Contact Us
Lynn Chiche
Director of SpayMart
Phone: 601-749-0268
Fax: 601-749-5084SpayMart Thrift And Gift
Lee Doane
Store Director
Phone: 504-454-8200
6601 Veterans Blvd.
Metairie, LA 70003
In the shopping center
with TJ Maxx
Hours of Operation:
Mon-Sat: 10am-4pmKitten Foster Program
Program Coordinator
Lauree Nunez
Phone: 504-343-7000Adoption Coordinator
Joan Avent
Phone: 504-453-5363Petsmart Adoptions
1000 South Clearview Parkway
Kittens available for viewing
during normal business hours
Weekend Adoptions 1pm-4pm
or by appointment.PETCO Adoptions
3500 Williams Blvd.
Kittens available for viewing
during normal business hours
Weekend Adoptions :
By appointment only.Our Mission
SpayMart is a volunteer-based, nonprofit, humane organization started specifically to establish high-volume, low-cost spay/neuter and adoption programs with the mission of solving the pet overpopulation crisis in the city.
Category Archives: Programs
Numbers are in for SpayMart’s 12th Annual 2011 Neuter Scooter Campaign!!
SpayMart’s feral cat public awareness campaign entitled “Neuter Scooter” ended November 30th. We partnered with St. Tammany Humane Society in Covington, Spay Nation in Lafayette, the LA-SPCA in Gretna, Ark Animal Hospital in Metairie and Pets R Our World in … Continue reading
Luke
Luke is a wonderful 7 year old boy looking for a family to call his own. Luke is completely loveable with a cute, playful personality. He rolls on his back asking for a belly rub and he thoroughly enjoys being … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Cruelty Case Cats, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Sanctuary Cats, Seniors for Seniors, Short Haired Cats
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Brendle
Brendle is a gentle, sweet lady who likes living the quiet life. She loves people and getting pet, and would love a nice lap to rest on. She has a beautiful tabby coat with splashes of orange! Brendle’s owner was … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Cruelty Case Cats, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Sanctuary Cats, Seniors for Seniors, Short Haired Cats
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Anastasia
Anastasia is a super sweet and lovable lady cat. She’s very outgoing with company and just wants to be petted and loved. She’d make a perfect home for an individual or large family..And like most SpayMart cats, she’s used to … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Cruelty Case Cats, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Sanctuary Cats, Seniors for Seniors, Short Haired Cats
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Charlie
Charlie This handsome boy has deserved better for most of his life. He was abandoned as an adolescent by his owners and left to die in an apartment. The cleaning crew fortunately found him before it was too late and … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Cruelty Case Cats, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Sanctuary Cats, Seniors for Seniors
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Cookie
Cookie You’ve heard the old saying “Live on Love” (with a little help from friends)? Well, that about sums it up for all 27 of us. We lived in a housing project and belonged to an elderly woman on a … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Cruelty Case Cats, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Sanctuary Cats, Seniors for Seniors, Short Haired Cats
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Chevy
Chevy belonged to a family as a small kitten and young adolescent. She lived in an apartment and wasn’t allowed outside. Her owners left for work early each morning but faithfully returned in the evening and spent time playing with … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Cruelty Case Cats, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Sanctuary Cats, Seniors for Seniors, Short Haired Cats
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Boogie Boy
Boogie Boy LOOKING FOR MR. WONDERFUL? Here’s THE cat for you: —Personality: All American perfect guy: sweet and shy —Looks: Velvety Black, DSH —Moral Values: He’s as good as gold. —Occupation: Comedian & acrobat. So ready to boogie that his … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Cruelty Case Cats, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Sanctuary Cats, Seniors for Seniors, Short Haired Cats
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Vivie
If it’s looks and a cute personality you’re looking for, look no more, because Vivie has it all. She is a Maine coon mix and was rescued by SpayMart in a cruelty case. Living at the home of a hoarder … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Cruelty Case Cats, Long Haired Cats, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Sanctuary Cats, Seniors for Seniors
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Manny
My owner rented an apartment from a SpayMart board member; she was quite old and one day, people came and said it was time someone took care of her, instead of her taking care of me. The family wasn’t interested … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Sanctuary Cats, Seniors for Seniors, Short Haired Cats, Uncategorized
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Sparkle
