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Kitten Prep Perfection: My Journey with Ivy’s Arrival

**Welcome to the Catster Family!** Prepare for a furry adventure with our newest Wednesday Cat, Ivy! Follow Crystal's journey as she shares how she prepared for Ivy's arrival, navigating the world of cat carriers, bowls, beds, and more. Discover the essentials and unexpected surprises that come with welcoming a new feline friend. Learn about Ivy's unique preferences, from her love of toys to her fascination with boxes. Embark on a heartwarming and relatable experience as Crystal shares her preparations for Ivy, showcasing the joys and challenges of becoming a cat owner.
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Cat Writers’ Association Selects EveryCat Health Foundation for 2024 Annual Fundraiser

**EveryCat Health Foundation Honored as Recipient of 2024 Cat Writers' Association Fundraiser** The EveryCat Health Foundation has been selected as the recipient of the Cat Writers' Association's annual fundraiser, which supports feline health research. The organization has been a pioneer in funding scientific advancements in cat health since its inception in 1968. **About EveryCat Health Foundation** Founded by The Cat Fanciers' Association, EveryCat Health Foundation has awarded over $10 million in grants for feline health studies at partner institutions worldwide. Their mission is to advance feline health by investing in groundbreaking research and education, benefiting feline companions and their families globally. **Impactful Research Grants** EveryCat's grants have significantly advanced feline medicine, including: * Finding a cure for feline infectious peritonitis * Linking dietary taurine deficiency to dilated cardiomyopathy * Discovering a second feline blood type * Identifying genetic defects and developing DNA tests for carrier identification * Improving non-invasive blood pressure measurements * Developing in-clinic testing for feline leukemia virus * Proving the safety of early-age spay/neuter **How to Support EveryCat** Individuals and organizations can contribute to the Cat Writers' Association fundraiser at https://go.rallyup.com/cwa2024/Campaign/Details. Additional options to support EveryCat Health Foundation are available at https://everycat.org/ways-to-give.