Winter is here again. Help MHS to take in needy cats.

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This cat seems to be enjoying the snow. Some cats are not so lucky - they live on the streets.

We are an all-volunteer 501(c)3 cat rescue organization

We are an all-volunteer 501(c)3 cat rescue organization

We are an all-volunteer 501(c)3 cat rescue organizationWe are an all-volunteer 501(c)3 cat rescue organizationWe 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.

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We are an all-volunteer 501(c)3 cat rescue organization

We are an all-volunteer 501(c)3 cat rescue organization

We are an all-volunteer 501(c)3 cat rescue organizationWe are an all-volunteer 501(c)3 cat rescue organizationWe 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.

This cat seems to be enjoying the snow. Some cats are not so lucky - they live on the streets.

About Us

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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.


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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 CONTACT US button to let us know if you would like to be a foster home.

Melrose Humane Society helpers

Our first line of defense

Veterinarians and their techs

Bay State Animal Clinic is our vet of choice. Their vets and technicians are top notch. They work with us to help get cats adopted too...

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 is a veterinary hospital that cares for many of our rescues. They are very professional and capable. They are such a great resource.

Saugus Animal Hospital, Saugus, MA

All the vets and technicians are so professional and helpful.  Our cats receive excellent care!

MHS not only takes in cats and kittens that are surrendered to us, we also help out other shelters/rescues when they are overloaded. They take from us when we are overloaded and we take from them when they are overloaded. We especially try to take kittens since they are the most at risk.

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

Our fosters may not look like this, but never doubt that they are just as fierce. This is the picture of a beautiful male lion with a full mane and a look of determination on his face. Our foster families are just as determined to care for their charges and find GREAT homes for them when they are ready to leave. Never mess with a foster mom...

foster families

Our fosters do not look like this, but they are every bit as fierce in their care of their charges.  Interested in fostering?  Under Contact Us there is a foster care form...

This is a cat that is soooo proud of catching a mouse for her owner. She says she 'would do anything for you' and she looks like she means it. So proud of herself...

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.

This is a joke image to show that we have many, many local people who feed strays that live in their backyards, have appeared on their porches or have shown up and are in need. These helpers are kind-hearted people...we try to help them whenever we can.

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.

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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.

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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.

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We need volunteers....

MHS has been fortunate to attract 2 new volunteers for Wednesday mornings and 1 new volunteer for Friday nights.   We thank them for helping us.


 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...

This is Helen a Guardian Angel cat. She was born with no eyes. We have no idea how she survived until Melrose Humane Society found her and took her in. She lived in a foster home for more than 10 years...sadly, she passed away from a heart problem early in 2017.

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

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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

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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.

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Our 12 Days of Christmas 2020 fundraiser has ended.  We have $50 gift certificates for local restaurants, stores, and businesses.  We will draw the winning names this Saturday, 1/18/20. Winners will be notified soon thereafter.  Thank you to everyone who helped make this fundraiser a success!!!   

MHS partners with PetSmart, Saugus, MA

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Waldo is really a female cat.  Somehow she was named Waldo and the name stuck. She was rescued as a kitten and is shy and reserved. But, she will blossom with love and patience. She has recently found a new home.  

Our hope for all Angel cats

A picture of Jesus holding departed animals in his hand to care for them until they can be reunited with their loved ones.

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.

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