Biscuits & Purrs Cat Rescue

Biscuits & Purrs Cat Rescue We’re a registered charity based in Ottawa, Ontario, on a mission to find loving forever homes for every feline friend in need. We appreciate your support.

Our team of dedicated volunteers boast a combined experience of over 100 years in cat rescue work.

Did you know that “Chico” actually means small boy in Spanish?  It turns out our Chico, is a small boy, with a s***ky pe...
01/16/2025

Did you know that “Chico” actually means small boy in Spanish? It turns out our Chico, is a small boy, with a s***ky personality and a large spirit. Take everything you’ve ever imagined about an Orange Tabby cat and you have Chico.
Chico is adorably sweet, incredibly affectionate and breathtakingly handsome. This cool cat is easy-going, intelligent, playful, curious, cuddly and he ADORES the company of other cats. Chico’s litter box habits are 10/10 and he knows his way around the kitchen….well every room of the house actually. He would fit in at any fun-loving, cat-ready home and he will especially need a furry friend to spend time with.
Does anyone know the spanish word for “perfect”? Turns out, that is another word that won’t be lost in translation for sweet Chico.

🚗👉you can find Chico at PetSmart 3161 Greenbank Rd, Ottawa (Barrhaven). He is ready-for-adoption and he has been neutered, vaccinated and microchipped.

In any language, we encourage to speedily submit an application for Chico https://www.biscuitsandpurrscr.com/ready-to-adopt

🐾 PLEASE  MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR ANOTHER ADOPTION EVENT 🐾📅 This Saturday, January 18 from 11AM to 03PM📍 AT PetSmart, 31...
01/15/2025

🐾 PLEASE MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR ANOTHER ADOPTION EVENT 🐾

📅 This Saturday, January 18 from 11AM to 03PM
📍 AT PetSmart, 3161 Greenbank Rd., Barrhaven (Ottawa)

Several cats and kittens will already arrive before the event, check out our website and page to see who is already at the store.
Coming to the event? Bring a pet carrier if you're ready to welcome a new furry friend into your life.

In the meantime, browse our adoptable felines at www.biscuitsandpurrscr.com. If a kitty steals your heart, feel free to pre-apply for adoption before the big day by clicking on the link below:
https://www.biscuitsandpurrscr.com/ready-to-adopt
🥰😍🐱
We can't wait to see you there—it’s going to be a meow-tastic day! 🐾

*******************TIP FOR CAT-LOVERS****************Understanding Your Cat’s Behavior and the Need for Scratching Posts...
01/15/2025

*******************TIP FOR CAT-LOVERS****************

Understanding Your Cat’s Behavior and the Need for Scratching Posts

Scratching is a natural and essential behavior for cats, helping them:

Sharpen their claws by removing old layers.

Mark their territory with visual and scent markers, making them feel secure.
Relieve stress through stretching and muscle engagement.

Providing a sturdy scratching post or pad prevents your furniture from becoming their target. Opt for a post tall enough for a full stretch and experiment with materials like sisal, carpet, or cardboard to match your cat's preferences.

Pro Tip: Place the post near your cat’s favorite nap spot or next to furniture they tend to scratch. Reward them with treats or praise when they use it—positive reinforcement is key!

This simple addition ensures a happier, healthier home for you and your feline friend. 🐾

Do you love helping cats, and want to get involved in any way you can? We are looking for local partners to become part ...
01/15/2025

Do you love helping cats, and want to get involved in any way you can? We are looking for local partners to become part of our rescue community and help us accomplish our goal of rescuing cats and finding them caring and loving homes. 🎉😻

What does a partnership with Biscuits and Purrs Cat Rescue look like?
We are looking to partner with organizations to help us with a number of different initiatives including fundraising, awareness campaigns, donations, spreading the word about our rescue, and more.

Here are just some ways you can help as a Biscuits and Purrs partner:

➡️ Host a fundraising event. We are always looking for new venues to host events so we can expand our reach, so hosting a fundraising event at your location is an amazing way to help.

