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If you have been to Cattyshack you know how the lounge works. The lounge is an important part of the Cattyshack rescue for several reasons.
First – Cattyshack is a rescue, so we need to have somewhere for people to meet our cats and kittens. While a lot of people will look at pictures and decide if they want a cat or kitten this way, it is great to be able to go somewhere to meet the cat or kitten to decide if their personalities mesh with yours, the other animals you might have, and any other family members you have. It is also a great place to see the personality of the cat or kitten, however, a lot of the cats and kittens do act differently at the lounge than they do in their foster homes.
Second – the Cattyshack lounge lets all of our cats and kitten become socialized with people. Through the lounge we are able to let cats interact with a variety of people and other cats, and this helps all cats and kittens decide what kind of environment they enjoy, and if they even want to be adopted by someone with another cat, or children, or a busy lifestyle.
Third – the lounge lets us showcase the adoptable felines that we do have. People can watch through the window at Lowe Mill and see out felines playing, sleeping, interacting with each other and other people, and being silly cats!
And lastly – the lounge gives all of our foster homes a short break if they need it. Since all of our cats and kittens live in foster homes, having the lounge lets the foster homes have breathing space when they need it. While we all love love love the cats and kittens that we foster, sometimes we need a break (sometimes it is because we have 12 in a house, someone has been sick, we ourselves are sick, or we need or want to go out of town). To continue fostering there are times when foster homes need all fosters out so we can clean, rest, and take care of ourselves. We all love fostering (otherwise we would not do it), but it is one of the hardest parts of volunteering because there is a never ending supply of cats and kittens needing foster homes.
So here is the plug – please head over to our website tab “Lounge Reservations” and make a reservation to visit our kitties. We use this money to care for out cats, keep the lounge open, and pay for all medical care. All of this is especially important now, during kitten season. We want to spay as many mommas as we can. Also, you can make a tax deductible donation by looking under out “Ways to Help” tab.
If you are interested in a cat or kitten of your own – you can check out the ones we have available for adoption under the “Our Kitties” tab.
Now, meet ACE!!!
You would never know this lady was 15 years old! A good Samaritan was able to save her from being dumped at the shelter. Ace arrived at Cattyshack with a ten year old friend, Edgar. Ace is no longer skin and bones but her feedings escalate quickly – with all the growling and inhaling – like she does not know when she is getting her next meal. She got a clean bill of health after blood work and vaccinations from a vet in Tuscaloosa before being transported to Huntsville. Can you help us find Ace a home where she can play and never miss a meal again?
Mothers day can be a difficult or a beautiful day. We wish all mothers who celebrate a happy mother’s day. To all those with complicated relationships.. some of our cats feel the same.
Here is something you might be interested in – you can donate to us in someones name. So, you can celebrate that mother in your life, or if the relationship is complicated, celebrate YOU, and donate in your name!
Do you have any questions about cats, kittens, cat or kitten care, rescue, fostering, adoptions, anything feline related?
Let us know what question you have and we will write a blog post to answer these questions!
Do you have any questions about cats, kittens, cat or kitten care, rescue, fostering, adoptions, anything feline related?
Let us know what question you have and we will write a blog post to answer these questions!
Cattyshack, Inc, has a lot of people who work and volunteer behind the scenes, so we thought we would take some time to interview some of them. Today’s interview is of Amanda S, a foster and volunteer with Cattyshack, Inc.
Most of the questions are ones that have been asked several times of our fosters.
Amanda S has fostered over twenty-four cats and kittens with Cattyshack starting in 2023. Amanda answered a few questions about fostering and her experiences.
Check out this Foster Home Timeline (under “Ways to Help” and click on the link under interested in fostering) for some basic guidelines on what to expect while you have our kitties. We will work with you every step of the way! Our owner is always available by phone, text, email, or Messenger! Once you are approved to foster, please request to friend Tina Rene Cooley on Facebook so she can send you and invitation to join the Cattyshack Crew!
Check out the “Eligibility Requirements” on our “Ways to Help” page.
Meet Ace and look deep into her soulful eyes. You would never know this lady was 15 years old! A good Samaritan was able to save her from being dumped at the shelter. Ace arrived a little thinner than we would like, but Ace is no longer skin and bones and her feedings escalate quickly – with all the growling and inhaling – like she doesn’t know when she’s getting her next meal. She got a clean bill of health after bloodwork and vaccinations from a vet in Tuscaloosa before being transported to Huntsville. Can you help us find Ace a home where she can play and never miss a meal again?
Cattyshack, Inc, has a lounge that you can visit at Lowe Mill. The lounge is open Thursday-Saturday, and reservations can be made by going to “Make a Reservations” on our homepage. Thursdays are a great day to come as we are not super busy and the cats are not yet over being there. You can also make a private reservation and the lounge is open for birthday parties!
The Cattyshack lounge is a great place to destress with a purring cat on your lap or playful cat entertaining you. The lounge is also a great place to get away from any issues you are having with the world – whether it be life, relationship, world issues, work, or just getting out of your own head (like the author of this blog). Even if you have your own cats at home, sometimes is it nice to get out of the house or away from your problems, and our rescues always need socialization with all kinds of people (friendly, calm, upbeat, children).
Every now and then there is also a person available on Wednesdays (no cats or very few cats). That person is there to help with filling out the adoption form on the website, answer questions about the lounge or the cats, answer questions about fostering, selling merch, and helping with whatever cat questions you might have that they have the answers to.
So, visit the Cattyshack Lounge and make a new friend, human and feline!
Do you have any questions about cats, kittens, cat or kitten care, rescue, fostering, adoptions, anything feline related?
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There are a plethora of plants that are toxic for cats, and there are a lot of plants that are fine to have around your pets. As winter turns into spring, some of us might want to bring plants inside, or might want to start planting things to grow. I love starting to garden when the seasons change, but I stick to mostly fruits and vegetables. However, I am a fan of the tulip, and unfortunately, tulips are one flower that is toxic to cats.
List of toxic plants (this is not a complete list, but a beginning of popular plants):
Lily
Oleander
Amaryllis
Daffodil
Aloe
English Ivy
Peace Lily
Foxglove
Apple
Apricot
Yucca
Birds of Paradise
Parsley
Peony
A few Non-toxic plants:
Patient Lucy
Wax Plant
Sage
Venus Fly Trap
Magnolia Bush
Baby’s Breath
Basil
Pearl Plant
Lace Orchid
One of the best places to find a list of toxic and non-toxic plants is by looking at the ASPCA website (linked below). You always want to check before bringing a plant inside or before planting something somewhere that your cats will be. So, bookmark the ASPCA’s website and you can always look up a plant before bring it, or the seeds, home.
https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control/toxic-and-non-toxic-plants
Do you have any questions about cats, kittens, cat or kitten care, rescue, fostering, adoptions, anything feline related?
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