The Cat's Meow!

In rural Orleans County, the Cat by Cat Inc. Medina team is often the only lifeline for cats and kittens facing serious medical emergencies. With few resources available for community cats, calls for help frequently come down to one simple truth: without intervention, these cats may not survive. That was the case for a tiny orange tabby kitten later named Marty McFly . A kind homeowner had been seeing Marty in the woods behind her house. Over time, she noticed he was growing

When Kelly O’Brien first saw Cat By Cat Inc. on Facebook nearly four years ago, she had no idea she was about to find her people— and  her purpose. Living in Tonawanda and working part-time as a waitress, Kelly noticed a post about a massive trapping project the group had just completed in Batavia. Curious, she reached out. Within days she was talking with director Sally Merritt-Braciak, and soon after, Kelly was volunteering in the Cat by Cat shelter—feeding, watering, clean

Cat By Cat Inc. Founder and Director Sally Merritt-Braciak As we celebrate this season of love and giving, I find myself reflecting on the remarkable journey Cat By Cat Inc. has taken over the past five years as a 501(c)(3) organization. When we officially incorporated in 2020, we truly hit the ground running. We had no formal business plan, no established adoption process, and no funding—just determination, compassion, and a shared belief that every cat deserves safety, care

There are rescue stories that tug at the heart ... and then there’s Wyatt’s. A lost cat on the Erie Canal Pathway, a foster mom with sharp ears and a soft heart, a grieving adopter seeking a new beginning, and a medical fight most cats don’t survive. And today? He’s a certified therapy cat spreading comfort throughout Western New York. This is the story of a cat who refused to give up, and the people who refused to give up on him. A Rescue in the Nick of Time The Erie Canal P

Canalside Tattoo Company adds removing embedded fishhooks to its list of services. Once upon a rather unfortunate day, in the small,...

Christine (Chris) and Ron Brounshidle, retired residents of Buffalo, have become local heroes for their dedicated efforts in caring for...

This past February, Sara Drescher met a kitten named Patch through her work as a veterinary assistant. Patch had been brought to the...

Volunteer Cindy Sweet has provided direct care to feline residents of Cat by Cat’s shelter for almost two years. A lifelong cat lover,...

PART 1: How JR came to Cat by Cat Inc. On June 15, 2022, JR found his way into the Cat by Cat shelter and simultaneously into the heart...

Among those who care about community cats, there are unsung heroes working tirelessly to make a difference in the lives of felines who,...

In the world of feline advocacy and rescue, Cat by Cat Inc. shines brightly. This dedicated group of individuals works tirelessly to...

Meet Crystal and Travis, devoted cat lovers who reside in the picturesque countryside just outside Ellicottville, an hour and twenty...

Please join Cat by Cat Inc. and other animal rescue groups at "RESCUE DAY!", a special and fun-filled adoption event on Saturday,...

Ashley Jankowski volunteers at the Cat by Cat shelter once a week, providing direct care and socializing cats and kittens. “They all need...

Mariah Bush and Sam Booth recently moved to WNY from Rhode Island. Sam is about to start his residency program in Buffalo, and Mariah is...

According to her mother, Cat by Cat’s youngest volunteer, Gianna Commisso, “adores animals and wants to save them all.” Gianna, age 13...

Originally there were four cats in the Eichinger household, but as the years passed there were three, then two, then one, then none. “Our...

Cindy Ostrye provides direct care at the Cat by Cat shelter. She volunteers at least two half-days a week, but often serves up to five...

Retired attorney Darlene DenHollander was a dog person most of her life. Nevertheless, about ten years ago, she decided to expand her...

March is the month of Irish luck, deep-seeded in history and the first day of spring (which also happens to be my brother Andy’s...