➡️ Provide products to our hard-working volunteers, such as gas cards, coffee and food.

➡️ Create custom items for our rescue such as t-shirts and aprons.

We’re open to what you can offer, and so excited to get to know you!

At Biscuits and Purrs, it’s our mission to find a loving home for every feline friend in need in the Ottawa area. By partnering with our rescue, you can be 100% sure your efforts are making a difference. Our volunteers are incredibly dedicated to rescuing and caring for cats of all ages and from all situations.

By collaborating with us, your organization will enjoy better visibility through social media and other forms of our outreach, and we would work closely with you to foster a really special relationship.

💌 Interested? Please send an email to [email protected] with your name, your organization’s name, and “Partnership” in the subject line.
We can’t wait to hear from you!

Bella: Your Emerald-Eyed Bestie 💚🐾Meet Bella, a stunning grey tabby girl with big, loving emerald eyes and an even bigge...
01/15/2025

Bella: Your Emerald-Eyed Bestie 💚🐾

Meet Bella, a stunning grey tabby girl with big, loving emerald eyes and an even bigger heart. After being an incredible mama to her six kittens, Bella is ready to hang up her motherhood hat and be the queen of her very own castle. 😻

This calm and quiet lady thrives in a home where she can be the only pet, soaking up all the love and attention from her favorite human. She’s a wonderful companion who loves to lounge around, keep you company, and share her thoughts—she’s quite the little chatterbox and will fill your home with sweet kitty conversations. 😽💚

While Bella’s nature is calm, she has a fun, s***ky side! She loves a good round of zoomies and will happily play fetch with her mouse toys. When she’s done showing off her playful streak, she retreats to her favorite spot on the cat tree to relax and recharge.

Bella may be a bit shy at first, but she’s just waiting for the perfect family to give her heart to. Could your home be the one where Bella’s love story truly begins? 💓🐾

Should you be interested in adopting Bella then please fill out the adoption application (link below) and the foster mom will be happy to contact you. (Home-visit in Stittsville possible to meet Bella).

https://www.biscuitsandpurrscr.com/ready-to-adopt

Bella's adoption fee is $250 and she has been spayed, micro-chipped and is up-to-date with her vaccines

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🥳🎉🎊Another seven lucky kitties have found their forever homes in the last 48 hours.   Congratulations to Mickey & Cupid,...
01/14/2025

🥳🎉🎊Another seven lucky kitties have found their forever homes in the last 48 hours.

Congratulations to Mickey & Cupid, Copper & Toddy, Tortoise, Tabatha and Pousse-Pousse!

We wish you a wonderful happy life and we thank these adopters for helping us to rescue and re-home these precious lives.

🌟⭐️✨A special word of thanks to our foster homes who have cared for these kitties. You lovingly accepted them in to your homes and cared for them until their forever loving families could find them. Tortoise, for instance, was thrown outside by her previous owners (through no fault of her own) and has been lovingly fostered by Joyce for over four months. Tortoise is a senior cat and it can take time to find an adopter for an older kitty. Thank you for fostering. 🙏 💕

If you’d like to be a part of the Biscuits and Purrs Cat Rescue team, please visit our website at biscuitsandpurrscr.com

We are always looking for fosters, adopters, volunteers, drivers and donors.

Socks 🧦 the little fluffball that has grown into quite the adventurer 🗺️ This little kitten loves being on top of her ca...
01/14/2025

Socks 🧦 the little fluffball that has grown into quite the adventurer 🗺️ This little kitten loves being on top of her cat tree and finding some cozy and crazy spots 🤪 She never passes up on those belly rubs and a lovely brushing to keep her beautiful!

Socks gets along well with other cats and seems unfazed by gentle dogs 🐶

Bells 🔔 the adorable girl with a purr that matches her name (it’s a loud one ❤️) Bells will look for the closest lap to curl up and sleep on 😻 She sure loves those cuddles and belly rubs!

