Kitty Cat Habitat

09/17/2024

Please help CatNap Society Nanaimo's non profit cat rescue group with over 25 years of service within our community!

We are at capacity. This year we have taken in over 400 cats and kittens needing help in the Nanaimo - Ladysmith area. Homeless, stray and sick cats needing help is a very real problem right here in our own backyard

CatNap Society is a 100% volunteer run organization. Our volunteers and resources are stretched to capacity. We need your help to find Foster Homes, Adopters and Donations to continue our vital work helping vulnerable cats/kittens in Nanaimo and Ladysmith.

We have almost 200 cats and kittens currently in care - our foster homes are at capacity with many opening up an extra room to help out but the requests for help keep coming.

But we need help from the community - here are some of the ways you can help:

1. FOSTER - we are looking for foster homes for kittens and cats. Do you have a spare room or bathroom that you could use as a designated fostering space? A little time, patience and love to share? Complete the online volunteer form to get started (https://www.catnapsociety.com/volunteer)
2. ADOPT - adopting a rescued cat or kitten means that another one from our community can be helped. Links to uur adoptable cats are pinned to the top of our FB page. Cats and kittens are posted as they are socially and medically ready.
3. DONATE - monetary donations can be made via this post or via CanadaHelps (https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/82161). All donations go directly towards the needs (medical, food, litter and other supplies) of the locally rescued cats. Tax receipts issued directly by donation platform.
4. MONTHLY DONOR - become a monthly supporter through Canada Helps (https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/82161) - monthly donations gives CatNap a regular stream of funds to help pay for medical bills etc for the cats.
5. DONATE REFUNDABLES - our next bottle drive is scheduled for January 18, 2025. We will take refundables any time. Email [email protected] or message us on FB or IG
6. BUSINESS DONATIONS - we are looking for donations from businesses for our annual online auction coming up in November. Email [email protected]
7. LIKE & SHARE - please like and share this post to help spread the word. Many people don't realize the number of cats needing help right here in Nanaimo-Ladysmith

Thank you for your ongoing support, without it we wouldn't be able to help the cats and kittens

09/15/2024

09/15/2024

Introducing Kitty Cat Catnip, 100% organic & locally grown on Vancouver Island! This is an ultra potent, limited edition, while supplies last!

Available exclusively at the public events we attend on Vancouver Island. Follow us on FaceBook & Instagram to find out where we will pop up next!

09/13/2024

I've had this piece of driftwood for well over a decade and decided to re-purpose it into a business card holder!

It's still a work in progress, i'm experimenting with different options, possibly an oil or a stain after some more sanding & polishing.

Cat approved, of course! 😻🐾

Comment below and let me know your thoughts. I will have it on display at the Cowichan Exhibition this weekend, so come say hi! 🙏

09/05/2024

Let's talk circular economy.

The circular economy is like nature's recycling system, where nothing goes to waste. Imagine a world where everything we use can be reused, recycled, or returned to the earth. That's the circular economy in action!

Wool fits perfectly into this eco-friendly cycle. Unlike synthetic materials that can hang around in landfills for centuries, wool is 100% biodegradable. When its job is done, it simply returns to the soil, feeding nutrients back into the earth.

By choosing wool, you're not just getting a beautiful, cosy, and durable product – you're also helping to reduce waste and pollution in order to create a healthier ecosystem.

So next time you're shopping, think circular and choose wool. It's a small choice that makes a big difference for our planet's future.

08/31/2024

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Did you know that the lack of pet-inclusive housing is a leading cause of animals being surrendered to shelters across the country?

It's time to address this issue head-on. Pet-inclusive housing reduces stress and loneliness for tenants, lowers turnover rates for landlords, and enhances social connections in communities.

Use your voice to create a more inclusive and compassionate housing system in Canada! Humane Canada has partnered with MP Nathaniel Erskine-Smith and our members nationwide to ensure renters with pets are included in a national Renters' Bill of Rights.

Sign the petition: https://www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Sign/e-5046

08/31/2024

Are you disabled?
There are many discounts and supports available in Nanaimo for people living on PWD (Provincial Disability) and CPPD.

For more information:
https://pananaimo.ca/disability/

08/31/2024

Welcome to our weekly post sharing about upcoming low-cost/free events and currently available resources!
Feel free to add more in the comments below :)

For more local resources, check out our website at www.pananaimo.ca

Teen Clothing Swap
🟡BGC Central Vancouver Island
Aug 30 2pm to 6pm Beban House at Beban Park
Free entry, ages 10 to 19. Not necessary to bring clothes to swap to attend.

