Tally Cat Cafe

04/04/2025

We've been Littered!

Our rescue partner, Leon County Humane Society, does this Littering Campaign as a way to spread awareness of how fast one or two cats can turn into dozens, and what you can do to help prevent the cat takeover!

We've been open since 2018, and we've never once worried that there wouldn't be enough cats in the world for us to keep our doors open. Sometimes we have to wait for vetting to be completed before more can move in, but our community is NEVER low on cats who need homes. There are so many waiting at the shelter or in foster through either LCHS or one of the many local rescues in town with more being born every day.

There is no shortage of cats, just the opposite. There are too many and allowing more kittens to be born when they don't have to be is an unfair strain on shelters and rescues. If you're feeding stray cats or have noticed cats appearing in your neighborhood, visit www.leoncountyhumane.org/dont-litter for information on how to determine if the cat is stray or owned. Don't wait for kittens to appear! Learn how you can help ensure cats you see around aren't suffering or adding to pet overpopulation. Tallahassee is lucky to have several resources available so you can take action.

Love cats, want the best for them, and want to help spread the word? Visit www.leoncountyhumane.org/dont-litter and click "Litter a Yard" to make a donation toward moving this clowder of cats and helping to educate!

04/03/2025

Silkee, our Queen, is spending some time with one of our Purristas in foster care.

Don’t panic! She’s okay.

As many of you already know, Big Silk is… rotund. Large and in charge. Often accused of concealing kittens in her belly.

Lately she’s been having trouble even cleaning her own bottom, and as funny as it is to have a bowling ball for a cat, her health will always be our priority, and her current weight just isn’t healthy.

With vet’s guidance, we’re putting her on a wet food only diet and starting to limit her daily food intake - something that’s close to impossible for us to do at the cafe without facing a cat revolution. We’ll keep you updated on her weight loss journey, and we will miss her during her absence, but this is definitely for the best!

Feline obesity puts cats at risk of diabetes, arthritis, heart disease, and more. If your cat’s silhouette resembles Silkee’s, consider having a chat with your vet about how to safely knock off a few pounds so that you can have as long as possible with your feline bestie. And, if you’re “free feeding” your cat, make sure you’re keeping an eye on their weight and body condition to make sure things don’t get out of control.

04/02/2025

We LOVED our April Fools' guests this year, Boots McGee and Tippy Toes. Now that the day is over, we can admit the truth: They are not kittens. They're 12 week old Terrier Chihuahua mixes from our rescue partner, Leon County Humane Society.

They will be ready for their forever homes after April 10th, and they're cat approved! They're both exceptionally sweet and are full of kisses and s***k in equal parts. If you're interested in adding them to your family, you can submit an adoption application early by writing in their name on the application here: www.leoncountyhumane.org/adopt/adoption-application

Boots McGee is the black puppy who looks a little more like a Terrier and Tippy Toes is our tan Chihuahua girl. Applications will be sent to their foster family who have watched them grow up and know every detail about them.

We wish every day could be puppy day, but logistically we have to accept that this was a very special treat. Puppies aren't quite as independent as cats, and we know these puppies are happily snoozing in their foster home where they belong after a big day.

Interested in turning your home into a puppy cafe? Become a foster! Submit a foster application at www.leoncountyhumane.org/get-involved/foster/foster-application

04/01/2025

Two new kittens moved in this morning!

Boots McGee (black,) and Tippy Toes (tan,) are enjoying the cat room and are excited to have so many new friends!

Not all of the cats are fans of kittens, sometimes they can be a little much, but most of them have welcomed the new babies with open paws 🤗😻

03/24/2025

Carbon the space man! 🧑‍🚀

From his foster who helped him grow up so he could move into the cafe and find his forever home:

Hi! I'm Carbon! I am the biggest love bug you will ever meet! Ever since I came into the Humane Society, people have remarked on my size. I have always been a big kitten, and I will probably grow up to be a bigger cat. My foster mom says I have lion paws, and I have the cutest meow. I am a big baby though, I love to make biscuits and nurse on fuzzy blankets, just like my sister Manganese. I am always the kitten to break up the wrestle, and I love being held and carried around. I can be shy at first, but I warm up very quickly. I am great with dogs, other cats, rabbits, and kids. I'm so excited to meet you!

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Want to help other cats like Carbon? Cats only move into the cafe after they’re spayed, neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, healthy, and dewormed! They have to wait until they’re about 2 months old to get all this done, so they often need fosters in the meantime! Sign up to become a foster at www.leoncountyhumane.org/get-involved/foster/foster-application

And see all of the cats currently in the cafe any time at www.tallycatcafe.com/our-cats

02/27/2025

Pickle is so pretty! 🥒

02/17/2025

Please read this message from our rescue partner and help us honor Cleo's memory

02/14/2025

Happy Valentine's Day! 🩷

The café is full of love today, and we highly recommend a reservation if you're looking to go in the cat lounge. We're currently fully booked from 4:00 p.m. onward and we don't want to break any hearts!

