asked for the cat's name, type "Pre-approval request for kitten(s)."

The kittens in the photo are currently in our foster system and will be available for adoption as soon as they are able to eat on their own.

As always, donations are always needed and appreciated to help us care for the kittens who enter our foster system. Donations can be made via PayPal or JustGive by visiting our website at www.halrescue.org or via postal service: Homeless Animal Lifeline, PO Box 237, Manalapan, NJ 07726.

For more information, please contact HAL at
RescueHAL@aol.com.

Friday, February 27, 2009

We're On Facebook

If you are on Facebook, please join HAL's Facebook community at:

http://apps.facebook.com/causes/169308?m=6d54c0aa&recruiter_id=33941296

It's A Boy! Congratulations Edina & Matt!

HAL volunteers Edina and Matt are the proud new parents of an adopted baby boy named Kane. Congratulations!

Wednesday, February 11, 2009

Urgent Appeal From Homeless Animal Lifeline

Urgent appeal on behalf of Homeless Animal Lifeline

Donations desperately needed


Homeless Animal Lifeline (HAL), a 501c3 nonprofit, all-volunteer organization, is currently assisting with the following situations.

1. Spay/neuter, medical care, and rehoming of homeless cats in a Manalapan, NJ housing complex.

2. Spay surgery and medical care of a homeless cat who was scheduled to be killed at a "no-kill shelter."

3. Medical bills for a cat with an enlarged kidney.

More information on each case can be provided upon request.


Due to the current economic crisis, donations have dwindled for many small non-profits, including HAL. Please help us continue our life-saving work by making a tax-deductible donation today. Even the smallest donation could help offset our veterinary expenses.


Donations can be made via PayPal or justgive at: www.halrescue.org

OR

via postal service:

Homeless Animal Lifeline
PO Box 237
Manalapan, NJ 07726


We do not want to ever turn down medical care for an animal due to lack of funds. Please help us.


Thank you,
Homeless Animal Lifeline
halrescue.org

Sunday, January 18, 2009

Congratulations, Sue! It's A Boy!

Congratulations to HAL volunteer Sue and her husband Ray on their brand new adopted baby boy Murphy!