MOOSE JAW — In a heartwarming display of community support, Artistique Acres Pet Resort hosted a successful fundraiser supper at Bugsy’s Irish Pub, raising funds in support of the work done by the Stray Cat Rescue and Protection Society (SCRAPS) in Moose Jaw.
The fundraiser raised a total of $995 and took place recently.
“We were really happy with the turnout, and we (wish to) thank everybody for coming,” said Holly Hales, owner of Artistique Acres Pet Resort.
Owing to the success of the fundraising event, Hales said she hopes to do another, similar fundraiser in the near future to support the cause — although this is still on the drawing board.
The ribs and Caesar fundraiser was held with the goal of supporting , including its trap, neuter, and release (TNR) program. All proceeds raised or received by SCRAPS are used for direct medical expenses and necessities including food, with veterinary care 小蓝视频 the number one expense.
“We actually strive for excellence in the care of our animals. They get a full series of vaccines… which includes the rabies vaccine. This isn’t always the standard vaccination you get with adoptable animals,” explained Anne Marciszyn, a SCRAPS volunteer.
These vaccines include three for kittens and two for adult cats, and because a lot of cats in the organization’s care come from outdoors, several animals require more extensive veterinary care for conditions such as respiratory and gastric illnesses.
The organization has no overhead for a building or wages, so all proceeds can go directly to the care of these animals.
“It was great to talk to people who have adopted cats through SCRAPS,” Hales said about the recent fundraiser. “They were showing us pictures and… it’s nice to see that (these cats and kittens) have such wonderful, caring homes now. It would be nice to see more (lives changed for the best) in the future.”
Artistique Acres offers premium pet boarding, grooming, and daycare on a serene three-acre property just west of Moose Jaw. With flexible drop-off times and personalized care, the business provides a comfortable retreat for pets while accommodating the needs of their owners.
“Artistique Acres boards dogs and cats, and we also work with SCRAPS (Moose Jaw) to take in their feral cats until they can find new placements or can be released back into the community,” Hales shared.
“We also have a groomer that works here as well,” she added. “If people are needing their pets groomed, they can give us a call (and we’ll be happy to help).”
Artistique Acres Pet Resort is located at 2855 Caribou Street West and can be reached at 306-692-1997. For more information visit or ‘’ on Facebook.
To contact SCRAPS Moose Jaw and sponsor a cat or kitten, the organization can be reached at 306-693-0718 or alternatively by email at [email protected].
