News & Articles
Everything you want to know about what’s going on at CAT. From the latest news to articles about cat issues, you’ll find it all here!

Cat Adoption Team Celebrates 25th Anniversary
Cat Adoption Team (CAT), a nonprofit cat shelter dedicated to building and supporting relationships between cats and people, is celebrating our 25th anniversary year in

Meet the People: Sue Freeman
Long-time Cat Adoption Team volunteer Sue Freeman started feeding and caring for cats at the shelter 20 years ago. Nowadays, she helps with both surgery

Planned Giving: The benefits of beneficiary designations
The process of distributing your assets after your death can be complicated (and occasionally confusing). You may be familiar with wills and trusts, but did

Meet the People: Naomi Leavitt
Since the Fall of 2020, Naomi Leavitt has fostered nearly 60 cats and kittens for Cat Adoption Team. While Naomi is primarily one of our amazing

Kitten Baby Shower: April 1-10, 2023
April showers bring… many kittens! “Kitten Season” is starting here in the Pacific Northwest. As we head into spring, Cat Adoption Team’s foster homes and

Dania and Ernie’s Story: How a Cat and an Adopter Helped One Another Heal
— Guest post by CAT staff member Dania R. After losing a precious childhood friend to illness, my mood and outlook on life had plummeted.

Meet the People: Brittany
Brittany joined Cat Adoption Team as hospital manager in May 2016. She’s been working in animal welfare for 13 years, and is just as passionate

CATnap Week 2023: What you Need to Know
It’s “CATnap” time again at Cat Adoption Team. We’re taking an organization-wide weeklong break — here’s what you need to know. Taking care of our

Plant Safety and Your Cat
There seems to be a surprising amount of crossover between cat-lovers and indoor gardeners. What is it about caring for and nurturing small, living things

CAT’s commitment to diversity, equity & inclusion
(December 5, 2022) — CAT is focused on cats, but we also have a deep respect and appreciation for people. That’s why we are committed

A Mellow Cat’s Medical Scare: Team Effort Saves a Life
Rollover Beethoven is a gentle giant with a winning personality. His excellent hugs and easygoing nature made him a fast favorite among staff and volunteers.

Holiday Gift Guide for Cats & Cat Lovers
Want to support your favorite cause during the holiday season? Need to find a unique gift for the cat lover in your life? You can