StoryBook Rescues, Inc

06/17/2026

This week, because of a concerned citizen in Brenham, we stepped up to help a colony of cats. What started as a TNR project quickly turned into so much more.

In the rain, we trapped 8 cats for TNR. Then we caught the 9th cat, a mama who was coparenting 8 kittens with her sister.

That’s when the village showed up.

Carol, our incredible foster and the person who manages our adoptions at Brenham PetSmart, stepped up in a big way. Not only did she take in the mama and all 8 kittens, but she also helped trap cats and then drove them to Oak Grove Veterinary Center at 6:00 AM. Considering Brenham is an hour from Schulenburg, that was a very early wake up call and a very long day.

Dr. Rachel and the team at Oak Grove Vet Clinic stepped up too. I had not planned on bringing so many cats, and neither had they. Yet somehow they fit 10 cats into an already packed schedule. Eight TNR cats plus 2 others that already had appointments. One cat required extensive dental work and had several infected teeth removed. Thanks to the support of our community, we were able to provide that care and give him a much better quality of life.

We also couldn’t have done this without Charlotta, the concerned citizen who first reached out for help. She didn’t expect someone else to “fix” the problem. Instead, she spent her morning and evening trapping, driving, and helping every step of the way. People like Charlotta are the reason rescue succeeds.

Unfortunately, we never caught the second mama.

The first mama couldn’t possibly nurse all 8 kittens by herself, so our amazing bottle feeder, Jerri, stepped up and took 4 of the babies. When I thanked her, she replied:

“Well, I know it’s a comfort to me that when this group is grown and moves on to better families, they will never have to worry about having babies and can just enjoy being babies and that’s due to y’all.”

That pretty much says it all.

This is what rescue looks like. It isn’t one person. It’s concerned citizens, fosters, veterinarians, trappers, bottle feeders, donors, and volunteers all doing their part.

Because of this team effort:

❤️ 8 cats will never contribute to the cycle of overpopulation.

❤️ 8 kittens are safe.

❤️ One cat received much needed dental care.

❤️ Countless future kittens will never be born into homelessness.

Thank you to everyone who made this happen. This is why we do what we do.

06/13/2026

🖤✨ Midnight’s Storybook Ending ✨🖤

Once upon a time, there was a little black kitten named Midnight.

Like so many Storybook kittens, Midnight’s story didn’t begin in a castle. It began with uncertainty, rescue, and a long journey north in search of a family to call his own.

When Midnight arrived in Connecticut, he didn’t know that his happily ever after was waiting just around the corner.

As soon as he was placed in his new mom’s arms, something magical happened. He simply settled in, tucked himself comfortably against her, and stayed there as if he had always belonged. No fear. No fuss. Just a tiny kitten finding the place he was meant to be.

Meanwhile, his new family could barely contain their smiles. They were overjoyed to welcome him home, even if they may not yet realize that Midnight is every bit as lucky to have found them as they are to have found him.

And so, another Storybook tale comes to a close—not with “The End,” but with the beginning of a beautiful new chapter.

Happy life, sweet Midnight. We can’t wait to watch your story unfold. 🖤

🖤📖🐾

06/11/2026

Five more cats who will never have to worry about child support. 🎉🐱

Yes, we know… you’re probably tired of seeing these photos. Trust us, we’re tired of taking them! But every cat in these pictures represents countless kittens that will never be born into an already overwhelming cat population.

Would we rather wait until every kitten is older before spaying or neutering? Absolutely. Would we rather never have to spay a pregnant cat? Without question. But after years in rescue, we’ve learned that good intentions do not stop litters. Spay and neuter surgeries do.

We’ve heard it all:
🐾 “I got busy.”
🐾 “I kept meaning to schedule it.”
🐾 “She’s an indoor cat.”
🐾 “She only got out one time.”

And somehow that one cat becomes ten.

Many shelters and rescues send animals home with vouchers, hoping they’ll come back later to be fixed. Unfortunately, many never do. That’s why we spay and neuter before adoption whenever possible, even if they’re only 2 pounds and 8 to 10 weeks old.

The solution really is that simple: fix the cats and educate the humans. 😹

So please help us help them. Your cat may think parenthood sounds exciting, but we can assure you they won’t miss it one bit.

No more excuses. Fix your cats. ❤️

06/10/2026

Meet Stella! ✨

Just like her name, Stella is a star. This beautiful girl has left her outdoor days behind and is ready for a life filled with soft beds, sunny windows, and a family to call her own. Her charm will shine through the moment you meet her. Stella is incredibly friendly, loves people, and is a true lap cat who never turns down affection.

One of Stella’s favorite things is being brushed, and her beloved brush will go home with her so she can continue enjoying her spa treatments. At approximately 4 years old, she has the perfect balance of playful curiosity and calm companionship.

Stella is healthy, fully vetted, and looking for a forever home where she can enjoy the comforts she deserves. If you’re looking for a loving companion with a kind heart and a touch of elegance, Stella may be your perfect match.

