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When you think of an animal sanctuary, you probably picture rows of kennels or cats living in carefully managed enclosures. The Cat House on the Kings is something entirely different.Nestled on 12 acres in Californias Central Valley, The Cat House on the Kings is Californias largest no-cage, no-kill lifetime cat sanctuary and adoption center. Since its founding more than 34 years ago, it has saved an estimated 54,358 cats and 7,936 dogs while also helping provide or subsidize more than 102,000 spay and neuter surgeries. Today, the sanctuary is home to about 800 cats and kittens, six dogs, dozens of peacocks, and the wildlife that naturally calls the property home.We asked Beth, who has been part of The Cat House for more than 13 years, to share the story behind this remarkable sanctuary, the incredible woman who started it, and why life here is unlike anywhere else.It All Started With One WomanThe story of The Cat House on the Kings is really the story of Lynea and the incredible vision she had for cats who had nowhere else to go.Lynea has always loved cats and wanted to have one when she was young. After her divorce, she bought a property along the Kings River as her retirement home. Then her dad asked for her help finding a Manx kitten or two for companionship.She went to the local animal control and ended up coming home with a litter of kittens to foster.She fell in love with fostering and continued finding homes for her foster kittens. The first year she found homes for every one of them. As the years passed, though, more and more cats and kittens were left without adopters, and her foster family kept growing.Wanting to provide the best care possible, Lynea went to work for a veterinarian to learn more and become a veterinary technician. As her knowledge grew, so did the number of cats depending on her.That is how The Cat House on the Kings began.To make that dream possible, Lynea used her retirement fund, sold her Mercedes, and even her diamond ring to pay for fencing, additional housing units, and everything needed to safely enclose the property.She has always wanted the cats to live cage-free, as though they had been adopted into a home. She has always wanted them to live like cats, not warehoused animals.That philosophy continues to guide everything we do today.When the Cats Took OverOne of my favorite stories to tell visitors is how the sanctuary slowly took over Lyneas home.People often laugh when we tell them that The Cat House on the Kings started as her retirement home, but its true.Eventually there was no room left for Lynea on her own bed because the catsand a few dogshad taken over all the space. Then one night a cat jumped onto her solar plexus while she was sleeping, and she decided it was time to find her own space.Thankfully, a generous donor who believed in Lynea and her mission made it possible for her to purchase the property next door. That doubled the sanctuary to 12 acres and gave Lynea a mobile home to move into, which was very welcome because sleep was becoming more disturbed by the nightanother cat threw up in her ear while she was trying to sleep!The original house was then transformed to better accommodate its inhabitants.The dining room became litter box central. The bar became the party bed area because it is close to the fireplace. Her bedroom became the Main House nursing room. Another room became the Kitty Garden, where newcomers can acclimate before joining the rest of the sanctuary.The kitchen is still where meals are prepared for hundreds of cats every day, although the cats continue to use the countertops for sleeping because, of course, everything belongs to them.Around Here, the Cats Own EverythingPeople often ask what makes The Cat House on the Kings different from other sanctuaries. The answer is actually pretty simple.The cats own everythingor at least they think they do.When we say the cats own everything, it means the humans know the cats will get into everything, lie on everything, and play with everything. Every area they have access to has been prepared with them in mind. There are special climbing areas, comfy sleeping and nap spots with daily linen service, and feeding stations throughout the property so that if they get hungry while out playing in the field, food is always nearby.All employees are trained to think like a cat!No-cage is exactly what it means. The cats live like they would in any home. They can come and go as they please, and there are cat doors everywhereeven on the back of one of the bedrooms for our Nervous Nellys who like to sneak into the Main House when they think all of the humans are gone.Lyneas priority has always been that each cat gets to live a good, healthy, enjoyable life where they can simply be a cat, not stuck somewhere that feels uncomfortable or unnatural.We have many trees on the property, and the cats love climbing them, sleeping in them, and playing chase through them. The cats pick where they feel comfortable, where they like to hang out, and we accommodate them there.We have cats that like to live by the river, so a structure was built there so they could have their beds and feeding stations there.All areas are set up to be comfortable for the weather tooenclosed in the winter with heating, and open in the summer with fans and misters. We have about 15 feeding stations where fresh canned food is delivered every morning so the cats can stay where they like. Each station always has full dry kibble bowls with fresh, clean water too, again so they dont have to eat with anyone they dont get along with.Many of the cats love people, so youll find them all over the property following a lap they hope to sit on. Then some arent so fond of humans, so they have areas like the Pasture Project where they can stay up in the trees, on top of the tiny houses, or inside them, away from anything that makes them nervous or scared.Each cat should get to live the way that they like, says Lynea, and she trains all of the staff and volunteers to notice what the cats likeand dont like.We even have beds in areas that were meant for storage because a cat or two decided they liked it there. All buildings, storage units, and other spaces have doors for the cats so they cannot become trapped