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Shadow the Eldercat

Shadow is our most senior kitty at Safe House, earning him the prestigious title of Eldercat. He is twenty years old, and some of you may recall that he came to us this summer when we worked a hoarding case. … Continue reading

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Bella’s Story

In early fall, Bella came into Lee County Animal Control. She was picked up as a stray and over her 7 day stray hold she waited patiently for her owner to come for her, but no one called, no one … Continue reading

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Bakers needed!

Safe House is participating in the annual Mrs. Santa Cookie Sale fundraiser sponsored by the Mendota Chamber of Commerce. Every Saturday in December, non-profits sell delicious homemade goods at participating Mendota banks. Our bake sale date is Saturday, December 17th, … Continue reading

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Go Grace, Go!

Look out world, she’s on the move! Today Grace got to take her first walk as a 3-legged kitty, as she starts slow physical therapy and recovery to learn to walk anew. Of course we captured it on video!

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Holiday ornaments: For Pets, By Pets

Looking for a thoughtful stocking stuffer for the animal lover in your life? These unique, paw-made holiday ornaments are individually painted by the paws of rescued pets with 100% of proceeds benefiting IVCT shelter pets.  Each ornament comes in a … Continue reading

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Grace comes home

At 5pm tonight we picked up Grace from the emergency clinic. This little girl has been described by the vet team as “amazing”, “incredible”, and “inspiring”. She awoke from sedation this morning purring, walking around, and eager to eat. She … Continue reading

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Saving Grace

“I’ve escaped death so many times, I know I’m only living by the saving grace that’s over me.” – Bob Dylan On November 16th, a .22 caliber bullet ripped through Grace’s left shoulder, shattering her scapula into at least 4 … Continue reading

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We are now Safe House Animal Rescue League!

Illinois Valley Cat Taxi is now Safe House Animal Rescue League. For now, check our old site for additional information.

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Hip Hop/Jazz Dance Daycamp Fundraiser!

We’re so happy about all the lives we’ve saved in 2011, we feel the need to DANCE and invite you to join us! On Sunday, November 6th, we’re hosting a Dance Daycamp for girls age 10-14 at the Mendota Civic … Continue reading

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Volunteers Needed 10/8

Volunteers needed for our October 8 “Fill the Bag” fundraiser! This is one of our largest annual fundraisers and we urgently need volunteers to help us man the event to raise much needed funds to continue rescuing our community’s most … Continue reading

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