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Firefighters Rescue Tiny Kittens Then Save Them From Euthanasia West Covina, CA firefighters saved the lives of a pair of two week old kittens twice in one day. First they rescued them from being trapped within a home's walls. Then they saved them from being put down at the shelter.
Burned Kitten Justin Improves The little kitten who looked like a blackened wreck last week is both looking and doing better after several days getting both love and medical care.
Lego Town promo video does not go as planned Sam was creating a video presentation about the Lego Town project he does for his son’s school when he got some unexpected help from his cat.
Rescuers Want to Find Maddie’s Family and Send her Home A cat who got lost on a trip a few years ago, and whose family came back repeatedly to search for her, was trapped by a group working with ferals. Her rescuers are trying to find the cat's family and are asking cat lovers for help spreading the word.
Amazing Kitty! Suki is an amazingly talented 8 month old kitten. Watch and see!
Kitten Rescued From Busy Roadway Tunnel Dodge was trapped in a very dangerous situation until his rescuers stopped traffic and brought him to safety.
Ray’s Story: Rescuers Appeal for Help for A Cat in Need Can you share Ray's story, please? Ray and his siblings were shut into cages, hidden at a clinic for years, and went blind from neglect. A small rescue org. is raising money to get Ray surgery for an abdominal mass.and to help his siblings recover from herpes and neglect.

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Porkchop's Tragic Death at Shelter Inspires Petition for Reform

Porkchop got out of his house on January 10 and was killed at the shelter that day, one minute after intake. His guardian hopes that Porkchop's tragic story can inspire reform. Read more

I Was Born Today

A newborn kitten is introduced to the world, gently cradled in caring hands. Read more

A thoughtful, touching and compassionate story of two cat lovers, one a rescuer and one a hoarder. Liz Shaw befriended a woman during the battle she would lose to breast cancer, and has devoted herself to the care and rehoming of her friend's cats. Read more

Smitty, Cat Missing Hind Legs, Gets Help and a Home

Smitty is a former stray who is getting help from a rescue group and a caring veterinary practice after being found with his hind legs severed, perhaps by a trap meant for a coyote. Read more

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May 25, 20111 year ago

Conservationist Accused of Attempted Cat Murder

Posted by Nicky Westbrook in News 28 comments

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Dr. Nico Dauphene finds herself in hot water as she stands accused of poisoning community cats. Read more

May 25, 20111 year ago

Wordless Wednesday

Posted by Staff in Wordless Wednesday 6 comments

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Please pass the sunscreen! Read more

May 24, 20111 year ago

Don't Mind the Blinds!

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Kitten bats the slats and makes a grand appearance. Read more

May 24, 20111 year ago

Joplin Tornado Pet Rescue Efforts Underway: From The Missouri Humane Society to Facebook

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Pet rescue efforts began almost immediately after a stunningly destructive tornado struck Joplin Missouri on Sunday night, flattening a thousand homes and killing well over a hundred people. The Humane Society of Missouri is the chief organization taking charge of operations, with several other organizations and veterinary services contributing to the massive effort. Social media efforts, predominantly via Facebook, are helping, too. Read more

May 24, 20111 year ago

Thanks to Stranger's Kindness, Woman and Cat are Reunited

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Last October, Diane Kerhulas was moving with her family from Hood River, OR to Spokane, WA when she became separated from one of her very best friends. Read more

May 24, 20111 year ago

Joplin MO Kitten Rescue Caught On Video

Posted by Editor in Inspirational Cat Videos, News, Video 7 comments

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There’s something touching and hopeful about seeing this tiny kitten cradled safely against her rescuer amid the terrible destruction. The moment is captured on video as a search and rescue team hears kitty’s mews coming from the giant piles of rubble and detritus left by the powerful tornado that devastated Joplin MO on Sunday. Read more

May 24, 20111 year ago

Grooming Session

Posted by Nicky Westbrook in Cute Cat Videos, Video 3 comments

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Who needs a flea comb when you have a monkey friend? Read more

May 23, 20111 year ago

Veterinary Relief Underway In Deadly Tornado's Wake

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We offer a reprint here of a timely report from the Veterinary Information Network on animal services and rescue operations, as well as lost and found pages and resources, in the immediate aftermath of the devastating Joplin MO tornado of May 22. Read more

May 23, 20111 year ago

Kittens In My Head!

Posted by Editor in Funny Cat Videos, Video 7 comments

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The title says it all; YouTube dog star Moki has mewing kittens in her head and we enjoy watching what that does to her in this reaction video to Cats and Kittens Meowing, included as a bonus video. Read more

May 23, 20111 year ago

Kansas Tornado Mobilizes Rescue Efforts For A Town's Cats and Dogs

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A tornado that devastated a Kansas town this past Saturday night has state, county and local resources mobilized to rescue and and provide sanctuary for cats, dogs and other animals separated from their families by the chaotic and overpowering event. Read more

May 23, 20111 year ago

Interesting Facts About Cat Eyes

Posted by Nicky Westbrook in Lifestyle 3 comments

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There’s a lot going on in the windows to kitty’s soul. Read more

May 23, 20111 year ago

Authorities Halt Man's Plans to Kill Pets Before Rapture

Posted by Staff in News 15 comments

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On Friday night, official seized one cat and two birds from a Sonoma County man who was attempting to euthanize them prior to Saturday’s predicted “Rapture.” Read more

May 22, 20111 year ago

Bow; Life Of A Stray

Posted by Editor in News, Profiles 9 comments

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Looking better and on the mend. Bow, the Grand Rapids, Michigan cat pierced by an arrow earlier this month has come a long way toward healing and recovery, as seen in this new photo. As his medical history is discovered and shared, though, we get a better understanding of the life of this little stray who has become so well known. Read more

May 22, 20111 year ago