About Ellis Island Cat Rescue
Ellis Island Cat Rescue is an animal rescue in Murphy, Collin County, Texas. Its name and records point to a focus on cats. It is registered with the IRS as a tax-exempt organization, recognized in 2012. The nearest other listed shelter or rescue is Murphy Animal Shelter, about 1.5 mi away.
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32.99850, -96.59976
What Ellis Island Cat 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
- Murphy Animal ShelterMurphy, TXAnimal shelter1.5 mi
- City of Wylie Animal Services949 Hensley Ln Bldg 100, Wylie, TXAnimal control1.9 mi
- Sachse Animal Shelter6424 Sachse Rd, Sachse, TXAnimal shelter2.8 mi
- New Beginnings Cat Rescue5401 N Garland Ave, Garland, TXAnimal rescue3.4 mi
- Oak Hill Animal Rescue, Inc.5401 N Garland Ave, Garland, TXAnimal rescue3.5 mi
- Animal Allies of Texas3630 N Shiloh Rd, Garland, TXAnimal rescue5.0 mi
- Second Chance SPCA1700 J Ave, Plano, TXSPCA6.1 mi
- Garland Animal Shelter1902 Highway 66, Garland, TXAnimal shelter6.1 mi
- Garland Animal Shelter & Adoption Center1902 TX-66, Garland, TXAnimal shelter6.1 mi
- Garland Animal Control600 Tower St, Garland, TXAnimal control6.4 mi
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Where is Ellis Island Cat Rescue located?
Ellis Island Cat Rescue is at 515 Ridgeview Dr, Murphy, TX 75094 in Collin County.
What are the hours of Ellis Island Cat Rescue?
No opening hours are on record. Call at (972) 509-9093 or check its website before visiting; many shelters keep separate hours for adoptions, intake and lost-pet searches.
How do I adopt from Ellis Island Cat Rescue?
Contact the organization for its list of adoptable animals and its 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 Ellis Island Cat 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 Ellis Island Cat Rescue tax-deductible?
Ellis Island Cat Rescue matches an IRS record for a tax-exempt animal welfare organization (EIN 27-2103635). 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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