How Fostering Can Change a Cat’s Life in a Few Days
Fostering is one of the most powerful tools in animal welfare. It helps prevent euthanasia, gives shelters more space to take in animals in need, and gives shy or vulnerable cats the time and confidence they need to become more adoptable. Watch Deborah Cribb’s “Cat Chat” segment with Jill Rappaport to learn why fostering is such a critical piece to creating a better world for cats.
Shelter Social Workers: A New Approach to Preventing Pet Surrenders
Animal shelters across the country are facing a crisis, with pet surrenders doubling in the past year. Many of these surrenders happen because owners are going through a difficult situation and simply can’t afford to care for their pets anymore. On the latest episode of Rappaport to the Rescue, Deborah Cribbs spoke with Kristina Hill of the Humane Society of Greater Dayton about a promising solution: pairing shelters with social workers to support both people and pets. By addressing the root causes behind surrenders, shelters can help keep families and their pets together.
Scooter Celebrates The Feline Fix’s New Partnership
Scooter the Neutered Cat had a great time at the Cat Pajama Jam Brunch on June 14, hosted by The Feline Fix to raise funds for cats and kittens in need. Based in Commerce City, Colorado, The Feline Fix is dedicated to improving the lives of all cats, especially the most vulnerable. The organization recently became an official Give Them Ten licensee, gaining access to ready-to-use creative toolkits, social media campaigns and educational resources to support local outreach efforts aimed at reducing cat overpopulation across Colorado.
Why Spay/Neuter Still Matters: Deborah Cribbs Talks Cats on WGN Chicago
Our founder and leader, Deborah Cribbs, sat down with certified animal behavior specialist Steve Dale on WGN Chicago to talk about the Give Them Ten Movement and why spay/neuter remains a critical issue for cats. From caring for your own pet cat to supporting healthy community cat populations, learn why spay/neuter is still important to help improve the lives of cats.
Inside the Feline Mind: Understanding How Cats Learn
How do cats learn? Deborah Cribbs joins Jill Rappaport for “Cat Chat” to explore feline behavior and what motivates cats to learn. Unlike dogs, who often learn through pack dynamics, cats evolved as solitary hunters. They don’t naturally learn in group settings. Instead, cats learn through curiosity, trial and error, and positive motivation, especially food. Watch the latest episode now.
Scooter Joins Humane Society of Greater Dayton’s Furry Skurry 5K
Scooter the Neutered Cat laced up for a great cause at the Humane Society of Greater Dayton’s Furry Skurry 5K on May 16. The annual event combined fundraising with pet-friendly fun while helping more animals find loving homes. In addition to the 5K festivities, attendees could take advantage of a low-cost microchipping clinic and even adopt a new furry family member on the spot.
Do Cats Choose Their People? How Cat Cafes Help Make Purrfect Adoption Matches
On the latest episode of “Cat Chat,” Deborah Cribbs returns to the Purrfect Day Cafe to talk with Jill Rappaport about how cats connect with their people. Unlike a traditional shelter, a cat cafe’s calm environment lets cats approach visitors on their own terms — making it easier to find a genuine, lasting match.
Cat Cafés: Cute Concept, Serious Impact on Cat Adoptions
Cat cafés are more than just a charming place to enjoy a cup of coffee—they’re making a real difference in the lives of rescue cats. On the latest episode of Rappaport to the Rescue with Jill Rappaport, Deborah interviews Chuck Patton, founder of Purrfect Day Cat Café in Covington, to explore how these unique spaces are helping cats find loving forever homes.
Cat Chat: Could Clicker Training Help Shelter Cats Find Homes Faster?
Stress is one of the biggest barriers to cat adoption, but clicker training may be the solution. In our latest “Cat Chat,” Deborah Cribbs talks with Lindsey Vansandt, Director of the Imperiled Cat Project at the Cincinnati Zoo, about how clicker training and double-compartment housing can make shelters more comfortable and help hard-to-place cats find homes.
A Breakthrough That Could Transform TNR: “Cat Chat” Returns to the Cincinnati Zoo
What if community cats could be sterilized in minutes—no surgery required? On the latest “Cat Chat,” Dr. Lindsey Vansandt of the Cincinnati Zoo joins Deborah Cribbs to share an exciting breakthrough: a sterilizing injection that could one day replace traditional spay/neuter procedures. This innovation could make TNR faster, simpler and far more affordable, helping communities reach more cats than ever before. Watch the segment now.