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Pixie Dust has floated from shelter life at Tree H Pixie Dust has floated from shelter life at Tree House into a new space ready for her magical sparkle! 🧚‍♀️✨⁠ ⁠ Now called Luma (named after the sweet star from Mario World), she’s gone from hiding on a suitcase under the bed to lighting up her new home with her new bestie and brother, Stephen. 👯‍♂️ Once skittish and shy, she’s now a proud little yapper—especially around mealtimes—and her adopter loves chatting right back with her. 💬🍴⁠ ⁠ Luma may be small, but she’s mighty. 💪You can find her jumping into play fights, cuddling and grooming Steph right after, then sprinting around like a tiny comet. ☄️ She also insists on supervising her humans, even if that means following someone straight into the bathroom. 😅⁠ ⁠ This little lady’s Happy Ending Tail is a reminder that the right cat, in the right moment, can truly change a home. 🐱💛Shine on, Luma! ⭐️
🐾 Dreaming of a Litter-Robot? Don’t hit paws on th 🐾 Dreaming of a Litter-Robot? Don’t hit paws on that dream just yet!⁠ ⁠ Join us at Lights of Love on ✨ Saturday, December 6, from 4:00–6:40 PM ✨ for your chance to win a Litter-Robot in our exclusive raffle! 🎟️🎉⁠ ⁠ @‌thelitterrobot is the highest-rated self-cleaning litter box—making your routine more innovative, healthy, and feline-forward. 😻 Just ask our café cats (and #TeamTreeHouse)!⁠ ⁠ 🎟️ Raffle reminder: You must be present at the event to enter!⁠ 💡 RSVP to Lights of Love: donate.treehouseanimals.org/love (link in bio)⁠ ⁠ Can’t make it that night? You can still support #TreeHouseCats! 🧡⁠ We’ve partnered with Whisker, creators of the Litter-Robot, to give you $50 OFF your order—and they’ll donate a portion back to Tree House to help save feline lives. 🐈‍⬛⁠ ⁠ 🛍️ Order your Litter-Robot here: bit.ly/LitterRobot-TreeHouse
🚨 4 DAYS ‘TIL $50 OFF ADOPTIONS! 🚨⁠ From Wednesday 🚨 4 DAYS ‘TIL $50 OFF ADOPTIONS! 🚨⁠ From Wednesday, November 19 through Sunday, November 23, take $50 off the adoption fee for ANY cat—kitten or adult! It’s a 5-day sprint, so set that reminder now. ⏰⁠ ⁠ Our adoption floor is open 12–6 PM. Adoptions are first-come, first-serve, so plan to arrive by 5 PM to take your new bestie home the same day. We can’t wait to make the introduction! 🐾💛⁠ ⁠ 🔗 Ready to scope out our adoptable kitties? Visit bit.ly/THHSAdopt (link in bio)⁠
Innovative cat care starts here 🐾⁠ ⁠ Tree House ha Innovative cat care starts here 🐾⁠ ⁠ Tree House has partnered with Whisker, the makers of the Litter-Robot, to bring innovative solutions to feline health and wellness to cat families everywhere.⁠ ⁠ Our café cats Origami and Moonshine love their Litter-Robot 4, the highest-rated self-cleaning litter box, and now your cat can, too! Shop through our link to get $50 off any Litter-Robot, and Whisker will give back to help #TreeHouseCats thrive. 💚⁠ ⁠ See the Litter-Robot 4 in action next time you visit our Cat Café — and give your cat the gift of healthier living.⁠ ⁠ Shop Whisker & Save $50:http://bit.ly/LitterRobot-TreeHouse (link in bio)
Thinking about adopting a second, third, or maybe Thinking about adopting a second, third, or maybe even fourth cat? (We won’t stop you 😸) Or maybe you’re planning to bring home a bonded pair?⁠ ⁠ We have a few #TreeHouseCats who could really use a “helper cat”—a friendly feline to keep them company and help them feel at ease. Some cats are social butterflies 🦋, and others just need one to show them the way.⁠ ⁠ Think about a time you needed a little support—maybe a first day of school, a new job, or walking into a room full of strangers. Having someone by your side makes all the difference. That’s exactly what these kitties are looking for: a built-in buddy to help them feel safe and confident. 💛⁠ ⁠ Meet our cats who would love a playmate:⁠ 🐾 The Flea⁠ 🐾 Origami*⁠ 🐾 Speed Cola⁠ 🐾 Juggernog⁠ ⁠ 🔗 bit.ly/THHSAdopt (link in bio)⁠ ⁠ *This cat is living with the feline leukemia (FeLV) virus. While their immune systems are delicate, they can still live several loving, fulfilling lives.
