Shadow Cats
@shadowcats.bsky.social
Sanctuary life, just outside Austin, TX 💚
We are a 501c3 nonprofit that cares for FeLV+ & special needs cats, and we support TNR 😻
Come for the mission, stay for the cats:
🔗 linktr.ee/shadowcats 🐈🐈⬛
We are a 501c3 nonprofit that cares for FeLV+ & special needs cats, and we support TNR 😻
Come for the mission, stay for the cats:
🔗 linktr.ee/shadowcats 🐈🐈⬛
We asked the cats what they are thankful for today: warm laps, soft beds, treats, sunbeams, and “whoever brushed me this morning.” 😹
We are thankful for you.
Your kindness gives every Shadow Cat a chance to feel safe, loved, and exactly where they belong.
Happy Thanksgiving. 💚🐾
We are thankful for you.
Your kindness gives every Shadow Cat a chance to feel safe, loved, and exactly where they belong.
Happy Thanksgiving. 💚🐾
November 27, 2025 at 4:01 PM
We asked the cats what they are thankful for today: warm laps, soft beds, treats, sunbeams, and “whoever brushed me this morning.” 😹
We are thankful for you.
Your kindness gives every Shadow Cat a chance to feel safe, loved, and exactly where they belong.
Happy Thanksgiving. 💚🐾
We are thankful for you.
Your kindness gives every Shadow Cat a chance to feel safe, loved, and exactly where they belong.
Happy Thanksgiving. 💚🐾
Thanksgiving Eve vibes from Cora, who is enjoying a pre-holiday snack from staffer Claire. 💚 When she first arrived she was a little “wild,” especially around other cats. Now she is thriving in Cookie’s Cottage and these photos prove it. 😹
November 26, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Thanksgiving Eve vibes from Cora, who is enjoying a pre-holiday snack from staffer Claire. 💚 When she first arrived she was a little “wild,” especially around other cats. Now she is thriving in Cookie’s Cottage and these photos prove it. 😹
Our friends at @Studio512tv gave us an amazing shoutout on their blog today! We are so grateful for them to feature our upcoming Shadow Cats Holidays at the Sanctuary event and hope you can join us! 💚
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November 26, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Our friends at @Studio512tv gave us an amazing shoutout on their blog today! We are so grateful for them to feature our upcoming Shadow Cats Holidays at the Sanctuary event and hope you can join us! 💚
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Ebi’s face before and after I told her it’s only Wednesday. Some of us move slowly, and Ebi, with her cat-itude, must make her objections known. 😹
When I joined her on the catio, she meowed at me. She’s had opinions before, and I know to stick around, offer pets, and get my photos. 😼
When I joined her on the catio, she meowed at me. She’s had opinions before, and I know to stick around, offer pets, and get my photos. 😼
November 26, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Ebi’s face before and after I told her it’s only Wednesday. Some of us move slowly, and Ebi, with her cat-itude, must make her objections known. 😹
When I joined her on the catio, she meowed at me. She’s had opinions before, and I know to stick around, offer pets, and get my photos. 😼
When I joined her on the catio, she meowed at me. She’s had opinions before, and I know to stick around, offer pets, and get my photos. 😼
Tabbytha Tuesday is here and our Queen has entered her Tupperware era. 😹 If there’s a container left out, she will inspect it—royal protocol! Sanctuary Manager Kearstin opened one up and found the best surprise: Tabbytha holding court in her new “office.” 💚
November 25, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Tabbytha Tuesday is here and our Queen has entered her Tupperware era. 😹 If there’s a container left out, she will inspect it—royal protocol! Sanctuary Manager Kearstin opened one up and found the best surprise: Tabbytha holding court in her new “office.” 💚
Hamilton found out it was Tuesday and immediately said, “Perfect. Time to serve looks.” 😹
And serve he did—tongue out, charm on, and ready to melt whoever dares enter Cookie’s Kingdom. Volunteers, staff… nobody’s safe. If you sit, your lap is now Hamilton’s property. No negotiations. 😻
And serve he did—tongue out, charm on, and ready to melt whoever dares enter Cookie’s Kingdom. Volunteers, staff… nobody’s safe. If you sit, your lap is now Hamilton’s property. No negotiations. 😻
November 25, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Hamilton found out it was Tuesday and immediately said, “Perfect. Time to serve looks.” 😹
And serve he did—tongue out, charm on, and ready to melt whoever dares enter Cookie’s Kingdom. Volunteers, staff… nobody’s safe. If you sit, your lap is now Hamilton’s property. No negotiations. 😻
And serve he did—tongue out, charm on, and ready to melt whoever dares enter Cookie’s Kingdom. Volunteers, staff… nobody’s safe. If you sit, your lap is now Hamilton’s property. No negotiations. 😻
It's the Monday before Thanksgiving and while MOST of us are mailing it in waiting for the holiday. Vance is all business 👨💼
This FeLVie orange man can be a bit spicy but when it comes to out staff, he trusts them enough to don a tie. Or maybe it took a pile of treats, who can say?!
