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Addressing Litter Box Issues: Tips and Solutions
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Addressing Litter Box Issues: Tips and Solutions

Dealing with litter box problems can be one of the most frustrating aspects of cat ownership. Before considering the difficult decision of rehoming your cat, try these tips to help restore harmony to your home.

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Where do our rescue kitties come from?
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Where do our rescue kitties come from?

We are often asked where we get all of our adoptable cafe kitties. Do we partner with another rescue? Are they all strays from the streets? Today, we’ll explore all the ways that wayward felines actually find their way to Felius.

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Cat First Aid Guide & Checklist
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Cat First Aid Guide & Checklist

How many of us are genuinely prepared for a cat medical emergency? If you're not raising your hand right now, you're in the right place. We're here to provide you with a crash course in triage, common cat ailments, and guide you in assembling a first aid kit stocked with life-saving essentials!

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Cat-Proofing Your Holidays: A Guide to Keeping Your Kitties Safe.
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Cat-Proofing Your Holidays: A Guide to Keeping Your Kitties Safe.

The holiday season is upon us, and while we're decking the halls, let's not forget about our feline friends. Our fur babies might have a knack for getting into trouble, especially when surrounded by all the festive flair. So, here's a quick guide to keep your cat safe during the holiday hustle.

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A winter guide to caring for feral cats
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A winter guide to caring for feral cats

Winters in Nebraska can be rough. It's important to remember that feral (aka community) cats also struggle to stay warm and comfortable as temperatures drop. Providing warmth and shelter for our vulnerable feline friends is not only an act of kindness, but also crucial for their survival. Here are a few simple ways to help your neighborhood cats.

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Pawsitive solutions for dealing with community cats
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Pawsitive solutions for dealing with community cats

While Felius strives to respond to as many requests as possible, the truth is that most trap-neuter-return (TNR) programs are managed by a very small group of volunteers - ours included. So, what can you do if you find yourself in a situation where rescues don’t have the capacity to help?

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Why fostering is good for your health
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Why fostering is good for your health

We all know that fostering cats is a literal life-saving volunteer job that helps so many tiny (but mighty) fur babies. But some might ask, "what's in it for me as the foster?" Besides the obvious opportunities for major social media content, it turns out that being around cats has enormous impacts on our mental and physical health. Below are five reasons that cats are basically tiny, furry doctors.

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