This is Limpy's story, written by our founder, Lynn Chiche. Although her home was a parking lot, Limpy was not just any stray who begged for scraps. She was, in fact, a sassy little calico who was loved by many. In better days, she loved the sun warming her body as...
WWL TV featued our founder, Lynn Chiche, in a television interview and article: Almost 30 years ago, a friend invited Lynn Chiche to a lecture at a veterinary school. “He said, ‘You will never transport your way out of animal overpopulation. You will never rescue your...
May 2026 was an extraordinary month for SpayMart, and I have spent much of it feeling deeply grateful for this community and everything we accomplish together. Give NOLA Day 2026 was a tremendous success for the animals we serve. Because of your generosity, we will be...
When we think about keeping our pets safe, most of us picture obvious dangers: cleaning chemicals under the sink, pesticides in the yard, or foods like chocolate and grapes. But many of the most serious poisoning risks for cats and dogs are much closer to us, often...
Bringing home a new cat is exciting, but for the cat, it can be overwhelming. Everything is different: new smells, new sounds, new people, and unfamiliar routines. Even the most affectionate cat may hide at first, while a confident one may explore too quickly and get...
Fostering a cat or kitten is one of the most powerful and joyful ways you can make a difference in animal welfare. When you open your home to a foster pet, you’re doing something extraordinary: giving an animal safety, comfort, and love during a critical moment in...
Happy Holidays! Together, we’re been helping animals in the Greater New Orleans area and Gulf Coast region for over two decades. When I reflect on the number of unwanted births our spay/neuter initiatives have prevented, the pain and suffering our Felicity Charity...
At SpayMart, we believe every cat deserves a chance, not just the ones who purr in our laps, but also the ones who watch from the shadows. Every year, kitten season brings a tidal wave of tiny lives into our community, born under houses, behind dumpsters, in alleys...
They slip through a door left ajar. They jump a fence in a moment of panic. They run from the sound of fireworks or a thunderstorm. Every day, beloved pets go missing, confused, frightened, and far from the people who love them. And every day, microchips bring them...
In Louisiana and Mississippi, heartworm disease isn’t just a risk, it’s a guarantee. The hot, humid climate creates the perfect breeding ground for mosquitoes, and where there are mosquitoes, there’s heartworm. Whether you share your life with a bouncy dog or an...