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Castaway Critters (James A. Hueholt Memorial Foundation)

What it is
Shelters and rescues
Who it helps
Operation CatNip clinics are for cats from low-income households and for stray and feral cats.
Where
Foster network in Dauphin, Cumberland, Lebanon, Perry, Lancaster and York Counties
Status
Open
Checked
on the official website, November 5, 2026

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No-kill, foster-home animal rescue with a focus on sick, injured and special-needs cats and dogs. There is no public shelter; animals live in foster homes until adopted. Through its Operation CatNip program it periodically runs spay/neuter clinics for cats from low-income households and for stray and feral cats.

Checked on the official website · November 5, 2026 What this means
An independently researched listing, not a statement of partnership or endorsement.

How to reach them

Where: P.O. Box 1421, Harrisburg, PA

Good to know

  • Who can use it: Operation CatNip clinics are for cats from low-income households and for stray and feral cats.
  • How to get started: Apply to adopt or foster through the online applications on the website, or call (717) 831-5010.

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Sources

Castaway Critters (James A. Hueholt Memorial Foundation) official page, checked November 5, 2026.

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