This mama’s got range — and she’s ready for her so This mama’s got range — and she’s ready for her solo! 🎤⁠ ⁠ Meet Vivace, our show-stopping calico who’s moving from ensemble to center stage now that her kittens have all sung their farewells. With her colorful coat and playful spirit, Vivace brings perfect harmony to any home.⁠ ⁠ Ready to make it a duet? Vivace is available for trial adoption — come find your rhythm together!⁠ ⁠ 🎼 Meet Vivace: bit.ly/THHSAdopt (link in bio)
A lucky thirteen #TreeHouseCats were adopted last A lucky thirteen #TreeHouseCats were adopted last week, and we know they all watched the very first snowfall of the season from the warmth of their new homes! ❄️⁠ ⁠ Congratulations to the eight adult cats starting their #HappyEndingTails:⁠ 🐾 Purrseus⁠ 🍯 Honeypie⁠ 🌾 Scarecrow⁠ 🏝️ Catalina⁠ 🕺 Groovy⁠ 👻 Ghostface⁠ 💥 Rikochet⁠ 🐿️ Squirrel Girl⁠ ⁠ Good luck to the five kittens who found loving families:⁠ 💎 Jewel & Tony’s⁠ 💫 Doctor Manhattan⁠ 🧁 Munchkin⁠ 🦋 Rorschach
Gray cats remind us of the gentler moments in life Gray cats remind us of the gentler moments in life — fog rolling over mountains, pebbles glistening on the shore, and the silver strands of hair on someone we love. 🌫️🐾⁠ ⁠ Did you know? For a cat to have solid gray fur, they need two genes: one for black fur, and a “dilute” gene that softens that black into gray. Science and beauty in perfect harmony. 💫⁠ ⁠ Meet a few of our gray #TreeHouseCats who are ready to bring calm and comfort to your days:⁠ 🐱 Moonshine*⁠ 🐱 Origami*⁠ 🐱 Miyamoto & Tatsu⁠ 🐱 Hampus & Halloumi (dog not included)⁠ 🐱 Herring⁠ ⁠ 🔗 bit.ly/THHSAdopt (link in bio)⁠ ⁠ *These cats are living with the Feline Leukemia (FeLV) virus. Though their immune systems are more delicate, they can still enjoy several loving, fulfilling years. 💙
NICE CAT OF THE WEEK: STICKS ✔️👍️⁠ Strike a pose! NICE CAT OF THE WEEK: STICKS ✔️👍️⁠ Strike a pose! Sticks served major Twiggy vibes for her foster pawrent’s camera before strutting onto our adoption floor—utterly profile pic-perfect. 🐾📸⁠ ⁠ NAUGHTY CAT OF THE WEEK: ANGELIQUE ❌️👎️⁠ Feeling a little chilly? We have a hunch Ang stole your heater… and maybe your heart too. 💨💖⁠ ⁠ 🔗 These fashionable (and mischievous) ladies are ready to meet you: bit.ly/THHSAdopt (link in bio)
Tomorrow is Veterans Day. ❤️🐾⁠ ⁠ This weekend, we’ Tomorrow is Veterans Day. ❤️🐾⁠ ⁠ This weekend, we’re honoring those who’ve served our country—with purrs, headbutts, and unconditional love.⁠ ⁠ Through Illinois House Bill 2500, U.S. military veterans can adopt a shelter cat (or dog) at no cost—including any of the amazing cats waiting here at Tree House. cat2⁠ ⁠ Veterans with a valid ID are eligible for one free adoption every two years—a small thank-you for the big contributions they’ve made.⁠ ⁠ If you know a veteran who could use a loyal companion (and a lot of cuddles), share this post and help them find their next best friend at Tree House. 💚⁠ ⁠ 🔗 Learn more about our special adoption offers: treehouseanimals.org/adopt/adoption-process-and-requirements/ (link in bio)
Hey batter batter! ⚾📣 Our latest Happy Ending Tail Hey batter batter! ⚾📣 Our latest Happy Ending Tail knocks it out of the park and proves that love always wins in extra innings. ❣️⁠ ⁠ Meet Wrigley Field, one of Tree House’s small but mighty all-star kittens, who stepped up to the plate, rounded the bases, and slid right into her adopter @‌annask12345's heart. ⭐🙌 For these two, it was love at first pitch. 😻 And honestly, who could resist an adorable and friendly kitten like her? (Not us!) 😅⁠ ⁠ Since being adopted in July, Wrigley Field has been showered with love, snuggles, and all the space she needs to become her happiest, most playful self. 💗 Now, she has a full team at home, including her doting big brother Theo, another Tree House alum, and Lisa, a fluffy, spunky pup who loves nothing more than cuddling with her new little sister. 😺🐶⁠ ⁠ Wrigley Field’s story is one we can proudly fly the W for! 🏆 Here’s to our little MVP and all the happy days ahead!
