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🌍🐱 Happy Global Cat Day! Today, we celebrate cats everywhere—from the playful kittens keeping us entertained to the wise seniors who remind us to slow down and enjoy the little things. It's also a day to recognize the millions of cats around the world who are still waiting for safe homes, compassionate care, and brighter futures. Every adoption, foster placement, TNR effort, donation, and act of kindness helps make a difference. Whether your cat is curled up beside you, demanding dinner, or plotting their next adventure, give them a little extra love today. 💛 🐾 Tell us about your cat in the comments! We'd love to celebrate them with you. #GlobalCatDay #CatLovers #CatsOfInstagram #CatLife #Catster

🐾 Today is National Feral Cat Day. 🐱 Feral cats are part of communities all over the world, and while they may not be socialized to live indoors, they still deserve compassion, care, and humane solutions. One of the most effective ways to help is through Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR)—a proven approach that helps stabilize community cat populations while improving the health and welfare of individual cats. You can also make a difference by: 🧡 Supporting local TNR programs 🥣 Donating food or supplies to community cat caregivers 🏡 Volunteering with a rescue or shelter 📚 Learning more about the unique needs of feral and community cats Together, small acts of kindness can create safer, healthier futures for cats and the communities they call home. Have you ever helped a community cat or supported a local TNR program? We'd love to hear your story. 💛 #FeralCatDay #CommunityCats #TNR #CatRescue #CatWelfare #CatLovers #Catster

🐱 Helping feral cats takes more than one day of awareness. Real progress happens through the people and organizations doing the work all year long. In honor of Feral Cat Awareness Month, @missionmeow awarded grants to five nonprofits working to address cat overpopulation through TNR and community support. With an estimated 60–100 million stray cats in the U.S., these groups are putting funding toward practical resources like winter shelters, TNR equipment, microchip readers, and trap-lending programs. 💜 The goal goes beyond helping cats today. By supporting collaboration, underserved communities, and long-term TNR efforts, these organizations are helping prevent even more cats from needing help tomorrow. 👉 Swipe through to learn more about the five grant recipients and why steady, year-round support can make such a meaningful difference for community cats. 🔗 Read the full story on Catster.com — link in our Linktree (in bio). 🐾 What do you think communities need most to better support feral and community cats? 🐈 We’d love to hear your thoughts in the comments. #Catster #WeeklyMews #FeralCatAwarenessMonth #CommunityCats #TNR #FeralCats #CatRescue #AnimalWelfare

⚖️ A few extra pounds can have a bigger impact than you might think. Today is National Pet Obesity Awareness Day. Pet obesity is one of the most common health issues affecting cats today, and leads to a plethora of other ailments and diseases, but the good news is that small changes can make a big difference. 🐱💚 Whether it's measuring meals, encouraging more playtime, or cutting back on treats, helping your cat maintain a healthy weight can improve their quality of life and reduce the risk of conditions like diabetes, arthritis, and heart disease. Swipe through for simple ways to help your feline friend stay happy, healthy, and active. 👉 Save this post for future reference, and share it with a fellow cat parent who might find it helpful. 👇 We'd love to hear from you: What's your cat's favorite way to stay fit? #Catster #PetObesityAwareness #CatHealth #HealthyCats #CatCare #CatParents #PetWellness #IndoorCats #CatLovers #FelineHealth #PetNutrition #CatLife #VeterinaryCare #PetHealth

When you wake up with zero plans and somehow still look completely over it. 😹 Our readers shared their coolest, most unbothered cats for this week’s “Too Cool to Care” photo contest, and Shady clearly had the attitude down perfectly. Congrats to Shady for taking first place this week! 💜 Think your cat has a winning photo? Send us your best shot for a chance to be featured next! Link in our bio! #catmemes #cutecats #catphotos

Sometimes, purpose grows from the places that hurt the most. 💜 After losing her beloved cats, Chopin and Wazoo, Petra Luna began asking deeper questions about the care, nutrition, and products cat parents trust every day. That grief eventually became the foundation of @catcrazyc — and a mission centered on education, transparency, and helping people make more informed choices for their cats. Today, Petra’s work continues to grow, with four new Certificates of Excellence recognizing the videos and community she has built along the way. But at the heart of it all is the same intention that started her journey: to help cat parents feel more informed, more confident, and better equipped to advocate for the cats they love. Her story is a reminder that even profound loss can leave behind something meaningful—and sometimes, love finds a new way to keep caring. 🐾 ✨Have you ever turned a difficult experience with a pet into something that helped others? #CatsterTales #Catster #CatCrazy #CatLovers #CatCare #CatEducation #PetParents #HumanAnimalBond

It might seem like indoor cats are completely protected from fleas, worms, and other parasites—but that's not always the case. Parasites can hitch a ride inside on our clothing, shoes, other pets, or even through open windows and doors. Mosquitoes can also carry diseases to indoor cats in some regions. Whether your cat needs parasite prevention depends on their lifestyle, where you live, and your veterinarian's recommendations. That's why it's important to discuss the best plan for your individual cat rather than assuming they're risk-free just because they stay indoors. 🐱 Has your indoor cat ever gotten parasites? #catfacts #themeowyouknow #cathealth #parasiteprevention #vetapproved

Have you got your FREE digital copy of the new Catster Magazine yet? 😊 Featuring expert cat care and enrichment advice, a fascinating look at feline intelligence, a class with @dr.mattmcglasson, and inspiring stories from @missionmeow and the @newyorkbodegacats, this issue is full of cozy ideas for a happier, healthier cat. 👉 Get your FREE digital copy today - link in our bio. 😊🐾 #CatsterMagazine #CatMagazine #CatCare #CatLovers #PetCare