Philadoptables

Neglected and Unwanted…Never Again

These are the heartbreaking and very real moments of animal rescue. Earlier this week, our friends at J & Co Dog Rescue welcomed Jasper to their pack.

Jasper was found running stray and in dire condition. After ending up at ACCT Philly on a “chip hold” everyone was hopeful that Jasper’s family would come for him.

But…they didn’t.

This sweet and gentle giant waited days for his people to come, only to be discarded like he didn’t matter. That chapter of his life is over.

J & Co jumped into action and quickly made the much-needed promise to give Jasper the care, love, and life he deserves. The team at J & Co noticed immediately that Jasper was suffering from neurological issues that affected his ability to walk and balance. Thanks to a loving foster home, he’s adjusting to his new life already!

What everyone thought would be an easy start to his new life, took a turn for the worse. Jasper had to be rushed to an Emergency Vet after expelling a t-shirt and chewed-up pair of underwear from his body. They suspected the clothing items have been lodged in his stomach for weeks! To think of how much he would have suffered on the street without the critical lifesaving care, is heartbreaking.

When Philadoptables heard Jasper’s story, we knew we wanted to help give this sweet boy the life he desperately deserves. Thanks to our generous supporters, we were lucky to provide a donation to J & Co towards Jasper’s care.

The latest update from J & Co on Jasper,

“Being abandoned by his owners, tummy full of clothing, and neurological issues… this boy is really going through it but remains the sweetest gentle giant. Jasper goes back to Patt Veterinarian Hospital today for X rays on his spine. All 4 paws buckle and drag when he walks causing his nails and toes to be worn down . His bills are quickly adding up and we would be so grateful for contributions towards his care. Thank you for all the love and support for this amazing boy ♥️“

50+ Community Cats Warmer This Winter

Teamwork makes the dream work! Over the weekend, local animal welfare advocates from various groups, came together to make life a little warmer for community cats. Philadoptables is very fortunate to donate towards this project and in the end, 50+ shelters were made for our feline friends! Your support makes these partnerships and efforts for our community possible!

The following is from our friends at The Cat Collaborative, “Wow – what an amazing group of people who came out in the FREEZING temperatures to help make winter shelters for the kitties! Thank you so much to Lina Ruth and Julianne Davis , who led the event, and to all the incredible volunteers who showed up to help.

Special thanks to Diana Bauer and Philadoptables for their very generous donation, which made a huge dent in what we had to spend on supplies. I’m so proud to be a part of such a positive and inspiring group of people who are doing so much to bring about change for the outdoor cats of Philadelphia! Cat Advocate Rockstars!”

Oxygen Tent for Senior Dogs

Our friends at Happy Tails Rescue Retirement Home go above and beyond for senior dogs in need.

Happy Tails Rescue Retirement Home is a one-woman mission to give senior dogs without a home the chance to live out their golden years in comfort.

When they critically needed an oxygen tent for their residents, your generous support allowed us to purchase one for them. Without our supporters, we would not be able to help senior dogs in need or the many at-risk animals in our community.

Thank you for your dedication and love!

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Colony Cats Receive Critical Care + TNR

One part of Philadoptables’ mission includes helping community cats. Community cats are outdoor cats who may be feral or semi-feral but still need care and to be spayed and neutered. We were contacted by a local animal advocate about a colony of cats in Yeadon, PA – Delaware county.

With the help of local trappers, 19 cats were trapped for spay/neuter and taken to Forgotten Cats for their surgery. This process is called TNR – which stands for trap, neuter, return.


Four of those cats were kittens who were sent to rescue. One cat had a severe eye infection and the eye had to be removed. That kitty, Vixen, who is pictured above (black and white), will now live a more healthy and happy life from getting the medical care she needed. During the TNR process, cats are spayed or neutered and given vaccines.

We are thankful we can support community cats like Vixen who need our help! All made possible through partnerships and grant funding with Finance of America Cares – thank you FOAC!

2021 Pet Food Collection Drive Feeds Hundreds of Animals in Our Communities!

‘Tis the season for giving! For 13 years Philadoptables has helped feed hungry cats and dogs in the Delaware Valley and like always, we couldn’t do it without our generous supporters.

Last week, we donated all of our collected food to benefit two events and multiple communities. Thank you to everyone that contributed and assisted with our pet food collection drive!

Hundreds of animals will have full bellies this holiday season thanks to you!

During one of the events, 100+ families were served at a cohosted community pet food pantry with PAWS (Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society), Philadelphia Auto And Parole, and Citizens for a No-Kill Philadelphia!

Happy Holidays! #noemptybowls