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01Dec 2024 by Michelle N

Helping Cats with our Community Cupboard

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Helping Cats with our Community Cupboard Town Cat’s established The Cat Cupboard Relief Program in 2020, with the intent of providing support to families who are experiencing financial hardship caused by the pandemic and other economic challenges. Town Cat’s knows how important it is to have support during difficult times, and we aim to keep families together and reduce the possibility of animal surrender due to lack of resources. Our new, permanent Community Cat Cupboard is here to help ensure that a lack of food won’t cause undue stress due to surrendering the pet to a shelter and losing a beloved part of the family. Our program is available to all residents of Santa Clara county experiencing financial hardship regardless of the reason. We operate out of our shelter- and…

15Nov 2024 by Michelle N

Senior Cats

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Caring for Senior Cats: How to Keep Your Older Feline Healthy and Happy As cats age, their needs change, just like in humans. Cats age about 7 years every year so going to get check ups is very important. A senior cat, generally considered to be around 7 years or older, may require extra attention to ensure they stay healthy, comfortable, and happy during their golden years. While older cats often remain active and full of personality, they are more susceptible to age-related health issues, and owners should be proactive in providing the best possible care. Here’s a guide to understanding and caring for your senior cat. 1. Regular Vet Check-Ups Routine veterinary visits are critical for senior cats. As they age, cats are prone to health problems such as…

29Oct 2024 by Megan Hasenauer

Cat Food 101

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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

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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

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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

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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…