Whether you adopt from a shelter, a rescue, or pet stores (such as PetSmart or PetValu), all adopted animals cannot be guaranteed to be completely free from health issues.   In these organizations, animals only receive basic physical exam. Due to limited financial resources, further tests such as blood tests (such as FIV, Feline Leukemia tests), fecal tests, urine tests, and other detailed examinations are not conducted. Only animals with symptoms, pre-existing or existing he

Save Fur Pets (SFP) is a volunteer-based rescue organization dedicated to giving homeless cats a chance at a new life. Our cats come from various backgrounds, and while we may not always know their whole history, we ensure every cat receives proper medical care before being placed for adoption. 🏠 Owner Surrender Cats These cats come from previous owners who can no longer care for them due to moving out of Canada, job changes, health issues, or other personal circumstances. P

Adopting a kitten from a rescue organization is a truly heartwarming act of love. However, before bringing your new furry friend home, it’s important for first-time cat owners to understand the necessary medical procedures and expenses to ensure your kitten grows up healthy — and to avoid unexpected accidents. Full First-Year Vaccinations Schedule for Adopted Kittens 🩺 1. Initial Kitten Vaccinations from the Rescue In Canada, most rescue organizations will have administered

Kittens may look irresistibly cute, but behind those big eyes and tiny paws are a lot of challenges that new cat owners often don’t...

We understand that meeting your future furry friend in person before making a decision can feel important. After all, choosing to adopt is a big step. However, at SFP, our cats aren’t available for pre-adoption visits, and here we'd like to share why. 1. Our Cats Live in Loving Volunteer Homes Most of our cats are taken care of in the private residences of our amazing volunteers. This means they enjoy comfort and stability instead of being kept in cages. But it also means the

Fancy Feast and Friskies are very popular cat food brands, especially because they’re affordable and widely available. However, many vets...

In a previous blog, we have listed some brands of cat food to avoid (see: https://www.savefurpets.com/post/a-list-of-cat-dog-foods-brands...

When you adopt a cat, keeping them healthy is one of your most important responsibilities. Even if your cat lives strictly indoors,...

Have you ever caught yourself smiling at a cute cat video on your phone? Or felt a sense of calm as a dog curled up next to you at a...

In SFP's WeChat public articles, we have previously shared a list of recommended cat and dog food brands. We've received a lot of...