anywhere as well.Paying attention to what cats do, what they like, their behaviour, their needs, and what they enjoy is one of the unique things about The Cat House.More Than No-KillOne thing I wish more people understood is that no-kill is only one part of the conversation.No-kill means that every cat and kitten who comes into our care gets to live out their entire life with us unless theyre adopted into a loving home. If that doesnt happen, theyll always have their home with us. We also take back our cats and kittens if and whenever needed, whether someone passes away or can no longer care for them.I would like to put a special note here because I think its important.It isnt humane to leave animals on the streets to suffer without help. Language is powerful, and we often use it to protect ourselves rather than seeing the real truth.What we need to reach as a nation is No Suffering, along with not euthanizing for space.We know that warehousing animals isnt the solution. There must be a movement to fund spay and neuter at the top of all animal control budgets, or we will keep using buckets to slow the flood of animals that is breaking all dams each year now.Our top priority is to provide low-cost, and often no-cost, spay and neuter for our local community because that is the only way to stop the flood of animals needing help year after year.Caring for Nearly 800 CatsTaking care of nearly 800 cats is a huge team effort, and no two days are ever quite the same.In addition to the 800 cats and kittens we care for, we also have six dogs and a variety of wildlife and peacocks that call the sanctuary home. It takes an incredible amount of work to keep everything running smoothly.Every morning starts with feeding. We have about 15 feeding stations across the property where fresh canned food is delivered daily, while dry food and fresh water are always available. Every cat has different needs, personalities, and friendships, so weve designed the sanctuary to let them choose where they eat, sleep, and spend their time.Cleaning is a constant part of the day too. Beds are washed, litter boxes are scooped, buildings are cleaned, and every area is checked to make sure its safe and comfortable. Our veterinary team is always monitoring cats who need medications or extra care, while new arrivals are settled into spaces where they can decompress before joining the larger population.One of the biggest things we do is simply observe.We pay attention to where the cats choose to spend their time, who they like to be around, whether theyre eating normally, and if anything about their behavior changes. Cats are incredibly good at hiding illness, so noticing those little differences can make all the difference.And since everyone here learns to think like a cat, we dont expect the cats to adapt to uswe adapt to them.Thats really what makes The Cat House different. Every decision we make is based on giving each individual cat the happiest, healthiest life possible.The Reality of RescuePeople sometimes assume that once a sanctuary is established, the hardest part is over. In reality, the challenges never really stopthey just change.The biggest challenges we face are funding and the growing number of cats who need help every year.Grants are becoming smaller and further apart, while donations have declined as the cost of living continues to rise. At the same time, many shelters and animal control facilities are reducing services for cats, leaving rescues like ours to fill the gaps. In Californias Central Valley, all of the factors that contribute to cat overpopulation are present, and kitten season seems to last longer every year.Ultimately, no one wants cats to be euthanized for spacebut its even worse for cats to be left on the streets without help or support. Thats why our biggest goal continues to be expanding access to low-cost and no-cost spay and neuter services. We simply cant rescue our way out of overpopulation; we have to prevent it.During kitten season, we work hard to recruit more foster families before the flood of kittens arrives. Foster homes allow us to help far more kittens than we could ever care for on-site, while also supporting the people who are trying to do the right thing after finding orphaned or abandoned kittens.Beyond fostering, we always need volunteers, donations for medical care and supplies, and people willing to share our adoptable cats and educational resources. Every person who gets involved helps us reach more catsand more peoplein need.More Than a SanctuaryEvery cat that comes into our care receives an assessment, medical treatment if needed, and a personal file that includes their history, personality, age, medical updates, vaccinations, photos, and eventually their microchip number. Every cat and kitten is vaccinated, spayed or neutered, and microchipped before joining the free-roaming population.Each day our team carries out health rounds across the entire sanctuary. If a cat shows any signs of illness or needs extra attention, our medical team is notified immediately and, if necessary, they are moved to one of our nursing areas. We also have dedicated caretakers for different areas of the sanctuaryincluding Seniors, FIP, FeLV, FIV, Kittens, and the Main Houseso the cats get to know the people caring for them, and those caretakers learn each cats individual routines and personalities.To keep stress levels low, we limit tours and adoptions to scheduled afternoon visits. That allows our team to complete the important wellness work each morning while the cats enjoy their normal routines without interruption.One thing I wish more people understood is how much it takes to say yes to a cat.Providing a lifetime of care requires an incredible amount of time, funding, supplies, medical treatment, and dedicated people. Every animal who comes into rescue represents yearssometimes decadesof food, litter, veterinary care, medications, enrichment, and love.Sometimes someone wants to surrender a kitten they found because they cant afford to care for it, and theyre upset when we dont have room. I completely understand why thats heartbreaking, but we also have to think about whether we can provide everything that kitten will need for the rest of its life.I wish more communities understood what animal welfare