The Cat Chronicle – March 2026

Mar 10, 2026 | The Cat Chronicle

Cat of the Month: Miss Congeniality

Who has style? Who has grace? Who’s small and fluffy with the sweetest face?

Miss Congeniality! We’re thrilled to announce that our March Cat of the Month has already found her forever home! 🎉

This tiny, beautiful green-eyed girl was full of personality, spunk, and endless entertainment. She loved feather toys, sitting in boxes, being adorable, and keeping everyone on their toes. Her new family fell head over heels for her playful energy and unpredictable charm, and we couldn’t be happier for them!

Miss Congeniality’s quick adoption shows that every cat has someone out there who’s the perfect match. Her new family was looking for excitement, fun, and a cat with a personality, and they found exactly that!

Congratulations to Miss Congeniality and her lucky new family! We know she’s already running the show at home and loving every minute of it. 💕

Ready to find your own perfect match? Meet our other amazing adoptable cats!

Starry Night After Hours Adoption Event

Join us for a special evening under the stars on Friday, March 13, from 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM at our shelter!

This exclusive after-hours adoption event features an Oscar/Academy Awards theme because every cat deserves their moment in the spotlight. Meet adoptable cats in a relaxed, fun atmosphere while enjoying a red-carpet experience.

Ready to find your award-winning companion? Space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. This event is designed for those ready to adopt. Come prepared to meet your perfect match and take them home that night!

When: Friday, March 13, 6:30-9:00 PM
Where: 8431 Garvey Dr. Ste 137

RSVP: Email kristenp@safehavenforcats.org to reserve your spot and get your adoption application filled out today!

Tuxedo Cat Ball – Early Bird Tickets!

Save $25 with Early Bird Tickets—Ends March 16! 🎩

Don’t miss your chance to join us for the Tuxedo Cat Ball on Friday, April 10, at North Ridge Country Club! This is our biggest fundraising event of the year, and it’s going to be an unforgettable evening.

Celebrate 78,000 lives saved, over 17,000 adoptions, and 63,000+ sterilizations, thanks to supporters like you. Enjoy delicious food, wine, heartfelt stories, and exciting live and silent auctions, all while supporting cats in need.

Early Bird tickets are $125 through March 16. After that, they increase to $150. Save now and secure your spot!
No tickets required, just come ready to sip and support!

Get Your Early Bird Tickets

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Protect Your Pets at Our Vaccine & Microchip Clinic 🐾

Mark your calendars! Our Vaccination & Microchip Clinic is happening on Saturday, March 28, from 8:00 am – 1:00 pm at SAFE Haven.

Keep your cats and dogs safe with affordable vaccines and microchips:
Rabies & Distemper Vaccines: $5 each
Microchips: $15

Vaccines and microchips are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so plan to arrive early!

What to Bring:
Cats must be in carriers
Feral cats must be in traps
Dogs must be on leashes
Cash preferred (credit cards accepted)

Protect your pets and your community, see you there!

Learn More

Important Update: SAFE Care Clinic Fees Increasing April 1, 2026

Starting April 1, 2026, our spay/neuter fees will be adjusted to help us continue providing high-quality, affordable care for cats in our community.

New Pricing (effective April 1):

Female Cats: $100 (currently $85)
Male Cats: $90 (currently $75)
Feral/Community Cats: $60 (currently $50)

Schedule your appointment before April 1 to lock in current pricing! Even with the increase, SAFE Care remains one of the most affordable spay/neuter clinics in the Triangle.

Visit our website to learn more.

Schedule an Appointment

Keep Your Cats Safe: Poison Prevention Tips 🚨

March is Poison Prevention Awareness Month, and we want to help you keep your feline friends safe! Many common household items can be toxic to cats, but a little awareness goes a long way.

Top Toxins to Avoid:

Tulips and Lilies: Extremely dangerous, even small amounts can cause kidney failure
Human foods: Onions, garlic, chocolate, grapes, and xylitol (in some peanut butters)
Medications: Never give cats human pain relievers or supplements
Household cleaners: Keep bleach, detergents, and chemicals out of reach

Know the Signs of Poisoning: Watch for drooling, vomiting, lethargy, difficulty breathing, or unusual behavior. If you suspect poisoning, call your vet immediately.

