Resources

Adopting a Cat with FIV

At MEOW Foundation, one of our core beliefs is that every cat deserves a chance at a loving home. This includes cats with health problems, including FIV (feline immunodeficiency virus).  Some potential adopters may have concerns or reservations about adopting a cat that is FIV-positive. Today, we will debunk some common FIV myths and shed […]

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Are Lilies Toxic to Cats?

With springtime and the Easter flower gifting season right around the corner, this is a great time to talk about the hidden dangers of lilies. Cats are inquisitive creatures by nature. They love to explore, hopping up on tables and countertops, sniffing out novel items in the home.  Sometimes their explorations and curiosities get the […]

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Caring For Your Cat’s Mental Health

Cats can be affected by mental health challenges like depression and anxiety. Learn how to identify these conditions in your cat, how to help them and how MEOW Foundation looks after the mental health of cats in our care while they wait for adoptive homes.

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Springtime Safety

Springtime in Calgary, Alberta… it brings some sun, some rain and some weather surprises, but overall warmer temperatures. For our staff at MEOW Foundation, it brings something you may not expect: a sharp increase in calls and reports about lost cats.

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Cat Behaviour 101

Even if you’ve had cats before, you may have some questions as you prepare to welcome a new cat into your home. As Calgary’s only dedicated cat rescue, we have seen and heard it all when it comes to cat behaviour! Read on to learn how to live in harmony with your cat by understanding their natural behaviours.

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Pet Insurance and Alternatives

From annual checkups and vaccines to emergency trips for an accident or sudden illness, vet care is expensive! MEOW Foundation encourages all pet owners to consider the financial implications of pet ownership, and veterinary care and pet insurance are among the most important things to consider.

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Fighting FPV… a deadly cat disease

Before a new litter of tiny kittens comes wriggling into the world, you can only try to predict what you’re going to get. Will they be male or female? Black-haired or tortoiseshell? Adventurous or laid-back? It doesn’t really matter to us. At MEOW Foundation, we embrace each and every kitten that pitter-patters into our lives. […]

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