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 🐈🐈⬛
Pepper is still donning her Christmas sweater 🎄 because once you commit to a look, you commit.
We’re almost to the weekend, folks. Thanks for spending a little piece of your Thursday with our cats 🐾
We’re almost to the weekend, folks. Thanks for spending a little piece of your Thursday with our cats 🐾
December 11, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Pepper is still donning her Christmas sweater 🎄 because once you commit to a look, you commit.
We’re almost to the weekend, folks. Thanks for spending a little piece of your Thursday with our cats 🐾
We’re almost to the weekend, folks. Thanks for spending a little piece of your Thursday with our cats 🐾
Greta popped out to say a quick hello 😺 always just long enough to remind us she’s around and GORGEOUS.
Dottie, as per usual, is lounging and conserving her energy 🐈⬛ A true professional at rest.
Dottie, as per usual, is lounging and conserving her energy 🐈⬛ A true professional at rest.
December 11, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Greta popped out to say a quick hello 😺 always just long enough to remind us she’s around and GORGEOUS.
Dottie, as per usual, is lounging and conserving her energy 🐈⬛ A true professional at rest.
Dottie, as per usual, is lounging and conserving her energy 🐈⬛ A true professional at rest.
It’s Friday Eve, so why not enjoy this little roundup of some of our Shadow Cats 💚
Barney is finding his way in Cookie’s Place and making it very clear that pets are his love language 😽 He’s been soaking up attention like a pro.
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Barney is finding his way in Cookie’s Place and making it very clear that pets are his love language 😽 He’s been soaking up attention like a pro.
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December 11, 2025 at 10:01 PM
It’s Friday Eve, so why not enjoy this little roundup of some of our Shadow Cats 💚
Barney is finding his way in Cookie’s Place and making it very clear that pets are his love language 😽 He’s been soaking up attention like a pro.
🧵
Barney is finding his way in Cookie’s Place and making it very clear that pets are his love language 😽 He’s been soaking up attention like a pro.
🧵
Before the zoomies, Pickle was a shy community cat relying on caretakers for food. Consistency changed her life 🥒
Now through Dec 24, Tomlinson’s Pound4Pound matches donations for Shadow Cats, helping feed community cats.
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Now through Dec 24, Tomlinson’s Pound4Pound matches donations for Shadow Cats, helping feed community cats.
buff.ly/Vppci7Y
December 11, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Before the zoomies, Pickle was a shy community cat relying on caretakers for food. Consistency changed her life 🥒
Now through Dec 24, Tomlinson’s Pound4Pound matches donations for Shadow Cats, helping feed community cats.
buff.ly/Vppci7Y
Now through Dec 24, Tomlinson’s Pound4Pound matches donations for Shadow Cats, helping feed community cats.
buff.ly/Vppci7Y
Darby’s Power Stance™️ 😼
This confidence was earned. Darby survived the Texas Winter Storm of 2021 while giving birth to kittens, then came to Shadow Cats because she needed a safe place to land. She’s still shy, but once she trusts you, pets and gentle head-butts are definitely on the table 💚
This confidence was earned. Darby survived the Texas Winter Storm of 2021 while giving birth to kittens, then came to Shadow Cats because she needed a safe place to land. She’s still shy, but once she trusts you, pets and gentle head-butts are definitely on the table 💚
December 10, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Darby’s Power Stance™️ 😼
This confidence was earned. Darby survived the Texas Winter Storm of 2021 while giving birth to kittens, then came to Shadow Cats because she needed a safe place to land. She’s still shy, but once she trusts you, pets and gentle head-butts are definitely on the table 💚
This confidence was earned. Darby survived the Texas Winter Storm of 2021 while giving birth to kittens, then came to Shadow Cats because she needed a safe place to land. She’s still shy, but once she trusts you, pets and gentle head-butts are definitely on the table 💚
Now through Dec 24, Tomlinson’s Pound4Pound matches food donations to Shadow Cats pound for pound, helping feed community cats this winter.
Vote here: buff.ly/ogtmFx4 😻
Vote here: buff.ly/ogtmFx4 😻
December 10, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Now through Dec 24, Tomlinson’s Pound4Pound matches food donations to Shadow Cats pound for pound, helping feed community cats this winter.
