June 05, 2023

EVENT VOLUNTEERS WANTED!

June 05, 2023/ Danielle Tuchelt

Make a significant difference in the lives of Regina Cat Rescue cats by raising money to pay for their care.

RCR volunteers work the Western Pizza booth at events, including Saskatchewan Roughrider home games! These games are one of RCR's biggest fundraisers, and we get paid per volunteer spot that we fill, so it's important that we get the max number of volunteers possible. This valuable, consistent source of funds enables us to pay for veterinary care for Regina's abandoned cats and kittens.

You’ll work alongside a fantastic (and fun!) team. Volunteer duties include setting up the concession, serving pizza, drinks and other concession items, taking payments and giving change to patrons, and closing down the concession. Shifts are approximately 5 to 6 hours in length.

Volunteer just a few hours of your time and you'll be making a significant contribution to RCR.

THE SCHEDULE INCLUDES:

Saskatchewan Roughriders

July 15, 2023, 3:30 – 8:00pm (approximate end time)

August 6, 2023, 3:30 – 8:00pm (approximate end time)

August 20, 2023, 3:30 – 8:00pm (approximate end time)

September 3, 2023, 3:30 – 8:00pm (approximate end time)

September 15, 2023, 6:00 – 10:30pm (approximate end time)

October 7, 2023, 3:30 – 8:00pm (approximate end time)

October 21, 2023, 12:30 – 5:00pm (approximate end time)

more games may be added dependent on playoff season

SIGN UP HERE!

Volunteers must be 19 years or older, as volunteers will be pouring or selling alcohol (there is a limit of three underage volunteers per shift to serve as runners).

New volunteers should complete the Special Occasion Responsible Service (SORS) training. SORS is an online course required of all volunteers who serve or sell alcohol as part of an unpaid special occasion position (such as events at Mosaic). Without the course you can still volunteer at these events, but won’t be able to work the cash register and/or serve alcohol. We need a minimum number of volunteers who can work the cash register and/or serve alcohol, so it’s a great benefit to RCR if you complete it. Here are the details:

The online course takes approximately 1 hour to complete.
There are different versions of this course; the one required for volunteers is SORS and costs $10. Please pay upfront and we will reimburse you after you work three stadium events for RCR.
Take the course here. Or go to https://stec.skillbuilder.co/catalog/38/2
When completing your registration, identify the organization as Regina Cat Rescue.
Once completed, please email a screen shot or photo of your certificate to volunteer@reginacatrescue.com.

Email volunteer@reginacatrescue.com with any questions!

May 19, 2023

Good night, Sweet Sydney.

May 19, 2023/ alanna whippler

RCR lost one of our sweetest rescues this week when poor Sydney succumbed to a strange illness that may have been related to toxicity or possibly FIP.

We had high hopes for this pretty girl when she first came into care after being rescued from the street life as a young kitten. She was shy, but thrived in foster care and enjoyed the company of other cats.

Eventually, she found a home of her own but was sadly returned due to her timidity and lack of interaction with the family and other pets.

Upon return, Sydney demonstrated several concerning symptoms including a wobbly gait, and severe lethargy due to immume mediated anemia. We had her hospitalized to recieve a blood transfusion and hoped for the best.

Sydney receiving a blood transfusion thanks to RCR adoptee Arthur

on her way home with high hopes for recovery

handsome rcr alum arthur provided his blood to help sydney.

At first, things were looking up and her Packed Cell Volume ( PCV) was approaching normal levels after the transfusion. Unfortunately, it was short lived and she was back at the clinic in decine just a few days later.

We sadly had to make the decision to let her go. She leaves many friends behind.

RIP, Sweet Sydney. You will be missed.

As always, these rescue stories and heroic efforts are only possible due to your support. Please visit Regina Cat Rescuefor information on donating, volunteering and adopting.

April 02, 2023

Motley Makes it Into Care!

April 02, 2023/ alanna whippler

Motley was a community cat at a busy feeding station that was impacted by the fire of a nearby home that added multiple cats to an already bad situation. Regina Cat Rescue did what we could to rescue as many as possible, but we knew there were cats left behind. One of them was Motley, and we grew increasingly concerned as his condition deteriorated.

Motley frequented the feeding station and we had a feeling he was tame, but he was skittish and evaded capture. Thankfully, we were finally able to nab him thanks to a dedicated volunteer who dedicated her time to get him to safety.

As expected, Motley turned out to be a very sweet and loving boy who can’t get enough attention and love. He craves attention! And he’s so sweet we just have to give it to him.

Poor Motley needed a full body shave to deal with severe matting but he’s taking it in stride. He’s just so happy to be safe and loved he can rock whatever comes his way.