That Cat Lady

17/05/2023

Snuggly pair looking for a new home!

These two beautiful older female British shorthair cats are looking for a new forever home.
Due to unavoidable circumstances, one of our clients has to say goodbye to this bonded, much-loved pair - they are the best of friends so it's important they stay together.
Djeanny and Sira are 13 years old, and after a little initial shyness, they are super friendly and playful.
They are mostly indoors, but have had access to a small enclosed courtyard in their current home.
There are no medical issues, and are super healthy ladies. They are desexed and microchipped.
Please DM That Cat Lady if you are interested and we can put you in contact with them. 🐾🐾

20/10/2022

Please sign this petition to help manage the number of cats born on the streets. The link is in the World League for Protection of Animals (WLPA) post below.

The best way to improve outcomes for street cats is to use our parliament to change the laws!
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Please spare a couple of minutes to help NSW animals

Let’s all do what we can to assist the wonderful friend to animals, MP Alex Greenwich, in his attempt to legalise trap neuter return (TNR). These programs humanly and effectively reduce the street cat population, while improving their health. It is a sad indictment of our society, that those struggling to help free living cats often dumped undesexed (or their offspring), by impulse buyers, have to participate in evidenced based TNR programs, at risk of prosecution. A change in legislation would mean that these groups and individuals currently operating ‘outside’ the law would be able to publicises and promote their programs as well as apply for financial assistance.

Please go that extra step and not only sign but circulate the petition to all of like mind.
https://www.parliament.nsw.gov.au/la/Pages/epetition-details.aspx?q=8fY1mh-mWgAD74lXsHGykA

08/10/2022

Some sound advice from Inner City Strays for what to do if you find a nest of stray kittens - number one, don’t pick them up!

Sydney is currently experiencing a deluge. It’s pouring and not just rain.
Kittens are being born everywhere.

Every kitten season we are contacted by well intentioned members of the public who have found nests of young kittens. Kittens whose eyes may have not even opened yet. Meaning well people pick the kittens up, thinking they are doing the right thing.

Young kittens need intense care for survival and their best chance is ALWAYS with their mother.

Queens (mother cats) feed their litter around the clock and stimulate them to go to the toilet. Their mothers milk is the absolute best nutrition for them as is their mothers care.

Often it’s thought the mother has abandonned her kittens but she may just be off on a break (she needs time out too) or looking for food (her dietary requirements are huge when lactating).

If you find a nest of kittens please don’t just pick them up.

If you are concerned for their welfare stand back (don’t spook mum), get comfy and settle down for a few hours observation. More than likely their mother will be back.
The kittens highest chance of survival is with their mother

26/08/2022

Hey its been a rather slow since lockdown ended so what is going to happen to all the homeless animals waiting to become someone's pet? Members and supporters of WLPA can SHARE these posts to help our animals find homes. Otherwise our doors will remain closed to new animals in need. We STILL have Josh and Maddie, 5 months apart in age but siblings with the same mum cat. Adoptions are from 12 noon daily at World League Adoption Centre Gladesville, by appointment 0409 741414. We are on the corner of Cowell St and Victoria Road above Casa Nova Restaurant. Please share this post to get them homes. Rehoming Organisation Number 251000089. Thank you.

28/06/2022

Now is a great time to make tax deductible EOFY donations to your (and our) favourite cat rescue charities!
These organisations do fantastic work in Sydney and around Australia taking care of cats, kittens, dogs and other animals in need.

You can easily donate via their websites 🐾🐾

Sydney Street Cats
Maggie's Rescue
Liberty Foundation
World League for Protection of Animals (WLPA)
The Mini Kitty Commune

11/06/2022

Our cat clients are loving the warmth of our cute and cosy 100% woollen cat mats this winter!
These locally handmade mats, along with a full range of other eco-friendly cat products including toys, scratchers, food bowls, stands, collars, harnesses and litter solutions, can be found online at our sustainable cat care store.

Visit thatcatlady.com.au and select the Shop tab.

Why "sustainable cat care"? Sign up to our newsletter to follow our blog series as we discuss this and much more.
All details on That Cat Lady's website! 🐾 🐾

18/05/2022

Check out the latest video in our That Cat Classroom education series on That Cat Lady's Youtube channel!

