Helpful Resources

So, You’ve Found a Cat or Kitten — What’s Next? 

Kitten season—typically spring through early fall—is a time when animal rescues and shelters see a dramatic rise in calls, emails, and admissions. It’s also when compassionate people like you are more likely to come across stray cats or unexpected litters of kittens in alleys, backyards, acreages and farms. While your instinct may be to help […]

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Do I Need to Spay/Neuter My Cat?

Bringing a cat into your home is a rewarding experience, but responsible pet ownership involves more than just providing food and shelter. One of the most crucial steps in ensuring your cat’s health and well-being is spaying or neutering. While many people associate these procedures with preventing unwanted litters of kittens, they can also offer […]

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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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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 and how to help them.

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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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