BaristaCats Café & Sanctuary for Wayward Cats

07/03/2025

07/03/2025

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07/02/2025

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07/02/2025

💖 A Busy and Impactful Day at the Cat Cafe 💖

Today has been one of those days that truly reminds us why we do what we do. We’ve been bustling about, making a difference in the lives of our beloved felines, and we couldn't wait to share our journey with you.

This morning, we had our spay/neuter clinic at Precision Veterinary, where Sunnie and Raine both underwent neutering and vaccines. Sunnie has a grade 2 heart murmur, which adds a layer of complexity, and both had ear mites, as suspected. We’re so relieved and grateful that they made it through the procedure smoothly and are excited for them to join the rest of our residents this weekend!

In parallel, we’re embarking on an important trapping project with the help of the amazing folks at Toledo Keeping the Faith. A huge shoutout to Kris for her unwavering support and invaluable expertise! Rescuing and caring for these animals is a challenging endeavor, and knowing we have allies in this mission makes a world of difference.

So far, we’ve successfully trapped one of three suspected kittens. This little one, estimated to be around 10 weeks old, was in serious danger, facing threats from wildlife, territorial cats, and even humans. We’re doing our best to rescue these precious souls before it’s too late.

This little guy will head to be neutered tomorrow with Kris. After that, he'll come to the cafe on Thursday, where I’ll work closely with him to socialize and tame him before introducing him to our other residents. Every life matters, and we're committed to ensuring he has a chance at a happy, loving home.

As we dive deeper into these projects, we always appreciate any help you can offer. Veterinary care is essential but comes with a hefty price tag, even with "rescue" discounts. This year alone, we’ve faced nearly $8,000 in expenses. If you feel moved to support our mission, please consider donating. Every contribution helps us cover these critical costs and, most importantly, save lives.

Thank you for being part of our community and for supporting the animals that bring us so much joy. Together, we can continue to create a safer world for our feline friends! 🐾❤️

07/02/2025

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06/30/2025

Please be KIND ❤️

😥Animal Rescue Reality Check😥

With all the compassion fatigue warnings, we would like to remind all rescuers (including ourselves) that it is okay to say no, it’s okay to shut your phone off, it’s okay to make a bad decision, it’s okay to fall asleep, it’s okay to leave the litter box until morning.

For people needing a rescuer, please make it as easy as possible. Do not ask for a miracle, do not blame if something goes wrong, do not expect your rescuer to do everything for you. Make an effort to help! Offer to help transport, offer to donate money or goods.

Rescuers have a hard time saying no, it eats them alive. They have a heart and mind that won’t stop thinking about a dying animal. An animal they could help if only they had the energy, If only they had the time, if only they had the money, if only someone would help.

Trust us, if you are asking a rescuer for help, that rescuer has at least 10 other people asking along with you in a given day. Along with running to pick up, drop off, go to vet appointments, save lives, bottle feed, deal with feeding, cleaning and medicating and answering messages- we all have families and full time jobs as we are unpaid volunteers.

We may sometimes choose what we do, but rescuers are who we are.

PLEASE BE KIND TO YOUR RESCUER!!

06/30/2025

🌟 Exciting July Events at the Cat Cafe! 🌟

Get ready for a fun-filled July with our furry friends! We have an amazing lineup of events at the Cat Cafe designed to delight cat lovers and creatives alike. Check out what we have in store for you this month:

🧶 Craft with Cats
Join us on July 9th for an afternoon of creativity and cuddles! Enjoy guided crafting sessions while our resident cats provide purr-fect companionship.

🎨 Paws & Painting
On July 12th, unleash your inner artist! Watch our feline friends become little Picassos as they create masterpieces. Join in the fun or simply relax while enjoying their artistic antics!

🎬 Movie Night with the Cats
Snuggle up with the cats on July 18th for a night of feline-themed films! Bring your popcorn and enjoy a cozy movie experience filled with heartwarming cat antics.

✨ Whiskers & Wisdom
Come share Whiskers & Wisdom in this Collective Read and Spiritual Q&As!! On July 19th, be prepared to feel enlightened. Individual reads available.

💆‍♀️ Felines & Facials
Pamper yourself on July 25th at Felines & Facials! Enjoy a relaxing facial while being surrounded by our sweet cats. It’s the purr-fect way to unwind!

🎉 Pets Against Humanity
On the last Thursday of July, join us for a hilarious twist on a classic game! Bring your friends for an afternoon filled with laughter and fun as we play Pets Against Humanity together.

📅 Mark Your Calendars!
We can’t wait to see you all at these exciting events. Whether you want to craft, paint, watch movies, or enjoy some cat-inspired pampering, July is going to be a month to remember at the Cat Cafe!

For more information and to reserve your spot, visit baristacatscafe.org

Let’s make unforgettable memories together! 🐾❤️✨

06/30/2025

🎉✨ Celebrate the 4th of July with Us! 🎆🐱

We’re OPEN from 1 PM to 6 PM!
Join us for an exciting day of fun with our lovable kitties. Take a break from the festivities and cool off with the coolcats! ❤️

Want to make a difference this holiday? Instead of sparklers, you can support our furry friends by purchasing two cans of grain-free food.

Let’s feed the kitties bellies instead their fears! Your generosity will go a long way in making their day special. Thank you for your support, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you! 💖

Plan ahead and book today!
baristacatscafe.org

📍135 W. Center St. Whitewater WI

06/30/2025

Have a kitty who is challenging to trap and/or will not enter your trap?!!!

TRAP TRAINING may be the answer to this problem!

1. Securely zip tie the trap door open so the trap can not close.

2. Start with the food right in front of the trap. This is a good time to implement a feeding schedule if you haven’t already done so.

3. Move the food bowl back a little each day until it’s in the back of the trap.

4. When the cat is freely going in and out of the trap for food, cut the ties and set the trap as normal for a scheduled spay/neuter date. ‼️Don't trap a cat unless you have an appointment or have a walk-in clinic option.

⚠️ The only available food should be near or in the trap.

*Photo & information courtesy of Bay Area Cats: TNR & Community Cat Resources and Stray Cat TNR.

06/28/2025

Time is ticking!! Get in on this pawsome swag bag! 🐾❤️

🐾 GIVEAWAY ALERT! 🐾

We’re thrilled to announce an amazing giveaway to help us gain exposure and spread the word! 🎉

One lucky winner will receive this awesome swag bag full of goodies from BaristaCats Cafe and our fabulous partners!

What’s in the Swag Bag?
✨ BCC Catnip Dealer Tee
✨ BCC Candle
✨ 2 BCC Buttons
✨ World’s Best Cat Litter Tumbler
✨ WBCL Koozie
✨ BCC Cookie
✨ Fun STICKERS!
✨ Handmade Keychain
✨ Plus, Admission for 2 to our cozy cat cafe for 1 hour!

How to Enter:
1. Follow our Instagram or page ✅
2. Like this post 👍
3. Tag 3 friends who’d love a visit to the cat cafe 🐱
4. Share this post to your stories or page!

📅 Winner will be announced on July 1st! Don’t miss out on your chance to score this fantastic swag bag!

Get those thumbs moving and let’s spread the word to save lives together! 💕🐾