Big Sky Ranch/CATNIP Foundation

06/26/2026

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It’s gonna be the cat’s meow.

06/25/2026

🐾𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗔𝗧 𝗙𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗦𝗜𝗟𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗔𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗦 𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟𝗟𝗬 𝗟𝗜𝗩𝗘!🐾

Calling all cat lovers, advocates, and shop-a-holics! Our virtual doors are open, and the bidding has officially begun. Whether you're looking for unique art, a little something to spoil yourself, or a fabulous get-away - we’ve got it all.

👉 https://tinyurl.com/cf-auction

Here is everything you need to know:

• 𝗕𝗶𝗱 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗔𝗻𝘆𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: You do not need to be present at Cat Fest to win! You can bid, outbid, and win right from your couch (with a cat on your lap, obviously).

• 𝗕𝗶𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗣𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲: Every single dollar raised goes directly toward funding critical research for feline diseases and improving the welfare of cats everywhere.

Let’s turn those bids into breakthroughs. Happy bidding, and may the highest meow win! 🐱✨

06/25/2026

🚨Prime Deals are happening now until Friday, June 26th! We are in desperate need of wet food for our cats and kittens. Please consider helping if you can…no donation is too small! We thank you for always supporting our mission and helping to make life better for the animals in our care.🚨

06/25/2026

🚨We’re Back on TV! 📺🐾
Thursday Morning, June 25th 11:00 a.m. on NOLA Now on Fox Channel 8.

Tune in tomorrow as we share all the excitement about our upcoming Cat Fest! We’ll be talking about our amazing cats, the fun activities planned, and how you can help make a difference for homeless cats in our community.

We’d love your support—please watch, share, and help spread the word! Every share helps us reach more potential adopters, volunteers, and supporters.

Thank you for cheering us on and helping us give more cats the loving homes they deserve. We can’t wait to see you at Cat Fest! 🐱❤️

06/22/2026

In case you missed us this morning!😺

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06/22/2026

🎉We’re on the news!🎉
Be sure to tune in tomorrow morning at 8:45 on WWL Channel 4 as we talk about Cat Fest and how this exciting event is making a difference for the cats in our community! We will be sharing what to expect, how you can get involved, and why you don’t want to miss it!😺

06/21/2026

🐾 Cat Fest Featured Artist: Thomas Mann 🐾

We are thrilled to announce that renowned New Orleans artist Thomas Mann will be joining us at this year’s Louisiana Cat Fest!

Thomas Mann Studio is an icon of the American Craft Jewelry movement and has been a full-time practicing professional artist for over 50 years. He describes himself as an artist working in the medium of jewelry and sculpture - and trust us, his work is pure magic. ✨

Here is how you can experience his incredible art at Cat Fest:

• 🛍️ Visit His Booth: Meet the artist himself and browse a stunning collection of his unique, handcrafted pieces. Perfect for finding that statement jewelry or sculpture you'll cherish forever.

• Bid in the Silent Auction: Thomas has generously donated two exclusive items to our Silent Auction! This is your chance to take home a piece of New Orleans art history while supporting a great cause.

Whether you're a longtime collector or discovering his work for the first time, you do not want to miss this.

06/21/2026

🐾 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴: 𝗠𝗼𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝘁🐾

Looking for a little extra magic at this year’s Louisiana Cat Fest? We’ve got just the thing to make your heart purr!

✨ Join fabulous author Casi Cole for an enchanting afternoon escape. Bring your imagination and get ready for a beautiful journey!
• 🕒 When: 3:00 PM
• 📍 Where: The Yoga Room
• 📖 What: A special live reading of Moon Cat

Come escape the festival hustle, enjoy a heartwarming story, and connect with your fellow cat-loving community. Together, we'll discover the magic of meditation, imagination, and adventure. 🧘‍♀️🌕🐈

Don't have your tickets yet? Hurry! LINKS IN BIO
🎫Tickets: tinyurl.com/lacatfest
📣Information: louisianacatfest.org
Casi Cole Healing

06/17/2026

𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗮𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗮 𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗹 𝗶𝘀 𝟵𝟬% 𝗰𝗮𝘁 𝗽𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝘀, 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗮𝗻𝗮 𝗖𝗮𝘁 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂.

Join hundreds of cat lovers for a day filled with shopping, entertainment, contests, art, auctions, and feline fun - all while supporting cats in need.

📅 June 27, 2026
📍 Fleur De Lis Event Center, Mandeville

Tickets are on sale now and event day is almost here.
🎫Tickets: tinyurl.com/lacatfest
📣Information: louisianacatfest.org

🎟️ Get yours before June 27!