Whis-Purr Rescue in Redwood City, California
About Whis-Purr Rescue
Whis-Purr Rescue is an animal rescue in Redwood City, San Mateo County, California. Its name and records point to a focus on cats. It is registered with the IRS as a tax-exempt organization, recognized in 2014. The nearest other listed shelter or rescue is Nine Lives Cat Adoptions & Medical Clinic, about 0.5 mi away.
Map
37.49085, -122.24114
What Whis-Purr Rescue does
- Pet adoption Not available
- Accepts owner surrenders Not available
- Lost and found pets Not available
- Foster program Not available
- Volunteer program Not available
- Spay and neuter clinic Not available
- Vaccination clinic Not available
- Microchipping Not available
- No-kill (stated) Not available
- Wheelchair accessible Not available
- Dogs Not available
- Cats Yes
- Rabbits and small animals Not available
- Birds Not available
- Reptiles Not available
- Horses Not available
- Farm animals Not available
- Wildlife Not available
Nearby shelters and rescues
- Nine Lives Cat Adoptions & Medical Clinic749 Brewster Ave, Redwood City, CAAnimal shelter0.5 mi
- Nine Lives Foundation Adoption Center3106 Rolison Rd, Redwood City, CAAnimal shelter2.4 mi
- Pets In Need871 Fifth Ave, Redwood City, CAAnimal shelter2.4 mi
- San Mateo County Animal Control225 37th Ave, San Mateo, CAAnimal control4.3 mi
- Norcal Golden Retriever Rescue405 El Camino Real, Menlo Park, CAAnimal rescue4.5 mi
- Mini Cat Town429 South California Avenue, Palo Alto, CAAnimal shelter6.9 mi
- Palo Alto Animal Services3281 E Bayshore Rd, Palo Alto, CAAnimal control8.1 mi
- Peninsula Humane Society and SPCA12 Airport Blvd., San Mateo, CAHumane society8.3 mi
- Coyote Point Shelter12 Airport Boulevard, San Mateo, CAAnimal shelter8.3 mi
- Palo Alto Humane Society Admin OfficeNo animals accepted at this office, 4000 Middlefield Rd D1, Palo Alto, CAHumane society8.9 mi
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Where is Whis-Purr Rescue located?
Whis-Purr Rescue is at 346 El Camino Real, Redwood City, CA 94062 in San Mateo County.
What are the hours of Whis-Purr Rescue?
The recorded opening hours are "by appointment". Adoption hours and intake hours are often different, so check with the shelter at (877) 307-2747 before you go.
How do I adopt from Whis-Purr Rescue?
Start on whis-purr.org, where most shelters and rescues list their adoptable animals and application form. Expect an application, a meeting with the animal and an adoption fee, which usually covers spay or neuter surgery, first vaccinations and a microchip. Rescues often place animals from foster homes, so meetings are by appointment.
Can I surrender a pet to Whis-Purr Rescue?
Call the shelter before you bring an animal in. Many shelters and most rescues take owner surrenders by appointment only, some charge a surrender fee, and some keep a waiting list. Ask whether they offer a rehoming program or pet food and vet assistance first; many surrenders can be avoided with short-term help. The municipal animal control shelter is usually required to accept animals from residents of its city or county.
Are donations to Whis-Purr Rescue tax-deductible?
Whis-Purr Rescue matches an IRS record for a tax-exempt animal welfare organization (EIN 46-3272495), with reported annual revenue of about $194,877. Donations to 501(c)(3) charities are usually tax-deductible; ask the organization for a receipt. Many shelters also post a wish list of supplies they need.
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