Megan Hasenauer – Town Cats

06Oct 2026 by Megan Hasenauer

Black Cats Rule!

All Posts, Cat Blog Articles, Cat Knowledge

October 27 is National Black Cat Day, and we're here to celebrate! Black cats have been part of human history, folklore, art, and households for thousands of years. They’ve been called everything from bad luck to miniature panthers, but around Town Cats, we mostly call them what they are: cats who deserve homes. So, in honor of National Black Cat Day, here are some black cat facts, a little history, and some very important Town Cats black-cat statistics. Not every black cat is a Bombay, but every Bombay is black. Black cats come in all kinds of shapes, sizes, personalities, and breeds. Bombay cats, however, were specifically developed to have that sleek, all-black, mini-panther look. They are sometimes called “parlor panthers,” which feels pretty appropriate. And while your average black…

24Sep 2026 by Megan Hasenauer

Pet Preparedness: Making your pets part of the plan

All Posts, Cat Knowledge

September is National Preparedness Month, and while we all try to have plans for every possible situation, making sure your animals are part of those plans is incredibly important. Our whole team has pets of their own, and many of us foster, too. That means we have to make sure we have up-to-date lists of the animals in our care and that we know what to do when disaster strikes. Here are a few things you can do now to make sure your pets are included in your emergency plan. Make sure your pet's microchip is up to date This is one of the most important things you can do. Make sure your pet's microchip has your current address, phone number, and contact information. An up-to-date microchip can be a…

29Oct 2024 by Megan Hasenauer

Cat Food 101

All Posts, Cat Knowledge

In honor of National Cat Day, let’s talk about something every cat loves—food! From nutrition to hydration, a healthy diet is essential for keeping our feline friends happy and thriving. Just like humans, cats need a balanced diet tailored to their specific needs. Providing your cat with high-quality food is essential for maintaining a healthy weight, coat, and overall vitality. Adding wet food to your cat's diet is also beneficial, as it supports hydration and helps keep their kidneys and urinary tract healthy. At Town Cats, we use a variety of brands to feed our shelter and foster cats, but your cat may have unique preferences—and that’s okay! Portion control is crucial in your cat's diet. Obesity is a common issue among house cats, which can lead to health problems…

10Oct 2024 by Megan Hasenauer

Town Cats Community Cupboard: A Lifeline for Those in Need

All Posts, Happy Tails

This spring, we took a fresh look at our Community Cupboard and re-imagined how it could better serve those in need. While we continued to support our partners at the Reach Out Pantry, we realized we wanted to provide a more organized and personal experience for people coming directly to our shelter. With this vision in mind, we opened the cupboard to the public one day a week during designated hours. It was a small step towards making essential resources more accessible to pet owners facing tough times. During our first open day, we met Greg (name changed for privacy), a man who walked through our doors with a smile and a heart of gold. He arrived right as we opened to ensure he could get the supplies he desperately…

19Sep 2024 by Megan Hasenauer

10 facts you never knew about cats’ physical characteristics

All Posts, Cat Knowledge

Cats have the same 5 senses we do -- but most of them are better: Cats have a more expansive hearing range than humans, according to the Merck Manual Veterinary Manual. Their eyesight is also superior to that of dogs, and they can see six times better than we can in dim environments. Another fun fact: cats have three eyelids. Oil secretions are responsible for your cat’s glossy fur: The dermis skin layer contains oil glands that produce an oily substance known as sebum. Not only do these oils protect your cat’s coat, but they also give their fur a sleek and shiny appearance. • Kittens grow as they snooze: According to the nonprofit educational resource organization Cat International, our fur babies experience the majority of their growth while…

16Aug 2024 by Megan Hasenauer

10 facts you never knew about your cat’s personality

All Posts, Cat Knowledge

Contributed to Town Cats by Erin McCluskey Your cat’s personality traits may be tied to their genes: According to a 2021 research paper published in the scientific journal Animals, one study found genetic variations in cats who were ranked by their owners as higher in “roughness” out of four personality categories: Openness, Friendliness, Roughness and Neuroticism. If you’re having a bad day, your cat is a good shoulder to cry on: Devoted dog lovers may tell you that cats aren’t capable of the same love and affection as their canine counterparts, but we say otherwise. Research has demonstrated that cats increase meowing and leg rubbing behavior when in close proximity to owners experiencing negative emotions. • Your cat may interact with you for longer if you let them initiate…

Author: Megan Hasenauer