organizations see every day. Education is one of the most important tools we have, and I always encourage people to visit rescues if they can. Seeing the work firsthand gives a whole new appreciation for whats involved.Looking to the FutureEven after more than three decades, The Cat House on the Kings is still growing and evolving to meet the changing needs of the animals in our care.One accomplishment were especially proud of is the incredible number of spay and neuter procedures weve helped provide for our community. Were also honoured to mentor rescues around the world that are just getting started, expanding, or transitioning away from cage-based housing.Another exciting project is our partnership with Colorado State University to study feline chronic gingivostomatitis and improve treatment options for cats facing this painful disease.Looking ahead, we have some exciting goals.Were incredibly grateful to have our dedicated FIP treatment housing, where we can provide lengthy but life-saving treatment with an impressive success rate. One of Lyneas dreams is to build the White House, a specialised housing area for cats with very low melaninparticularly white catswho are more susceptible to skin cancers.Perhaps our biggest dream is building a spay and neuter clinic on the property across the road from the sanctuary. Our community desperately needs greater access to these services, and we hope to one day provide both financial assistance and the facilities needed to make a real impact on cat overpopulation.Every year we also host our Open House, which is one of my favourite events.Its both a fundraiser and a friendraiser, giving supporters, neighbours, and first-time visitors the opportunity to experience The Cat House for themselves. We often joke that were better known internationally than we are locally, so opening our gates is incredibly important.Its also one of the cats favourite days.Many of them spend the day hopping from lap to lap, soaking up attention from hundreds of visitors. After not holding an Open House since 2023, many of the cats were actually lined up at the front gate waiting for the first guests to arrive. It was a wonderful reminder of just how social so many of our residents are.The Cats Ill Never ForgetDo I have a favourite cat? Thats an impossible question to answer, but there are certainly some Ill never forget.One of the most memorable adoptions was James Bond, a wonderful cat with a neurological condition. During a honeymoon trip to the United States from Australia, a newly married couple visited The Cat House and met James Bond during their tour.When they returned home, they couldnt stop thinking about him.They decided they simply couldnt live without him and eventually worked out how to adopt him and bring him all the way to Australia. Stories like that remind us that love for a special cat really does know no borders.Another unforgettable resident was Eyebrowsour famous tour guide cat.Eyebrows came to us from Saudi Arabia and absolutely adored Lynea. Wherever she went, he followed, and because Lynea led so many tours, Eyebrows naturally became part of them. He greeted visitors, accompanied tours around the sanctuary, and became such a beloved personality that he even featured on one of our Cat House T-shirts.Then theres Oddie.Oddie wasnt just one of our famous catshe was my heart cat.He welcomed every visitor as though theyd come just to see him and had an incredible gift for making people feel special. As I was learning from Lynea and Tammy about our mission and how to guide tours, Oddie was always there beside me, greeting guests and happily showing off his favourite trick of nursing on your finger like he was still a bottle baby.He reminded me so much of a cat I grew up with named Nimbus, who also had two different coloured eyes and somehow always knew when I needed a friend.For a long time, I couldnt understand why anyone wouldnt want to live with Oddie.Then I realised that his constant conversations made him a rather challenging office assistant! He had an opinion about absolutely everything, especially if someone was trying to talk on the phone. He always had something to add.Whenever the emotional weight of rescue work became overwhelming, Oddie was the cat I would seek out. His greetings, his chatter, his beautiful blue and yellow-green eyes, and the way he made every new volunteer or visitor feel welcome are memories Ill treasure forever.He passed away in 2021 after touching countless lives, and he left behind an enormous hole in many heartsnot just mine.Why This Work MattersWhat keeps me here at The Cat House on the Kings after 13 years? The answer is simple.The most rewarding part of working with our organization is to see the care and kindness reflected in others eyes, the eyes of the cats and kittens, the eyes of the humans that love them.Watching foster kittens grow into beloved family members and knowing theyll have lives even better than my own always brings happy tears.Its also incredibly rewarding knowing my own children grew up seeing what can happen when resources are invested into helping animals and creating real solutions.Most of all, its an honour to work alongside people who love animals as deeply as I do and who always put the animals first.One thing that brings me tremendous peace is knowing that every cat who has ever been part of The Cat House family will always have a safety net. If one of our adopted cats ever needs us again, well be there.Thats what family means to us.And thats what The Cat House on the Kings has always been.If Someone Wants to Visit, Join, Support, or Volunteer With UsOur website is cathouseonthekings.comA great way to stay in touch is to sign up for our newsletter: https://www.cathouseonthekings.com/subscription.phpTo schedule a tour/visit please call (559) 638-8696 (Option 1)To foster: https://www.cathouseonthekings.com/docs/forms/fosterapplication.phpTo donate or sponsor a cat: https://www.cathouseonthekings.com/donate/how.phpTo volunteer: https://www.cathouseonthekings.com/docs/forms/volunteer.phpFollow us on social media: https://www.facebook.com/TheCatHouseontheKings/https://www.instagram.com/thecathouseonthekingshttps://www.youtube.com/user/cathouseonthekings

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