Blind Cat Rescue & Sanctuary was formed in 2005 in North Carolina. As the name suggests, they are a home for blind or nearly blind cats. In 2011, they built a second shelter for FELV+ FIV+ cats that were to be killed just because they tested positive for these viruses. They are a 501 (c)3 non-profit, registered in the state. Their web site is very informative with their history, advice and tips on how to help a blind cat adapt and what to do if your cat is blind or you suspect he or she is going blind. It’s a must read! Amazon and Walmart maintain registries and wish lists of needed items if you are interested in supporting them. They also have a blog and a 24 hour live feed. Please browse their site; it has a wealth of information!

Cat House on the Kings is California’s largest no-cage, no-kill, lifetime cat sanctuary and adoption center. Founded 22 years ago, their mission is to place rescued cats and kittens into loving, permanent homes; to provide a safe, happy and healthy home for unwanted cats and kittens in a unique, no-cage facility; to prevent pet overpopulation through spaying and neutering; and to educate the public about responsible pet ownership. This is another web site with a wealth of information for the pet owner. From their mission statement, live feed of the grounds and ‘residents’ and adoption information to easy ways to support their effort, the site is definitely worth a read! Their latest (Summer, 2014) newsletter is here. It is a .pdf document and should open in your computer’s default .pdf reader, usually Adobe Reader. If you don’t have it, get it here. We prefer Foxit Reader. Small, fast and free! Get it here.

Help Rebuild Animal Shelters – It’s estimated by the ASPCA that over 7.6 million companion animals enter shelters each year nationwide. Those animals are housed in the estimated 13,600 shelters that are operating across the country, doing the best that they can to provide comfortable lives for each of these animals as they wait for their forever homes. It’s not just the animals that need our help; the staff of these shelters are often in need of major help to keep their shelters running smoothly. Find out how you can help by clicking the link. Thank you!