A safe home is a happy home!

Schedule an Appointment

Save the Date

March 13, 2026: Starry Night After Hours Adoption Event
March 28, 2026: Vaccination and Microchip Clinic
April 10, 2026: Tuxedo Cat Ball

Thank YOU for Your Support

It’s Miss Congeniality: Our March Cat of the Month

Mar 2, 2026 | Cat of the Month, News

Update: Miss Congeniality found her furever home!

After only 4 days, Miss Congeniality found her perfect match. We hardly got to share her spicy personality. We wish her and her new family all the best!

You can still find your perfect date!

Meet the Cats

Who has style?
Who has grace?
Who’s small and fluffy with the sweetest face?

Miss Congeniality! This tiny beautiful green-eyed girl is the picture of innocence…. when she’s sleeping.

Once she wakes? Hold onto to your hats folks because It’s. About. To. Go. Down. What is “it”? There’s no telling. Seriously. There is NO telling. Will she jump in your lap- and then chomp your arm and run away? Maybe! Will she purr, rub against your leg, and look adoringly up at you like a little angel kitty soliciting pets? It’s possible. Or… will she ignore you completely after casting a dismissive glance your way? It could happen.

If you crave excitement and inconsistency coupled with a disdain for the mundane and predictable DO WE HAVE A CAT FOR YOU!

Our little Miss Congeniality is a bit of a menace: She’s feisty and makes her own fun. We fear she’s very smart. You’ve seen the raptors in Jurassic Park? Kind of like that…

It’s her world and you’re just living in it so buckle up because she’s the one driving this bus

Her interests include:

Sitting in boxes (between pounces)
Biting you and then running away
Playing with feather toys (big fan)
Being adorable
Playing in wads of packing paper
Accepting pets (when she feels like it)
Doing as she pleases

Do you want a snuggly laid back lap cat? Look somewhere else.
Do you want a tiny terror on four paws to upend your peaceful existence? WE’VE GOT YOUR GIRL.

Think you have what it takes to win her heart? In the immortal words of Miss Congeniality: “You think I’m gorgeous. You want to date me. You love me.” Prove it. Complete the adoption form and come meet your reigning queen.

Come Discover Your Perfect Date

Vaccine and Microchip Clinic – March 28

Feb 12, 2026 | News

Your pets are family, and keeping them safe is what family does.

Bring your cat or dog to SAFE Haven for Cats for our Vaccination & Microchip Clinic on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Rabies and distemper vaccines are only $5 each, and microchips are $15. Vaccines and microchips will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Plan to arrive early before supplies run out.

Vaccination and Microchip Clinic

Saturday, March 28, 2026
8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
8411 Garvey Drive, Suite 133C

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Why Vaccinate Against Rabies and Distemper?

Rabies and distemper are both dangerous, highly contagious diseases, but the good news is, they’re easily preventable with vaccines. Protecting your pets protects your whole community. And remember: rabies vaccination is required by NC law for all dogs and cats over 4 months old!

Why Microchipping Matters

If your pet ever gets lost, a microchip gives them the best chance of making it home. Just the size of a grain of rice, this tiny device can be scanned by shelters and vets to reunite you quickly. Pets with microchips are up to three times more likely to be returned to their families.

Know Before You Go

Pet Cats: Must be in carriers.
Feral Cats: Must come in a trap. We will only be offering 1-year rabies for ferals; no other services are available at this time.
Dogs must be on a leash.
Payment will be taken at the event. Cash is preferred, but we also accept major credit cards.
You do not need to register in advance for this event.
When you arrive, please go to the tent and you will be directed from there. Please dress appropriately for the weather and bring water as you may be waiting.

Pricing

Rabies Vaccination:

$5

FVRCP (Cats – Distemper) Vaccination:

$5

DHPP (Dog – Distemper) Vaccination:

$5

Microchip:

$15

* The 3-year rabies vaccine is available for animals with a valid and current vaccination certificate. The certificate must be displayed at check-in. Otherwise, the one-year rabies vaccine will be administered. We must have the rabies certificate. A rabies tag is not sufficient evidence of the pet’s vaccination status according to state law.