Today we chat to cat foster carer Laura. We learn all about what it's like to give cats and kittens a temporary home while they wait for their forever homes.
If you've ever wondered if you'd like to foster, then Laura has the answers to all your questions!

Link to YouTube in Comments below.

Don't forget to subscribe to our Youtube channel - help us get to 100 subscribers so we can officially change our name to That Cat Lady Youtube!
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08/05/2022

Kitty litter: To flush or not to flush?

As cat sitters, we come across a lot of different systems of litter disposal, and we couldn’t help but wonder;
What are the most eco-friendly litters?
What’s the best system for disposal?
And is it really ok to flush cat poo down the loo?
So, we did some research, and here’s what we found out…
Read our latest blog post at That Cat Lady's website. Link in Comments below.
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03/03/2022

Introducing a brand new addition to our online sustainable cat care store, these super cute AniPal Co. cat collars, harnesses and leads are available now at That Cat Lady's website! (link in bio)

They're made from 100% RECYCLED OCEAN PLASTIC and are designed by Australian vet Stephanie Stubbe who, like us, was looking for sustainable alternatives to current pet products.

We're proud to be suppliers of these 100% eco-friendly cat collars, harnesses and leads. 🐾🐾

24/01/2022

It's been a busy summer! These are just some of our recent kitty clients. As you can see, we are the lucky ones who get to spend time with these gorgeous cats. Get in touch if you need a cat-sitter for your next holiday! 🐈 🐈

07/12/2021

Did you know? It’s tick season for cats!

This is Henry, a beautiful boy from Sydney's inner west who recently spent a few days in vet care after suffering tick paralysis. Take care of your kitty cat by running your fingers through its fur once a day, including around the head, mouth, paws and under the legs.

Ticks feel like small round bumps on the surface of the skin.

Make sure your tick treatments are up to date and if you're not sure, have a chat with your vet.

If a cat is suffering from tick paralysis you'll notice symptoms such as:
🐈 vomiting
🐈 lethargy
🐈 lack of appetite
🐈 laboured or fast breathing
🐈 inability to move

Call your vet if you notice any of these symptoms. We are happy to report that Henry is back home and doing well following his treatment!
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19/11/2021

This made us laugh 😂

21/10/2021

Our friends at PetNurture are hosting online Kitten Kindergarten classes starting next week, perfect for kittens aged 8-20 weeks. If you'd like to sign up, head over to their page.
And, coming up very soon in our series of interviews with cat experts, we'll be chatting with Pet Nurture's Melina Grin all about cat behaviour. If there are any issues you'd like covered, please let us know in the comments below!
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11/10/2021

If you’re in the Summer Hill area, please keep an eye out for these two beautiful cats, Mum & Rusty.
They are two of our beloved clients and have gone missing following a house move.

https://www.facebook.com/RSPCAPetReunite/photos/a.331567023713907/1700376303499632/

https://www.facebook.com/RSPCAPetReunite/photos/a.331567023713907/1700396266830969/

Thanks!

28/09/2021

One of our clients recently asked us for a solution to stop her cat scratching the sofa. Should she ask her vet to trim her claws? Should she get a scratching pole? Get a new sofa and hope for the best?

It's a common problem for cat owners, and these are all good options but all cats are different (bless 'em).

That Cat Lady sells this eco-friendly scratcher on our website, which gives your cat something enjoyable to scratch on instead of your sofa. It's one possible solution and has been a big hit with our clients.

Watch the video to see our cute kitty client Harley enjoying her new Kong Naturals Cat Scratcher.

Here are some more product suggestions that we found around the web may help deter your cats from tearing up the furniture:

🐾 Amerteer Pet Couch Protector Guards flexible, clear vinyl adhesive furniture guards, available at Fish Pond.

🐾 Nature's Miracle Scratching Deterrent Spray for furniture, carpet and curtains, available at Pet Barn.

🐾 Feliscratch by Feliway encourages your cat to scratch on its post instead of your sofa, available at Pet Shop Direct.

Has anyone tried any of these options, and did they work? Tell us in the comments below!

24/08/2021

Can you help rescue the rescues?

As the situation unfolds in Afghanistan, That Cat Lady has heard of a couple of great organisations on the ground saving displaced animals as scores of frightened people are forced to flee their homes. They are also desperately raising funds to get their staff, their families, and animals to safety.

