History & Nature of SpayMart
SpayMart has been chartered in the city of New Orleans since 1998 with the single mission of reducing euthanasia rates by providing the public with proactive spay/neuter initiatives, made available to every segment of the population. Pre-Katrina, operating out of three local participating veterinarian offices, the organization was responsible for the sterilization of approximately 1500 animals annually. The ultimate goal of SpayMart was to open the city’s first low cost, high volume spay/neuter clinic. Everything was progressing according to schedule, until Katrina.
With the clinic 75-80% complete, the storm totally destroyed the roof and all the contents inside the building. Circumstances beyond anyone’s control forced SpayMart to redirect its energy and focus on the more pressing needs of the animals, rescuing and reuniting pets with owners, or in many circumstances, finding new homes for those whose owners never returned.
The organization participated heavily in water rescue in the weeks following Katrina, and transported over 175 animals to its shelter in rural Mississippi, in an effort to remove them from harms way. Every effort was made to reunite the pets with their owners but many remain homeless today.
The SpayMart shelter is located on 27 beautiful acres and can house comfortably 250 to 300 cats. At present, the facility is at maximum capacity, due not only to Katrina rescues but also cats involved in a cruelty case.
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SpayMart's First Annual SUPER ADOPTATHON
It is in search of these homes that SpayMart is planning its first annual super adoptathon. It will be held March 29th and 30th from 10 am to 4 pm at Jefferson Feed and Garden Supplies located at 4421 Jefferson Highway. We’re planning a fun-filled weekend for the whole family, including door prizes, raffles, food, music, entertainment and crafts. Cats of every size, shape, color and personality will be available for adoption.
So if you’re looking for that life-long companion that’s been hard to find, SpayMart has just the furry friend for you. Specially trained staff will help you find the perfect pet to match your lifestyle so visit SpayMart and Jefferson Feed and Garden Supply on March 29th and 30th to find your life-long-friend. For more information call the SpayMart helpline at 504-838-9167
Download the flyer and post it everywhere!

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