Vote here: buff.ly/ogtmFx4 😻
Vote here: buff.ly/ogtmFx4 😻
Tongue Out Tuesday: nailed. 😼👅
Delilah put in the work, served the look, and by all scientific standards that means one thing…
victory stretch activated. 😹
No notes. Only vibes. 💚
Delilah put in the work, served the look, and by all scientific standards that means one thing…
victory stretch activated. 😹
No notes. Only vibes. 💚
December 9, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Tongue Out Tuesday: nailed. 😼👅
Delilah put in the work, served the look, and by all scientific standards that means one thing…
victory stretch activated. 😹
No notes. Only vibes. 💚
Delilah put in the work, served the look, and by all scientific standards that means one thing…
victory stretch activated. 😹
No notes. Only vibes. 💚
Because Arnold’s journey began with people caring for community cats, we’re celebrating his birthday by highlighting Tomlinson Feed’s Pound4Pound Pet Food Drive. Now through Christmas Eve, all food donations are doubled by healthy pet food makers 🐾
December 9, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Because Arnold’s journey began with people caring for community cats, we’re celebrating his birthday by highlighting Tomlinson Feed’s Pound4Pound Pet Food Drive. Now through Christmas Eve, all food donations are doubled by healthy pet food makers 🐾
🎉 Happy Birthday to Arnold! 🎉
This BIG orange boy with the loudest trilling purr started out as a community cat and now calls Shadow Cats home. These photos of him rolling around and relaxing are his preferred way to celebrate 😻
This BIG orange boy with the loudest trilling purr started out as a community cat and now calls Shadow Cats home. These photos of him rolling around and relaxing are his preferred way to celebrate 😻
December 9, 2025 at 4:02 PM
🎉 Happy Birthday to Arnold! 🎉
This BIG orange boy with the loudest trilling purr started out as a community cat and now calls Shadow Cats home. These photos of him rolling around and relaxing are his preferred way to celebrate 😻
This BIG orange boy with the loudest trilling purr started out as a community cat and now calls Shadow Cats home. These photos of him rolling around and relaxing are his preferred way to celebrate 😻
Who wore it better?
Pepper, Petunia, and Yzma are dressed for the holidays and absolutely expect compliments, not opinions 😻🎄
Pepper, Petunia, and Yzma are dressed for the holidays and absolutely expect compliments, not opinions 😻🎄
December 8, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Who wore it better?
Pepper, Petunia, and Yzma are dressed for the holidays and absolutely expect compliments, not opinions 😻🎄
Pepper, Petunia, and Yzma are dressed for the holidays and absolutely expect compliments, not opinions 😻🎄
Monday is back and our reindeer are not ready 🦌😹
Tabbytha, Tommy, and Elsa are still recovering from their holiday open house duties. Antlers still on, patience fully gone. Send treats and naps immediately.
Tabbytha, Tommy, and Elsa are still recovering from their holiday open house duties. Antlers still on, patience fully gone. Send treats and naps immediately.
December 8, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Monday is back and our reindeer are not ready 🦌😹
Tabbytha, Tommy, and Elsa are still recovering from their holiday open house duties. Antlers still on, patience fully gone. Send treats and naps immediately.
Tabbytha, Tommy, and Elsa are still recovering from their holiday open house duties. Antlers still on, patience fully gone. Send treats and naps immediately.
Bruce is ready for takeoff 🙀
Caught in the middle of a Sanctuary tour yesterday our security guard Bruce was keeping an ear out for the folks walking behind him. We're never in danger when this big bruiser is on the prowl 😻
Caught in the middle of a Sanctuary tour yesterday our security guard Bruce was keeping an ear out for the folks walking behind him. We're never in danger when this big bruiser is on the prowl 😻
December 7, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Bruce is ready for takeoff 🙀
Caught in the middle of a Sanctuary tour yesterday our security guard Bruce was keeping an ear out for the folks walking behind him. We're never in danger when this big bruiser is on the prowl 😻
Caught in the middle of a Sanctuary tour yesterday our security guard Bruce was keeping an ear out for the folks walking behind him. We're never in danger when this big bruiser is on the prowl 😻
Seeing familiar faces and meeting new friends reminded us why this work matters so much. Thank you for showing our cats so much love and for being part of the Shadow Cats family. If you couldn’t make it this year, we hope to welcome you next time 💚
December 7, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Seeing familiar faces and meeting new friends reminded us why this work matters so much. Thank you for showing our cats so much love and for being part of the Shadow Cats family. If you couldn’t make it this year, we hope to welcome you next time 💚
Wow. What a day 💚
We are so grateful to everyone who came out for our annual Holidays at the Sanctuary Open House. From sanctuary tours and treats to time spent with fellow cat lovers, the day was full of joy and community.
🧵 continued
We are so grateful to everyone who came out for our annual Holidays at the Sanctuary Open House. From sanctuary tours and treats to time spent with fellow cat lovers, the day was full of joy and community.
🧵 continued
December 7, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Wow. What a day 💚
We are so grateful to everyone who came out for our annual Holidays at the Sanctuary Open House. From sanctuary tours and treats to time spent with fellow cat lovers, the day was full of joy and community.
🧵 continued
We are so grateful to everyone who came out for our annual Holidays at the Sanctuary Open House. From sanctuary tours and treats to time spent with fellow cat lovers, the day was full of joy and community.