02/06/2025

Sometimes you just have to grab a peacock feather and do a Photoshoot with a kitten 💕

Enjoy these photos of Biscuit 🥖

01/10/2025

Not in a position to adopt right now? That's okay! You can still visit, pet cats, enjoy their purrs and watch them play. All of the cats will live their best lives at the cafe until they find their forever homes.

12/05/2024

Our Queen, sweet angel baby: Silkee 👑

11/15/2024

Late last month, our rescue partner took in a scared kitten and saved her from a life on the streets where she likely would have had dozens of kittens, lived in fear of people, and would have passed away at a young age from a car, parasites, or illness. Instead, she was one of the lucky ones! She was saved and learned that inside is safe, people are nice, pets are good, and cuddles are great. Her community saved her and didn’t let her slip through the cracks.

Her initial outrage really resonated with us and captured an emotion many of us have felt or are feeling, so we decided it was a perfect opportunity to create this "Hiss Hiss" design.

After polling our followers, we've determined that the proceeds from sales of this sticker will be split between Planned Parenthood & The Trevor Project

Stickers are available in store and on our website at www.tallycatcafe.com/gift-shop

10/29/2024

Happy National Cat Day! 🎃🐈‍⬛

To celebrate, comment with a picture of your cat(s)! Bonus points if they’re alumni 😻

& Don’t forget to vote in the pumpkin carving contest!

10/29/2024

It’s time to pick the winner of our pumpkin carving decorator contest!

We hosted several nights of pumpkin carving with cats, and these were the results! React to your favorites and the photo with the most reactions will be our winner 🧡🎃

Winner will receive two cat passes along with two spooky cat skull pins and matching stickers!

Voting closes and winners announced November 1st at noon!

10/15/2024

Have you booked your seat for pumpkin carving with cats?

Book now on our website at www.tallycatcafe.com/reservations

We pre-hollow the pumpkins and preserve them with vinegar so you get to focus on carving your vision, or as much as you can while the cats do their best to distract you, and leave with the purrfect Halloween decoration.

10/13/2024

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Hello to our new followers!

We know we have a lot of animal lovers who just found us, so we wanted to take this opportunity to share some information!

Formed in 1960, the Leon County Humane Society is Tallahassee’s largest life-saving, non-profit animal welfare organization.

With a mission to “Rescue, Rehabilitate, & Educate; Fostering a Kinder Community for People and Their Pets”, LCHS is dedicated to matching families with homeless pets, advocating for animals in need, and educating the community about responsible pet ownership. Approximately 1,000 animals find their way to LCHS every year through various means including transfer from crowded animal shelters, surrender by owners who can no longer care for their pet, and rescue from cruel and neglectful situations. Once healthy and available for adoption, we do our best to match adoptable pets with informed adopters.

LCHS is a life-saving organization, not an open intake shelter. Therefore, animal intake is limited to provide humane care and socialization for the animals in our program. LCHS works closely with numerous animal shelters as a receiving animal transfer agency. While we do receive some animals as owner surrenders, priority is placed on animals at risk of euthanasia. LCHS also works to find loving adoptive placement for many senior animals and animals with special needs. While LCHS does house adoptable cats and kittens on site, all underage kittens as well as some senior cats reside in foster homes. 10-16 cats are also housed at our adoption partner, Tally Cat Cafe.

The LCHS Dog Program is completely foster home based. All dogs live in homes with foster parents who are able to learn about the dogs and match them with the best possible home. Fosters are provided with food, supplies, and vet care through LCHS and our Veterinary partners.

LCHS foster parents and volunteers make a huge impact on the lives of animals within the organization. While LCHS is not directly affiliated with any national animal welfare organization, the organization does act as an Emergency Response and Placement Partner with both The Humane Society of the United States - Florida and the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. This allows LCHS to provide a safe foster environment for some additional animals who’ve fallen victim to cruelty.

At LCHS, we recognize the importance of educating and equipping the community to be the best pet owners possible. Through humane education lessons in local classrooms, offering spay and neuter vouchers and education, and offering assistance through the LCHS Pet Food Pantry, we seek to encourage a positive relationship between pet owners and the animals in their lives.

LCHS relies on the generosity of others to fulfill our mission to “Rescue, Rehabilitate & Educate, Fostering a Kinder Community for People and Their Pets”. We rely entirely on donations from our supporters. If you have questions about the Leon County Humane Society, animals in our care, or programs offered, feel free contact us!

You can see animals available for adoption any time on our website!

Cats: https://www.leoncountyhumane.org/adopt/adoptable-cats/

Dogs: https://www.leoncountyhumane.org/adopt/adoptable-dogs/

If you would like to support us in our mission to Rescue, Rehabilitate, and Educate, you can donate at www.leoncountyhumane.org/donate

Or, you can send us Highest Priority Items through our Amazon Wishlist here: https://a.co/d7b61Eh

We're also on Chewy! That wish list is here: https://prf.hn/click/camref:1100letsF/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.chewy.com%2Fg%2Fleon-county-humane-society_b68611572

Thank you for your support!