06/05/2026
Greetings!
My name is Leslie Robinson.
I work with the Lange Foundation--a Southern California non-profit organization dedicated to saving companion animal animals.
In 2010 I became an adopter and volunteer.
I've since become a fixture there—due to my work in the area of feline behavior and communication.
They house 80+ cats at their westside "Halfway Home Kennel." It's an ever-changing population, rescued from local shelters.
The facility provides housing in an indoor/outdoor catio in the lobby. There is a large atrium enclosure--with a live tree growing inside! And four smaller rooms, where cats also roam freely, within.
An isolation ward and treatment room provides a place to land, for cats coming straight from the shelter, or those recovering from surgeries, illnesses, or other health problems
These animals come from any number of backgrounds: having been surrendered by their owner, as strays, or from hoarding cases. They are also hand-pulled from the shelters’ medical rooms, where they have been placed, due to accidents or illness.
They all make their way to-and-through Lange, where they then are seen by potential adopters. The goal is to place them in new, happy homes.
Those that do not get adopted, have a home at Lange, for life.
And they’re guaranteed a spot--should they need to return for any reason. They are welcomed back and await an opportunity to find a new, loving home. All while being seen, known, and loved.
The founder and staff are top tier. It's a fascinating place that has my whole heart. A place where miracles happen!
I’ve had all the time to watch. To listen. And learn. From humans. But more importantly: from the cats, themselves. It's been a remarkable opportunity to see and serve so many animals over the years.
The biggest tool I have are my eyes and ears. To watch and see what is working. And what isn’t. Patterns have emerged. Methods and insights with repeatable outcomes!
In honing these skills, I’ve built what feels like an important, useful skillset.
I’m so excited and honored to be able to reach a wider audience. To promote a more understanding and harmonious relationship between humans and their cat companions.
If you’ve made it this far…thanks for reading along! I hope you will continue to join me for more posts.
More Notes from the Field.
Kind regards,
Leslie
