CAT TOWN BLOG
4 Tips on Keeping Houseplants with Cats
A few years back, some friends of mine told me a harrowing tale about how their cat got into a bouquet of lilies that were sitting on their dining room table. Long story short: a large medical bill and a huge scare later, they (and I) learned that lilies are not only poisonous to cats, but potentially deadly as well. Ever since, I’ve been extremely cautious about bouquets of flowers, but let’s be honest — I don’t receive flowers that often, so I chose to plantify my home with more permanent greenery…
April 2021 Adoptions
Last month we helped more than 30 “hard-to-place” cats get adopted, thanks to support from our community of volunteers, donors, fosters, and more. We’re especially thrilled to celebrate the adoptions of two bonded pairs and long-time foster cats Tiger and Fawn, and Levi and Phoebe. Still other cats, like Hampton and Nettle, got snapped up immediately after being at our Adoption Center for less than a week. Regardless of how long it took these cats to find their special human, we’re so grateful they did. Thank you to everyone who…
Calico Cat Facts to Know
No matter their fur pattern or coloring, all cats are special in their own unique way. Some, like calico cats, may just be a little more eye-catching though, and you might wonder why that is. Whether you’re looking to adopt a calico cat and want to learn more about them, or if you just need some fun facts to impress your friends with at trivia night, let’s dive in and learn…
March 2021 Adoptions
Every month, we celebrate the incredible victories your support helps accomplish with a round up of the previous month’s adoptions. In March, we celebrated cats from all kinds of backgrounds finding safety, comfort, and love. We can only help these cats because people like you believe that...
Fascinating Facts About Tortoiseshell Cats
All cats are unique and beautiful in their own way, but there’s something special about tortoiseshell cats, nicknamed “torties.” Their coats are certainly eye-catching and their reputation for being a bit feisty is infamous. Whether you’re interested in adopting a tortie or just want to learn more about these magnificent cats, here are a few fun facts about them…
10 Years of Life Saving Transformations
This month marks Cat Town’s ten year anniversary! We’re so proud of all we’ve accomplished together over the last decade, and we’re grateful that you have been with us for the journey. Over the past ten years we’ve focused on helping the cats who are most at risk of euthanasia, and have supported more than 2,850 cats. In that time, we’ve come a long way: from a euthanasia rate of 42% at the city shelter to less that 10% today. And at every step, you — our community — supported our vision…