This FeLVie orange man can be a bit spicy but when it comes to out staff, he trusts them enough to don a tie. Or maybe it took a pile of treats, who can say?!
November 24, 2025 at 9:02 PM
It's the Monday before Thanksgiving and while MOST of us are mailing it in waiting for the holiday. Vance is all business 👨💼
This FeLVie orange man can be a bit spicy but when it comes to out staff, he trusts them enough to don a tie. Or maybe it took a pile of treats, who can say?!
This FeLVie orange man can be a bit spicy but when it comes to out staff, he trusts them enough to don a tie. Or maybe it took a pile of treats, who can say?!
Crinkle Fry looking at Monday like he's watching a horror film 😹
Mondays are never welcome, especially when your a fluffy orange cat. Hating Mondays is kind of your... thing? Makes me wonder what Crinkle Fry would do to a plate of lasagna 😻
Mondays are never welcome, especially when your a fluffy orange cat. Hating Mondays is kind of your... thing? Makes me wonder what Crinkle Fry would do to a plate of lasagna 😻
November 24, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Crinkle Fry looking at Monday like he's watching a horror film 😹
Mondays are never welcome, especially when your a fluffy orange cat. Hating Mondays is kind of your... thing? Makes me wonder what Crinkle Fry would do to a plate of lasagna 😻
Mondays are never welcome, especially when your a fluffy orange cat. Hating Mondays is kind of your... thing? Makes me wonder what Crinkle Fry would do to a plate of lasagna 😻
One of our incredible volunteers, Kelly, surprised us this week with a beautiful watercolor portrait of our FeLVie calico queen, Callie. 🎨💚 Purrsonally inspected by Callie herself, it was met with full approval.
November 24, 2025 at 12:00 AM
One of our incredible volunteers, Kelly, surprised us this week with a beautiful watercolor portrait of our FeLVie calico queen, Callie. 🎨💚 Purrsonally inspected by Callie herself, it was met with full approval.
Marigold ain't too happy that it's already Sunday. But seconds later, she was fine because she remembered that even though tomorrow is Monday, she's got no other place she'd rather be than atop a tree in Shadow Cats 💚
November 23, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Marigold ain't too happy that it's already Sunday. But seconds later, she was fine because she remembered that even though tomorrow is Monday, she's got no other place she'd rather be than atop a tree in Shadow Cats 💚
Barney was found outside a Family Dollar. Sadly, he tested positive for FeLV and was recommended for euthanasia. The finder refused and contacted us and we were able to take him in!
Barney, here less than a week, greets us, asks for snacks, and shows his adorable perma-snarl. Safe and home now.
Barney, here less than a week, greets us, asks for snacks, and shows his adorable perma-snarl. Safe and home now.
