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    May 3, 2013 — The blind, deformed kitten suffered complications after corrective surgery, but she's going strong.

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    Angela Lutz 16

    Apr 29, 2013 — Leggings for Life allow cats with mobility issues to slide across floors; they've become a big thing.

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    So You Want to Transport a Cat? Here's How in Four Easy Steps

    Dorian Wagner 13

    Apr 19, 2013 — Your dream kitty is in a shelter halfway across the country. Here's how to get him home to you.

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    Cimeron Morrissey 30

    Apr 18, 2013 — The affectionate feral colony at the picturesque bay gets tender care from a team of volunteers.

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    Do You Qualify for a Service Cat?

    Cassady Toles 27

    Apr 15, 2013 — You hear a lot about service dogs, but there are service cats out there too.

  • Lazarus, Who Looks Like a Tiny Vampire, May Be a Therapy Cat

    Lazarus, Who Looks Like a Tiny Vampire, May Be a Therapy Cat

    Angela Lutz 21

    Mar 29, 2013 — This kitten with a cleft palate may just be able to teach others about animals (and people) with disabilities.

  • Hey Southern Kill Shelters: Are You Swimming in Kittens? Please Send Them Up North!

    Hey Southern Kill Shelters: Are You Swimming in Kittens? Please Send Them Up North!

    Dorian Wagner 25

    Mar 22, 2013 — Northern cat shelters have kitten waiting lists. Southern ones have a surplus. Here's my plan.

  • I'm an Army Veteran, a Hippie, a Welder -- And I Save Stray Cats

    I'm an Army Veteran, a Hippie, a Welder -- And I Save Stray Cats

    Quinton Smith 74

    Mar 21, 2013 — I live in a remote area where cats are dumped. That's why I run my rescue, Paw Town Cats.

  • I HATE Malls, But I Braved One to Help Get Cats Adopted

    I HATE Malls, But I Braved One to Help Get Cats Adopted

    JaneA Kelley 8

    Mar 20, 2013 — How far out of your comfort zone would you go to help cat rescue efforts?

  • Southern Cats Get a Second Chance at Miss Kitty Feline Sanctuary

    Meghan Lodge 1

    Mar 18, 2013 — The Georgia rescue is the only no-kill, no-cage facility in the region.

  • 10 Unconventional Ways to Pimp Out Adoptable Cats

    10 Unconventional Ways to Pimp Out Adoptable Cats

    Dorian Wagner 40

    Mar 13, 2013 — It's all about marketing, people! Now let's start moving more kitties into more good homes.

  • 5 Ways Your Online Shopping Addiction Can Help Cats

    5 Ways Your Online Shopping Addiction Can Help Cats

    Pamela Mitchell 8

    Mar 11, 2013 — If you already shop online, why not make it so that cats benefit? Hey, it costs you nothing!

  • I'm SO Over the Myth of Black Cats as Bad Luck. Are You?

    I'm SO Over the Myth of Black Cats as Bad Luck. Are You?

    JaneA Kelley 49

    Mar 6, 2013 — Black cats have a harder time finding homes than other cats. Do you want to help me change that?

  • Food Stamps for Cats? Yep, That's a Thing Now

    Food Stamps for Cats? Yep, That's a Thing Now

    JaneA Kelley 20

    Mar 1, 2013 — A nonprofit group helps low-income families keep their companion animals. And we think it's rad.

  • 8 Ways You Can Help as a Cat Shelter Volunteer

    8 Ways You Can Help as a Cat Shelter Volunteer

    Tim Link 4

    Feb 28, 2013 — There's a lot more to do than just fostering.

  • Sweet! Florida College to Give Feral Cats Their Own Dorms

    Sweet! Florida College to Give Feral Cats Their Own Dorms

    JaneA Kelley 7

    Feb 25, 2013 — The kitty structures, designed by an architect, are inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright.

