Karen Glass
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December 26, 2023
If you’ve attended MRFRS’s Fur Ball Gala in the last few years, then you likely had the opportunity to meet the most special guest of all […]
November 27, 2023
This is Caleb. The picture on the left of the cover was taken shortly after he was found in a trash can after someone had discarded […]
October 31, 2023
Cats are known for their playful and mysterious natures, but even they are not immune from experiencing sadness. Depression in cats can manifest in various ways, […]
September 21, 2023
The first time I saw Jack, he sauntered into my yard, said “hello” and went on to tell me how absolutely famished he was and that […]
June 28, 2023
There are multiple reasons why your cat may be trying to bite you. It could be for attention, little “love bites” while grooming, or they could […]
February 24, 2023
On Sunday, April 23 from 9 a.m. to noon we’re excited to offer low-cost rabies and distemper vaccines* for $20 and FREE microchip identification for cats […]
November 18, 2022
In 1992, the founders of what would ultimately become the Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society, stepped in to address a feral cat population crisis along Newburyport’s […]
September 8, 2022
To help find forever homes for the wonderful felines currently in our shelter, MRFRS is partnering with @bestfriendsanimalsociety during their National Adoption Weekend! From Friday, 9/16 […]
June 29, 2022
By: Karen Glass We all know how important proper hydration is for our health; however, water is just as vital to a cat’s survival as it […]
June 29, 2022
By: Karen Glass Many of us are looking forward to Fourth of July celebrations this year! However, our feline friends are likely not as excited about […]
June 16, 2022
Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) is a complex retrovirus found in cats. It is the second biggest health threat to cats, surpassed only by trauma. It was […]
May 30, 2022
Next to birds, cats possess the widest range of vocalizations of any domestic pet – in fact, cats can make over 100 distinct sounds! These fall […]