CAT TOWN BLOG
Catching Up With Cat Town Alum Jules
Today we’re turning the spotlight on Jules, a cat whose journey shows the impact dedicated and compassionate care can make in a feline’s life, showing that Love + Time = Magic. Formerly known as Emilia, Jules first came to Cat Town in the spring of last year. Trapped as a stray on the streets of East Oakland, she was very fearful in her cage at Oakland Animal Services and needed…
Volunteer of the Month: Staci S.
While many know Cat Town for opening the nation’s first cat cafe, so much of our mission is still rooted where we started: in foster-based rescue. Today, more than half of our cats find support in foster homes — so we’re delighted to feature foster Staci S. as Volunteer of the Month! She shared why she chose to volunteer with us, and more about the cats she’s been able to help: the formerly timid Toby, and Katya, a cat whose unusual grooming habits transformed Staci and our medical team into ace detectives.
May 2019 Adoptions
Looking back at the previous month always warms our hearts — recalling recent adoptions, and how many cats found loving homes! Caleb and Patrick, who had been with us over a year, found their family this month, which was an especially joyful adoption for us at Cat Town.
Behind-the-Scenes Look: Emergency Medical Fund
The vet at Oakland Animal Services flagged down Dawn, our Foster Coordinator and Deputy Director, who was on her weekly volunteer shift at the shelter. “We just received a cat who’s been badly injured by a car engine — it looks like she’ll need surgery. Can Cat Town help?” Dawn took a look at Tammy’s injuries and was shocked. At least 6 inches of skin was gone, and the wound already looked as though her flesh was beginning to rot. “Of course we’ll help.” The reason Dawn could…
Volunteer of the Month: Liz L.
Behind the scenes at Cat Town, there’s an incredible volunteer team that helps with promotions, taking compelling photos of our cats that capture their distinct personalities. Liz L. is one such volunteer, who has worked with Cat Town since 2016, generously donating her time and expertise both as a photographer and case manager.
April 2019 Adoptions
In April we saw many Cat Town cats find their forever home! Bubba, who learned to trust humans again after being abused by neighborhood kids, found a safe and loving home. And Jillian — a kitten with feline leukemia — found a family in less than a day after getting overlooked at the shelter for months. We also celebrated…