Open-heart surgery… on a cat?! 💓 That’s exactly wh Open-heart surgery… on a cat?! 💓 That’s exactly what saved Penny Lane’s life!⁠ ⁠ Penny Lane was found wandering our parking lot—friendly, but clearly in need of help. When our #VetMed staff examined her, they could see her heart murmur pulsing through her chest. 🩺 Tests revealed a PDA (patent ductus arteriosus)—a congenital heart defect that most cats don’t survive long with. But Penny Lane had already beaten the odds at around four years old!⁠ ⁠ 🏥 The incredible team at the Veterinary Specialty Center performed open-heart surgery and her spay procedure in one go—repairing her heart and ensuring she wouldn’t pass the condition to future kittens.⁠ ⁠ Today, Penny Lane is recovering in her foster home, taking her heart meds and stealing hearts along the way. We can’t wait to see her continue to heal—and, hopefully soon, find her match. 💕
Can you picture Angelique in your home? 🖼️⁠ ⁠ In h Can you picture Angelique in your home? 🖼️⁠ ⁠ In her foster home, Angelique spends her days basking in sunbeams and her nights curled up in front of the heater. We can’t blame her—who doesn’t love a little cozy warmth this time of year? 🤗⁠ ⁠ She’s a mix of sweet and spicy—think orange chicken or hot honey—and she’ll happily melt into a purr puddle in every warm nook and corner of your home.⁠ ⁠ Angelique is available through our Foster-to-Family program, which means you can adopt her straight from her foster home! 💛⁠ ⁠ 🔗 Meet this adorable girl: bit.ly/THHSAdopt (link in bio)
Founded by Tree House Board President Emeritus Dr. Founded by Tree House Board President Emeritus Dr. Ross Mahowald, My Neighborhood Vet is committed to providing proactive wellness and medical care for your furry family member. 🩺🐾 Serving pet families in Chicago, Lincolnwood, and Skokie, My Neighborhood Vet proudly uses Fear Free Principles to treat cats and dogs with empathy and kindness. As Board Emeritus, Dr. Ross serves on Tree House’s Access to Care committee, working to expand our community programs and bring quality veterinary care to pet families across the city.⁠ ⁠ Meet the My Neighborhood Vet team and enjoy cozy holiday activities for the whole family at Lights of Love! Made possible by our Community Sponsor, My Neighborhood Vet, our annual holiday event illuminates the shelter and celebrates the pets and people who have touched our lives. 💫⁠ ⁠ 🗓️ Saturday, Dec. 6 | 4:00–6:30 p.m.⁠ 📍 7225 N. Western Ave, Chicago⁠ ⁠ 🎟️ Admission is free! RSVP today: donate.treehouseanimals.org/love (link in bio)
Fourteen #TreeHouseCats found homes over Halloweek Fourteen #TreeHouseCats found homes over Halloweekend! 🎃🐾⁠ As we head into the holidays, we can’t help but wonder—how many more cats will find loving homes this season? ❤️⁠ ⁠ Congrats to the seven adult cats who turned the page on their #HappyEndingTails:⁠ 🐾 Boy Boy⁠ 💙 Beat Boppin’ Blueberry⁠ 🌸 Amelie⁠ 🍋 Lime Spindrift*⁠ 🍬 Candyman⁠ 🌾 Scarecrow⁠ 🎮 Sega⁠ ⁠ And best of luck to the seven kittens off to new beginnings:⁠ 💭 Brainstorm & Rough Draft⁠ 🤏 Teensy Weensy⁠ 🌙 Nite Owl⁠ 🕸️ Elvira⁠ 🧂 Salt⁠ ⚫ Pepper⁠ ⁠ *Adopted from their foster home 💕