Sparkle has lived at the SpayMart shelter for several years now and when I think of her, I feel inspired. She belonged to a hoarder and existed in one room with 100 other cats. Food and water bowls were usually empty. … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Cruelty Case Cats, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Sanctuary Cats, Seniors for Seniors, Short Haired Cats
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Prima
I was rescued after Hurricane Gustav with my mom and my sister Prima and two brothers. We were all trapped from behind Mardi Gras World on the West Bank of New Orleans, and evacuated to the SpayMart shelter. There were … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Sanctuary Cats, Short Haired Cats
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Misha
I’m about as traditional as the oven of Rex. I was born to a feral mom behind Mardi Gras world. Even though it sounds like sun, the arrangement rained on our parade when he announced we were all going to … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Short Haired Cats
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Mandy
I started life with three siblings. And I was the lucky one! We belonged to a woman who rented from a SpayMart board member. She owned many apartments. Our caretaker lost her job and left in the middle of the … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Programs, Sanctuary Cats, Seniors for Seniors, Short Haired Cats
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Gail
Gail doesn’t remember the beginnings of her life. She and her 3 siblings were rescued from the backyard of an elderly school teacher who refused to tolerate cats on the premises. All 4 babies, including the mother, were removed and … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Sanctuary Cats, Seniors for Seniors, Short Haired Cats
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Numi
Numi with Spaymart’s Kitten Foster Program found a wonderful home. Update from Numi’s adoptive parents: We hope you are doing well and helping many more babies!! I can’t believe it has been a year since we brought this beautiful little … Continue reading
Posted in Adopted, Kitten Fostering Program, Success Stories
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Remus
Remus and his brother and sister were born in the marigney, a historical part of New Orleans. Their mother chose to have her little family in the courtyard of a beautiful home belonging to a SpayMart member. The cats were … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Sanctuary Cats
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Rastus
If this handsome boy could talk he could tell you a story. His little sister, Serena, was trapped under the slab of a house. Entangled in yards and yards of bird netting. Because the organization was afraid Rastus could meet … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Sanctuary Cats
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Davin
Davin Davin is a second hand rescue but a first class act, just like his brother Bert. Life at the SpayMart shelter began in a very strange way. The organization received a call from Elmwood plantation asking for help. It … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Cruelty Case Cats, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Sanctuary Cats
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Boudreaux
Boudreaux It was a freezing cold day in February of 2003. SpayMart received a phone call from Thibodeau Animal Control stating the shelter was in terrible disrepair. The animals were wet from a leaky roof and there was no electricity … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Cruelty Case Cats, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Sanctuary Cats, Seniors for Seniors, Short Haired Cats
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Aretha
Aretha Life began on the street in an abandoned house. As part of a feral colony, the day revolved around foraging for food, dodging cars, dogs and mean-spirited humans. We took cover under the house at night. It wasn’t much … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Cruelty Case Cats, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Sanctuary Cats
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Thessie
Thessie She sure has had a sheltered life, staying at Spaymart all this time. She was fairly young when she first got to the sanctuary. Now she’s somewhat older and needs some tender loving care—has a few arthritic problems but … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Cruelty Case Cats, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Sanctuary Cats
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Shelby
Shelby Shelby’s life was just fine in the beginning. She lived in a nice apartment with plenty of windows to view the world outside. His food bowl was always full and his owner seemed to be quite fond of him. … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Cruelty Case Cats, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Sanctuary Cats
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Mustang
Mustang Mustang’s owner moved around quite a bit, but managed to drag her 3 cats with her. She never lasted very long at a job and money was tight. Thankfully, all three were very healthy and didn’t require much. The … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Cruelty Case Cats, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Sanctuary Cats