Cat of the Month: Boomers

Feb 6, 2026 | Cat of the Month, News

Update: Boomers found his furever home!

Thanks to everyone who liked and shared Boomers’ story. You were an imporant part in bringing him home.

Every month, SAFE Haven features a special cat who deserves a little extra attention. If adopted, this sweetheart will come home with you, along with a special care package!

Meet Boomers: February’s Cat of the Month (and Your Perfect Valentine)

If your ideal Valentine is handsome, affectionate, a little spicy, and very clear about boundaries, Boomers might just be your soulmate.

Boomers is a big, handsome boy with a quiet personality that sneaks up on you in the best way. At first glance, he’s calm and observant. Give him a little time, though, and you’ll discover a cat who knows exactly how to charm the right person.

His hobbies?

Making expert-level biscuits
Sitting in cardboard boxes like they were custom-made for him
Lying belly-up in doorways so you absolutely cannot open the door without negotiating

Classic Boomers.

When you’re his person, Boomers is all in. He’ll happily curl up in your lap, soak up rubs, and lean into those cozy moments that make winter feel warmer. He loves to play, enjoys affection, and can be incredibly sweet… but let’s be clear – Boomers is a little spicy 🌶️. He knows when it’s time to turn the fun on, and he also knows when it’s time for “mind your business.” And he will let you know. We respect a cat with communication skills.

Boomers doesn’t particularly enjoy shelter life (honestly, same), but his personality absolutely shines in a home setting. Our foster volunteers have seen him really relax, settle in, and really show off what a wonderful companion he can be. He’s just waiting for the chance to light up a home of his own, and maybe even share it with a cat friend, as he seems open to feline companionship.

This Valentine’s Day, skip the chocolates and flowers. Choose a love that makes biscuits, steals your boxes, blocks your doorways, and keeps life interesting. Boomers is ready to be someone’s perfect match.

💌 Think Boomers might be your purrfect match? Come meet him and see if sparks fly. Your February love story could start with a purr, a lap nap, and just the right amount of spice.

Show Boomers Some Love Here

The Cat Chronicle – February 2026

Feb 5, 2026 | The Cat Chronicle

Cat of the Month: Boomers

Meet Boomers, our February Cat of the Month! 💗 This unique 9-year-old has quite a story.

When Boomers arrived at SAFE Haven, our medical team discovered someone had tried to dye his fur pink. The dye penetrated his skin, making him a bit of a “mood kitty”—sometimes he’s more pink than others!

Boomers is full of love and personality. He needs patience, plenty of enrichment, and someone whose vibe matches his. With the right person, he’s a total lap cat and a match made in heaven. He gets along great with other cats, too! Learn more about Boomers and why he’s one of our favorite guys!

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Find Your Purrfect Match This Valentine’s Season
Love is in the air at SAFE Haven! This February, we’re helping cats find their forever homes, and we’d love for you to be part of it.

💕 Meet Your Match in Person
Join us for a special Adoption Event on Friday, February 13.

💕 Discover Your Ideal Cat
Take our fun quiz to find out which age group might be your purrfect match.

💕 Be a Valentine for Cats in Need
Make a donation to help care for shelter cats while they wait for their forever families.

Will you find yours this February? Learn More and Get Involved!

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Sips for Snips
Join us for Sips for Snips at The Longleaf Hotel on Saturday, February 21, from 5-7 PM! Enjoy craft cocktails while learning about our adoptable cats in a fun, relaxed atmosphere.

We’ll have cocktail pairings featuring SAFE Haven cats, coloring pages, and a portion of drink proceeds will benefit our life-saving work. It’s the perfect way to unwind, support a great cause, and maybe even meet your future feline companion.

No tickets required, just come ready to sip and support!

Get Ready: Tuxedo Cat Ball
Our biggest fundraiser of the year is happening on April 10! The Tuxedo Cat Ball promises an unforgettable evening of dancing, dining, and making a difference for cats in need.

Get ready for live auctions, amazing company, and a night dedicated to saving lives. Ticket details coming soon!

Show Your Pet Some Love This February
We’re highlighting three ways you can show up for your pet’s wellness.

National Cat Health Month
National Pet Dental Health Month
Spay/Neuter Awareness Month (AKA Beat the Heat Month)