Nanaimo Family Fun Day
🟡Presented by Rotary North
Sun Sept 1st 11am to 5pm Maffeo Sutton Park
Free family fun & live entertainment
Inflatables, climbing wall, booths, vendors

Old City Quarter Sounds of Summer Concert Series
Every Friday from noon to 1pm. Free.
🟡August Concerts at The Station, 321 Selby St.
🟡September Concerts at Heritage Mews, 321 Wesley St. Last concert Sept 13th.

Nanaimo Science
🟡Environmental Protection education at Cedar Day on Sept 14, 11am to 2pm at Wheatsheaf Sports Complex. FREE
🟡Science in the Park at Moorecroft Regional Park on Sept 21, 11am to 2pm. Learn about Seaw**d! Parent participation required. FREE
🟡World Rivers day at Bowen Park on Sept 22, 11am to 2pm by the lower picnic shelter. Learn about Salmon! FREE.
🟡Friday Night Social at Country Club Centre on Sept 27 from 4pm to 8pm. Hands on Science activities and crafts! FREE.

Home Depot Nanaimo
🟡Kids free workshops 8:30am to 10am
Sept 14 Field Goal Game
Oct 12 Fire rescue truck
Nov 9 Pumpkin Tic Tac Toe
Nov 30 Cocoa Ornament
Register here: https://www.homedepot.ca/en/home/ideas-how-to/workshops.html

Volunteer Nanaimo
🟡Tax program: Free appointments once a month for low-income people.
Call 250-758-7121 to book.

St. Paul's Anglican Church
🟡Food Card Ministry
Tues Sept 19 starting at 9am. $15 Grocery gift cards given away to the first 30 people at the church office.

VI Regional Library Nanaimo Harbourfront
🟡One-on-one Wednesdays Commons
Every Wed 2:15pm to 3:30pm
Book an appt with staff for an intro course in 3D Printing, cricut design, or microfilm searching. To book email [email protected]
🟡18+ Tabletop Game Night
Every Thursday 6pm to 7:45pm
Choose from over 100 titles to play.
🟡Babytime
Every Wed at 10:30am. Songs, stories and rhymes for babies 0 to 24 months and caregivers.
🟡Lego Free Play
Every Saturday 2pm to 4pm. Ages 5 to 12.

Helping Paws Nanaimo Community Animal Clinic
🟡Upcoming clinic dates at 12:30pm:
Sept 19, October 24, November 21
Free exams, vaccines and parasite control for pets.
Come early to line up!

Risebridge
🟡Drop-in Day Space and Resource Access
Low barrier resource access for those in need of community connection , support or indoor safe space. Free clothing closet.
Tues and Thurs 8:30am to 12:30pm

Haven Society
🟡Drop in program Tues to Thurs 1pm to 3pm supporting women who have experienced abuse to access resources, make a plan, identify supports.

Salvation Army Church Nanaimo
🟡Shares FREE pet food Mon to Thurs between 9am and 1pm at 505 8th St.
🟡FREE Monthly tax clinics Tuesdays 9AM TO 1PM
September 17, October 15, November 19
By appointment only. Call Marie 250 753 8834 ext 409.
No self-employment. Low-income simple tax returns only (Under $35,000 for an individual).

Nanaimo Foodshare Society
🟡FREE Monday Lunch together on September 9 at St Paul's Anglican Church.
🟡Also, check out the Good Food Box program where you can access fresh fruit and veg affordably! More info: https://nanaimofoodshare.ca/programs/good-food-box-gfb/

08/30/2024

Wool is even used as insulation inside homes, office buildings & DIY camper vans!

Combine that with some h**pcrete, you could have a 'carbon-minimal' building like the University of British Columbia!

https://news.ubc.ca/2023/04/one-of-the-first-carbon-minimal-institutional-buildings-in-canada/

Your wool couch is a carbon warrior.

Yeah yeah, we hear you say. We can almost hear the eye rolls.

But honestly, the wool fibre is it's very own climate change activist. Fighting carbon one fibre at a time!