November 22, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Barney was found outside a Family Dollar. Sadly, he tested positive for FeLV and was recommended for euthanasia. The finder refused and contacted us and we were able to take him in!
Barney, here less than a week, greets us, asks for snacks, and shows his adorable perma-snarl. Safe and home now.
Barney, here less than a week, greets us, asks for snacks, and shows his adorable perma-snarl. Safe and home now.
This last weekend we hosted another amazing Volunteer Potluck. Sanctuary Director Sarah gave us all the latest deets about things going on at Shadow Cats and we also gathered all the cards the kitties wrote for Santa, some of which are displayed here from Ebi and Shadow II.
November 22, 2025 at 4:00 PM
This last weekend we hosted another amazing Volunteer Potluck. Sanctuary Director Sarah gave us all the latest deets about things going on at Shadow Cats and we also gathered all the cards the kitties wrote for Santa, some of which are displayed here from Ebi and Shadow II.
Friends, the weekend is upon us and luckily for you, staffer Abby took in Petunia's Friday Fit Check before the clouds and rain descended upon central Texas 🌅
Sporting a sunny yellow onesie and a confident pose, Ms. Tuna is crushing us with her fashionista energy 💃
Sporting a sunny yellow onesie and a confident pose, Ms. Tuna is crushing us with her fashionista energy 💃
November 21, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Friends, the weekend is upon us and luckily for you, staffer Abby took in Petunia's Friday Fit Check before the clouds and rain descended upon central Texas 🌅
Sporting a sunny yellow onesie and a confident pose, Ms. Tuna is crushing us with her fashionista energy 💃
Sporting a sunny yellow onesie and a confident pose, Ms. Tuna is crushing us with her fashionista energy 💃
Catio check-in from our Felvie gals who decided to snuggle outside.
Dixie, Baylor, Delilah, Lottie have found great spots to ride out the week until Caturday.
They have their week all figured out. Stay warm and comfy wherever you are. 💚
Dixie, Baylor, Delilah, Lottie have found great spots to ride out the week until Caturday.
They have their week all figured out. Stay warm and comfy wherever you are. 💚
November 21, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Catio check-in from our Felvie gals who decided to snuggle outside.
Dixie, Baylor, Delilah, Lottie have found great spots to ride out the week until Caturday.
They have their week all figured out. Stay warm and comfy wherever you are. 💚
Dixie, Baylor, Delilah, Lottie have found great spots to ride out the week until Caturday.
They have their week all figured out. Stay warm and comfy wherever you are. 💚
November 20, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Mr. Toes is here to deliver a mid-week pick me up. From nestling in Claire's arms to giving the camera his best Blue Steel®️, this dude is always available to give us a smile.
Felvie, polydactyl , and the most verbose cat in the entire sanctuary? You might say Mr. Toes is the Total Package 😻
Felvie, polydactyl , and the most verbose cat in the entire sanctuary? You might say Mr. Toes is the Total Package 😻
November 20, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Mr. Toes is here to deliver a mid-week pick me up. From nestling in Claire's arms to giving the camera his best Blue Steel®️, this dude is always available to give us a smile.
Felvie, polydactyl , and the most verbose cat in the entire sanctuary? You might say Mr. Toes is the Total Package 😻
Felvie, polydactyl , and the most verbose cat in the entire sanctuary? You might say Mr. Toes is the Total Package 😻
A tale as old as time: a cat becoming absolutely obsessed with a completely random object 😹
I can’t tell you why, but ever since I started coming to Shadow Cats to take photos of all my buddies, KitKat has been deeply in love with this one specific pair of sneakers. Like… every time. Without fail.
I can’t tell you why, but ever since I started coming to Shadow Cats to take photos of all my buddies, KitKat has been deeply in love with this one specific pair of sneakers. Like… every time. Without fail.