🧵 continued
Cats in sweaters ✅
Plenty of goodies to buy ✅
Sweets galore ✅
Our Holidays at the Sanctuary event is under way! Come on out, we’ll be here until 4p and admission is free!
Plenty of goodies to buy ✅
Sweets galore ✅
Our Holidays at the Sanctuary event is under way! Come on out, we’ll be here until 4p and admission is free!
December 6, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Cats in sweaters ✅
Plenty of goodies to buy ✅
Sweets galore ✅
Our Holidays at the Sanctuary event is under way! Come on out, we’ll be here until 4p and admission is free!
Plenty of goodies to buy ✅
Sweets galore ✅
Our Holidays at the Sanctuary event is under way! Come on out, we’ll be here until 4p and admission is free!
Today’s the day! If you’re in the central Texas area from 12p - 4p, stop by and visit our amazing sanctuary! More info at the link in our profile 💚
December 6, 2025 at 4:18 PM
Today’s the day! If you’re in the central Texas area from 12p - 4p, stop by and visit our amazing sanctuary! More info at the link in our profile 💚
Because Tuna wears a diaper due to megacolon and has paralysis in her back legs, we use creative solutions to keep her comfortable and supported.
She previously rocked suspenders to help keep her diaper in place, but we’ve recently upgraded to baby onesies, and she is absolutely owning the look.
She previously rocked suspenders to help keep her diaper in place, but we’ve recently upgraded to baby onesies, and she is absolutely owning the look.
December 5, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Because Tuna wears a diaper due to megacolon and has paralysis in her back legs, we use creative solutions to keep her comfortable and supported.
She previously rocked suspenders to help keep her diaper in place, but we’ve recently upgraded to baby onesies, and she is absolutely owning the look.
She previously rocked suspenders to help keep her diaper in place, but we’ve recently upgraded to baby onesies, and she is absolutely owning the look.
It’s Friday, which means it’s time for another Tuna Fit Check 😎✨
Petunia is serving athleisure realness in a bright yellow onesie, and the sunny vibes are a perfect match for her love of the catio.
This look isn’t just fashion — it’s function.
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Petunia is serving athleisure realness in a bright yellow onesie, and the sunny vibes are a perfect match for her love of the catio.
This look isn’t just fashion — it’s function.
🧵 continued
December 5, 2025 at 10:00 PM
It’s Friday, which means it’s time for another Tuna Fit Check 😎✨
Petunia is serving athleisure realness in a bright yellow onesie, and the sunny vibes are a perfect match for her love of the catio.
This look isn’t just fashion — it’s function.
🧵 continued
Petunia is serving athleisure realness in a bright yellow onesie, and the sunny vibes are a perfect match for her love of the catio.
This look isn’t just fashion — it’s function.
🧵 continued
Tommy is extremely confused. 😹
He was assured you’d be coming to Holidays at the Sanctuary, yet the RSVP says otherwise. Curious.
He promises cats, hot chocolate, and arts & crafts that benefit the sanctuary.
Please fix this confusion 👉
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He was assured you’d be coming to Holidays at the Sanctuary, yet the RSVP says otherwise. Curious.
He promises cats, hot chocolate, and arts & crafts that benefit the sanctuary.
Please fix this confusion 👉
buff.ly/cvTBAuP
December 5, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Tommy is extremely confused. 😹
He was assured you’d be coming to Holidays at the Sanctuary, yet the RSVP says otherwise. Curious.
He promises cats, hot chocolate, and arts & crafts that benefit the sanctuary.
Please fix this confusion 👉
buff.ly/cvTBAuP
He was assured you’d be coming to Holidays at the Sanctuary, yet the RSVP says otherwise. Curious.
He promises cats, hot chocolate, and arts & crafts that benefit the sanctuary.
Please fix this confusion 👉
buff.ly/cvTBAuP
Catio Queens®️ ☀️👑
Petunia, Evie, Baylor, and Tabbytha soaking up some last sunshine before the cold snap.
Every space at Shadow Cats includes safe catio access — even transition areas — because fresh air and enrichment matter.
Proof that they’re exactly where they belong 💚
Petunia, Evie, Baylor, and Tabbytha soaking up some last sunshine before the cold snap.
Every space at Shadow Cats includes safe catio access — even transition areas — because fresh air and enrichment matter.
Proof that they’re exactly where they belong 💚
December 4, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Catio Queens®️ ☀️👑
Petunia, Evie, Baylor, and Tabbytha soaking up some last sunshine before the cold snap.
Every space at Shadow Cats includes safe catio access — even transition areas — because fresh air and enrichment matter.
Proof that they’re exactly where they belong 💚
Petunia, Evie, Baylor, and Tabbytha soaking up some last sunshine before the cold snap.
