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Positively Purr-Fect: Why FIV+ Cats Make Incredible Companions

News, Adoption Events / Anna Gonce

At Cat Depot, we believe every cat deserves a loving home—no exceptions. Yet some wonderful cats are often overlooked simply because of three letters: FIV.

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Help Cat Depot Empty the Shelter May 7-10

Adoption Events / Anna Gonce

From May 7–10, thanks to BISSELL Pet Foundation, all adult cat adoption fees are just $25.

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Kids and Cats Make Learning Fun

News / Anna Gonce

Cat Depot proudly brought learning to life through our signature “Adopt-A-Plushie” experience as part of Remake Learning Days.

Kids and Cats Make Learning Fun Read More »

Giving Challenge 2026 – Wrap Up

Fundraising Campaigns / Anna Gonce

Cat Depot thanks our community for choosing to BE THE ONE to give a cat a second chance during the 2026 Giving Challenge.

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Vassar’s Nine lives

Fundraising Campaigns / Anna Gonce

Vassar showed up at Cat Depot already working through a few of her nine lives.

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Bear’s Second Chance

Fundraising Campaigns / Anna Gonce

Bear has a LOT to say. Most of it is disapproving.

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Giving Challenge 2026 – Matilda Deserves A Second Chance

Fundraising Campaigns / Anna Gonce

When Matilda arrived at Cat Depot, she wasn’t carried in by loving hands.
She was left behind in a cardboard box — taped shut — and surrendered under duress.
Her story began in fear and uncertainty… but it doesn’t end there.

Giving Challenge 2026 – Matilda Deserves A Second Chance Read More »

Lifesaving Grant Makes a Difference

News / Anna Gonce

Grant from the Manatee Community Foundation saves Captain Jack and Riley.

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The Kittens Are Coming

News / Anna Gonce

Kitten Season is the toughest time of year for animal shelters and rescues like Cat Depot. This is when organizations step up in a big way, providing immediate, lifesaving care to a steady influx of kittens in crisis.

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Grant Support Saves Carrot Cake

News / Anna Gonce

Cat Depot is deeply grateful to be awarded $16,500 from the Community Foundation of Sarasota County to support the lifesaving rescue of cats and kittens from Sarasota County.

Grant Support Saves Carrot Cake Read More »

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Open Daily: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

2542 17th St, Sarasota, FL 34234

941-366-2404

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2542 17th St, Sarasota, FL 34234

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