Phenomenal Fudge Fundraiser for Felines
Enjoy delicious fudge and help homeless cats! The Feline Connection was awarded a $2000 TNR matching grant from United Spay Alliance to support Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) efforts for local community cats. …
A Vision for the Future of Feline Welfare in Rutland County, Vermont, Eastern Washington County New York and Beyond
Since our inception in 2018, The Feline Connection (501(c)(3) has made significant strides in addressing the overwhelming challenge of homeless cats in Rutland, Vermont, and Eastern Washington, New York Counties. We’ve grown to facilitate over 325 adoptions annually, a testament to the dedication of our foster families and the generosity of our amazing support community. However, we recognize that our current foster-based model, while providing individualized care and low-stress environments for our feline friends, faces limitations in tackling the root causes of cat overpopulation and suffering. This blog post outlines The Feline Connection’s long-term vision for creating a sustainable and impactful future for feline welfare in our community.
Fiddler Crab – A Twisty Cat who is a twisty miracle
Handsome Fiddler Crab wasn’t born with the best hand (paw). He was born in a home and surrendered to The Feline Connection as a teenage kitten with one tiny leg …
Fall Feline Fundraiser 2024 – A Year of Feline Compassion
A letter from The Feline Connection’s Founder, Maria Caron Hello Friends, As another year draws to a close, I’m filled with a mix of gratitude and determination. The Feline Connection …
Post Nine: Help! I Found a Cat Outdoors!
By Marisa Valent-Altland Many times, when a cat is found outdoors, a person’s first reaction is to jump into action immediately because they want to help. While this is a …
Post Eight: Local Lost and Found
By Marisa Valent-Altland Your community is an excellent resource when searching for a lost pet. Below are some resources for posting on Facebook about lost and found pets in our …
Post Seven: The Feline Connection Lost and Found
By Marisa Valent-Altland The Feline Connection wants every lost cat returned to their loving home. When one of our volunteers finds a cat or we are alerted to a lost …
Post Six: Caught in the Web: Lost Pet Websites
By Marisa Valent-Altland With so much of our world moving online, many people look to the internet when they are searching for a lost pet. There are some incredible sites …
Post Five: Lost but Quickly Found: How to Make the Best Lost Pet Poster
By Marisa Valent-Altland If you saw our last post on escaped cats, you know there’s a lot you can do to help your cat find their way home. While you’re …
Post Four: My Cat Escaped! Now What?
By Marisa Valent-Altland When an indoor cat escapes, a pet parent’s first response can be to panic. Keep in mind, though, that they don’t go very far for the first …