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Gina
Gina Gina lived with many cats, but her owner loved them all very much and was financially able to provide all the extras. Her house was a beautiful 2 story home and the cats were allowed full range. The menu … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Cruelty Case Cats, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Sanctuary Cats
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Butter
Butter Butter had no complaints about his plight. For 3 glorious years he and his two brothers lived the perfect life. They belonged to a wonderful owner on a quiet street. Their backyard was large with trees to climb and … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Cruelty Case Cats, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Sanctuary Cats, Seniors for Seniors, Short Haired Cats
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Tyson
Tyson This little man is no stranger to the streets. It was eat or be eaten for many years. And that’s what he did—ate another cats ear as part of a cat brawl. Hence, his name, Tyson. But Tyson decided … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Cruelty Case Cats, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Sanctuary Cats, Seniors for Seniors, Short Haired Cats
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Shirley
Shirley Shirley had become street smart at a very early age. She grew up in a commercial area with dogs, cars and countless other perils. She hung around a strip mall with numerous eateries, including hamburger joints and pizza parlors. … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Cruelty Case Cats, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Sanctuary Cats
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Pops
Pops: Pops was spoiled as a youngster. Although he lived with many other cats in a run down shot-gun apartment in uptown New Orleans, life was never dull. There was always plenty to eat and buddies to tease and play … Continue reading
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Paul
Paul Little Paul is an unexplained gift of Hurricane Katrina. He came on the heels of the horrendous storm, when the Spaymart shelter in Picayne, MS was in total disarray. There was no water. All the power lines were down. … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Cruelty Case Cats, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Sanctuary Cats, Seniors for Seniors, Short Haired Cats
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Gates
Gates: I’m quite a happy chap here at the Spaymart sanctuary, but I long for my own home with my own owners that will love me forever. I’m quite the laid back happy-chappy, so go ahead, look at my youtube … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Cruelty Case Cats, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Sanctuary Cats, Seniors for Seniors, Short Haired Cats
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Christopher
Christopher: He’s a jolly ole guy who likes all cats and all people. He was owner relinquished and SpayMart because his family could no longer adequately care for him. Christopher couldn’t understand why they gave him up when he had … Continue reading
Posted in Cats who need homes, Cruelty Case Cats, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Programs, Sanctuary Cats, Seniors for Seniors, Short Haired Cats
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Neuter Scooter 2010
SPAYMART AND FELINE ALLIANCE to offer LOW COST SPAY AND NEUTER for Feral Cats throughout October. The 11th annual Neuter Scooter Campaign is scheduled to provide another 1,500 low cost feral cat surgeries to the metro New Orleans area from … Continue reading
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KITTEN FOSTER HOMES URGENTLY NEEDED
We urgently need experienced, seasoned bottlefeeders for newborns, as well as foster homes for weaned older kittens (eating on their own). Spaymart’s Kitten Fostering Program is currently having to refuse kittens due to lack of foster homes. Many of the … Continue reading
Posted in Headlines, How you can help, Kitten Fostering Program, Uncategorized
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Getting To Know Lynn Chiche
This article was published on Petco’s “Foundation Tails” webpage. (Summer, 2010) Lynn Chiche, Founder of SpayMart Sometimes sticking to your dreams no matter what is not the key to success. However, your dreams can provide a base from which reality … Continue reading
Posted in Felicity Fund, Lynn Chiche, Mississippi Cat Shelter, Press
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The Sad Truth
Thousands of cats and dogs will end up in Louisiana’s animal shelters this year. Sadly, more than 80% will be destroyed because there aren’t enough homes to go around. Dogs and cats are given the death penalty for a crime … Continue reading
Posted in Spay/Neuter
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Spaying and Neutering: Does it really help?
Spaying and neutering is probably the most important thing you can do for your new pet. We have all heard the arguments against these procedures. So why should you? Pick your baby up and look deeply into his/her eyes. Now, … Continue reading
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