• 🐱 A floating cat sanctuary in the Netherlands

• 🐈 Meet today's featured feline, Roo

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• 🐈 The most unique cat rescues around the world

• 😺 How to start planning for retirement

True or False?

During the early 1990s, the Super Nintendo Entertainment System created a video game called Socks the Cat Rocks the Hill, featuring President Clinton's favorite feline.

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Amsterdam is famous for its picturesque canals and houseboats, but there’s one floating abode that stands out among the rest: De Poezenboot, or The Catboat. This isn’t just any houseboat; it’s a full-fledged cat rescue and sanctuary that’s been keeping felines dry since 1968.

Founded by the cat-loving Mrs. van Weelde, The Catboat started as a creative solution to her overcrowded home of rescue cats. With its charming location and over 50 years of operation, it’s become a favorite spot for cat enthusiasts and tourists alike. From the brave Orfeas, who took a tumble out of a window, to Beyaz, the elderly gentleman with no eyes, The Catboat is home to a variety of cats looking for love and attention.

Tourists flock to The Catboat not just for its unique floating setup, but for the chance to meet these adorable residents. Though the boat has limited visiting hours to keep the kitties stress-free, it remains a top destination for those in search of a whisker-twitching good time. So, if you’re in Amsterdam and itching for some feline fun, The Catboat is your go-to spot.

Meet Roo, the lovable feline who’s living proof that you don’t need sight to have superpower skills—he navigates his house like a pro, takes care of foster kittens with the grace of a feline superhero, and loves his family like he’s got a sixth sense for affection. Who needs sight when you’ve got heart?

Image courtesy of Linda H.

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When it comes to cat rescues and sanctuaries, don’t let the image of forlorn felines waiting endlessly for adoption pull on your heartstrings too hard. These places are actually bustling with feline joy and, in some cases, are the ultimate cat havens. The quirkiest cat sanctuaries around the globe are far from dreary waiting rooms; they’re more like purr-filled party boats and luxurious cat condos.

The Catboat in Amsterdam isn’t the only unique feline paradise. Over in Utah, Cat World at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary is the ultimate cat resort, complete with slumber parties and sponsorships. Then there’s The Cat House on the Kings in California, where over 700 cats live the dream on a sprawling 12-acre estate, thanks to the life-saving work of Lynea Lattanzio.

Not to be outdone, the Lanai Cat Sanctuary in Hawaii offers a tropical retreat for over 600 cats, and The Odd Cat Sanctuary in Massachusetts gives extra TLC to cats with special needs. Finally, Tabby’s Place in New Jersey is a no-kill sanctuary where every cat, no matter their backstory, finds a forever home—or at least a forever cozy spot. So, while some sanctuaries focus on giving cats a home for life, others offer a taste of paradise, proving that these feline havens are far more than just temporary stops on the adoption express.

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🧐 True or False: True. Nintendo did create a game starring Socks the First Cat. Although it wasn't released when it was first developed, Socks the Cat was officially released in 2017.

😸 COTD: Give your purr-fect pet the spotlight by submitting them for the cat of the day! This month's theme is cats and their buddies. Send in your best pics of your cat with a friend, a short description, and their name to be featured in an upcoming newsletter.