American Cats Makes it's US debut!
September 2024
Bean
Inside this issue:
- American Cats: The Good, The Bad & The Cuddly Makes its US debut at the Hamptons International Film Festival
- A few tickets are still available for our Halloween Cat Blanket Fundraiser in Oyster Bay
- Dr. Susan Whittred named Feline Veterinary Hero by dvm360®
- Save The Date for our Seniors for Seniors Halloween event at The Bristal Assisted Living in Westbury
- Meet Bean - Our newest heartthrob
American Cats: The Good, The Bad & The Cuddly, makes its US premier at the Hamptons International Film Festival held at various venues in East Hampton on Saturday, October 5th at 12 noon, with a second screening on Sunday, October 6th at 11:45 a.m..
Correspondent, Amy Hoggart ("Full Frontal" with Samantha Bee) brings viewers along on her journey to uncover the truth about declawing, which can have devastating impacts on feline health. This documentary movie features Paw Project founder, Dr. Jennifer Conrad, as well as our own Dr. Susan and scenes shot here at the Ladew Cat Sanctuary (your Ladewbie might even be in a few scenes!).
Burrito
Documentary filmmaker Todd Bieber's latest satirical expose is a not-to-be-missed film for all cat lovers.
Former Ladewbie, 4-paw-declawed, 14-year-old Burrito takes center stage in the film, which documents his journey throughout the film.
Many participants of the film will be at these screenings for a Q&A after the movie and we hope to see you there!
Halloween Cat Blanket Fundraiser
Please join us on Saturday, September 28th from 1-3 pm for our Halloween Cat Blanket Fundraiser to benefit our Seniors for Seniors Program. Participants will make two "cat sized" blankets (roughly 3' x 3'). The cost is $30 per person and materials will be provided. The funds raised will help us continue to pay for the medical care of senior cats adopted by senior citizens.
Tammy with a sample blanket
Participants can either keep the blankets or donate one or both to the sanctuary for Tammy and her friends. The event will be held at the Hive Market right in downtown Oyster Bay! Space is limited so please reserve your spot soon and we hope to see you there.
Participants at last year's Blanket Workshop
dvm360® names Dr. Susan Whittred as winner in the feline medicine category of their Veterinary Heroes® recognition program.
The program recognizes those who have positively impacted animal care, demonstrating leadership, expertise and a commitment to improving the health and well-being of animals. These recognized invidiuals have excelled in their professional roles and influenced the broader veterinary community, setting new standards and inspiring others to continue evolving the practice of veterinary care.*
*GlobalNewswire, September 6, 2024. Source: DVM360®
Dr. Susan Whittred with a friend
The award will be presented to Dr. Whittred in Long Beach, California on December 8th. On learning about winning the award, Dr. Whittred said "I am humbled and honored to receive this prestigious award. I have always loved cats and being able to care for them and make their lives better is a privilege. To receive this award for doing a job I love, is icing on the cake."
Save the Date: Saturday, October 26th - for an Adoption Event at The Bristal in Westbury!
Dr. Susan's mother, Lillian with her cat Barney - while residing at The Bristal.
Please join us for a unique adoption event at The Bristal Assisted Living in Westbury located at 117 Post Avenue on Saturday, October 26th from 12 to 3 p.m.
This Halloween-themed event will highlight our Seniors for Seniors program which reduces barriers to pet adoption for seniors by continuing to pay all reasonable medical expenses for the cat and allowing senior cats to return to the Ladew Cat Sanctuary if their adopter becomes unable to care for them.
The Bristal will be decorated for Halloween and will provide cat cupcakes and Halloween themed finger-food. Staff and volunteers of the Ladew Cat Sanctuary will be on hand to discuss our Seniors for Seniors Program and to introduce attendees to cats of all ages who are available for adoption. The event is free and open to the public, although RSVP's are encouraged to info@theladewcatsanctuary.org.
Benefits of pet companionship for seniors include improved physical and mental health, improved quality of life, and longer lifespan. In recognition of this:
- The Bristal Senior Living Community allows residents to have cats and small dogs (conditions apply) and
- The Ladew Foundation eliminates the two major barriers to seniors adopting pets -- the potential cost of medical care for the cat and worry about what if something happens to the adopter -- through its Seniors for Seniors Program.
Stop by if you're in the area and feel free to bring a friend!
Meet Bean! Our Newest Hearthrob
Bean
Bean showed up on our property a few weeks ago. We safely captured him in a trap, brought him in and gave him a complete veterinary exam. This young adult was in bad shape, weighing only 3.9 pounds when he should be a healthy 8!
He still has a ways to go, but we are so happy with his progress so far.
We don't know what happened to him, but his bloodwork is good and he has already gained 2 pounds. He recently started playing with toys and he loves Churu!
