Fostering saves lives! Read below! CPCP is looking for temporary medical fosters who can open up their homes to new intakes! Despite our following strict protocols, the spread of sickness is inevitable in a shelter environment. To reduce this spread, we are looking for temporary foster homes to care for new intakes while they recover from a URI. If you do not feel comfortable caring for a sick cat, we also have healthy cats you can care for! This helps us prevent the spread of sickness between cats, thereby reducing veterinary costs, and allows us to save more cats since we won’t spend as much time returning cats back to health. What is a URI? A URI is an upper respiratory infection, manifesting itself as sneezing, eye/nose discharge, lack of appetite etc. A URI in a cat is just like a typical human cold; it’s a common virus that spreads easily between cats. Treatment for URIs can be as simple as wiping the discharge from the nose and eyes a few times daily to providing an immune-boosting supplement like Viralys or Imuquin in their wet food. Another highly effective treatment is “shower steaming,” in which you can turn the shower on hot and let it steam with the cat in the bathroom for 5-10 minutes. In more extreme cases, a cat may require an oral medication for a URI, and we would be happy to provide assistance on how to medicate a cat. While we do our best to create a safe and quiet environment for our kitties, the shelter can often be a stressful place. Having a comfortable place to rest and receive one-on-one attention allows a cat to recover more quickly than in the shelter. If you’re interested in being a medical foster or even a temporary or long-term foster and have questions, please reach out to fosterscpcp@gmail.com with your inquiries!😸 #cats #kittens #adoptus #catshelter #rescuecat #volunteering #fosterkittens #fostercats #communityservice #slovolunteering #sheltercats #calpoly #calpolyproud #slo #sanluisobispo #calpolycatprogram

This is Romeo, one of our newer kitties brought in by our TNR team. Just days after being in the shelter, Romeo became sick; he was open-mouth breathing, drooling, and running a fever. After receiving veterinary care, it was suspected that he had feline calicivirus, which is a very contagious illness that causes upper respiratory infections and oral disease, like ulcers. Because Romeo wasn’t eating, he had a feeding tube put in to provide him with adequate nutrition while he healed. He recently began eating on his own and no longer requires tube-feeding!🥳 Romeo is proving to be an affectionate and gentle cuddle bug. If you want to help us create more success stories like Romeo’s, consider donating to our program! Veterinary visits, procedures, and medications are expensive and add up quickly. You can find ways to donate through our website: calpolycatprogram.org/donate. We are so thankful for our supportive community! ❤️ #cats #kittens #adoptus #catshelter #rescuecat #volunteering #fosterkittens #fostercats #communityservice #slovolunteering #sheltercats #calpoly #calpolyproud #slo #sanluisobispo #calpolycatprogram

This little adoptable lovebug is Clawdia! Clawdia is a talker and will tell you exactly what she wants at all times- love! She is a total lap cat and will sit and snuggle with you for hours. She’ll also greet you when you come home! Clawdia is the mom of our Olympian litter, and she is positive for FeLV, although so far she doesn’t have any symptoms. She’ll just need extra love and care, as well as high quality food in a strictly indoor home. Clawdia can be adopted with another FeLV + kitty and would prefer no dogs. Her foster mom says she’s the purrfect companion! If you’d like to take Clawdia home or want to learn more about her condition, please contact adoptionscpcp@gmail.com!💗 #cats #kittens #adoptus #catshelter #rescuecat #volunteering #fosterkittens #fostercats #communityservice #slovolunteering #sheltercats #calpoly #calpolyproud #slo #sanluisobispo #calpolycatprogram

Meet Ampersand, a once-shy cat now revealing her unique personality. While she may prefer moments of solitude, Ampersand is easily coaxed with treats and appreciates gentle brushing and petting. Occasionally her old-self might come out with a hiss if approached too quickly. Ampersand needs a home with patient companions, who understand her independent nature. As she warms up, she’ll express gratitude by kneading biscuits—a gesture that signifies trust and affection. Think you’re the one for Ampersand? Email us at adoptionscpcp@gmail.com! #cats #kittens #adoptus #catshelter #rescuecat #volunteering #fosterkittens #fostercats #communityservice #slovolunteering #sheltercats #calpoly #calpolyproud #slo #sanluisobispo #calpolycatprogram

Meet Lexapro, the spirited 2-year-old seeking her perfect match! With her sassy demeanor and playful nature, Lexapro knows how to steal hearts. Constantly seeking attention and adoring scratches and pets with our volunteers, she’s a bundle of joy waiting for the right home. Once comfortable, she also loves being around people. She is up to date on all vaccinations and tests; she’s ready for her forever home. Email adoptionscpcp@gmail.com today if you think Lexapro might be the one for you! #cats #kittens #adoptus #catshelter #rescuecat #volunteering #fosterkittens #fostercats #communityservice #slovolunteering #sheltercats #calpoly #calpolyproud #slo #sanluisobispo #calpolycatprogram

Meet Alanine, the 8 year old cuddly charmer available to adopt! This big boy adores attention and will purr up a storm the moment he receives some chin scratches. Alanine is content to chill by himself but thrives on human affection. With his super fluffy coat, he’s a fan of regular brushing sessions. Ready to welcome this sweet boy into your life? Email adoptionscpcp@gmail.com today to give Alanine the loving forever home he deserves! #cats #kittens #adoptus #catshelter #rescuecat #volunteering #fosterkittens #fostercats #communityservice #slovolunteering #sheltercats #calpoly #calpolyproud #slo #sanluisobispo #calpolycatprogram

This post is dedicated to our club advisor Damon Watkins! We want to him for his unwavering support to our cats and our program. Thank you Damon for everything you have done for us! #cats #kittens #adoptus #catshelter #rescuecat #volunteering #fosterkittens #fostercats #communityservice #slovolunteering #sheltercats #calpoly #calpolyproud #slo #sanluisobispo #calpolycatprogram