⭐ Come meet Stella at PetSmart in Brenham and let her light up your life! ⭐🐾💕

06/07/2026

🚐🐾 The Road to Connecticut Had a Plot Twist…

Last Thursday, seven of our Storybook kittens were loaded up and ready for their big adventure to Connecticut. The transport van was packed with puppies and kittens, excitement was high, and everyone was counting down the hours until takeoff.

Then came the unexpected chapter.

The air conditioning in the van wasn’t cooperating.

Could the transport have left anyway? Yes. But sometimes rescue means making the hard decision, not the easy one. Crissy, owner of Freedom Run Express, made the call to postpone departure until the next day so the AC could be thoroughly checked and repaired. It wasn’t the most convenient choice, but it was absolutely the right one.

That decision meant every animal already boarded for transport suddenly needed a place to stay for the night. Our seven kittens came back home with me, and volunteers and fosters stepped up to provide safe overnight accommodations for all the other travelers.

That is rescue.

Plans change. Things break. Weather happens. Vehicles have issues. Animals get sick. If you’re in rescue, you learn to pivot, adapt, and keep moving forward.

Thanks to Crissy’s quick thinking and everyone who jumped in to help, every animal made it safely to where they needed to be.

The photos tell the rest of the story. You’ll see all seven kittens before their journey, a photo of Sarah with her newly adopted kitten, Nettle, and Alissa with her newly adopted kitten, Nova. The transport ladies sent those photos along with a note that simply said, “Love loved their kitties.” ❤️

And from our Connecticut foster came this update:

“The kittens have arrived. They are doing great. The black ones love the recirculating water container. 😂”

From a delayed departure to happy adopters and kittens discovering a water fountain, this rescue journey had the perfect ending.

🐱❤️

06/04/2026

06/03/2026

Our page is once again being hijacked by scammers.

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Thank you for helping us keep our followers safe and for reporting these scammers. We appreciate your support and patience while we deal with this ongoing issue.

05/28/2026

This might be a lengthy post, but I feel it’s important to say. Honestly, it saddens my heart that I even need to spend time writing this because it’s time that could be better spent helping animals.

As most people know, rescues and shelters everywhere are overflowing and understaffed. My days are spent answering emails, texts, Messenger messages, and phone calls while also caring for the many animals that reside here. I’m not complaining because this is my choice and I love what I do. But people also need to understand there are only so many hours in a day.

This morning was no different.

I received this message at 12:03 p.m. (name changed intentionally because I have no desire to publicly hurt someone):

🟦 “Hi, my name is ‘Ima Important.’ I adopted a kitty from y’all about two years ago and I need his records for a vet appointment this afternoon at 3 o’clock. I tried to email you with no response but I’m trying to get a hold of y’all. Please get back to me as soon as possible thanks.”

Did you catch that part?

🚨 She adopted the cat TWO YEARS AGO and wanted records for an appointment only a few hours away. 🚨

Now please understand… we DO keep records and I was still able to send what we had. But records from two years ago are honestly of very little medical value today. Vaccines need updating. Rabies vaccines expire. Cats should already be established with a regular veterinarian after adoption.

At the time of adoption, adopters receive all records we have, instructions on registering microchips, and a contract stating they are responsible for future veterinary care and follow up.

When I spoke with “Ima Important,” she complained she had been calling all morning. Repeatedly calling does not magically make someone answer faster if they are already tied up helping others.

Then the situation escalated into threats from her fiancé, including threats to blast Storybook across TikTok, Facebook, Instagram, and “everywhere else,” along with claims that we “treat people like garbage.”

For the record, this was Storybook’s professional response:

🟩 “We are sorry you feel that way, and we are certainly not trying to upset anyone. However, there are a few things that need to be clarified.

Apollo was adopted approximately 2 years ago. At the time of adoption, adopters are sent all medical records we have on file. We also include information regarding microchip registration and strongly encourage adopters to establish care with their own veterinarian so vaccines, wellness exams, and future medical records can be maintained properly moving forward.

In addition, the adoption contract signed at the time of adoption states that the adopter accepts responsibility for all follow up veterinary care and acknowledges the animal is healthy at the time of adoption.

Records from 2 years ago honestly make little difference at this point medically. Your veterinarian will still need to perform a current physical exam, administer a new rabies vaccine (which is only valid for 1 year initially), continue/update FVRCP vaccines as needed, and assess Apollo’s current health. They may also recommend routine deworming and flea prevention depending on his care history.

That being said, we have still tried to accommodate your request by sending whatever records we have available. Most rescues and shelters would not typically be able to provide much assistance years after an adoption.

We are glad to hear Apollo is loved and well cared for, and we wish him the very best.”

I’m sharing this not for sympathy, but for education.

Please understand that rescue workers are human beings. Most of us are exhausted. Most of us are juggling dozens upon dozens of emergencies, messages, appointments, transports, trapping situations, sick animals, adoptions, and heartbreaking decisions every single day.

We try SO hard.

We stay up late answering messages.
We spend our own money.
We sacrifice our personal lives.
We cry over animals we cannot save.
And despite all of that, we still try to help politely and professionally.

So when people become demanding, threatening, or cruel over something that could have been handled with patience and kindness, it hurts more than you probably realize.

Please remember there are real people behind rescue pages. A little grace, patience, and respect go a very long way. ❤️