The Oaks Cat Colony

04/22/2026

🐾 April 18 – Anti-Declawing Day
Declawing isn’t a manicure—it’s an amputation. 💔🐾
Today is Anti-Declawing Day, a reminder that cats need their claws for balance, stretching, defense, and normal behavior. Removing them doesn’t solve problems—it creates pain and lifelong complications.
There are always humane alternatives: scratching posts, nail trims, soft nail caps, and behavior guidance. Cats deserve solutions, not surgery.

04/22/2026

😺 April 19 – National Cat Lady Day
Happy National Cat Lady Day to every proud, whisker-covered, lint-rolled, cat-hair-is-an-accessory kind of human. 🐱💁‍♀️
Cat ladies aren’t “crazy”—they’re compassionate, observant, and deeply in tune with another species. We see the overlooked, the undersocialized, the unadopted… and we make space for them anyway.
Wear the title proudly. It means love without limits. 💙

03/02/2026

Science behind the snuggles—those tiny kneads do more than look cute. 🐾

10/19/2025

10/19/2025

In my experience, long-term interaction with feral cats like feeding and watering leads them to a level of trust you wouldn't expect. They don't go all the way to becoming house cats, but they learn where they can be safe, and it's very rewarding. I have a lady named Constance who, after 5 years of care, has started asking me to pet her. It's so special.

is an opportunity to champion feral cats – individual cats who live life on their own terms. 🐈 Feral cats are not strays. They don’t want to be pets. They are part of the rich spectrum of cats that share our world.

Supporting feral cats means 👇

🐾 Respecting their autonomy – they live solitary, independent lives, hunting for survival and are well-adapted to outdoor life and keeping their distance from people.

🐾 Prioritising neutering and ensuring humane management – supporting them effectively and humanely with strategic TNVR (Trap Neuter Vaccinate Return) initiatives to prevent future litters and that respect their lifestyle.

🐾 Making careful decisions about containment – confining a feral cat should be avoided except for brief periods, when necessary, such as for neutering.

👩‍💻 If you are working and volunteering with unowned cats, come to our FREE virtual 2025 event on 12 November 2025, supported by Battersea. Find out more and register 👉 icatcare.org/icatconnect-2025

10/19/2025

Ever wonder why your cat purrs but a lion roars? 🐱🦁
Lions and Tigers have a 114-decibel roar! Your cat’s purr is a gentle 25 decibels. 💨🎵

10/10/2025

"Thanks to a challenge grant, every new signup in October will unlock $3 for The Humane League — up to $5,000. It's free, fast, and creates real impact for animals. Share today and help unlock the full donation by World Vegan Day (Nov 1st)."

Tab for a Cause allows you to raise money for various causes because when your browser is set to them, they get money for each ad shown. It costs you nothing and raises money to help. I'm currently using the farmed animals cause, but for several years I've used the Tab for Cats that helps cats in shelters. It's a great idea!

Open new tabs, raise money to end animal suffering - for free

07/21/2025

👁️ Feline Fact Friday 👁️
🦁 Interestingly, big cats like lions and tigers have round pupils instead — because they rely more on chasing prey in open terrain than sneaky ambushes.

So your housecat? She’s a stealthy little ninja, hardwired for the hunt.

06/14/2025

Cats and cleaners? Often not on the same team. Try gentle, unscented products and leave their “scent art” untouched when you can.

05/31/2025

Ever found yourself yelling “No!” to your cat… or reaching for the spray bottle? You’re not alone—and today’s guest says there’s a better way.In this episode...

05/31/2025

Biting, scratching, eliminating inappropriately, yowling in the middle of the night, are some of the behaviors cats are often re-homed for. We can help! Cat Talk Radio is an educational outreach program of Cat Behavior Solutions, tune into our Podcast to learn all things cats!