Our Team

I guess I’m the founder of this rescue? Prior to the inception of Alleycats & Aristocats in January 2022 I briefly served on the board for another Cleveland rescue. My vision for A&A was to bring like-minded passionate cat lovers together in Medina County to help homeless community cats. I wasn’t always a crazy cat lady. I’ve always loved and kept many animals as pets throughout my life. But I did not become heavily involved in cat rescue until the beginning of the pandemic. It became my passion project during a time when I really needed something to give me purpose. I fell in love with cat rescue and I fell fast. I started fostering and doing TNR work and it just grew from there. I am addicted to creating happy endings for cats; especially the ones that have been through some crap, the ones that don’t trust you yet but you can see something in their eyes. They are longing for love. I do a little bit of everything within the rescue as Chief Cat Wrangler. But really, I am nothing without the amazing people that serve on this board with me. Each of us plays a very significant role in making this rescue successful. I am thankful every day for all the people that make this rescue a success, for both the people and the cats.

I have been with A&A since the beginning. I met our founder Jen D. in 2020 when she was fostering for another local rescue group. I adopted one of her fosters and eventually started volunteering for the group as well. When Jen started A&A, I followed her over and she quickly convinced me to start fostering. I also help out with cat care at one of our store locations every week, process applications, post online content, keep track of volunteer info and take photos of our events and kitties ready for adoption.

Getting updates from the adoptive families is one of my favorite parts of rescue. It’s so rewarding to see your former fosters flourishing in their forever homes and bringing joy to their families, especially the cats that started out “spicy.” Those are the kitties that took extra time and work to help them blossom into loving, sweet furry family members.

I have had cats my entire life and can probably be considered a crazy cat lady. I currently have 3 cats of my own. One has a neurological disorder along with a host of ongoing health issues. Another has had some medical problems and the most recent addition is my first foster fail. They are all special in their own way and I’m honored they chose me to be their momma.

I adore my pets and really all animals. I have 2 little dogs and 3 cats who all make each day better. They bring love and comedy to my family’s lives. I’ve fostered in the past with a different group and became involved with Alleycats & Aristocats summer of 2022 when my mom had 2 stray litters she was helping. Alleycats & Aristocats became like family and I felt the mission of the rescue was similar to what I felt in my heart. Currently, I assist anywhere needed: be it cleaning, transportation, fundraising events and supporting the needs of the adoption center or volunteers. I’ve always loved animals and love the community and support from this rescue.

I met Jennifer when she started Alleycats & Aristocats. I was volunteering for Medina Meow Fix at the time, and her rescue group was a gift from heaven, as MMF was in dire need of a rescue group to place the adoptable cats and kittens that were being trapped. It was an extra bonus, because she lived in Brunswick as I did, which made transporting and transferring cats extra easy.

I admire the way Jennifer runs her organization and the philosophy that all cats deserve love, no matter where they come from!

I help the rescue with their bookkeeping, assist with cleaning at Petco and COTS, finding barn cat placement, assisting with adoptions, grant writing, transportation and other paperwork.

I have loved cats all of my life, starting with my first cat, Tootsie Roll. I currently have 3 kitties and 4 little dogs. And a husband that puts up with all of my cat shenanigans!

I love all animals and have always tried to advocate for the innocent. I love dogs just as much as cats and currently have four dogs and let’s just say “a few” cats. I started with the rescue in early 2022. I do more behind the scenes such as fundraising, event planning and processing applications. I also am a medical foster for those who need longer care. The best part about rescue is getting updates about my past foster babies! It’s so hard to say goodbye!!!! So I treasure every update!

I first started with A&A when they started taking cats from my TNR (Trap-Neuter-Return) partner and me. It was a connection worth nurturing, and I found myself getting more involved as time went on. I started doing TNR as a young teenager and volunteered with several rescues, then struck out on my own as an independent rescuer. Though I did a lot of other aspects of rescue in the past, my true passion lies with feral and stray cats. In mid-2023 I finally gave up my independent status and joined as their TNR coordinator.

I have two cats, one old (Poofball) and one young (Kingsley), and live with a third cat, a dog, and a guinea pig. I have a degree in Animal Science, work in Veterinary Medicine, and am working on becoming Fear Free certified which can be helpful when working with feral cats.

My favorite part is getting the shy/traumatized cats to come out of their shell and trust again. I prefer working with adult cats, especially when there’s nowhere else for them to go. Seeing the cats that previously struggled and now thrive is amazing. I’m excited for the future and all of the cats that will benefit under this collaboration. I’m honored to be invited to be a part of A&A.

I met Jennifer in 2022 when I adopted my first Suphalak, now known as Binx. I have been fostering for a number of rescues since 2014, and always have a pack of dogs and cats in the house due to consistent foster fails. I joined Alleycats & Aristocats in 2023 to help support their incredible rescue efforts and handle any legal issues as they arise. Running a 501(c)(3) isn’t easy, and I’m so impressed by Jennifer’s and the whole team’s amazing work to build such a successful organization. I’m honored to become part of this incredible group.

I got involved with Alleycats & Aristocats about 8 months ago and never looked back. The organization, the people, and the Fur Citizens who live at Cats on the Square and our Fosters are amazing. After all they have been through, these wonderful creatures are able to overcome their challenges and embrace the future.