Bells is a clean girl who loves to be brushed and does not mind her claws getting clipped 💅 Her favourite toy is definitely her laser pointer, but will never pass up a good box to play with 📦

These sweet girls are ready to be adopted as they are both spayed, microchipped and up to date on all their vaccines 😻

To see their full bios, visit them on our website here ⬇️

Socks🧦https://www.biscuitsandpurrscr.com/adoptable-kittens?pgid=lyjrvqpw-f9431d50-82f0-42a0-80c5-d4fff27deb91

Bells🔔 https://www.biscuitsandpurrscr.com/adoptable-kittens?pgid=lyjrvqpw-acbc6b72-2ae6-4170-861a-c3325ffca7cf

Cat feeding is not a topic we think too much about.  After all, isn’t it just a matter of filling a kibble bowl and topp...
01/14/2025

Cat feeding is not a topic we think too much about. After all, isn’t it just a matter of filling a kibble bowl and topping up the water?

A cat’s feeding station is an essential part of a cat’s good health. Stainless steel or glass bowls are much easier to sanitize and are preferred over plastic. Bowls should be washed regularly and the dishwasher is a great option. If washing by hand, always be sure to thoroughly rinse off dish soap residue.

Cats aren’t always the greatest water drinkers so to encourage hydration, make sure to refresh water bowls on a daily basis. Some cats enjoy plug-in cat water fountains while others like access to water bowls in convenient places. It’s a good idea to offer a variety of options. Just like in humans, proper hydration is essential for good health.

Never place food bowls next to a cat’s litter box area. 💩. None of us would want breakfast served to us in our bathroom area. 🥹🤢. It can lead to issues as cats try to avoid littering near their food.

As for the food itself, always feed your kitty the highest quality food that fits within your budget. Good nutrition can help to prevent or delay illness. If you’re not already doing so, consider adding wet/canned food to your cat’s diet regimen. Wet food offers less calorie, per ounce, than kibble and adds much needed hydration.

* If your cat is over/under weight or has health issues be sure to check with your vet before making dietary changes.

It’s a good idea to provide kitten food for the first year of your cat’s life as it has a higher concentration of fat and calories for growing kitties.

Remember that cat’s are carnivores. Unlike dogs who can tolerate some carbohydrates in their diet, cats primarily need a meat diet for their metabolic health.

Speak to your veterinarian about the benefits of adding probiotics or supplements to your cat’s diet.

With so many of us making healthier choices as part of our new year resolutions, please also consider your cat’s dietary habits to give it the best care for 2025!

We’re exactly a month away from Valentine’s Day, and we’re going to get the sweetness and romance started early. 💘Here i...
01/14/2025

We’re exactly a month away from Valentine’s Day, and we’re going to get the sweetness and romance started early. 💘
Here is a love story for the ages that happened right here at Biscuits and Purrs! It’s Beignet and Grace, and they’re looking for their special forever home together. 😻😻

If you’ve been following us for a while, you know Beignet and Grace are two of our cats with special needs.
Beignet (Benny) is a 7-year-old boy with a vision impairment. Although he can’t see very well, he’s still a big, gentle guy with extra strong hearing who can follow the sound of moving toys (and more importantly, the sound of food being put out at mealtime!). He can also smell well, helping him move around the room, identify his friends, and find the litter box.

Grace is a very precious, 6-month-old girl who has had her front leg amputated. When she came home from her surgery, she knew exactly who she wanted by her side as she healed and settled — Beignet of course. 🥰
Within moments, they were right next to each other, which later turned into a play wrestling match! When Beignet goes to the scratching post, Grace follows and does her best to scratch with the one paw. When Beignet plays, Grace plays. When Beignet explores, Grace is right behind. Although they are very different in age, personality, and abilities, these two have all the adoration and patience in the world for each other. 💕

It warms our hearts to see these two special kitties find comfort and love with one another. It’s now time for them to find their forever home, and by staying together, they can take care of each other and thrive as a dynamic duo.

