Fat Cat Rescue

04/02/2025

Foster Fail Alert! ❤️🐾

Some "failures" are actually the best kind of success! Jackie and Brandy have officially been foster failed—and we couldn't be happier! These two sweethearts have found their forever home with Meagan and her family, where they fit in perfectly with her other kitties. It turns out, they were already home all along.

A huge thank you to Meagan for opening her heart and home to them. This is what fostering is all about—giving love, care, and sometimes realizing you just can’t say goodbye.

Congratulations, Jackie & Brandy! Enjoy your forever family! 🏡❤️🐱

Fatcatrescueinc.org/foster fatcatrescueinc.org/adopt

04/01/2025

Introducing….

Get your application in to meet and possibly adopt these babies! https://www.fatcatrescueinc.org/new-adoption-application

04/01/2025

Our hearts are broken by the passing of the father of our Kat King, Paul Zielinski. 💔 We extend our deepest condolences to the entire family. Please keep Paul and his family in your thoughts and prayers. 🙏😿 The Fat Cat Rescue family would like you to join us in showing our support by attending the visitation on Wednesday, 4/2 from 4 - 7 pm. Details in the obituary. https://www.colonialfuneral.com/obituaries/Richard-E-Zielinski-Sr?obId=40137574 #/obituaryInfo

From Paul: In lieu of flowers, our family asks that donations be made in his honor to Fat Cat Rescue Inc.
https://www.fatcatrescueinc.org

04/01/2025

🐾 Callie’s kittens are 4 weeks old and officially full of zoomies! 😻 They’ve started eating kitten food, wrestling, and getting into adorable trouble. And thanks to YOUR votes, foster mom Meagan is assigning the winning names from our kitten naming contest! Say hello (almost) to Aurora, Raine, Stormy, Blaze, Dewey, Iris, Autumn, and Misty! 🌩️🔥🍁🌧️These cuties will be ready for adoption soon! Want to meet them? Now’s the time to apply! 🏡❤️ FatCatRescueInc.org/adopt (Wadsworth, Lake County, IL) Who’s your favorite? Let us know in the comments! ⬇️

04/01/2025

From Rescue to Forever?

Remember Jafar, the brave kitty we rescued from a tree a few months ago? Well, today, he took a big step—he went into a foster-to-adopt home!

Jafar (now Jax) is already making himself at home, following Amanda and her son everywhere and exploring his new surroundings. It looks like he knows he’s finally safe and loved!

We also want to give another huge THANK YOU to his amazing rescuers who helped bring him to safety. Without you, this happy new beginning wouldn’t be possible!

Let’s send Jax and his foster family all the good vibes that this home becomes his forever home. Drop your well wishes below! 💙

03/31/2025

🌟 Callie’s Kittens Have Names! 🌟

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who voted—over 700 votes were cast and $200 was raised to help name these precious kittens! 😻💖 In order of most votes, here are the top 8 names:

✨ Aurora
💧 Raine
⛈️ Stormy
🔥 Blaze
🌿 Dewey
🌸 Iris
🍂 Autumn
🌫️ Misty

Their amazing foster mom will let us know who is named what as soon as she is ready! Stay tuned for the big reveal. 🐾

Which name is your favorite? Drop a 🐱 emoji if you love them all! 😻

03/31/2025

A great resource we wanted to share!

Free Downloadable Guide: Caring for Kittens in Their First Weeks of Life

03/31/2025

Every Day, This Is the Reality We Face…

The video we’re sharing tells a story we know all too well—one of luck, timing, and the harsh reality for kittens born outside. A mama cat was found, and after some searching, her litter was discovered alive and in need of help. A happy ending, right? But just days later, owls were spotted all over the park where they had been hiding.

Had they not been rescued, their chances of survival were slim. 75% of kittens born outdoors don’t make it to six months. Predators, illness, extreme weather, and starvation claim most of them. We fight against these odds every single day because without intervention, they don’t stand a chance.

It might seem like a lot survive… but we know the truth. And it’s heartbreaking.

This is why we do what we do. This is why TNR matters. This is why fostering saves lives.

Without us, they don’t make it. If so inclined, please help us spay and neuter. $50 is magic number.

Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=5RG54F4HV3FNU&source=url&ssrt=1743389929893

Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/fat-cat-rescue

Check:
Fat Cat Rescue, Inc
PO Box 153
North Chicago, Il 60064

Thank you, Project Meow, for spreading this important message.

