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We are an all-volunteer 501(c)3 cat rescue organization
We show our cats for adoption on Petfinder and at PetSmart in Saugus, MA. We have no brick and mortar shelter.
We are an all-volunteer 501(c)3 cat rescue organization
We show our cats for adoption on Petfinder and at PetSmart in Saugus, MA. We have no brick and mortar shelter.
About Us
A Winning Team
Our amazing team of regular and
part-time volunteers are committed to helping MHS cats find new homes. We could not exist without them! They feed, clean and socialize the cats at PetSmart in Saugus, MA. We have 3 groups - the morning volunteers, the evening volunteers and our weekend people who assist with adoptions. Our foster parents are the BEST. Interested? Contact us and let us know.
Our Mission
MHS takes in cats only. We take injured, unwanted and abandoned cats, get them medically treated, spayed/neutered, then we hold them until we find permanent homes for them. We show cats ready for adoption at PetSmart in Saugus, MA. We have no brick-and-mortar shelter; we use our volunteers homes as foster homes. We are an all volunteer 501(C)3 organization completely dependent on donations. We are always looking for foster homes. Use the FOSTER button to let us know if you would like to be a foster home.
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Guaradian Angel needed
We are in need of a special home for Cookie. She is an older cat - about 15 years old who came to MHS when her mom was hospitalized with cancer. Her mom looked for a rescue that would care for a 15 year old cat and not just put her down. MHS believes that all cats deserve to live out their natural lives in homes where they will be loved and cared for. However, we know that taking in an older cat can sometimes result in excess medical costs. That is why MHS established the Guardian Angel Fund. MHS will pay for the medical care for our 'special' cats - should they need it. We will also pay for the cat's food and litter. We just need a home to provide a quiet place where she can live with a 'special' someone to love and care for her.
Cookie is currently living in a foster home with other cats. She is healthy. She does not require any medication or special care. She is cared for, but she does not have the one-on-one attention she had from her original mom. She has made friends with some of the other cats, so she is not lonely. In fact, she became the 'police cat' for the whole foster home. When there is a disagreement between two cats, she barrels right in and gives each one of them a good smack....no figuring out just WHO started it....just make sure they know that she does NOT allow any fighting. That was surprising for an older cat who was used to living alone!
If you would like to be Cookie's Guardian Angel, just drop us a note using the CONTACT US button.
Our special needs cat Cookie
Melrose Humane Society helpers
Our first line of defense
Veterinarians and their techs
Bay State Animal Clinic, Danvers, MA
Dr. Dana MacNamee and his staff are a wonderful asset to MHS. Besides the professional care our cats receive, they actively help with adoptions.
Saugus Animal Hospital, Saugus, MA
All the vets and technicians are so professional and helpful. Our cats receive excellent care!
Various shelters and Rescues
Melrose Humane Society works with other shelters/rescues in the Northeast area. They take cats from us when we are overloaded and we take cats from them when they need help.
Melrose Humane Society supporters
Foster families, supporters and friends
foster families
Our foster families often take in litters of kittens with no Momcat. Kittens this age would be eating on their own, but some really young kittens need to be fed with a bottle and formula every 4 hours or so. Older cats need only a safe place to be, regular food, clean litter and someone to love them. Would you like to be a foster family? Fill out a 'foster form' and we will be in touch.
Our loyal supporters
MHS is fortunate to have people who donate on a monthly basis. We have some who have named us in their wills. We are so grateful to them. Ocean State and Bissell are companies that support MHS too. You can donate with our PayPal button: just scroll down.
Friends who understand...
There are MANY people who are kind and willing to help strays. Many feed cats in colonies, rescue kittens and reach out whenever there is a need. MHS tries to help those wonderful rescuers find new homes for their rescues.
Painless iGive donation
Using IGive on your shopping sprees gives Melrose Humane Society a portion of whatever you pay for your goods. Just download the iGive app wherever you shop.
Painless Smile.Amazon donation
If you shop on Amazon, please use the Smile.Amazon site and name Melrose Humane Society as your charity of choice.
We need volunteers....
MHS is in need of two new volunteers. One for every other Wednesday morning and one for other Thursday evening. Morning volunteers can come in any time after 10am and before 12 noon. You would be there to feed the cats and clean their litter boxes and bedding. You can spend extra time with them if you would like...Evening volunteers can come in any time from 4pm to 6pm.
We are still in need of WEEKEND volunteers...(these are 2 hour shifts).
If interested use CONTACT US and let us know.
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More about our cats
We have many cats that have been adopted and you can read about them on our Facebook pages. Just click the tab below.
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Guardian Angel Cats of yesterday...
Guardian Angel Cats of yesterday...
Guardian Angel Cats of yesterday...
Helen came to MHS as a blind kitten...she was born without eyes. How she managed to survive until we found her is a mystery. She was a Guardian Angel cat for many years. Our Guardian Angel program pays for all vet care needed for our 'special' cats; you provide the love and caring.
Update on Pirate's eye surgery
Guardian Angel Cats of yesterday...
Guardian Angel Cats of yesterday...
Pirate has had eye surgery and though he may be blind in that eye, he is now in a safe and loving home. He does not need both eyes to be sure he is safe!
Update on Mickey's condition
Guardian Angel Cats of yesterday...
12 Days of Christmas Fundraiser has ended.
MHS wants to thank everyone who contributed to Mickey's emergency surgery. HE MADE IT!! He is now recovering nicely.
12 Days of Christmas Fundraiser has ended.
12 Days of Christmas Fundraiser has ended.
12 Days of Christmas Fundraiser has ended.
Our 12 Days of Christmas 2020 fundraiser has ended. Winners are
Tanis H, Melrose; Irene B., Chelsea; Sharon C, Beverly; Leslie R, Saugus; Dan G, Salem; Richard G, Melrose; Laurie W, Revere, Sharon L, E. Cambridge; Deb H, Woburn; Bruce P, Waltham; Shirlee W, E Boston; E Stephens, Revere.
MHS partners with PetSmart, Saugus, MA
12 Days of Christmas Fundraiser has ended.
MHS partners with PetSmart, Saugus, MA
Jazz has been at PetSmart in Saugus in the adoption room for several weeks now. He has been seen by a LOT of people and one family has decided to give him a new home!
Our hope for all Angel cats
12 Days of Christmas Fundraiser has ended.
MHS partners with PetSmart, Saugus, MA
Melrose Humane Society works with many people who have lost their beloved cats and are seeking to find a new one. A beloved friend can never be replaced, but it is possible to find a new friend...
Help Us to help Them
Your support and contributions will enable us to help these animals. Melrose Humane is 100% donor supported. We receive no monies from state or federal agencies.