The only thing that this love story needs is a happy ending and a special family to say ‘YES’ to adopting them both! So if you believe like we do that fairy tales can come true, head over to our website and apply to adopt Beignet and Grace!

https://www.biscuitsandpurrscr.com/ready-to-adopt

Murphy's Law: Love is Inevitable 🖤🤍Murphy is here to prove that Murphy's Law doesn’t always mean things go wrong—in his ...
01/13/2025

Murphy's Law: Love is Inevitable 🖤🤍
Murphy is here to prove that Murphy's Law doesn’t always mean things go wrong—in his case, it’s all about finding the perfect home! 💙

Rescued from the streets in March 2024 as an 8-month-old with no prior human contact, Murphy’s transformation into the sweet and curious boy he’s becoming is nothing short of incredible. While he’s not a fan of being picked up (he’ll squirm and scurry off), Murphy’s love language is clear: he’ll rub up against you, lift his tail high, and stay close by to let you know you’re his person.

Murphy is the ultimate companion for a quiet home. His needs are simple: a cozy spot to nap, plenty of dry kibble, and a little patience while he continues to blossom. He’s not a fan of rambunctious dogs but is wonderfully tolerant of calm ones. In the foster room, Murphy has earned the affectionate title Uncle Murf for his nurturing and protective nature. He welcomes newcomers, keeps peace among rowdy kittens, and thrives in the company of other confident cats, who help him come out of his shell.

As time goes on, Murphy is destined to become the kind of cat you’ll always remember—the one who changes the story and captures your heart. Could your home be the happy ending he’s waiting for? 💕

Yes?...please fill out the link adoption application by clicking on the link below

https://www.biscuitsandpurrscr.com/adoptable-cats...

🔲 Available for adoption 🔲Beautiful, sweet, calm Charm is still waiting to be adopted 🖤 She is a beautiful 9-month old t...
01/13/2025

🔲 Available for adoption 🔲

Beautiful, sweet, calm Charm is still waiting to be adopted 🖤 She is a beautiful 9-month old tuxedo and we don’t understand how she has not had an application 🙀🐾

Charm came in with her siblings and has been waiting patiently as they have all be adopted🏠

Once Charm comes out of her shell, she is ready to be your companion and best friend🤍🖤 She’s calm and cute and loves to get those pets in 😻 Charm has always gotten along with the resident foster cats and her litter habits are great 🐈🐈‍⬛ She definitely loves the morning routine of being called over to get her daily treats 🐾

Charm is a young girl, and is ready to flourish in her own forever home 🏡

Charmed is spayed, microchipped and up to date on all her vaccines 🖤🤍

🔲To see more about Charm, visit her on our website here: https://www.biscuitsandpurrscr.com/adoptable-cats?pgid=luk03hfe-eef1084a-a7bc-4701-9cdb-ea9276fd797e

🔲To fill out an adoption application, fill out an application here: https://www.biscuitsandpurrscr.com/ready-to-adopt

Kim is the fourth and final Director to be featured in our “In the Spotlight” series here at Biscuits and Purrs Cat Resc...
01/13/2025

Kim is the fourth and final Director to be featured in our “In the Spotlight” series here at Biscuits and Purrs Cat Rescue. We’ve told you about Juliana (Director, East), Yolla (Director, West) and Shelley (Director- Casselman cattery).

Kim became involved in rescue during the mid-90’s. Wanting to help cats, she quickly discovered that fostering and rescue work would lead to the greatest impact. “If you can’t keep them all, then try to help as many as possible.”

Kim says she never planned to have her own shelter but things evolved that way. Realizing that she was deeply involved in so many aspects of cat rescue made it possible to take the leap to become a Director at Biscuits and Purrs.

