Most people are familiar with seeing stray cats in their local area. Those feral cats may be able to get by from one day to the next, but we also try to do our part when possible to help them. That isn’t the case in every area of the world. In Bulgaria, for example, there … Read more
Heather Wilson and her husband and two teenagers have never known a life without pets. But Heather admits that, up until recently, they had never really thought of adopting an animal that had a disability or special need. Now, after having adopted a kitten with cerebellar hypoplasia (CH), a permanent condition that affects the cerebellum … Read more
A timid shelter cat at Hill Country Humane Society was appropriately named “Wallflower” as she kept to herself and didn’t show any interest in interacting with people. That is until the shelter received scratch pads and other pet supplies thanks to your generous donations. The shelter is a stressful place with all the loud noises, … Read more
No one knew how she got there or how she had survived for as long as she had, but one thing was for certain. The long-haired gray cat lying paralyzed on the sidewalk of a street in Cairo was in desperate need of medical care and a new place to call home. Rescuers believe the … Read more
Life throws all sorts of curve balls at us, and some people are hit with more than one at a time. They are forced to make difficult decisions – like surrendering their pet, but they do it to give the pet the best life possible. This is not a decision most people take lightly and … Read more
On a hot, sunny day in Round Rock, Texas, two crates full of sick kittens were discovered in Memorial Park. The crates were locked, and the eleven kittens didn’t have access to food or water. They were left there to die in the extreme heat. The kittens were rushed to Texas Humane Heroes by a … Read more
Ragdoll cats are known for their striking blue eyes, silky soft coat, and friendly demeanor. They are loyal companions who are affectionate and laid-back, making them great family pets. Two cat lovers who recently purchased Ragdoll kittens from a breeder in Lancaster County notified Pennsylvania SPCA when they noticed the kittens were not properly cared … Read more
Meet Winky. The 4-month-old kitten was born on the streets of Kentucky to a feral momma cat and lived in a cat community. The little feline was struggling to survive due to several health issues. She was discovered one day by a dedicated caregiver who feeds and cares for the stray cats. Photo: Pixabay Winky … Read more
Meet Mercury. He was adopted 4 years ago from Kitsap Humane Society (KHS) when he was just a tiny kitten. Sadly, he was recently surrendered back to the shelter after he was hit by a car with damage to his hind legs. His hip was dislocated and the top layers of skin and tissue on … Read more
Meet Domino. Life on the streets is tough, especially for injured animals. A four-month-old kitten was found limping around a Philadelphia suburb schoolyard by a kindhearted man who took him to a local vet for care. The black-and-white kitten was given antibiotics, treatment for fleas, and eye medication – but he needed more help. The … Read more