November 19, 2025 at 10:01 PM
A tale as old as time: a cat becoming absolutely obsessed with a completely random object 😹
I can’t tell you why, but ever since I started coming to Shadow Cats to take photos of all my buddies, KitKat has been deeply in love with this one specific pair of sneakers. Like… every time. Without fail.
I can’t tell you why, but ever since I started coming to Shadow Cats to take photos of all my buddies, KitKat has been deeply in love with this one specific pair of sneakers. Like… every time. Without fail.
Not every cat loves human contact... or contact of any kind for that matter. Mystique came to us earlier this year and has remained pretty aloof, sitting in the tallest cat tree she can find and huddling away from us or any of the cats.
But lately? Maybe the tide is turning for this FeLV+ girl.
But lately? Maybe the tide is turning for this FeLV+ girl.
November 19, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Not every cat loves human contact... or contact of any kind for that matter. Mystique came to us earlier this year and has remained pretty aloof, sitting in the tallest cat tree she can find and huddling away from us or any of the cats.
But lately? Maybe the tide is turning for this FeLV+ girl.
But lately? Maybe the tide is turning for this FeLV+ girl.
Please welcome Prince Dorian to Shadow Cats! 👑💚
He arrived from the faraway Kingdom of… San Antonio, and he’s already settling into the softest, snuggliest beds in Cookie’s Kingdom. And yes — he blessed us with a perfect Tongue Out Tuesday moment in one of his photos. 😹👅
He arrived from the faraway Kingdom of… San Antonio, and he’s already settling into the softest, snuggliest beds in Cookie’s Kingdom. And yes — he blessed us with a perfect Tongue Out Tuesday moment in one of his photos. 😹👅
November 18, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Please welcome Prince Dorian to Shadow Cats! 👑💚
He arrived from the faraway Kingdom of… San Antonio, and he’s already settling into the softest, snuggliest beds in Cookie’s Kingdom. And yes — he blessed us with a perfect Tongue Out Tuesday moment in one of his photos. 😹👅
He arrived from the faraway Kingdom of… San Antonio, and he’s already settling into the softest, snuggliest beds in Cookie’s Kingdom. And yes — he blessed us with a perfect Tongue Out Tuesday moment in one of his photos. 😹👅
🚨 Torbie Tongue Out Tuesday Alert! 🚨
KitKat’s here to deliver a masterclass in subtle tongue sass 👅 Once a total diva, this torbie icon has mellowed with age, but she still knows how to steal the spotlight.
Now settling into her new digs in the Wild Side room, she’s cozy, confident, and charming 💚
KitKat’s here to deliver a masterclass in subtle tongue sass 👅 Once a total diva, this torbie icon has mellowed with age, but she still knows how to steal the spotlight.
Now settling into her new digs in the Wild Side room, she’s cozy, confident, and charming 💚
November 18, 2025 at 4:03 PM
🚨 Torbie Tongue Out Tuesday Alert! 🚨
KitKat’s here to deliver a masterclass in subtle tongue sass 👅 Once a total diva, this torbie icon has mellowed with age, but she still knows how to steal the spotlight.
Now settling into her new digs in the Wild Side room, she’s cozy, confident, and charming 💚
KitKat’s here to deliver a masterclass in subtle tongue sass 👅 Once a total diva, this torbie icon has mellowed with age, but she still knows how to steal the spotlight.
