July 3, 2024
Latest Blog Posts
May 30, 2024
National Pet Preparedness Month takes place in June and reminds pet owners how important it is to include your pets in any emergency plans you make […]
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 […]












