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Tavi & Friends Inc is a Brooklyn, New York-based 501(c)(3) animal rescue organization dedicated to helping abandoned, abused, and homeless companion animals, with a strong focus on cats with unique challenges. Their programs include foster-based rescue, rehabilitation, adoption, Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR), and specialized breed rescue through their Tavi's Curls™ Project for American Curl cats. They serve the greater New York City area through dedicated volunteer foster homes and community outreach.
Tavi & Friends Inc is open By appointment only / Foster-based network and serves Brooklyn and the greater New York City metropolitan area.
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Adopters must be at least 21 years of age, provide identification and proof of residence/landlord pet approval, provide veterinary references if applicable, and agree to keep adopted cats strictly indoors.
Prospective adopters submit an application, complete a screening and interview process, and meet eligible cats in their volunteer foster homes prior to finalizing an adoption contract.
No, Tavi & Friends is a foster-based rescue network without a physical shelter facility. All adoptable cats are cared for in private foster homes and met by appointment.
The Tavi's Curls™ Project is a dedicated initiative within the organization focused specifically on the rescue, rehabilitation, and re-homing of American Curl cats and mixes.
Yes, Tavi & Friends supports community cats through Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) initiatives and outreach to help manage and care for free-roaming cat populations.
The organization is a volunteer, foster-based rescue. Intake is evaluated on a case-by-case basis depending on foster home availability; inquiries can be made via email at Info@TaviandFriends.org.
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