Here's how:

🐑 Sheep munch on grass, which absorbs CO2 from the air
🐑 This carbon becomes part of the wool as it grows (amazingly, up to 50% of wool's weight is pure carbon!)
🐑 At the end of its long life, when wool biodegrades, it slowly releases this carbon back into the soil
🐑 Plants then use this carbon to grow, continuing the cycle

By choosing wool, you're not just choosing products that are comfortable, beautiful, long-lasting, warm (and cool), and generally just awesome - you're also purchasing a piece of the carbon cycle itself!

Yet another reason why if you want to live naturally - choose wool.

📸 : Kovacs Design Furniture Bronx Lounge

08/29/2024

Check out Humane Canada's Pet Food Bank Map for those in need! ❤️🐾

Humane Canada has launched the National Pet Food Bank map, a first of its kind interactive resource that guides service users to food assistance programs nationwide. The map helps locate organizations in your area, such as the Oromocto and Area SPCA, and provide information on how you can access their services.

Learn more and explore the map here: https://humanecanada.ca/en/your-humane-canada/programs-and-projects/national-pet-food-bank-map

Share this post to help us spread the news and keep families together. ❤️

08/26/2024

This is absolutely brilliant! 👏🌿🌱

08/21/2024

And voila! The wool pellets have absorbed the excess water overnight, expanded and are already releasing vital micronutrients like nitrogen & potassium, back into the soil.

I use banana water periodically to enrich the soil with potassium & other micronutrients. In order to help release the most nutrients, I cut the banana peel into small pieces, and leave for a couple of days to soak in water.

Although the nutrients released from the banana into water are minimal, I use it in conjunction with organic soil, to help balance the bioavailability of nutrients for the plants.

After I use the banana water, I integrate the banana peels in my compost in order to minimize waste and continue the plant’s lifecycle.

Grow baby grow!

Ps. Don’t try this indoors though, smells like a sh*t house door off a tuna boat!

08/21/2024

Did you know wool can be used in your garden?!

Wool is an incredible renewable, biodegradable, hygroscopic, hypoallergenic natural fibre. It can also provide many benefits for our soils and plants.

Wool pellets are 100% raw unwashed sheeps wool. They may also contain trace amounts of sheep manure and vegetable matter like straw, hay and other grasses.

They are made using a pellet machine, otherwise referred to as a ‘pelletizer’.
This machine uses heat and mechanical force to shred & compress the wool into a pelletized form. The heat used during this process also destroys any seeds that may be present in the wool.

Wool pellets hold 3 times their weight in water to reduce how frequently you need to water your plants and keep your soil from drying out in the hot summer months.

Lanolin is the naturally occurring oil found in sheep’s wool, which helps retain water inside the pellets, until the plant is ready to use it.

Wool pellets slowly release nitrogen, potassium, and other micronutrients for plant growth and health. They start releasing nutrients right away and continue to do so as they biodegrade over the course of 6 months.

The use of wool pellets or raw sheep’s wool, act as a natural slug repellent & w**d suppressant.

Tune in tomorrow to see how the pellets work after tonight’s storm, and find out why I’m choosing to reduce and control the absorption of water during a rainy week!

08/14/2024

Check out Kitty Cat Habitat at the Commercial Street Night Market August 15 from 5pm-9pm! Hosted by Greater Nanaimo Chamber of Commerce.

😎 FREE admission
🎨 LOCAL ARTISTS & VENDORS
🪇 LIVE MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT
🌮 FOOD TRUCKS and so much more!

Accepting CASH OR CARD donations on site for CatNap Society, Nanaimo’s NON PROFIT cat rescue group with 25 years of service.

Watch out for our birdhouse style donation box, beautifully hand painted by Naomi from Naomi’s Painted Emporium.

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08/14/2024

What does this mean to me?

It means rolling up my sleeves & getting to work.

It means caring enough about a stranger I’ve never met, going above and beyond to help, using the gifts I have been given.

The gifts that could better the life of another human being or an entire species of animals.

Don’t have the money? Then spend the time & share your gifts. That’s something we all can give.

There’s 24 hours a day, how will you spend it?

It’s time to step up.

Join us in creating a better world for cats & humans.

This is our world & together, we WILL make a difference.

Sincerely,

Sean
Owner
Kitty Cat Habitat

“Creating A Better World For Cats & Humans.”

08/11/2024

We are proud to announce a preview of our second charitable campaign, to raise funds & awareness for prostate & pancreatic cancer.

