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!
Debunking Common Black Cat Myths
It’s time to call in the Mythbusters, because we’re here to debunk many common misconceptions about the largely misunderstood black cat.
Despite the vast array of colors and patterns in house cats, actually, cats are born with only two colors …
Meet the Shelter Medical Team
Esha and Kassandra pose with Rambo, a CCS cat who recently received leg braces
It’s hard to say who is most valuable to an organization, but for a cat shelter, the medical and veterinary team is absolutely crucial in keeping our animals health…
Celebrate the Black Cats
By Kathy McChesney, board member
I sit here now admiring the beauty of my latest “rescue” cat. Panther is one of our favorite cats, and he is solid black. Three of our cats are black, and they are all beautiful, delightful family members.
K…
How to Take Great Photos of Your Black Cats
You may have heard black cats referred to as “voids” because of their ability to blend into dark backgrounds, with just eyes staring back at you. The sad reality is that in today’s social media-driven age, some people are hesitant to adopt black …
The Rabies Vaccine for Cats: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
By Beth Dokolasa
September 28 is World Rabies Day, serving as an important reminder that although rabies is 100% fatal, it is also 100% preventable through proper administration of the rabies vaccine.
What is Rabies?
Rabies is a viral di…
How to Cope with the Loss of Your Cat
By Desiree Argentina, CCS foster and adopter
The death of your cat can be one of the most devastating losses you will ever face. It can be just as difficult or even more so than the loss of a human family member. The loss of your beloved cat c…
Celebrate Your Birthday with the Cats: Why Host a Facebook Fundraiser
An easy and unique way to ring in your birthday and help shelter cats is by hosting a fundraiser on Facebook.
If your profile lists your birthday, Facebook will probably prompt you as it approaches to set up a fundraiser. You get to choose whi…
Decoding Cat Body Language
By Beth Dokolasa
Understanding a cat’s body language is vital for cat owners and enthusiasts to establish a strong bond and communicate effectively with their feline companions. By deciphering the subtle non-verbal communication cues provided …
Partner Spotlight: Community Shares
Today for #NationalNonprofitDay, we launch a brand-new blog series recognizing the work of partner organizations that help us make a difference in our community. Today, meet Community Shares!
Cat Care Society is a proud partner of Community Sh…
A Record-Breaking Success: Clear the Shelters 2023 Recap
In case you missed it, on August 13, we hosted a waived-fee adoption event alongside a pop-up thrift shop, for Clear the Shelters month, and we are overwhelmed at the positive response from our community! In fact, we adopted out the most cats EVE…