Every space at Shadow Cats includes safe catio access — even transition areas — because fresh air and enrichment matter.
Proof that they’re exactly where they belong 💚
Everyone has been asking how Yzma is doing. Store aisles, street corners, even stoplights. 😹
Good news: she is thriving.
She came to us malnourished and matted with a SNAP test that read FeLV positive. A follow up PCR showed she is FeLV free.
Yzma is living her best life. 💚
Good news: she is thriving.
She came to us malnourished and matted with a SNAP test that read FeLV positive. A follow up PCR showed she is FeLV free.
Yzma is living her best life. 💚
December 4, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Everyone has been asking how Yzma is doing. Store aisles, street corners, even stoplights. 😹
Good news: she is thriving.
She came to us malnourished and matted with a SNAP test that read FeLV positive. A follow up PCR showed she is FeLV free.
Yzma is living her best life. 💚
Good news: she is thriving.
She came to us malnourished and matted with a SNAP test that read FeLV positive. A follow up PCR showed she is FeLV free.
Yzma is living her best life. 💚
Marigold is always catching rays ☀️
You might be thinking, “Didn’t we already post about her in the sunbeams?”
Yes. Yes we did. 😹
Our orange FeLV+ girl just cannot get enough. Lucky for her, Central Texas winter seems optional this year. More sunbeams, please. 💚
You might be thinking, “Didn’t we already post about her in the sunbeams?”
Yes. Yes we did. 😹
Our orange FeLV+ girl just cannot get enough. Lucky for her, Central Texas winter seems optional this year. More sunbeams, please. 💚
December 4, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Marigold is always catching rays ☀️
You might be thinking, “Didn’t we already post about her in the sunbeams?”
Yes. Yes we did. 😹
Our orange FeLV+ girl just cannot get enough. Lucky for her, Central Texas winter seems optional this year. More sunbeams, please. 💚
You might be thinking, “Didn’t we already post about her in the sunbeams?”
Yes. Yes we did. 😹
Our orange FeLV+ girl just cannot get enough. Lucky for her, Central Texas winter seems optional this year. More sunbeams, please. 💚
Only 2½ days until Shadow Cats Holidays at the Sanctuary and Lottie & Dixie just found out you haven’t RSVP’d. 😒
This is the look.
Please fix it.
RSVP here 👉
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This is the look.
Please fix it.
RSVP here 👉
buff.ly/cvTBAuP
December 3, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Only 2½ days until Shadow Cats Holidays at the Sanctuary and Lottie & Dixie just found out you haven’t RSVP’d. 😒
This is the look.
Please fix it.
RSVP here 👉
buff.ly/cvTBAuP
This is the look.
Please fix it.
RSVP here 👉
buff.ly/cvTBAuP
Midweek pick-me-up, from Dexter 😻
At 5 months old, full of energy, and living his best kitten life despite feline leukemia. One minute he’s lounging and showing off those big paws… the next he’s popping out of a cat tree like a cuckoo bird 😹
Hope this sweet gray tabby helps you through Wednesday.
At 5 months old, full of energy, and living his best kitten life despite feline leukemia. One minute he’s lounging and showing off those big paws… the next he’s popping out of a cat tree like a cuckoo bird 😹
Hope this sweet gray tabby helps you through Wednesday.
December 3, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Midweek pick-me-up, from Dexter 😻
At 5 months old, full of energy, and living his best kitten life despite feline leukemia. One minute he’s lounging and showing off those big paws… the next he’s popping out of a cat tree like a cuckoo bird 😹
Hope this sweet gray tabby helps you through Wednesday.
At 5 months old, full of energy, and living his best kitten life despite feline leukemia. One minute he’s lounging and showing off those big paws… the next he’s popping out of a cat tree like a cuckoo bird 😹
Hope this sweet gray tabby helps you through Wednesday.
Giving Tuesday is about impact.
At Shadow Cats, your support saves lives through emergency care, spay and neuter clinics, and lifelong sanctuary for cats who need it most.
Today, every gift is TRIPLED.
If you believe every life matters, please give:
buff.ly/JoaclnN
At Shadow Cats, your support saves lives through emergency care, spay and neuter clinics, and lifelong sanctuary for cats who need it most.
Today, every gift is TRIPLED.
If you believe every life matters, please give:
buff.ly/JoaclnN
December 3, 2025 at 1:00 AM
Giving Tuesday is about impact.
At Shadow Cats, your support saves lives through emergency care, spay and neuter clinics, and lifelong sanctuary for cats who need it most.
Today, every gift is TRIPLED.
If you believe every life matters, please give:
buff.ly/JoaclnN
At Shadow Cats, your support saves lives through emergency care, spay and neuter clinics, and lifelong sanctuary for cats who need it most.
Today, every gift is TRIPLED.
If you believe every life matters, please give:
buff.ly/JoaclnN