‘Existence From Within’, a poem written by Sean, the owner of Kitty Cat Habitat, with photo taken of Chief Executive Cat, Patrick ‘Patty Cakes’.

The poem will be available in multiple formats, both digital & physical. This particular one on display is made of canvas, hand stretched onto sustainable material.

This poem is a symbol of hope and a comfort to survivors of cancer and the loved ones we have lost, who will forever live on in our hearts.

The poem will be for sale in the near future, with 100% of proceeds donated to the Canadian Cancer Society.

It will be a part of another custom designed product, made from sustainable materials in the theme of prostate & pancreatic cancers respectively.

Follow us along this journey, as we continue to support those who need it the most.

Together, we WILL make a difference.

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08/10/2024

We are excited to announce the unveiling of 2 very important fundraiser campaigns, shared in 2 separate posts!

The first campaign is for CatNap Society, Nanaimo’s NON PROFIT cat rescue group with 25 years of service in the community.

For our unwavering support of Nanaimo’s NON PROFIT cat rescue organization, we made a bird feeder style donation box, which will be at all events we attend.

Designed by Kitty Cat Habitat & hand painted by the incredibly talented Naomi from , another Kitty Cat Community Collaboration!

As always, 100% of proceeds are donated directly to CatNap.

Check out the handmade, cat themed tote bags Kitty Cat Habitat designed with CatNap’s ‘Paws & Reflect’ graphic, also available at all our events, with 100% of proceeds going direct to CatNap Society.

Together, we WILL make a difference.

08/08/2024

Happy International Cat Day to all the cat parents out there! Meow meow meow! 😻 🐾🐾🐾🐈🐈‍⬛❤️

Please remember to and support your local NON PROFIT cat rescue organization by fostering, adopting, volunteering or donating!

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06/18/2024

Kitty Cat Habitat will be attending the Commercial Street Night Market THIS THURSDAY, June 20, 5-9pm.

Find us at booth #230 close to the stage and food trucks, see map attached for reference.

OUR FUTURE SCHEDULED DATES
June 20
July 4
August 15

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I’m Sean, the owner of Kitty Cat Habitat, an online pet store, specializing in cat products made from sustainable materials, located in Nanaimo, BC, Canada.

We offer cat beds, toys and scratchers that will keep your cats engaged, entertained and comfortable!

Ever notice your cat hides under the dusty couch, bed or closet? We have the solution!

Want to learn more and discover why cats are naturally attracted to beds and toys made from natural fibres like wool? Reply with your comments below 👇 or send a DM or email, would love to hear from you!

Currently on Etsy with Canada wide shipping, and webstore coming soon. If you’re in Nanaimo or area on Vancouver Island, check out our Summer Market Guide for pop up locations where you can see and buy our products in person.

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Sincerely,

Sean
Owner
Kitty Cat Habitat

“Creating A Better World For Cats & Humans”

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06/10/2024

ETSY STORE: https:/kittycathabitat.etsy.com

Kitty Cat Habitat will be at the Picnic In The Plaza, a FREE EVENT on June 23 & August 25, with The Mom Market Vancouver Island!

Come check us out for all things natural, including these 100% Merino wool mice and Tie Dye to balls, which cats LOVE to bat around and chase after! Handmade in Nepal and sure to keep your cats ENTERTAINED and EXERCISED, without the worry of plastic or other hazards!

We've also got ceramic & stainless steel slow feeders for cats AND DOGS, wool cat caves, sisal rope scratcher mats, the ever popular 'Pawzle Box' AND MORE!

Honest prices, TAX FREE and 10% off for Military Veterans, First Responders, Animal Rescue Groups & Veterinary Hospital Staff!

WHEN: June 23 & August 25, 3pm - 9pm
WHERE: Diana Krall Plaza, 51 Gordon Street, Nanaimo

ETSY STORE: https:/kittycathabitat.etsy.com



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06/06/2024

Earlier today in Normandy, 47 Commando Royal Marines made their way to the beach from a landing craft to begin a ‘yomp’ across the fields to their commemorative event in Port-en-Bassin to pay tribute to their forebears.

06/04/2024

What if I told you there was a way for your clothing to last forever, and it has nothing to do with a warranty?

What if I told you, the same could be true for your cat or dog bed, including their toys?

Would you believe me if I told you… this isn’t a fantasy, as it’s already true?

