St. Ciaran's

Critter Connection

This is how WE are in God's Hands!

Let us love as we are loved.

Let us learn the lessons of trust God's creatures can teach US!

Inspired by the Celtic Christian spirituality of love and respect for all of God's creation, St. Ciaran's Critter Connection began 10 years ago as an online network for animal welfare sites.  Today, we are working in cooperation with others in pet rescue in NE PA, to collect whatever we can to help others help animals. The mission of "St. Ciaran's Critter Connection" is to support the welfare of animals.  We do this in small and various ways, particularly helping to find homes for pets.

Many spiritual, as well as many religious, people see God in all creation, and particularly in the beauty of life in other creatures.  We believe that we are here as stewards of creation, and as such our efforts are to help those who love animals, to provide better for their needs with food, leashes, cages, crates, blankets, training material, and any other items that will help an animal lover care better for God's creature in their care.

We have adopted many unwanted animals over the past 50 years, and know well that fostering and adopting animals brings joy to both human and animal alike.   We know humans can learn from the God-given instincts in many animals in our care, in our world.  We know what animals can do to bring out the best in humans, as well as how humans can create strong relationships with animals.   

God's Critters http://godscritters.blogspot.com  is the Blog associated with this topic, and you can join in if you wish.

This first picture I've entitled: "Madonna and Child"

You can easily see what spiritual people see immediately...God's Love abounds in this world, for those with eyes to see, ears to hear.

Sneakin' a kiss.  Mom and Dad have some quality time while BabyB is out with M.Cait playing.

Baby B is the little one with her Mom (above) and in M.Cait's hand in the first picture at the top of this page.

Puca, first came to us to encourage the joy and health of M.Cait's elderly dying mother.  This is Puca at 13 weeks (on left).

Today, a more mature Puca works everyday at the ecumenical religious shop welcoming people.

Honey, a German Shepherd Dog, was rescued from GSD breed rescue at the age of 6 months. She and her sister were put on death row by a backyard breeder who only wanted male Shepherds. She was terrified of everything when we rescued her.  However, she matured beautifully, and worked as a service dog until she died in January 2008.

Puca and Honey.

Aspen is an American Eskimo.  She was rescued from the American Eskimo Breed Rescue, Heart Bandits, at 6 months of age. She was terrified of men. It took Joe a year to gain her trust so she would stop biting, but now she loves him!  She is now 8 years old and happy.

Mother Cait's new service dog, Kells.  She works with Puca now, at the Rose of Sharon Shop.  Kelsi Angel Haus von Bishop is her full pedigree name!  She is a 6 yr old German Shepherd.  Kell's owner died suddenly and she needed a forever home.  She is spayed, crate trained, cat friendly and very loving.  She was being fostered with us until we found her the perfect forever home. When Mother Cait's service dog Honey died, she adopted Kells who loves living with all the rest of the animals!

Caesar is a White Persian Lover.  Occasionally, you might see him or his buddies, Brian Boru or Brigid (below) the Rose of Sharon window.

Brian Boru was rescued 2 yrs ago. He is a big gentle fellow.

Brigid's mother was a wild cat we took in, and she gifted us with 7 sick kittens.  Only Brigid survived.  She is now 14 yrs old and the Queen B.

Patrick was adopted after his owner, Patricia Valentine, OMC passed to

the Lord last year from cancer.  Patrick brought her a lot of happiness in her final days. He is still the baby of the house, and has had to learn a great deal about socially acceptable behavior from the other cats.  He has done beautifully and is a great addition to the family. He is very lovable, and is Joe's favorite.

Holly, the pizza-loving, cool whip-spoon-holding parrot!  She doesn't get treated that often, but loves it when she does!  Adopted after her elderly owners died.  Holly loves opera, and loves singing along with the Ave Maria!

This little beauty is our newest addition!  Her name is Sunshine and she is 4 weeks old, being hand-fed.

If you're thinking about adopting a pet, consider adopting one of God's creatures that is in need of love and a home  There are some great animal shelters and rescue groups in our area.  Give them a  call to adopt, or to volunteer to help!

Monroe Animal League, Stroudsburg (570) 421-7775

Pocono Animal Rescue (570) 476-1464

Save-A-Pet, Mt. Pocono (570) 839-5720

Waggin' Tails, Brodheadsville (570) 992-4185

Second Chance Pet Rescue, Bartonsville (570) 620-1023

Pocono Greyhound Adoption (570) 629-3520

Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA), Monroe County satellite, Stroudsburg (570) 421-6761

OR

If you are looking for a pedigree, PLEASE seek a reputable and experienced breeder!

Listen to our online RADIO Show

where we discuss the spirituality of animal care.

Inquiries can be made there, or by phone at:  570-424-9407