Pet Care

The Healing Power of Pets: Mental Health Benefits of Having a Fur Baby

Written by Chloe Champo Did you know that owning a pet can provide essential social and emotional support for their owners? The wagging tails and gentle purrs of our fur babies, whom we all know and love, actually bring profound benefits to our mental health and overall emotional well-being. At CARA, we are home to

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September is Happy Cat Month: Celebrate with Love, Play, and a Purpose

Written by Sandy Pearl Time flies so fast — can you believe it’s already the BER months? September doesn’t just mark the start of cozy days; it’s also Happy Cat Month! This joyful celebration was launched in 2008 by the CATalyst Council, a U.S.-based non-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness about feline health and welfare.

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The Truth About FIV: What You Need to Know to Care for Your Cat

Imagine being a stray cat, fighting for your life every day. You’re constantly looking for a place to stay warm, or to hide from predators and humans who might harm you.  As the days go by, you start to feel weaker and weaker. You don’t know what’s happening to your body, but you’re scared. If

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Becoming a Cat-vocate on Your Free Time

photo of several cats sitting on top of a desk in the CARA office

Cats are frequently portrayed in popular culture and the media as selfish, careless, and self-centered house pets. These depictions are exaggerations of stereotypes about our feline friends. Cats, in reality, have a wide range of personalities and behaviors, and they frequently form strong bonds with other pets and their owners. Most cats are highly social

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