URBAN PLAYGROUND FOR THE CATS OF CAPE TOWN
Humans can make a powerful difference in cats’ lives by working for change at the local level. Start in your community! Build the movement by raising awareness about the cats of Cape Town and beyond! We look at the issues facing cats and what is going on at Cape Town cat shelters and local feline institutions.
Think diabetes is just a human problem? Think again. An estimated one in 230 neutered cats is at increased risk for diabetes, according to Dr Tarryn Dent at global animal health company, Zoetis South Africa. While we associate this disease with humans, feline diabetes is a genuine and rising concern. Ignoring the signs can be fatal,...
What if your morning ritual could do more than just wake you up? What if your daily cup of coffee could be a catalyst for change, a small act that makes a huge difference? That’s the beautiful idea behind Rescue Roast, a proudly South African initiative that’s brewing change, one bag of coffee at...
The City of Cape Town is dedicated to caring for not only its human residents but also the beloved pets that enrich the community. CityPetFinder is a platform on the city’s website that helps pet parents find lost or missing cats, dogs, and other pets, by offering a centralized service for reporting and searching...
Welcoming a cat into your home is a rewarding yet significant responsibility, so it’s essential to ensure you’re fully prepared and capable of providing the love, care, and attention a feline companion deserves to thrive....
Something’s up with your cat. Most days she’s meowing by the food bowl a good hour before supper time, but for the second day running, she’s hardly touched her dinner. Could she be sick? You recall the last vet visit. How it broke your heart to see her cowering and trembling in her carrier;...
Ever wonder why a cat’s tongue feels like sandpaper? Of course you have! Who hasn’t, right? For anyone who is still in the dark on the matter, listen up and learn....
On 18 July, Mandela Day, TEARS Animal Rescue got to work, sterilizing and where needed vaccinating 67 animals and feeding even more pets with its Feed Hungry Pets Initiative thanks to the fantastic donations received from the public. ...
TEARS Animal Rescue is well into their Mandela Day 6’n’7 campaign to raise 13 tonnes of food for the dogs and cats in their Feed Hungry Pets Programme. TEARS believes that no pet should go hungry, and this programme subsidises pet food so that families struggling financially are able to feed their pets and keep them...
July 10th marks International Kitten Day, the ideal occasion to celebrate those tiny bundles of fur, endless energy, and unconditional love. While most humans all adore kittens, there’s more to these miniature felines than meets the eye. In honor of Kitten Day, let’s delve into some lesser-known facts about kittens and, in doing so,...
It’s been one of those days when everything that could go wrong, did. You feel drained, defeated, and your self-confidence is close to zero. But as you arrive home, you’re greeted by your faithful cat – visibly overjoyed to welcome you. Soon, the stress you felt has become a distant memory....