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This was definitely our favorite memory and place to visit while on the island. It was cats galore! The hubs decided to spend the last day of our stay in bringing the cats some treats bought at the grocery store and make some feline friends. This place has great shade and benches to sit and relax, enjoy the sea breeze, and observe some kitties. The cats roam freely and on their own accord here at this cat sanctuary. Some will approach you (with or without treats) as each have their own personality and curiosity barometer. There was a donation box if you wish to contribute. The cats here are well looked after with food, water, and clean litter boxes. They don't seem to fight with each other much and are well behaved grooming themselves.
This organization has made Old San Juan a cat lover's paradise. I was absolutely charmed when I saw all the cats and when I found out what this organization does for them. You could tell those cats are loved, well-fed and well taken care of. They are so friendly and not afraid of humans. I got to hold a few of them and almost made it late to the ship because cats are just so irresistible!
Unless you are allergic, you probably know that cats make pretty much everything better. That's why I'm so glad for this wonderful, volunteer-run organization dedicated to the wellbeing of the Old San Juan gatos. They do T/N/R and then care for the cats with feeding and litter stations, as well as veterinary care costs. I have donated to several of their fundraisers and they do put that money to good use. The gatos are a city attraction on their own right. They add even more character to the historical surroundings. You can visit the ones down Paseo la Princesa toward El Morro and many of them will act like little tour guides along parts of the trek. Also, check in with the Casita ones, a few steps away from La Rogativa and with amazing views of the bay. Many will come to you and it is very likely that you'll fall in love with one or two. Use the opportunity for wonderful photos! Donations through PayPal for the organization. They are on Facebook and Instagram. As an extra, I was delighted to see that the cats weathered the hurricane ok. These are some badass gatos, and mega charming!
So there we were in Old Town San Juan at Paseo Del Morro, just walking around. But what's up with all these cats? As we approached a pink building, there were cats everywhere. As we learned, this is the shelter for Save A Gato, an organization that feeds and does health care for the huge population of cats in Old San Juan. Run by volunteers. "Gato" of course is the Spanish word for cat. We went inside and checked it out. Lots of cats in cages. They take donations thru their website for those so inclined. http://www.saveagato.org/ http://www.today.com/id/26167636/ns/today-today_pets_and_animals/t/cat-fight-brewing-over-san-juans-feral-felines/#.UbgMJubn_3g
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4 months ago
Kitties galore! I'm so glad Save a Gato exists and that these community cats have a place to thrive and live safely. I wish I had brought cat treats with me, but I got some good pets to some of the more friendlier cats. If you do visit, please consider bringing cash for their donation box. The organization operates solely on donations and it's clear that these cats are well-loved. read more
This was definitely our favorite memory and place to visit while on the island. It was cats galore! The hubs decided to spend the last day of our stay in bringing the cats some treats bought at the grocery store and make some feline friends. This place has great shade and benches to sit and relax, enjoy the sea breeze, and observe some kitties. The cats roam freely and on their own accord here at this cat sanctuary. Some will approach you (with or without treats) as each have their own personality and curiosity barometer. There was a donation box if you wish to contribute. The cats here are well looked after with food, water, and clean litter boxes. They don't seem to fight with each other much and are well behaved grooming themselves. read more
3 years ago
So many cats! The area is well kept and clean! There's a nice shaded area to sit and pet the cats. The sanctuary is right before the red San Juan gate. read more
11 months ago
Who is out here on Beyoncé's internet rating a cat sanctuary with anything less than five stars? Are you just trying to hide the good stuff, knowing the crazy cat ladies will come anyway? Cats, wandering around. 10/10, no notes. read more
3 years ago
This organization has made Old San Juan a cat lover's paradise. I was absolutely charmed when I saw all the cats and when I found out what this organization does for them. You could tell those cats are loved, well-fed and well taken care of. They are so friendly and not afraid of humans. I got to hold a few of them and almost made it late to the ship because cats are just so irresistible! read more
5 years ago
SO. MANY. GATO It was so cute seeing all the cats just minding their own business, checking us out, and playing with eachother. Definitely come check this place out if you love cats. They all just kinda roam around the park and basketball court. read more
2 years ago
Unless you are allergic, you probably know that cats make pretty much everything better. That's why I'm so glad for this wonderful, volunteer-run organization dedicated to the wellbeing of the Old San Juan gatos. They do T/N/R and then care for the cats with feeding and litter stations, as well as veterinary care costs. I have donated to several of their fundraisers and they do put that money to good use. The gatos are a city attraction on their own right. They add even more character to the historical surroundings. You can visit the ones down Paseo la Princesa toward El Morro and many of them will act like little tour guides along parts of the trek. Also, check in with the Casita ones, a few steps away from La Rogativa and with amazing views of the bay. Many will come to you and it is very likely that you'll fall in love with one or two. Use the opportunity for wonderful photos! Donations through PayPal for the organization. They are on Facebook and Instagram. As an extra, I was delighted to see that the cats weathered the hurricane ok. These are some badass gatos, and mega charming! read more
13 years ago
So there we were in Old Town San Juan at Paseo Del Morro, just walking around. But what's up with all these cats? As we approached a pink building, there were cats everywhere. As we learned, this is the shelter for Save A Gato, an organization that feeds and does health care for the huge population of cats in Old San Juan. Run by volunteers. "Gato" of course is the Spanish word for cat. We went inside and checked it out. Lots of cats in cages. They take donations thru their website for those so inclined. http://www.saveagato.org/ http://www.today.com/id/26167636/ns/today-today_pets_and_animals/t/cat-fight-brewing-over-san-juans-feral-felines/#.UbgMJubn_3g read more
11 years ago
Wonderful organization right by El Murro. Run by volunteers whose passion for the welfare of the animals really shows. The casita is not fancy but it is clean and all of the kittens/cats look well cared for - some of the older cats at the casita are strays that are sick/injured and SaveAGato is looking after them until they are healthy and can be released back into the paseo. Wonderful place and hoping all these kittens and cats find loving homes :) Donation can be made on-line through PayPal. SaveAGato.org read more
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