Now settling into her new digs in the Wild Side room, she’s cozy, confident, and charming 💚
It’s Monday, and Lottie, Pepper, and Dixie would like everyone to know they are not on board. 😼💚
Lottie is glaring from her sunbeam like Monday personally offended her
Pepper has decided the blanket is now her full-time residence
And Dixie? She’s tucked in her cubby, eyes narrowed, already over it
Lottie is glaring from her sunbeam like Monday personally offended her
Pepper has decided the blanket is now her full-time residence
And Dixie? She’s tucked in her cubby, eyes narrowed, already over it
November 17, 2025 at 10:00 PM
It’s Monday, and Lottie, Pepper, and Dixie would like everyone to know they are not on board. 😼💚
Lottie is glaring from her sunbeam like Monday personally offended her
Pepper has decided the blanket is now her full-time residence
And Dixie? She’s tucked in her cubby, eyes narrowed, already over it
Lottie is glaring from her sunbeam like Monday personally offended her
Pepper has decided the blanket is now her full-time residence
And Dixie? She’s tucked in her cubby, eyes narrowed, already over it
🎄🐾 Go ahead… pore over the amazing gift items featured in our Grotto Wish Book! We’ve captured the nostalgic, heart-warming spirit of a vintage Christmas catalog, but with a mission-driven twist. ❤️ All items were lovingly created & donated by our Shadow Cats Crafter Elves.
November 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM
🎄🐾 Go ahead… pore over the amazing gift items featured in our Grotto Wish Book! We’ve captured the nostalgic, heart-warming spirit of a vintage Christmas catalog, but with a mission-driven twist. ❤️ All items were lovingly created & donated by our Shadow Cats Crafter Elves.
We’ve got a few kitties still in denial that the weekend’s over. 😸
Petunia, Crinkle Fry, and Bruce regulars on the Wild Side catio — and more often than not, you’ll find them crashed out on the catio, living their best lives. 🌿
Petunia, Crinkle Fry, and Bruce regulars on the Wild Side catio — and more often than not, you’ll find them crashed out on the catio, living their best lives. 🌿
November 17, 2025 at 4:31 PM
We’ve got a few kitties still in denial that the weekend’s over. 😸
Petunia, Crinkle Fry, and Bruce regulars on the Wild Side catio — and more often than not, you’ll find them crashed out on the catio, living their best lives. 🌿
Petunia, Crinkle Fry, and Bruce regulars on the Wild Side catio — and more often than not, you’ll find them crashed out on the catio, living their best lives. 🌿
Just taking a moment to appreciate a few of the characters who make Shadow Cats what it is. 💚🐾
✨ Baylor — our photogenic princess.
🔥 Darby — the spicy gray-and-white troublemaker.
😹 Dottie — clumsy, fluffy, and endlessly lovable.
👑 Lottie — the white queen who clearly runs the room.
✨ Baylor — our photogenic princess.
🔥 Darby — the spicy gray-and-white troublemaker.
😹 Dottie — clumsy, fluffy, and endlessly lovable.
👑 Lottie — the white queen who clearly runs the room.
November 16, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Just taking a moment to appreciate a few of the characters who make Shadow Cats what it is. 💚🐾
✨ Baylor — our photogenic princess.
🔥 Darby — the spicy gray-and-white troublemaker.
😹 Dottie — clumsy, fluffy, and endlessly lovable.
👑 Lottie — the white queen who clearly runs the room.
✨ Baylor — our photogenic princess.
🔥 Darby — the spicy gray-and-white troublemaker.
😹 Dottie — clumsy, fluffy, and endlessly lovable.
👑 Lottie — the white queen who clearly runs the room.
Welcome to Cookie’s Kingdom, one of our four FeLV+ rooms! 👑💚
Home to Lottie, Bebe, Hamilton, and so many sweet souls who thrive with love, care, and a safe space to call their own.
Come take a quick tour of their little kingdom! ✨
Home to Lottie, Bebe, Hamilton, and so many sweet souls who thrive with love, care, and a safe space to call their own.
Come take a quick tour of their little kingdom! ✨
November 16, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Welcome to Cookie’s Kingdom, one of our four FeLV+ rooms! 👑💚
Home to Lottie, Bebe, Hamilton, and so many sweet souls who thrive with love, care, and a safe space to call their own.
Come take a quick tour of their little kingdom! ✨
Home to Lottie, Bebe, Hamilton, and so many sweet souls who thrive with love, care, and a safe space to call their own.
Come take a quick tour of their little kingdom! ✨