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Great News: California Ends Cruel Cat Declawing
Safe at last — no more pain for California’s cats. We have wonderful news for cats everywhere! California has become the largest state in the U.S. to ban cat declawing — a cruel and painful surgery that amputates the first bone of each toe, leaving cats in lifelong pain. For decades, many cats lost not just their claws, but their natural way to defend, climb, and play. The surgery left many in constant pain, struggling to walk or even use their litter box. Some were late

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4 days ago2 min read


They laugh as animals suffer — help end it
Kittens like this are being filmed and tortured for profit — help stop it A CNN investigation has uncovered videos of cats being burned, mutilated, drowned, and electrocuted for money. The victims are usually kittens — small, trusting, and helpless. Some are forced into blenders, while others are set on fire or beaten until they stop moving. Their suffering is recorded, sold, and watched for entertainment. Behind every cruel video is a suffering animal. The BBC found more

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6 days ago2 min read


4 Powerful Ways to Honor Cats on National Cat Day
Safe, warm, and loved — what every cat deserves. Today is National Cat Day — a day to honor not just the cats who capture hearts online, but also the quiet survivors who fight for life against impossible odds. Like a tiny kitten named Miso, who was rescued just before she was nearly hit by a car. She was hurt and needed surgery, but her rescuer refused to give up. With care and love, Miso began to heal, and soon her playful spirit started to return. Today, she is growing st

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Oct 242 min read


8 months alone, then love found him — Happy Cat Month
Every cat deserves safety, comfort, and love. This month, we celebrate Happy Cat Month, a time to honor the incredible felines who bring...

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Sep 42 min read


Finally, cats in Rhode Island can keep their claws
They now have the freedom to stretch, climb, and live naturally. Starting September 1, Rhode Island will officially outlaw declawing of...

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Aug 202 min read


5 ways to change your cat’s life this International Cat Day
Today is a day to shine a light on cats around the world. Mira fell 380 feet alongside her guardians — but she was the only one who...

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Aug 82 min read


World's Loudest Purr? 3 Cat World Records!
We all know cats can do amazing things. But some are especially gifted! Did you know about these 3 world-record-setting cats? A happy...

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Sep 4, 20242 min read


75% of kittens won't survive ...
“Kitten season.” It may sound adorable, but tragically, it is a time of suffering and death for millions of homeless kittens. Kitten...

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May 14, 20242 min read


Why is Spay Day Important?
Together, we can end the Cycle of Suffering by revolutionizing the world of spay and neuter surgeries! Overpopulation is the biggest...

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Feb 21, 20243 min read


FIP is Killing Cats...a Cure Exists...So Why isn't it Available?
Bella the cat was only 8 months old when she became exhausted and her stomach looked extremely bloated. Her guardian, Andrea — a friend...

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Jan 23, 20246 min read


Tiny tech to save our companions from tragedy?
Sure, microchips can feel like Big Brother is watching. But if your dog or cat has a chip, they’re four times more likely to make it home...

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Jan 18, 20244 min read


30 Himalayan Cats abandoned?
Even though there is a global overpopulation of cats overall, Himalayan cats are expensive to buy. A quick online search shows this...

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Jan 10, 20242 min read


6 Reasons Never to Give Animals as Surprise Gifts!
After the holiday season, shelters often report an uptick in animals who are given up to shelters. In fact, the animals who are abandoned...

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Dec 15, 20234 min read


Sickening Cruelty YOU helped fight in 2023
2023 was a BIG year for 600 Million Dogs and animals all around the world. And none of it would be possible without you — our deeply...

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Dec 11, 20236 min read


Dogs and Cats Stolen for Meat in Vietnam
Recently in South Korea, animal advocates made progress in their efforts to ban the cruel dog meat trade. But in Vietnam, dogs and cats...

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Dec 8, 20236 min read


Watching Cat Videos is Good for You!
Good news! Science has confirmed what we already thought: watching cat videos is good for you! A study of 7,000 people, conducted by...

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Nov 30, 20234 min read


New Virus Discovered from Cat Bite
A man contracted a never-before-seen virus after being bitten by a cat in the United Kingdom. The man went to the hospital with swollen...

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Nov 16, 20234 min read


Animals Don't Belong on Store Shelves!
Clark County in Nevada has recently proposed a ban on pet stores selling live animals! Clark County Commissioner Michael Naft says that...

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Nov 14, 20234 min read


Catching Cancer in Companion Animals
Protecting Companion Animals from Cancer Cancer is a terrible reality for many companion animals, just as it is for humans. Early...

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Nov 10, 20234 min read


A GivingTuesday MATCH you don't want to miss!
GIVING TUESDAY: NOVEMBER 28 YOUR GIFT MATCHED UP TO $35,000! Coco had a history of neglect. Team 600 responded to a call about a dog...
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Nov 9, 20232 min read
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