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A cat named Lotto
A little cat named Lotto changed Jack Talman’s life forever and even though he has passed on, he continues to inspire us with this endeavor called Fostering is Cool.
Millions of cats, kittens, dogs and puppies are killed in shelters because they are deemed non adoptable. Often it is because the kittens and puppies are still nursing, or because the overcrowded conditions in the shelters causes illness before the animals can find homes.
Fostering a pet is a way you can give them a second chance at finding a forever home
Foster “parents” are desperately needed today. Please open your heart and your homes and find out why Fostering is SO Cool.
Fostering is Cool
bigcatrescue
December 24, 2011 at 2:50 am
I’ve known Jack and Jewell Talman for many years. They are true animal lovers and have been instrumental in saving many pet lives through their generosity and tireless work. They combine hands on fostering care, with educating others in the field and getting political to enact more animal protective laws.
Rick Medina
December 27, 2011 at 1:22 pm
Jack Talman has been responsible for saving more animals in Hillsborough County than any other private citizen. Jack and I have worked together for some 10 years and I am proud to call him a friend. Fostering is an important part of animal rescue. This program is the last chance for many animals in kill shelters. Thanks you Jack.
Donna
January 2, 2012 at 3:18 pm
although I own six rescue cats, I can’t foster right now. However, when I retire and have the TIME to devote to kits, it’s my dream.,
Jack
January 2, 2012 at 3:35 pm
Donna, you have saved at least 6 lives!!!! Please keep up with us on Facebook and if any friends are interested let us know. If you have time look this site over. It is really taking shape. Take Care. Jack
wandavelez
January 2, 2012 at 4:21 pm
Dearest Jack: I am SO happy to see you continue to honor LOTTO’s soul and his inspiration continues to help thousands of cats & dogs every year…I know he’s watching from above and is so proud of all the good you’ve done and continue to do! Thank goodness for the day LOTTO crossed Jack Tallman’s path!
Wanda Velez, Animal Welfare Activist
Pompano Beach, FL & Puerto Rico (US Commonwealth)
Jeanine Cohen
January 23, 2012 at 11:47 am
Jack’s mission to save animals is only matched by his vision to make animal welfare groups work more efficiently, and dare I say it, work together. His willingness to continually reach out to the existing rescue groups and beg, prod, and push to move animals from animal services to Fostering is Cool, then to an existing adoption program, while bumping heads with anyone who gets in the way, is endless. Not many people can stomach the heartache of recognizing what “no” really means in this arena, and Jack doesn’t take no for an answer. Jack gets it, Tampa does not need another rescue group. Tampa needs more fosters to save the adoptable pets until we can get them all homes. While Cat Crusaders will continue to pull directly from Hillsborough County Animal Services when we can, our fosters are limited, as we also try and help with cats and kittens BEFORE they go to animal services. Fostering is Cool, is a wonderful addition to all rescues as we it alleviates from the rescues the burden of finding a foster. Jack’s got that covered. We can work on what we do best, finding forever homes!!!
Marie thompson
April 29, 2012 at 3:54 am
I was givin this site by hcas, reason being my mom was givin a cat that she did not know was preganant, the momma is going to be spayed, but we can not keep the lil babies. the babies are now 6 weeks old and weened, all 3 are males very cute, very good demeanor. However hcas can’t be sure they will get adopted. & we really want to see them adopted & not put to sleep. If any one can help or send us in the right direction it would be appreciated…