Rescuing Staten Island's Stray & Abandoned Cats

LOVE AT FIRST PURR is a 501(c)(3) non-profit cat rescue organization dedicated to saving, rehabilitating, and rehoming cats in need across Staten Island, New York.

Found a Stray or Injured Cat?

Step-by-Step Rescue Instructions

If you’ve found a stray, injured, sick, or abandoned cat, follow these steps to provide safe, immediate care while you contact our rescue team:

  • Assess safety first: Approach slowly to avoid scaring the cat. Check for visible injuries, limping, or distress.
  • Contain safely: Use a carrier or cardboard box. Line with a towel and keep the cat warm, quiet, and away from children/pets.
  • Do NOT feed without guidance: Human food and improper diet can severely harm stray and injured cats.
  • Call us immediately: Our rescue team will guide you through drop-off or emergency pickup.

Rescue Hotline: (718) 555-1234

Stray cat rescue guide

Our Rescue Stories

Domestic Shorthair

Domestic Shorthair

Rescued from abandonment near a grocery store, this cat was malnourished and fearful. After proper care and socialization, it was adopted into a loving permanent home.

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Tabby Cat

Tabby Cat

This tabby was hit by a car and suffered a broken leg. Our veterinary team performed surgery, and after months of rehabilitation, the cat made a full recovery and was adopted.

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Mother Cat & Kittens

Stray Mother Cat & Kittens

A stray mother cat and her newborn litter were found in a backyard. We provided a safe foster home, medical care, and found loving homes for all the kittens and mom.

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Black Domestic Cat

Black Domestic Cat

Found homeless during extreme winter weather, this cat was suffering from hypothermia and malnutrition. After emergency care, it recovered and was placed in a warm home.

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Calico Cat

Calico Cat

This calico was abandoned with a severe infection. After veterinary treatment and rehabilitation, she regained full health and was adopted by a caring family.

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Feral Kitten

Feral Kitten

Rescued from a feral colony, this kitten was scared and unsocialized. With patience and care, it became friendly and adoptable, now living happily as an indoor cat.

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About LOVE AT FIRST PURR

Cat rescue center

Our Mission & Purpose

Our organization is dedicated to improving the lives of stray and abandoned cats through rescue, recovery, socialization, and adoption programs. We often receive calls from community members who have no other resources for assistance with stray and abandoned cats, and we step in to help where others cannot.

While we find permanent, loving homes for cats that are adoptable, we ensure that unadoptable cats are placed in safe, managed environments with ongoing care and support.

Through these efforts, we aim to promote animal welfare, reduce the suffering of homeless cats, and foster a compassionate community.

Location: 27 Wakefield Road, Staten Island, NY 10312

EIN: 33-2550894 | 501(c)(3) Non-Profit