Shadow Cat Advocates, Inc.

03/06/2026

WE NEED YOUR HELP! We are in desperate need of food. Could you help us out with a bag of food or a donation. No amount is too small.

The kitties favorite food is Purina Cat Chow in the blue bag and Purina One Dry Kitten food but we would appreciate any dry or canned food. YES we need kitten food too!

We do have a wish list on Amazon and they will ship the food directly to our sanctuary.
Our wish list is found at:
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3K3ISS0A03CEW?mibextid=Zxz2cZ&fbclid=IwAR22T1ghBDglFZJWjoT9UzEPn5MsUlljTGwy_o9a7q63YNSN3n-I2vh4kqk

We currently use 168 cans of cat food, 245 pounds of dry cat food, 150 pounds of litter, and 30 large trash bags PER WEEK!

Our needs are ongoing and it would mean so much to us and the kitties if you would consider sending donations on a regular schedule.

If you order through Chewy they allow you to set up recurring shipments!
Our shipping address for the food is:
Shadow Cat Advocates, Inc.
9901 Hidden Creek Lane, Spotsylvania, VA 22551

If you would rather send a donation, you can mail a check to us at:
Shadow Cat Advocates
9901 Hidden Creek Lane, Spotsylvania, VA 22551

We also accept Paypal donations at [email protected]

All donations are tax deductible since we are a registered 501c3 Not for Profit Organization. Our rescues are very appreciative of every donation. Thank you so much.

02/20/2026

Say hello to Carl. He is looking for his furever home and someone to love. Carl is a Mainecoon mix and is approximately 1.5 yrs old. He is super sweet and silly and loves his foster and other cats. Carl has been neutered, is up to date on vaccines and is microchipped. For more information on his personality or to schedule a meet and greet please call Cari at 540-226-0050

02/06/2026

The two-year pilot program is currently taking applications for funding for urban and rural organizations from all parts of Texas. Story down below ⤵️

01/19/2026

Gracie aka Macy

Macy is a 1.5-year-old dilute tortie with the softest gray-and-peach coat and a heart just as gentle. She’s a sweet, affectionate girl who loves attention and enjoys being close to her humans. Macy is the perfect match for someone looking for a loving, loyal companion.

Stop by Petco to say hello.

01/18/2026

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01/13/2026

12/13/2025

In a groundbreaking move for animal rights, Pennsylvania has passed a bill recognizing pets as family members rather than property. This legislative change is a significant victory for animal lovers and advocates across the country. It acknowledges that pets, like dogs, cats, and other animals, have unique bonds with their human families, and they deserve to be treated with respect, dignity, and love.

The change in how pets are viewed under the law could have far-reaching consequences. It paves the way for better legal protections for animals, ensuring that they aren’t just seen as objects to be bought and sold, but as cherished family members. This shift in perspective helps to establish a more humane society, where animals’ needs are more carefully considered, and their well-being is prioritized.

As the world becomes more conscious of animal rights, this bill from Pennsylvania could inspire other states to follow suit. This move is a clear indication that societal attitudes are changing, and that pets are being recognized for the joy, companionship, and emotional support they bring to people’s lives. 🐾💖

10/24/2025

Sometimes people question why TNR (Trap, Neuter, Return) cats need an ear tip…
This photo summarizes why! 🐈‍⬛🐈‍⬛🐈‍⬛🐈‍⬛
There are about a dozen medium to long hair all black feral cats in this colony and they all look SO similar! Without being able to look and see that their ear is tipped, which is a sure sign they are spayed/neutered, how would a trapper know who has been fixed already and who has not?!?
These cats are all completely feral and unapproachable. They wouldn’t let someone scoop them up and check their belly for a tattoo. They wouldn’t hold still in a trap long enough for anyone to check for a tattoo in their ear, especially these ones with their long whispy ear hairs. Most feral cats would thrash around and potentially injured themselves trying to get the heck out of the trap and away from humans while the human was trying to get a good look for a tattoo somewhere. We don’t want to cause unnecessary stress and send a cat to the clinic repeatedly for anesthesia and surgery, only to find out they have already been fixed.
An ear tip is how trappers can know at a quick glance, even through binoculars from far away, that a cat is spayed/neutered. It causes so much less stress to the cat not needing to be trapped again and again in an attempt to determine if they are already TNR’d.

10/08/2025

Check it out!