I present to you, ‘The Lifecycle of Natural Fibres - Infinite Sustainability’ an original concept and design by Kitty Cat Habitat. From top to bottom, left to right in a clockwise rotation, you can see how the use of plant and animal fibres work with nature, not against it.

From upcycling, recycling, composting or quilting, natural fibres like cotton, wool, h**p, or linen grow with purpose to ‘infinitely’ serve us, our animals, the ocean and forrest, but only if we let them.

Nature giveth but nature taketh away. It’s time to give more than we receive, and support what gives, yet gets nothing in return. As consumers and business owners, we hold the power to make a difference. Our choices and ‘demand’ as consumers influence the availability and ultimately the affordability of sustainable fibres.

Did you know, the stinging nettle plant is harvested and widely used throughout Nepal & India to produce durable and sustainable textiles? Or the milkw**d plant that supports the threatened Monarch Butterly, can ALSO be spun into fibre or used as insulation in jackets, gloves and boots? In fact, milkw**d has been used for buoyancy inside life jackets since WW2!

These aren’t just ‘fun facts’ or fanciful ideas, they are solutions and it’s up to us to support them. As a business owner who designs many of my own textile products, I have noticed an increase in collaborative partnerships within the industry worldwide. Like minded businesses join forces, share resources and find solutions. They collaborate, innovate and create sustainable threads that are better for you, your pets and the planet.

Will you help complete the cycle, so that everyone can win? You have the power, you have the choice but most importantly, you have a VOICE!

Stay tuned this week as we dive a little deeper, and explore the benefits of natural, sustainable fibres in pet products; the benefits for you, your pets and for the planet.

With love,

Your feline friends from Kitty Cat Habitat




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06/04/2024

SAVE THE DATES and come check out Kitty Cat Habitat at the Commercial Street Night Market in downtown Nanaimo!

Commercial Street Night Market | 5pm - 9pm
June 20
July 4
August 15

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06/03/2024

2024 SUMMER MARKET GUIDE

SAVE THE DATES and come check out Kitty Cat Habitat at the hottest local events this summer in Nanaimo!

June 20 - Commercial Street Night Market | 5pm - 9pm

June 23 - Picnic In The Plaza | 3pm - 9pm
59 Wharf Street, Nanaimo

July 4 - Commercial Street Night Market | 5pm - 9pm

August 15 - Commercial Street Night Market | 5pm - 9pm

August 25 - Picnic In The Plaza | 3pm - 9pm
59 Wharf Street, Nanaimo

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06/02/2024

Thanks to all who came out to the Coombs Pet Expo on Saturday in support of the Arrowsmith Agricultural Association, 4-H BC and of course, local small business vendors!

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CatNap Society will be having a garage sale next Saturday on June 8 from 9am - 2pm, where you can support locally rescued cats & kittens, by purchasing clothing, housewares, tools, crafts, baked goods AND MORE!

For more details, check out their event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/be5V2X8ZCq73qw34/

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When you shop local, you invest in your local economy, not some big conglomerate executives, who don’t even live in our country, nor do they care about what you want as a consumer.

Speaking of which, small businesses are more motivated to sell what you want to buy, therefore your voice is heard and your feedback matters!

Local markets are an opportunity to connect with artisans who take pride in the quality of their craft, many of which keep the tradition of handmade goods alive, which would otherwise be lost altogether or overshadowed by ‘fast fashion’ from mass production and unethical business practices.

Each craft has a unique story to tell, and often represents a family tradition, culture or heritage. That in itself is priceless and not something you will ever find on a dusty, coffee stained shelf.

Without the constraints of a board and shareholders, local vendors have the creative liberty to produce goods which support a positive (and meaningful) social and environmental impact, without just writing a blank cheque. They can produce fresh products with clean, simple and non-toxic ingredients, without the use of harmful substances, that would otherwise be required for mass production in retail chains.

Whether it be dog treats, soaps, vegetables or desserts, there are LOTS of options to choose from, with locally sourced, FRESH ingredients! Looking for up-cycled clothing and accessories? You’ll find that as well!

Search online for local markets and events or contact your local Chamber of Commerce or Tourism Centre to learn more about what’s going on in your community and where you can find and source from local talent. Enjoy some fresh air, try something new and take a break from mass production and overconsumption.

Like, love, follow and SHARE and shop local!

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