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4300 South Howell Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Phone: 414-727-PURR

Thursday 6-9pm, Saturday 10am-3pm

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* * * * General Adoption Information * * * *


*AUTUMN ADOPTION SPECIAL* $10 OFF ALL CATS 6 MONTHS OR OLDER!

Special Ends Dec. 31st, so come in and FALL for your new best friend!


All animals at Second Hand Purrs are given a veterinary exam before arriving at the shelter and the following procedures are included in the adoption fee:

  • Tested for Feline Leukemia and FIV
  • Distemper Booster
  • Rabies Booster (if 6 months or older)
  • Fecal Testing
  • Deworming preventative (Initial doses with a follow-up)
  • Flea bath
  • Ear mite treatment, if needed
  • Spayed or neutered (if 6 months of age or older)
Our adoption fee is $80 for one cat/kitten or two cats/kittens for $130. We do not adopt to anyone under the age of 21.

In 2007 we adopted out 286 cats and kittens to new and loving homes! Help us make 2008 a bigger and better year for the animals!

Take a look at who's looking for a good home


* * * *SPONSOR A CAT * * * *

Sponsor one of our cats for $15 per month until the cat is adopted. Your name (example "This cat sponsored by R. Smith") will be added to the cat's personality description on our website. You will receive a picture of the cat that you will be sponsoring. For more information, please contact Susan or call (414)-727-PURR(7877) to leave a voice message.


Protect your pets. ShelterCare Pet Insurance Programs
Every time an application for a ShelterCare Pet Insurance Program is completed through this link our organization will receive a $25 donation. Just click on the banner.

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Last Modified: February 8, 2005

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