In the future, Kim is passionate about developing a program to enable others to help care for cats; people in challenging situations. She feels strongly that kids, veterans, so many people could benefit from a relationship with cats. Kim has a soft spot for senior cats-those with seizures, diabetes, those who are blind. The ones nobody else will take.

Her inspiration comes, in part, from her own mother’s relationship with animals and Kim knows that animals contribute to human well- being!

Kim says she is very thankful for her fellow Directors, with whom she talks, listens, shares and feels supported.
The relationship between our four Directors is truly inspirational; based on respect, caring and a common goal.

When asked about her greatest struggle, in rescue, Kim answered almost immediately “money!” She explains that limited funds means decisions are made out of necessity, not always on love or compassion. It leads to heartbreaking decisions.

Kim’s message to everyone is that cat rescue should not be viewed through the lens of its difficulties but rather through a spirit that knows that every little bit helps. Follow your heart, one step at a time. Who knows where it will lead you? Perhaps towards being an advocate for animals, just like Kim, our Directors and all of our team of volunteers.

Thank you.
Biscuitsandpurrscr.com

🐱Holten is an adorable, cuddly, nine-month-old kitten.  He is part cat, part bunny 🐰 (take a look at that first pic 😂 ) ...
01/13/2025

🐱Holten is an adorable, cuddly, nine-month-old kitten. He is part cat, part bunny 🐰 (take a look at that first pic 😂 ) and ALL parts furry-friend. Holten is neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and ready to bounce right into your lap.

Come along with us as we tell you a little bit more about this sweetie:
His foster mom writes 👉 Holten is as special as they come. He is a pro-level snuggler who adores curling up in your neck for the ultimate cuddle session. His purr? It’s epic! He has the loudest rumbling purr that you’ve ever heard—it’s like a soothing little motor of love.

Holten loves being with his cat friends and he has a gentle, playful spirit. He can be initially shy in new and unfamiliar situations or around new people, but he warms up quickly and will offer up all the love in the world.

Holten is a good eater, has great litter habits and is the cuddle-bunny you’ve been looking for. 🥰🤗

Do you have a young-ish cat that is looking for a friend? We invite you to consider Holten.
You can read more about him at this link https://www.biscuitsandpurrscr.com/adoptable-cats?pgid=luk03hfe-da9e7387-e944-4780-8e03-cddcc6c294d6

Ready to meet him? Already know he’s your new bestie? https://www.biscuitsandpurrscr.com/ready-to-adopt

🥰🙏🚛📦. We asked……and you absolutely delivered.  💓💞Thank you so much to everyone who recently donated cases of Fancy Feast...
01/12/2025

🥰🙏🚛📦. We asked……and you absolutely delivered. 💓💞

Thank you so much to everyone who recently donated cases of Fancy Feast and a few other goodies. We have over 140 cats in our care right now and new arrivals coming in. That’s a lot of hungry mouths to feed.

Your generosity will ensure that our kitties get their tasty bit of canned food each day. It’s bring them so much joy and the added hydration of wet food helps many of them that are just out of surgery, have dental issues or are newly weaned. We are so grateful to you all.

Thank you for your kindness.

Biscuitsandpurrscr.com

We have a heartbreaking “new arrival” to tell you about today. We were contacted by someone who had trapped and secured ...
01/12/2025

We have a heartbreaking “new arrival” to tell you about today.
We were contacted by someone who had trapped and secured an injured and senior Male Tabby cat in her garage. 🙏 They pleaded for our help and we have accepted this senior cat. We want to share the finder’s message with you so that readers can understand some of the heartbreaking messages we receive. These are the messages that keep us up at night!

