Many cats are thriving today because of wonderful animal foster parents like Danielle. Taking in kittens who still need to be bottle-fed is incredibly challenging, but this courageous and patient woman was never deterred. This story is a tribute to her and her bravery during an unthinkable time. At only 29 years old, Danielle suffered from a stroke in October 2020. She had to put fostering on hold during her long hospital stay. Once released, she had to relearn how to do basic things, such as walking. YouTube It took six months for Danielle to recover and take on foster kittens again. The fi ..read more

An inspirational man named Ikram Korkmazer adheres to a steadfast rule at his butcher shop: every stray animal that visits gets meat scraps. This tender-hearted man’s unconditional love for dogs and cats has not only won him a huge online following but also deeply endeared him to the local stray community. His butcher shop, Yeşim Meat Gallery, is named after the cat Yeşim, who is the first stray he ever fed at his store. Korkmazer’s connection with Yeşim began when she was just a stray cat visiting his shop for food. YouTube He recalls how she used to stand on her hind legs, peering at the m ..read more

Despite being retired, Willie Ortiz, a former soldier, mechanic, school bus driver, and welder at Hartford Hospital in Connecticut, continues to dedicate his life to a unique cause. His greatest passion lies in caring for stray cats. Each night, Willie fills his old minivan from floor to ceiling with cat food and sets off on a feeding tour across the city. For the past 22 years, Willie has faithfully fed stray cats, making 16 stops each night to feed a total of 68 cats. Impressively, he has never missed a night in all these years, driven by a deep commitment to these animals. YouTube His jou ..read more

Meet Scooter, a tiny gray kitten who faced the world alone early in his life with a significant challenge—his front paws were severely deformed, causing him considerable pain and making mobility difficult. Despite his hardships, Scooter held onto hope for a better future. His chance came when he wandered into a woman’s yard. Surprised by the sight of the struggling kitten, the woman quickly realized she was meant to help him. She brought him inside but soon recognized that his needs exceeded her ability to care for him, prompting her to contact Here Kitty Kitty Rescue. Here Kitty Kitty Rescu ..read more

Unlike the age-old belief that cats and dogs can’t get along, many dog and cat siblings are attached to one another. In fact, plenty of animal parents report that their kitties get along with many different creatures, including guinea pigs and bunnies as well. Some relationships are even quite shocking, like the ones between a cat and a pet bird! However, we recommend supervision to ensure the safety of all animals involved. In this adorable video, we meet a cat and dog duo who are very attached to each other– so much so that the cutest thing happens! YouTube Their dad is working on crate tr ..read more

A woman was walking near her home when she spotted a small cat in terrible condition. The white kitty was covered in dirt, underweight, and in need of comfort and care. The cat, later named Nyura, was desperate for the woman’s attention, and the woman’s giant golden heart couldn’t deny her. The woman tried to go home first to get a pet carrier and food before rescuing Nyura, but the cat followed her, meowing in alarm. It was obvious she was terrified to be left behind. YouTube The woman lifted Nyura up and carried the sorrowful cat home. She needed a lot of care, but first, it was time for a ..read more

When the Kutscher family made the forty-mile move from Bridgeport, West Virginia, to Morgantown, they were short one furry family member. And though the Kutschers returned again and again to their old house in search of their missing cat, Oliver was nowhere to be found. That’s because Oliver was already on his way to find his family at their new home. And when he arrived there on his own several weeks after moving day, his heartbroken family was both stunned and relieved. Somehow, their brilliant tabby cat had found his family despite the forty-mile distance that separated them. Photo: The D ..read more

We know that cats tend to wander and can expertly return home. But this tuxedo kitty has a way of helping others find their way back! Hiker and reddit user sc4s2cg got lost in the tiny mountain town of Gimmelwald, Switzerland when an unofficial guide cat came along to save the day! “Gimmelwald is a tiny, tiny stunningly beautiful village. I actually got ‘lost’ in the surrounding mountains. It was the end of ski season when I got to Lauterbrunnen, so the lifts weren’t working and some of the trails were closed,” he wrote on reddit. “I was checking my map to see how I can get back to ..read more

During a winter cold snap in Canada, the animal lovers of Saving Grace Animal Society in Alix, Alberta, were out delivering supplies to families needing assistance when a homeowner decided to surrender their blind dog and his bonded cat friend to the rescue. The family knew the pair needed care beyond their ability, and as Saving Grace shared on Facebook, “The family felt an indoor retirement home was best for this blind boy and his ‘seeing eye cat.’” Saving Grace Animal Society/Facebook Both 8-years-old, Spike and Max had been a pair their whole lives, and with Spike being blind, he de ..read more

All cats are unique and awesome in their own way, but orange tabby cats have a special place in many peoples’ hearts. These felines certainly live up to the hype and they have some features that are exclusive to their genetics. Here are some fun facts about orange cats! 1. Orange tabby cats are almost always male. This is a really interesting fact and it tells us that sex and coat color genetics are somehow related, at least in orange cats. Up to 80% of orange cats are male and nobody knows why. 2. Their coats come in 4 different patterns. The mackerel pattern is what everyone knows as ..read more