March 19, 2026

Celebrating 13 Years of Second Chances

 

Throughout our anniversary month, we're celebrating our own senior superlatives. Today, we celebrate our youngest cat, Mabel, who holds a special place in our hearts. Mabel, a tiny brown tabby, was found at about 7 weeks old on the side of a busy road after she was thrown from a car. After little Mabel arrived at the Sandoval County Animal Shelter with a swollen head, she soon began having seizures.


While health problems usually mark animals at shelters for euthanasia, a kind cat lover, Lindsay, stepped forward to foster Mabel. After some time, life circumstances prevented Lindsay from continuing to foster Mabel, and we learned that Mabel needed a rescue to take care of her.


Despite being a senior rescue, we decided this special kitten with such a tough start needed safety and a home. Some time after Mabel arrived, we got a call to foster Mabel. Lindsay’s life circumstances had stabilized, and she had an empty spot in her heart—and a home—waiting for Mabel! We were thrilled!

Mabel, now 4 years old, no longer has seizures and is living her best life with her adopted mom.


While June’s is a senior cat rescue, and Mabel was a kitten, she suffered from seizures, which meant she needed medication and regular veterinary care. These factors meant she most likely wouldn’t get adopted from a shelter. June’s provides lifelong care for senior cats, who are often overlooked for adoption, languish in shelters, or are euthanized before their time simply because of their age. We also sometimes rescue cats with chronic health problems, like Mabel.


Mabel may be our youngest, but she represents exactly why June’s exists.


Cats like her — and the seniors we cherish every day — don’t get passed over because they aren’t worthy. They get passed over because they need a little more. A little more medication. A little more monitoring. A little more patience. A little more love.

At June’s, “a little more” is what we do best.


As we celebrate 13 years of saving senior and special-needs cats, will you help us continue saying yes to the Mabels of the world?

Your gift today helps provide:

  • Lifesaving medication
  • Ongoing veterinary care
  • Nutritious wet food (seconds and thirds included!)
  • A safe, loving home for life


Please consider making an anniversary donation in honor of Mabel — our youngest senior at heart — and help us ensure that age or medical needs never determine a cat’s fate.


Join us at Barnes & Noble on April 4 !


Cats and Books just go together, right? Cats napping on books, cuddling a cat while reading a book, books about cats ... it just makes sense.


That’s why Barnes & Noble at Coronado Mall in Albuquerque is hosting a fundraiser for us. Ten percent of purchases made with a voucher will be donated to June’s Senior Cat Rescue. June’s volunteers will be there passing out vouchers from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m—all you have to do is stop by, shop, and give the voucher to the cashier when you check out!


Barnes & Noble Fundraising Day

11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

6600 Menaul Blvd NE

Albuquerque, NM 87110


Are you interested in volunteering to pass out vouchers during this event? Sign up here.


Artists, Crafters, and Business Owners, We Need Your Help!


Your item donations powered our success with our last online auction, and we are counting on your talents to help our cats thrive! Are you an artist or a crafter? Donate some art, jewelry, or crafts to the auction! Do you own a business or provide services? Donate a gift card or certificate! All donors are credited, and we will link auction visitors to your website.



If you have items you would like to donate, please email us at info@jscr.org to arrange for drop-off or pick-up.


Every gift, in any amount, helps us improve the lives of the cats in our care. Thank you for your kindness and generosity!

 
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