The Whisker Whisper Blog
Check out these blog posts and articles to help cat owners everywhere and share stories from inside the shelter. Learn about common behavioral or medical conditions, step inside the mind of a cat and learn a few fun new facts!
Overstimulation in Cats: Understanding “Aggressive” Behavior and Finding Solutions
Like some humans are more sensitive to certain stimuli than others, some cats too have limits for how much physical interaction they can handle at any one time. Often perceived as aggression, overstimulation is a common reaction cats have in busy…
Celebrating a Successful 2023 & Most Adoptions Ever!
Now that 2023 is in our rearview, I am so humbled and excited to share our calendar-year stats and successes with you all. It was a busy year, with numbers up across the board. Even though we saw more cats in need than ever before, we also adopte…
The Therapeutic Impact Cats Bring to Seniors with Dementia
As our loved ones age and experience the challenges of dementia, it becomes increasingly important to find innovative ways to enhance their quality of life. One method that has gained recognition in recent years is cat ownership. Cats, with their…
So You Found a Stray Cat, Now What?
By Beth Dokolasa
If you’ve ever come across a cat outdoors, you likely felt the urge to help. While there are situations where human intervention is necessary for a found cat or kitten, often the best course of action is to leave it be! That m…
Kurt’s Story: From Severe Infection to Incredible Transformation
Sometimes in our line of work, we think we’ve seen it all. Routinely taking in special needs animals and complicated medical cases brings the sense of rarely being surprised or shocked. But every now and then, reality gives us a little kick in th…
Partner Spotlight: Colorado Pet Pantry
Learn about some of Cat Care Society‘s valued partners in this blog series, showcasing the work of some incredible local non-profits and how together we’re helping cats in our community. Today, meet Colorado Pet Pantry, which provides pet food an…
Conquering Panleuk: A Tale of Hope and Survival for Shelter Cats
By Beth Dokolasa
In the realm of feline health, panleukopenia, commonly known as panleuk, has long been a significant health challenge, especially for young kittens and unvaccinated cats. As a highly contagious and often fatal disease, panleuk…
Partner Spotlight: Black Ops Rescue
Learn about some of Cat Care Society’s valued partners in this blog series, showcasing the work of some incredible local non-profits and how together we’re helping cats in our community. Today, meet Black Ops Rescue, an organization that pairs ve…
Cat Microchips 101: A Guide to Keeping Your Feline Friend Safe
By 24PetWatch
A single scan of a microchip can save a cat’s life and reunite him or her with their owner! If you find a stray cat, bring it to a vet to see if it has a chip and reunite them with their owner (you can also look up chips from any…
Why I Donate: Kathy McChesney
Kathy McChesney doesn’t do anything lightly. This Cat Care Society supporter extraordinaire goes the extra mile by serving on the board of directors and multiple committees, volunteering her time and resources, helping at events and providing tra…