03/28/2025

🎉 Congratulations to Shadow and her amazing new family, Kate and Drew! 🎉

Shadow first came to them as a foster in November 2023, and from the start, they knew she was special. Before finding her way to them, Shadow had been a long-time resident at Fat Cat Rescue. She was a shy adult black cat who had struggled to find a home, even after a trial at PetSmart. At the rescue, she was likely being bullied by other cats, making her a great candidate for a quieter home where she could truly thrive.

With patience, love, and plenty of treats, Kate and Drew helped Shadow come out of her shell. Though she was incredibly timid at first, she slowly started to show her playful and sassy personality. She loves rolling around on the rug, chasing toys, sprinting up her cat tree, and lounging like a queen on her parents' bed. She’s an absolute diva who takes on each day headfirst—usually choosing chaos, but they wouldn’t have it any other way. 😆

The journey wasn’t without its challenges. Their resident cat, Louise, wasn’t thrilled at first, but over time, the two have learned to tolerate (and even secretly enjoy) each other’s company. They’ve been caught napping on the same bed—of course, in separate corners.

Kate and Drew have provided Shadow with the best care, from vet visits to her special diet, but most importantly, they’ve given her a lifetime of love. We are beyond grateful for their dedication and so happy that Shadow has found her forever family. ❤️

Please join us in celebrating this foster fail success! 🎊🐾

03/28/2025

Congratulations, Bonnie! 🎉🐾

Some love stories begin with a plan, and others happen by fate. When Madeline and Dan visited Fat Cat Rescue, they came to meet another cat—but Bonnie had other ideas.

Bonnie wasn’t even on our adoptable list. She had spent time in our feral yard before falling terribly ill with a severe upper respiratory infection. We brought her inside, and for months, our team nursed her back to health. When she was well enough, she moved to Room 8 in the barn, where she made new friends and slowly began to trust humans.

Months later, Madeline and Dan walked into her life. Bonnie wasn’t 100% yet, but she was a different cat from the one we had once feared wouldn’t make it. They saw something special in her and took her home on a foster-to-adopt agreement, knowing she still had a journey ahead.

They worked with her, brought her to vet visits, helped her recover from a major dental surgery, and most importantly, showered her with patience and love. And now? Bonnie is truly thriving—healthy, happy, and completely adored.

Madeline and Dan recently made it official: Bonnie is home forever. ❤️

To them, we say thank you for seeing Bonnie not for where she had been, but for who she could become. To Bonnie, we say congratulations, sweet girl—you found the family you always deserved.

We love foster fails! 🥰

03/27/2025

Help George Find His Forever Home!
🐾 Meet George! 🐾

If you're looking for a loving, social, and playful companion, George is the cat for you! This charming tabby adores being around people and other cats. When he’s not busy chasing his favorite toy mouse, he’s following you around, making sure you don’t forget to give him all the attention he deserves! 💙

George is also quite the conversationalist—he’ll let you know if you’re late on dinner or if he’s in need of extra cuddles. 😻

Rescued in Fox Lake last year, many of his siblings and cousins have already found their forever homes. Now it’s George’s turn! He’s currently being fostered by Kathy, who says he’s an absolute sweetheart. Could you be the one to give him the loving home he’s been waiting for?

📩 Apply to adopt: https://www.fatcatrescueinc.org/adoption-1/george
📍 Schedule a Meet and Greet!
❤️ Share to help George find his family!

03/26/2025

📢 March Fat Cat Rescue Newsletter is Here! 🐾

Spring is in the air, and we’ve got important updates you won’t want to miss! 🌸 This month’s newsletter covers:

🐾 Lost Cat? Here’s What to Do (and What NOT to Do!)
💉 FIP Awareness Month 2 – Breaking the Stigma & Baby Blue’s Journey
🚨 Springtime Dangers for Cats – What’s Safe & What’s Not
🎉 Mark Your Calendars! Online Auction: May 7-11
🏡 Cornelius' Story – A Survivor Searching for a Forever Home

Stay informed, get involved, and help us make a difference! Read the full newsletter here: 👉 https://mailchi.mp/42274575e288/march-2025-fat-cat-rescue-newsletter

📢 Like, comment, and share to spread the word! ❤️

This month, we’re covering: 🐱 What to do if your cat goes missing (and what NOT to do!) 💉 FIP Awareness Month 2 – Breaking the Stigma & Baby Blue’s Journey 🚨 Springtime dangers for cats & safe alternatives 🎉 Our upcoming Online Auction – May 7-11! 💖 Meet Cornelius, a survivor ...

03/26/2025

Happy birthday, Millie, from your friends at Fat Cat! 🐈 🎁

'World's oldest cat' celebrates her 30th birthday