Save The Animals Rescue Team, S.T.A.R.T.®™

More Than Just Animal Rescue!

Our Mission Statement
Save The Animals Rescue Team, S.T.A.R.T. established in 1991, was founded by Annette Lamberti, in order to help animals primarily in Passaic County, where city supported shelters are few, annual household income is low, and where it is a very large, disadvantaged area to cover. S.T.A.R.T. is a 501 (c)(3) private non-profit organization relying on and supported by tax-deductible donations, grants and group fund raising.

We are a dedicated to alleviating the plight of thousands of homeless and abandoned animals. These victims of pet overpopulation are rescued, spayed/neutered and cared for by volunteers until suitable homes are found for them. This vital life-saving work is critical for these unfortunate animals since their only crime is to be born unwanted or abandoned by those who once loved them.

It is our mission to prevent cruelty, promote spay/neuter, and to encourage awareness through education, while also teaching respect for all animals and the environment they live in.

Success is largely a matter of holding on after others have let go. We are holding on, and will continue to do so in hopes that we can bring into our future a kinder, more responsible and educated animal-friendly world; and we'll do so, one homeless animal at a time!

“Give me the helpless, the lost, the homeless little ones struggling just to live, the innocent refuse of an uncaring land. Send these, the weak abandoned lives to me; I offer hope, care, warmth & love.” -The Pledge of a Rescue Worker-

To believe-- is to make it happen...

Save The Animals Rescue Team, (S.T.A.R.T.) is a non-profit humane organization, founded by Annette Lamberti, that rescues stray, abandoned, injured, and abused kittens, puppies, cats, and dogs. The animals rescued are examined by a veterinarian, spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and placed in one of our volunteer foster homes. Since S.T.A.R.T. does not have a shelter facility, these animals remain in our foster care until they are adopted. So many of these unfortunate animals are victims of pet overpopulation, therefore, this life-saving work is critical!!

An important part of our rescue work is to maintain sterile colonies of cats. Feeding and care for these colonies can begin as early as 5:00 a.m. for some of our volunteers, and last long into the evening hours. Colonies are fed twice a day, everyday, no matter what the weather, and, when needed, medical care is given.
In addition, S.T.A.R.T. participates in an outreach program with various shelters and rescue groups. We rescue animals before they are euthanized, giving them a second chance at life.

S.T.A.R.T. operates with and relies solely on private contributions, member financial support, and grants to carry out all of these vital efforts.

We’ve come a long way and are proud of the ‘ground’ we have covered! But there is still so much more work to do. Please take this time to think about our needs, and if possible, send a donation. Every little bit will help us to continue our rescue efforts. This is the year that we hope to get a shelter…but without your continued support, it will not be possible.

May the animals that you hold near to your heart continue to richly bless your life!

Warm regards,
Annette Lamberti,
President & Founder
info@startpets.net

• Foster Homes
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• Kitten/Cat Food
• Dog/Puppy Food
• Gift Certificates to Grocery, Pet, and Office Supply Stores
• Beds, Blankets, Towels, Sheets, Comforters
• Toys for cats and dogs
• Leashes & Collars
• Crates & Carriers