Obviously, our main mission is to rescue cats that need a helping hand. Every neighborhood on Long Island has stray cats. Fortunately, there are many good people out there feeding them and providing shelter. However, this is no life for these cats. We find loving homes for as many of them as we can.
Needless to say, outdoor cats have a rough life. Bad weather, other animals, cars, and, sadly, evil humans that hurt or even kill them cause them to always struggle. We often take in injured, sick and pregnant cats that would otherwise not survive being outside. We give them a chance at a happy life.
Most often, a cat simply needs some time adjusting to being loved. They've had little to no human interaction, and sometimes it's been a negative experience. We offer them a warm home, love, time and patience. Everyone must understand that it can take months for some of them to feel safe.
Education is key when taking in a rescue animal. We don't know their history - what they've been through or how they've been treated. Each rescue cat needs to be handled individually. We offer our many years of experience to help our adopters, fosters and volunteers.
Rags to Riches Animal Rescue was founded from a deep love of helping animals that needed a chance. We strive to help some of the many local stray and feral cats on Long Island. Every being is entitled to a chance of being loved and spoiled in their home. Join us in our plight to help these deserving animals.
Our mission is to improve the lives of stray, abused, and neglected cats. Every being has the right to food, shelter and love. The life of an animal isn't less important and should't be undervalued. Those who love animals are better off, as animals provide unconditional love without being selfish.
In the upcoming years we want to see fewer stray cats in dire straits. We want more people to do something about this seemingly never ending issue. Each rescue deserves loving adopters, even the older ones or those with some health issues. We CANNOT do this without YOUR help.
