Ruby Meade has a favorite t-shirt that reads, "CATS, Because People Suck." Well, maybe not all humans. Because she got the help she desperately needed to get all 25 of her rescue cats out of Git-Mo in Cuba and airlifted to the United States. Many feral cats roam the naval base in Cuba, and those that are caught are euthanized. The story of how Ruby and her husband … [Read more...] about The Amazing Gitmo Cat Rescue Airlift
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After 22 Years, Cat Sanctuary Under Threat
A small but beloved cat sanctuary in California is in danger of being demolished because the real estate company that manages the property wants the sanctuary space for parking. Located in North Redondo Beach, the small fenced-in enclosure is located in the corner of a parking lot, according to a report in the The Beach Reporter News online. The enclosure is home to a … [Read more...] about After 22 Years, Cat Sanctuary Under Threat
Woman, 76, Labeled “Security Risk” for Feeding Cats
Edna Watters is heartbroken. After being labeled a security risk, the 76-year-old retiree can no longer feed the cats she has looked after all of their lives. The cats live on a large government estate west of Belfast. Edna is very worried about her feline friends; she has no idea what will happen to the cats who depend on her--Ginger, Maggie and Furby--whom she has known … [Read more...] about Woman, 76, Labeled “Security Risk” for Feeding Cats
Career Cat Program Helps Shelter Cats Find Jobs
Across the nation, animal shelters are faced with difficult decisions every day. One of the frequent issues they must deal with is how to handle cats with low chances of being adopted. These are the cats who are feral, unfriendly, or just plain unsuitable for a traditional family home. These cats take up valuable shelter space, but they can also spend years in the shelter … [Read more...] about Career Cat Program Helps Shelter Cats Find Jobs
Rescue Helps New York Farm With 100 Feral Cats
Little Brook Farm, a rescue in Old Chatham, New York, has come to the aid of a Columbia County farm dealing with a serious feral cat overpopulation problem. Feral cats are often dropped off at farms during the night, which only contributes to the problem. Since these cats generally aren't spayed or neutered, the population can get out of control very quickly. The farm's … [Read more...] about Rescue Helps New York Farm With 100 Feral Cats