Let’s just state the obvious…we don’t get a lot of male volunteers at Bear Den Sanctuary. But every now and then we do, and let me just tell you these guys are the cream of the crop. I’d like to tell you about a volunteer named Luke. Luke is a manly man. He’s...
Every volunteer at Bear Den Sanctuary is unique and has a story. In today’s busy world, most people don’t make time to volunteer with a nonprofit. I find it interesting to find out why they choose to volunteer their time and secondly, why they chose to volunteer at a...
Along with other independent trappers, we have been actively working to TNR homeless cats in section 8 housing on the West side of San Antonio. We have fixed over 150 cats within a radius of just a few blocks! Some of the cats we were able to return as some ladies...
Oh Boy! is it cold as I’m writing this article! Have you ever wondered how our Sanctuary cats, who all live outdoors, fare during the cold temperatures? I want to share some of the measures we take to help ensure our resident felines stay healthy, safe and warm during...
Elsa is a beautiful white cat, probably with Siamese genes of some kind, who was found almost dead during the brutal summer on the streets in South San Antonio. A wonderful lady took her in but did not know what the cat needed medically. I said I could take her but...
Pam's StoryScared and confused, Pam, a little old cat of 18 years of age, was surrendered to the San Antonio city animal shelter. With only 3 days to be adopted by someone until she would be euthanized, Bear Den Cat Sanctuary stepped up to rescue this sweet, little...
MouseBeing in Rescue, I’m reminded almost daily that I meet both the best and worst people of society. Today is a lucky day…I met Sandy who is one of the best people and animal advocate.Meet SandySandy has been involved with TNR for years. She has spayed and...
Battling the Texas heat with 150 outdoor cats is no easy feat! We have come up with some easy methods and inexpensive devices to help ease the effects of extreme temperatures.Insulated shelters keep cats cool in the summer and warm in the winter. Homemade feral cat...
Not much surprises me in Rescue anymore. As much as I try to think positive and believe the best in people, it does not surprise me when I hear that people want help for cats in their care but won’t lift a finger themselves…’I have no money, no car, no job, I’m sick,...
Feeding 150 cats is no small task! In my experience, the top picks for dry cat food are Purina One Tender Selects Chicken and Purina One +Plus Healthy Kitten Dry Cat Food - Chicken, High-Protein. These options are affordable and widely available and provide excellent...
You are a creative person. Do you know how to be sure? Because you’re breathing. Every person alive is creative without exception. You are creating an animal sanctuary. You are creating something beautiful that is highly pleasing to you. You are creating...
I’m sitting with a cat who will be euthanized today. He arrived at the Sanctuary only last night. I named him Tom. Tom is skin and bones. He struggles to walk and is covered in fleas. He loves being pet and brushed. Last night he ate a bit of wet food yet this morning...