The finder wrote:
I have a homeless cat that is in my garage for the last two days. He needs medical assistance. He eats well and is friendly, as far as I can see. He has difficulty walking and is elderly. I am in the country and my neighbour takes care of homeless cats ...she said that she has been feeding this cat off and on for the last 10 years. The fur on his tail is all tangled, he has difficulty walking...He is hurt....I saw blood the other day on the snow..not sure if it belongs to him. The neighbour can’t bring it in her house as she has other cats....I cannot either as I have cats of my own and no free room...can you please help me? I am 72 years and will start medical treatment this week...I cannot take care of him..He deserves a second chance. PLEASE HELP. I am retired but can make a small donation if it might help...I do not know where you are but my second neighbour has offered to drive me to you .🙏🙏🙏

🚓🐈This boy has now arrived in our care and we have named him Morgan. He will be fully vetted and we will do everything we can to assist him.

🆘 If you’d like to help with Morgan’s care, we would appreciate any donations.

Donations accepted:
✅ etransfer to [email protected]
or
✅ Canada Helps which allows you to use all major credit cards: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/biscuits-purrs-cat-rescue/?fbclid=IwY2xjawFpOqFleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHVTfUI-D2_sVU1RQ73c6SEEqS17T2BmHErNCFH7Y1wf0tqdDalFNLGBPcA_aem_AsPpTeP8qmyrANRQk-cDoA

Thank you for being a part of our rescue family! We could not help so many vulnerable cats without your help! ❤️🐾

01/12/2025

Here comes double trouble! 🐱🐱
Athena and Lo are 6-month-old sisters who are looking for their forever home. We were just kidding about the “trouble” part — they’re full of energy and s***k, though! 😸
They are currently hanging out at PetSmart at 3161 Greenbank Road in Nepean just waiting for you to drop by.

Athena is a striking little lady with caramel swirls and a face that will make you think of a tiger 🐯. Since coming into our care, Athena has grown strong and independent, making her perfectly suited for a solo adventure or the company of older cats.
Athena loves to explore, and while she’s initially shy, she’s open to the attention. Her adventurous spirit is sure to brighten up any home, bringing a dash of sweetness and a sprinkle of sass.

Lo was named after the Greek myth of Lo—a woman turned into a cow by Zeus—because of her unique spots! Lo is as charming as her namesake and full of life. She’s healthy, active, and adores playtime with her many toys. Affectionate and trusting, Lo is always ready to cozy up to humans and gets along well with other cats.

We would love to see these two sweeties adopted together, or separately. Come visit them at PetSmart at 3161 Greenbank Road in Nepean and use the adoption application form below to apply:
https://www.biscuitsandpurrscr.com/ready-to-adopt

🎉 It is only Sunday morning and it has already been an incredible weekend of adoptions here at Biscuits and Purrs Cat Re...
01/12/2025

🎉 It is only Sunday morning and it has already been an incredible weekend of adoptions here at Biscuits and Purrs Cat Rescue. We couldn’t be more excited at the momentum our rescue has picked up thanks to the support of our followers.

🏬 Our unstoppable volunteers held another successful adoption event at PetValu Embrun. Thank you to the store and its employees for hosting us.
Five lucky kitties found their forever homes on Saturday. Congratulations to Annabelle, Ash, Martini, Willow and Shadow.

🚗 At the same time, Clover was being adopted from our Perth cattery, Moon was adopted, Luna completed her adoption to her new family and Cinder was adopted and picked up from her foster home.

It feels as though our city was buzzing from east to west and north to south, with Biscuits and Purrs Cat Rescue adoptions.

Thank you to every single person who helped out on Saturday, adopted, volunteered or worked quietly behind-the-scenes to find homes for another nine rescue kitties.

Adopting

It's been a great week for adoptions here at Biscuits and Purrs Cat Rescue!! This week six deserving felines found their...
01/11/2025

It's been a great week for adoptions here at Biscuits and Purrs Cat Rescue!!

This week six deserving felines found their forever families!! We are so excited to share that Orana, Lula, Ronja, Freja, Baxter and Vapour have all been adopted and are now living their best lives in their forever homes!!

Congratulations to all these new families- thank you for adopting and saving a life!!

If you're looking for a new furry family member head right over to our website as we have so many other cats and kittens that still looking for their happily ever after!!
https://www.biscuitsandpurrscr.com/

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