June 2025

HELLO JUNE! SUNSHINE AND SWEET DAYS AHEAD!

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Castaway Critters' mission is to save the lives of, and provide new beginnings for, lost, sick and abandoned companion animals through rescue, rehabilitation, adoptions and spay/neuter programs.


We may not be able to solve all the world's problems, but we can transform the lives of countless animals. We provide a lifeline for those facing neglect, abandonment, and unimaginable hardship. By giving these deserving creatures a second chance, we offer them the opportunity to experience the joy of a loving home and the comfort of knowing they are safe and cherished.


Thank you for being part of the Castaway Critters family. We can't do what we do without you.

 

One year old Ruby (above) will let you pet her all day! If you're looking for someone to snuggle with, this is the girl for you. You can check her out on our website and also see all of our other adoptable animals!  We have lots of kittens and cats looking for their forever homes!



Not able to adopt a new family member? Consider donating or sponsoring an animal in need. We spend over $100,000 on vetting expenses every year, so every donation helps. Check out some of our events and other ways you can help below. 


May presented us with some tough medical challenges.


Sweet Terk's life took a serious turn when he suffered from severe vomiting and wouldn't eat. Doctors initially feared he'd swallowed something he shouldn't have, possibly string, leading to emergency surgery. What they found during the operation, however, stunned everyone: Terk's intestine was uniquely twisted around itself, resembling a barber pole. The surgeon, with 35 years of experience, had never witnessed such a condition. In a truly miraculous turn, they were able to untwist the intestine, and it returned to normal, then was secured with stitches. As if that weren't enough, it was also discovered that Terk possesses two spleens, with one smaller and not functioning. After a minor fever, he has fully recovered and is eager to find his forever home.


Margarita experienced a devastating abandonment after three years indoors, cruelly cast outside. Her suffering was compounded by a severe foot injury, reportedly inflicted by her own mother, leaving her unable to hunt or defend herself. By the time we were alerted, she'd spent three weeks fending for herself, severely emaciated. She's now slowly recuperating, and once stronger, will be evaluated for a possible leg amputation due to her inability to bear any weight on the injured limb.


If you have been following the hoarding situation then you know that we were able to get 42 cats out of a house. We are now working on getting them healthy and to the doctors. Those that have been given the thumbs up by the doctor have either been adopted or are now available for adoption. This will be a very long process.


Due to the number of new cats we took in, we are going through litter like crazy. We are in need of any kind of clumping litter, litter boxes and adult Fancy Feast Pate (not seafood) and adult dry Purina One cat food. You can help us by purchasing from our wish list here.

OUR ANNUAL ONLINE AUCTION IS UNDERWAY.


Our latest online auction has just begun, and you still have plenty of time to find something special! We've got a wide variety of items up for grabs. The auction runs until June 8th. You can browse and bid on all items right here.

OUR 2026 CALENDAR CONTEST IS GEARING UP!


Alright pet parents, it's time to capture those adorable moments! Get your cameras ready and start snapping photos of your beloved furry, feathered, hooved or scaled companions (and everything in between).


Our Calendar Contest submissions open on July 1st, and we're looking for all kinds of pets, not just dogs and cats! Whether you have a goat, a snake, a pig, or even a hamster, it doesn't matter. We want to see them! The only requirement: they must be RESCUES.


Every accepted photo entry will be included in our calendar! Go here to check out the rules.

Don't miss a thing! Follow us on Facebook for all the latest news and updates (like our online auction and our calendar contest). Amelia, pictured below, is waiting for her forever home.

Upcoming Events

See our Facebook page for more info

June 7

Petco Meet & Greet

5125 Jonestown Rd.

11am-2pm


June 14

Father's Day Bake Sale

Boscov's - Colonial Park Mall

10am-2pm


June 21

Petco Meet & Greet

5125 Jonestown Rd.

11am-2pm


June 28

Castaway Critter's Tie-Dye Party

Abrams & Weakley

3963 N 6th St, Harrisburg

11am-2pm



And don't forget that you can also meet some of our available cats and kittens at the Blue Dog Pet Shop, 1004 Hummel Ave. Lemoyne, Petco Mechanicsburg, 6416 Carlisle Pike, Mechanicsburg and Petco Colonial Park, 5125 Jonestown Rd., Hbg. whenever these stores are open. We are very grateful for our partnerships with these fine stores! 


You still have until 06/15 to vote for us! Click here and go to the Community section. You'll see "Animal Rescue or Charity" where you can add our name (Castaway Critters).


Thank you to everyone who has already voted!


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