They say redheads have more fun—our orange cats he They say redheads have more fun—our orange cats heard that and took it personally. 😼🔥⁠ ⁠ Celebrate National Redhead Day by meeting our squad of fiery gingers looking for homes!⁠ ⁠ ☀️ Harlow: Loves nothing more than snoozing under the sunlight.⁠ 🍊 Sandy: The #OrangeCatEnergy is strong in this one!⁠ 🍂 The Flea: Would love to have a kitty friend to play with.⁠ ⁠ Meet these #TreeHouseCats today: bit.ly/THHSAdopt (link in bio)
Oh, no worries… It’s not like we had our cat print Oh, no worries… It’s not like we had our cat print socks on or anything… #TreeHouseCats #Chicago #CatCafe #Cats #Cafe #Coffee #Matcha
Cats and dogs, working together?! 🐱🐶⁠ Away with th Cats and dogs, working together?! 🐱🐶⁠ Away with the cats-vs-dogs debate—what if they teamed up for good?⁠ ⁠ If you’re a #DogLover, you’ve probably heard of parvovirus—a contagious and often deadly illness for puppies. Cats have their own version, called panleukopenia, which can be just as serious for kittens. That’s why vaccines are so important! 💉⁠ ⁠ Recently, #TreeHouseCats Sandman, Veronica, Happy, and Vicki (any Adam Sandler fans out there?) were diagnosed with panleukopenia. As part of an experimental treatment, our team received antibodies from a local animal rescue—originally designed for dogs with parvo! Some veterinarians have seen success using them for cats with no adverse side effects, as the antibodies can prevent the virus from replicating and help speed up recovery.⁠ ⁠ These cuties are still healing in foster care, but we’re hopeful! 💚 At Tree House, innovation drives everything we do—from testing new treatments to finding small, meaningful ways to improve care. Every step forward helps us build a better future for cats.
IT’S NATIONAL ANIMAL SHELTER APPRECIATION WEEK 🐾⁠ IT’S NATIONAL ANIMAL SHELTER APPRECIATION WEEK 🐾⁠ ⁠ Did you know Tree House is part of the Chicagoland Humane Coalition? To us, animal welfare is all about community. It takes a village—people AND the animals that inspire them—to create systematic change and improve access to life-saving care. 🌐⁠ ⁠ Being part of this village means collaborating. That’s why we’re proud to join forces with shelters across greater Chicago, working together every day to give more animals an opportunity to thrive.⁠ ⁠ In a world that can feel divided, we believe sticking together strengthens our impact. When you support Tree House, you’re also supporting the life-saving conversations, collaborations, and resources that help shelters across our city.⁠ ⁠ Learn more about the coalition 👉 chicagolandhumane.org (link in bio)
Good golly! 🙀 Tree House’s gray-shaded sweetheart Good golly! 🙀 Tree House’s gray-shaded sweetheart Golly Sandra found her Happy Ending Tail in May, and life has been one big cozy cuddle ever since.⁠ ⁠ Now called Luna, a name as bright as her spirit, this curious girl spends her time at home soaking up sunshine, chasing an abundance of toys, and plotting her next scrunchie heist (because you can never have too many)! 🌙🤔⁠ ⁠ When she’s not off on her own adventures, Luna’s a true social butterfly and ready to charm anyone she meets, whether they’re on two legs or four. 🦋⁠ ⁠ And on occasion, Luna heads out on her spooky-cute bat-winged leash to soak up all the yard’s best sniffs.🦇 Back inside, her zoomies have her scaling her cat tree or playing hide-and-seek in the closet.⁠ ⁠ Something tells us this little moonbeam is where she’s meant to be and we’re sure her glow will only grow. 🥰💫
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