  • Fostering Pregnant Cats: One Family's Experience

    Fostering Pregnant Cats: One Family's Experience

    Andee Bingham 2

    Feb 12, 2013 — Lauren von Krusenstiern taught her kids about responsibility and compassion through fostering.

  • I Used to Hate Kill Shelters; Now I Think They Get a Bad Rap

    I Used to Hate Kill Shelters; Now I Think They Get a Bad Rap

    Dorian Wagner 206

    Feb 8, 2013 — No, seriously. I recently started supporting the very places I had always despised.

  • Give a Cat Toy to a Shelter and Hauspanther Will Double It!

    Give a Cat Toy to a Shelter and Hauspanther Will Double It!

    Dorian Wagner 1

    Jan 25, 2013 — The cat-conscious website offers a cool deal for those looking to donate cat toys to their favorite shelter.

  • Pet Oxygen Mask Saves Cat's Life

    Pet Oxygen Mask Saves Cat's Life

    JaneA Kelley 0

    Jan 21, 2013 — Paramedics used the mask to revive the cat rescued from a burning home. You can help your first responders save pets’ lives in your area.

  • Knit Cat Hat from AnnaLynne McCord and Fresh Step to Benefit ASPCA

    Knit Cat Hat from AnnaLynne McCord and Fresh Step to Benefit ASPCA

    Stephanie Harwin 1

    Jan 18, 2013 — Keep your head warm this winter while helping out a good cause.

  • Amazecats: Playing Cards Containing Famous Internet Cats

    Amazecats: Playing Cards Containing Famous Internet Cats

    Liz Acosta 0

    Jan 18, 2013 — Sales of each deck deals a winning hand to the adoption and education group Stray Cat Alliance.

  • Architects for Animals: Feral Cats in New York City Get Cool Shelters

    Architects for Animals: Feral Cats in New York City Get Cool Shelters

    Caroline Golon 6

    Jan 14, 2013 — The architects consulted with cat-colony experts and caretakers to build the structures.

  • AniMeals Delivers Pet Food to the Needy, Keeping Families Together

    AniMeals Delivers Pet Food to the Needy, Keeping Families Together

    Angela Lutz 2

    Jan 4, 2013 — The Helen Woodward Animal Center program helps elderly and disabled people feed their pets.

  • How to Make Thermal Boxes to Save Feral Cats' Lives in Winter

    How to Make Thermal Boxes to Save Feral Cats' Lives in Winter

    Julia Szabo 20

    Dec 20, 2012 — A New York group called the Guardians of Rescue offers expert tips.

  • Help My Santa Paws Drive Send Shelter Cats Holiday Presents

    Help My Santa Paws Drive Send Shelter Cats Holiday Presents

    Dorian Wagner 4

    Dec 10, 2012 — I started this online toy and treat drive for animals a while back and would love if you joined us this year.

  • For the Holidays, Kitty City Raises a Glass to Cats in Need

    For the Holidays, Kitty City Raises a Glass to Cats in Need

    Angela Lutz 4

    Nov 26, 2012 — Creative, ongoing fundraisers -- like holiday wines featuring kitties on the labels -- help this Kansas City-area rescue save homeless, orphaned, and special-needs cats.

  • Can a Recycling Program at a Human Hospital Save Cats?

    Can a Recycling Program at a Human Hospital Save Cats?

    JaneA Kelley 0

    Nov 26, 2012 — Yes! When newborn babies and shelter cats share eye ointment, everyone wins.

  • Cherry Pop, the Glam Cat of the '80s, Could Get Her Own Movie

    Cherry Pop, the Glam Cat of the '80s, Could Get Her Own Movie

    Liz Acosta 0

    Nov 13, 2012 — The celebri-cat had a Rolls Royce, appeared on TV -- and helped animals in need.

  • Win a Shirt From Cat Tee Mission -- and Help Cat Rescue

    Win a Shirt From Cat Tee Mission -- and Help Cat Rescue

    Dorian Wagner 151

    Nov 9, 2012 — Sarah Menzies started the fashion line to benefit rescue efforts. Enter to win one of her creations.

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