Helen Sanders CatPAWS

09/03/2026

Thank you to Los Angeles Times for including us in this important article on the challenges - and often heartbreak - of kitten season, and how we rely on our communities to be part of saving lives.

https://www.latimes.com/socal/daily-pilot/entertainment/story/2026-09-02/relentless-kitten-season-has-o-c-animal-rescues-scrambling-for-fosters-funds

www.helensanderscatpaws.com

With hundreds of newborn felines flooding shelters like WAGS Pet Adoption and OC Animal Care, local rescues desperately need "bottle feeders," supplies, and donations to keep up.

09/03/2026

ADOPT ME! Meet Violet!

Violet is a playful kitten with a fun-loving personality and a talent for making everyone smile! She loves wrestling and playing with her feline friends, always ready for the next adventure. When it's time to slow down, Violet just melts for her chest scratches and will reward you with the sweetest purrs. One of her most enduring habits is giving gentle noses kisses!

For more information and apply to adopt:

https://helensanderscatpaws.com/adopt/

Long Beach/Orange County CA area

09/03/2026

ADOPT ME! Meet Leila!

Leila is an incredible affectionate, high-energy little girl who wants to be right where her people are. She takes affection to the next level - if the thought of a kitten trying to suckle on your ear or neck makes you cringe, Leila probably isn't the kitten for you! This playful girl has a funny habit of softly jumping onto the back of your leg as you walk, giving it a quick hug (claws safely tucked away!), and hopping back off. She loves attention and doesn't appreciate being left behind - close a door between you and Leila and she'll definitely let you know about it! Leila is also quite adaptable. She was introduced to a friend's Labrador and, after just one day around him, she was already comfortable enough to play with him! With a proper introduction, she could be a wonderful match for a friendly, cat-savvy dog. Leila is a determined door darter, so her family will need to be especially careful with doors leading outside. She is a busy, social kitty who craves companionship and would do best in a home with another friendly cat to play and cuddle with. If you're looking for an affectionate, energetic little shadow who wants to be apart of everything you do, Leila may be your girl!

For more information and apply to adopt:
https://helensanderscatpaws.com/adopt/

Long Beach/Orange County CA area

09/03/2026

We will be participating in Long Beach Gives! For 16 years our volunteer run non profit has supported the pets and people of Long Beach through our programs and efforts. Stay tuned for more info on how we help pets and the people who love them.

Giving starts September 17 with the day of giving on September 24.

📣 Long Beach Gives nonprofits & supporters — help us spread the word!

If you’re a participating nonprofit, please share the “Long Beach Gives is One Month Away!” post we posted on Monday to your organization’s social media channels. ❤️

And keep an eye on your Long Beach Gives Marketing Calendar! We have more campaign posts coming up, and the more organizations sharing together, the more we can fill social media with Long Beach Gives and reach people across our community.

Not a nonprofit? You can help, too! If you’re a donor, volunteer, supporter, or simply love Long Beach, share our posts with your friends and followers. Every share helps introduce more people to Long Beach Gives and the 300+ nonprofits participating this year.

Let’s get Long Beach talking about Long Beach Gives! ❤️

09/03/2026

Out of the shelter and off to foster care!

In our 16 year partnership with City of Long Beach Animal Care Services our foster team helps get cats and kittens out of the shelter to allow staff to focus on other pets and provide better outcomes for all animals in the shelter.

Long Beach Gives

09/03/2026

Some beautiful cats at our Community Cat spay/neuter clinic!

Thank you to the dedicated trappers and caregivers who cared enough to give these free roaming community cats a better, healthier life, free of fighting and litter after homeless litter.

Thank you to our own Helen Sanders CatPAWS and Sunstone Animal Hospital team, and to our supporters and those organizations which help keep this service more affordable!

City of Long Beach Animal Care Services
Friends of Long Beach Animals
Orange County Animal Allies
Animal Assistance League of Orange County
Seal Beach Animal Care Center - SBACC

09/02/2026

Happy Went Home Wednesday!

Please welcome these new furry family members.

And remember - before these happy going home photos can happen there is whole team working to transport cats to safety, loving foster homes, volunteers keeping cats healthy and happy in the adoption center and the adoption team making matches!

You can join the Journey Home!

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09/02/2026

ADOPT ME! Meet Wally!

Wally is a fun-loving, friendly little guy who is always ready for playtime! He loves zooming around and romping with his feline friends, turning everyday into an adventure. With his playful personality and social nature. Wally would be a wonderful addition to a home with other furry friends and a family ready for plenty of kitten fun!

For more information and to apply to adopt: LINK IN BIO!