The amazing Kabul Small Animal Rescue is open and ready to help animals that cross their path. KSAR's American founder Charlotte Maxwell-Jones, who describes it as the first women-founded clinic of its kind in Afghanistan, has started a Go Fund Me page here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/kitty-evacuation-from-afghanistan

Nowzad is also a fantastic organisation saving animals left behind in Afghanistan right now, including stray and abandoned cats and dogs, donkeys and horses. Donate to help get Nowzad's vet care team, dependents and animals on the rescue list to the UK. Operation Ark donation details here: www.nowzad.com

Both Charlotte Maxwell-Jones and Nowzad founder Royal Marine Sergeant 'Pen' Farthing, both Westerners, have visas to leave Afghanistan, however they have pledged to stay until their staff, families and animals can leave safely with them.

Send a few dollars their way to help these brave animal rescuers!

(All images courtesy Nowzad and KSAR.)

05/08/2021

Have you ever considered adopting a cat who has lived their life in a research facility? We hadn’t either ... until now!

We'd like to introduce you to a cat rescue organisation with a difference. In our latest interview on That Cat Lady's YouTube channel, we chat to Paula Wallace, founder of the award-winning Liberty Foundation about her innovative work rehoming animals from research facilities.

These lovable cats are often super friendly and affectionate. And, as Paula says, they have a sweet gratitude for their newfound freedom.

🐾 You can watch our interview with Paula here - https://youtu.be/Tva7vm4ooIw.see

🐾 You can see some of the Liberty Foundation's recently rescued cats here - https://youtu.be/imJ2tlNZKqY

And don't forget to give your feline friends an extra special cuddle this Sunday to celebrate International Cat Day! Created in 2002 by the International Fund for Animal Welfare, it's a day to raise awareness for cats and learn about ways to help and protect them.

08/07/2021

Head over to That Cat Classroom on our website to read the latest blog post, 'We spoke to the cat rescue experts. Here’s what we learned...'

Link here: https://bit.ly/3dVJa21

Following our recent interviews with Lucy Hay from Maggie's Rescue and Kerin Welford from Sydney Street Cats, we give you the rundown on what we learned about their approach to cat rescue, how they operate, the ways they help cats in need and what we can all do to help.

You'll find some handy tips for common questions such as, ‘What should I do if I find a stray cat?’ and, ‘What if I can no longer look after my cat?’
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29/06/2021

Sending all our friends and felines love during the Sydney lockdown. We look forward to taking care of our wonderful clients as soon as possible, and can’t wait to enjoy cat snuggles again!
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01/06/2021

Check out the latest video in our That Cat Classroom education series, just launched on Youtube!
Today we chat to Lucy Hay from cat rescue organisation Maggie's Rescue. We learn about Maggie's foster-to-adopt model, finding homes for community and surrendered cats. You will also spy a couple of super cute kittens who are now ready for adoption! Link here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q2DRAlGUYz4&list=PLjPd6bOu6PDqb7BxrSzPvezFUmji-XNdW

Also in exciting news, this Friday night Maggie's Rescue is hosting a fundraising evening of villainous fun and 'fashun' with a screening of Disney's new Cruella movie at Palace Cinemas in Leichardt!
If you can't make it, you can still buy raffle tickets to win fantastic prizes on the night. Use your NSW Discover vouchers to buy tix and raffle tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/maggie-s-rescue-presents-disney-s-cruella

Don't forget to subscribe to our Youtube channel - help us get to 100 subscribers so we can officially change our name to That Cat Lady Youtube!

Marrickville's very own Maggie's Rescue is another of our fave rescue organisations. Here we meet Operations Manager, Lucy Hay, and learn more about her and ...

27/04/2021

We're delighted to announce our new That Cat Lady Youtube channel, kicking off with the launch of our new education series That Cat Classroom! 👩‍🎓 🐾

The first in our Rescue series, we meet Kerin Welford, President of local charity Sydney Street Cats, and learn about her pioneering work in managing Sydney's community cat colonies.

Please have a look and subscribe to our Youtube channel - help us get to 100 subscribers! 🙏
Link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHk3zzc1Eb5zzo5aUPHN26g/playlists