Every day heroes who rescue animals in need do it for the sole person of helping another living creature. They don’t expect money, accolades, or even a pat on the back. They do it out of the kindness of their heart. Sadly, the stray population has only grown over the past few years, making rescues more challenging. In many cases, these animals have been abandoned or orphaned, both scenarios that are out of their control. Orphan kittens are vulnerable and that is why a story like this one has to be shared. North Hudson Regional Fire and Rescue Patrick Calandrillo, a firefighter with North Hud ..read more

A poor, helpless kitty was spotted curled up near the trash area, trying to stay warm inside a mattress. The temperatures were unforgiving. The cat was cold and desperate. Thankfully, a woman named Elizabeth found him but was unable to take the cat indoors due to a family member’s severe allergies. She contacted the rescue group Whiskers-A-GoGo to ask for help. One of the rescuers with the group, Eva, sent a detailed message to her friend Dina, also an animal rescuer, who lived two blocks away. YouTube Dina headed over, but the cat, later named Charlie, was nowhere in sight. She left him foo ..read more

Our pets seem to be in tune with our emotional needs. Witnessing their compassion and loyalty firsthand is always a treat. Felines are intuitive, compassionate creatures who are often by our side in the darkest moments and on the sunniest days. How they express their adoration is a beautiful sight to see. In the heartwarming story and video posted below, a cat’s love is so deep that he is unwilling to part with his mom when she needs him most. After a painful dental procedure, a woman takes to her bed to rest. With ice on her face and a bandage wrapped around her, the woman drifts off to slee ..read more

While it can take time to earn a cat’s trust, many felines will warm up to humans and other animals rather quickly. Cats are beautiful and loyal companions eager to give and receive love. It is no wonder so many of us are owned by a cat! They truly are special! If you encounter a person who is not a fan of cats, share this delightful story and video. We truly believe they will be converted instantly! In this heartwarming tale, a mother cat gave birth to a litter of beautiful, healthy kittens. She is a member of a wonderful household that not only accepts her but accepts her babies like they’r ..read more

Every cat enthusiast knows the joy of being chosen by a cat. This exact joy befell Justin, a courageous US soldier from El Paso, Texas, during his deployment overseas. One day, a small black kitten found comfort in Justin’s helmet and decided to take a nap inside of it. Justin met the kitten a few weeks prior when the little guy followed the soldier back to the barracks. They formed a bond straight away, marking the beginning of a remarkable friendship. Justin named the kitten Salem, who quickly became known for his playful and affectionate nature. Salem cherished being near Justin, often cu ..read more

Shelters are a safe haven for unwanted and stray cats. We are grateful for them. However, they are not a permanent option. Shelters can be loud and stressful. Also, unadopted cats spend their days confined to a cage. Staff do their best to provide a stable environment while praying for a kind individual to come in and take one of their residents home. One such woman went to a shelter to adopt a cat. She looked at each feline in their cages, and one gorgeous Orange Tabby caught her eye. She asked a shelter volunteer if she could hold him. As soon as the sweet cat was in her arms, both of their ..read more

Our cats aren’t just pets; they are treasures! We value them just as we do our family members and close friends. Felines are often misunderstood. Some people believe that they aren’t as loyal as dogs are. But that is far from the truth. Cats are wonderful, emotional creatures who value us just as much as we value them. They deserve to have quality of life no matter their age. In this heartwarming video, a man with a heart of gold shows us what it means to be devoted to a cat for 22 years. Nothing warms our souls more than seeing what true love looks like. If you haven’t had your happy fill fo ..read more

Meet Pill Bug, a one-of-a-kind cat who has captured hearts with his determination and resilience. This four-year-old feline suffers from congenital dwarfism, leaving him the size of a small coffee tumbler. He’s unable to jump, meow, and he’s blind, but his loving mom, Brooke, adores him all the same. Pill Bug’s journey began when he was found in someone’s backyard, along with a litter of kittens. The mother cat was nowhere to be found, so a trapper rescued the litter and brought them to Brooke’s rescue group, Broken Tail Rescue. YouTube Pill Bug was severely underweight and needed extra love ..read more

If a cat owns you, you know felines can calm stress and bring tranquility to the people who love them. One recent study concentrates on this power, revealing people with high emotional drives tend to be drawn to cats, and these strong feelers would better benefit from their inclusion in animal therapy programs. In the journal Anthrozoös, the study points out that most of these “Pet Your Stress Away” events only include dogs. Researchers found those with high emotionality expressed interest in attending animal assistance therapy if cats were included. The study also concluded a greater number ..read more

Ever played hide and seek with a cat? If you’re a cat parent, we know that’s a hard yes. And we also understand playing the game probably wasn’t your idea in the first place. But cats are bossy that way, and once you’re the ‘It’ who must do the seeking, good luck finding your kitty. They know how to get out of sight and laugh as we search high and low. It’s usually not until we’ve resorted to shaking treat bags and tempting with favorite toys do cats reappear, many times leaving us to wonder where they even appeared from. So, if you have a hard time finding your cat hidden in the hidey holes ..read more