The Therapeutic Benefits Of Watching Our Cats On Live Stream

There is something captivating about watching a cat at rest or in play. Whether it’s the gentle rise and fall of a slumbering feline or the hilarious antics of a playful kitten, spending time observing cats can bring a sense of peace, joy, and even humor into our lives. At Fur Ever Home Cat Sanctuary, we’ve taken this one step further, launching a 24/7 live stream of our resident cats. Today, we’re going to explore the therapeutic benefits that can come from tuning in to our cat live stream.

  1. Stress and Anxiety Relief:

Studies have shown that interacting with pets, including cats, can significantly reduce stress and anxiety levels. Watching our cat live stream can have a similar effect, providing a calming distraction from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Just watching cats sleep, play, or groom can induce feelings of tranquility and help alleviate everyday stresses.

  1. Mood Enhancement:

There’s something about the carefree attitude of cats that can lift our spirits. If you’re having a tough day, tuning into our live stream and watching our cats may provide a mood boost. The playful antics, unexpected behaviors, and even the occasional “cat-titude” can bring a smile to your face and lighten your mood.

  1. Better Focus and Productivity:

Having the cat live stream playing in the background as you work or study can also have benefits. The gentle, predictable movements of the cats can provide a soothing backdrop that aids concentration. Plus, taking short breaks to watch the cats can refresh your mind, potentially improving productivity.

  1. Sleep Aid:

If you’re someone who struggles with falling asleep, our cat live stream might help. The rhythmic purring and calm demeanor of a resting cat along with the sounds of nature can have a soporific effect, helping to lull you to sleep. Tune into our night-time live stream, and you might just find the sleep aid you’ve been looking for.

  1. Learning Empathy and Compassion:

Our live stream provides an opportunity to observe cats in a variety of situations. Witnessing their interactions, their care for each other, and even their occasional skirmishes, can foster empathy and compassion. This can be particularly beneficial for children, teaching them about care, kindness, and respect for animals.

  1. Sense of Community:

Finally, our live stream helps build a sense of community among cat lovers worldwide. Viewers can chat, share observations, and form connections with others who share their love for cats. This shared interest can foster a sense of belonging and camaraderie that contributes to overall wellbeing.

 

While nothing can replace the joy of a real-life purr or a nuzzle from a feline companion, our cat live stream provides an accessible and therapeutic alternative. Whether you’re seeking stress relief, a mood boost, or a sense of community, we invite you to tune in to our live stream and experience the calming, joyful presence of our Fur Ever Home residents.

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Frequently Asked Questions

At Fur Ever Home Cat Sanctuary, we prioritize the safety and well-being of our feline residents. For this reason, we do not publicly disclose our physical address in order to prevent unplanned drop-offs. Our sanctuary operates at its current maximum capacity, which means we are providing care for a significant number of cats. While we have space available for more cats and would love to help every feline in need, we are dependent on the support of our community to ensure we can provide proper care for each feline in need.

It is also important to note that Fur Ever Home Cat Sanctuary is specifically designed to provide a safe haven for unadoptable cats and those unlikely to survive in the wild. Many of our feline friends come from local humane societies that have determined them to be unadoptable and at risk of euthanasia.  We are grateful for your understanding and encourage you to join us in our mission to give these cats the life they deserve.

As a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we have received tax-exempt status from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). This means that when you contribute to our cause, your generous donations may be deductible from your taxable income, potentially reducing the amount of taxes you owe. Your support not only helps provide care and shelter for our feline residents but also comes with the added benefit of potential tax savings. We recommend consulting with a qualified tax professional to understand the specific guidelines and requirements for claiming tax deductions on charitable donations. Thank you for considering supporting our sanctuary and for making a difference in the lives of these precious cats.

Yes and this will likely fall under a “qualified sponsorship payment”.  IRC Section 513(i) defines a “qualified sponsorship payment” as any payment made by any person engaged in a trade or business with respect to which there is no arrangement or expectation that such person will receive any substantial return benefit other than the use or acknowledgement of the name or logo (or product lines) of such person’s trade or business in connection with the activities of the organization that receives such payment. We recommend consulting with a qualified tax professional to understand the specific guidelines and requirements for claiming tax deductions on qualified sponsorship payments.

Businesses who wish to sponsor the live stream can contact us for more information.

Yes, donation receipts are automatically sent to the email address use to make the donation.  You can also visit the  Donor Dashboard at anytime to see your donation history and modify any recurring donations you have created.

Additionally, each January an annual donation summary is sent for simplifying your annual reporting.

Fur Ever Home Cat Sanctuary is an all volunteer organization with no paid employees or board members.  100% of donations go to the actual costs of feeding cats, veterinary care, TNR Campaigns, and sanctuary maintenance.

Yes, you can select an In Honor or In Memory tribute during the donation process!

Yes there are!  Visit our Volunteer Page to fill out an inquiry form and we will be in contact with you shortly.  

Our spacious sanctuary is composed of a total of 4 sections that have unique fencing to help keep our felines in and predatory wildlife out.  The exterior perimeter is also equipped with an electric fence to prevent larger predators from digging under the fencing.

New cats are kept in segregation until they have been spayed/neutered and received any needed veterinary care before being released into our larger areas.  Care takers live on site at the sanctuary and feed, clean sand boxes, and visit with the cats multiple times daily.  In addition to our live stream we also have extensive additional security camera coverage around our facility and gated entrances into it.

We try and stay very active on social media and encourage you to follow our Facebook Page.

Yes. All payment information is processed directly through PayPal and no financial information is processed by our website. To learn more see how PayPal keeps data secure here.

Yes.  During the payment process instead of logging into a paypal account select the “Pay with Debit or Credit Card” option.

Alternatively you can also donate directly through our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/FurEverHomeCatSanctuary.

 

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Our donation platform offers the ability to create a donor page which also allows the public displaying of “In Honor of” and “In Memory of” tributes.  All donations regardless of anonymous status still receive a formal donation receipt.  We currently do not have this option enabled but may explore enabling it in the future.  If you would like your donation to display anonymously please select this option.  Past donations can also be changed to anonymous through the “Donor Dashboard”.