The Cat House

06/19/2026

If I’ve seemed a little vacant lately, it’s because kitten season is absolutely dragging me across the floor like a cartoon character who didn’t sign up for this episode.

We are overwhelmed in every direction — nonstop messages, cats needing to be fixed, people needing help with their cats, and a never‑ending rotation of vet trips, scheduling, coordinating, and trying to keep up with emergencies that pop up faster than I can write them down.

I’m tired in that deep, soul‑tired way that rescue brings. The kind where you stare at a wall because your brain needs to buffer. I’m literally dreaming about cats at this point — not cute dreams, but logistics dreams. “This cat needs an appointment” dreams. “Why is this cat multiplying” dreams.

And don’t forget — on top of all the cat chaos, we still have the rest of the rescue to run. The part with the pigs, goats, and everyone else who also have their own drama. Like when two pigs who have been best friends for months suddenly decide they hate each other and now need to be moved. Because of course they do. Why wouldn’t they.

If I seem slow to respond, distant, or like I’m mentally in another dimension, it’s not you. It’s the tidal wave of kitten season, sanctuary life, and the fact that my brain is currently running on animal chaos, caffeine, and sheer willpower.

Through all of this — the chaos, the exhaustion, the constant juggling — I want to say this clearly: I am grateful.
Grateful for the people who have mailed feed straight to the Lair when we needed it most.
And especially grateful for every single person who has donated — whether it was $5 or $100.
If I haven’t said thank you from the very bottom of my heart, please hear it now: thank you.
Your support is the reason we can keep going when everything feels overwhelming.

We’re stretched thin. We’re doing our best. And we appreciate everyone who gives us grace while we try to keep up with the avalanche.

Ways to Donate ⤵️⤵️⤵️⤵️
PayPal – [email protected]
Cash App – $cudabearslairsrescue
Venmo –
Website – www.cudabearslairanimalsanctuary.com
Check – “Cudabears Lair”
2786 Grace Lane, Sebring FL 33875

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06/17/2026

Are you their furrever home?

06/17/2026

06/16/2026

06/13/2026

We all remember Journey’s siblings, the rest of the train track kitty gang... Well they are growing up big and strong, and are ready to take adoption applications! You guys helped us name them… now who is going to become their furrever home?

These babies are EXTRA adorable and have extra personality to go with their EXTRA toe beans!

Fill out an adoption form today 🐈‍⬛ https://www.wixforms.com/f/7421694275638789151

06/10/2026

✨ Just when you thought she couldn’t get any more impressive… ✨

Over the past year, Doniele has stood alongside FARA at meetings with commissioners, state representatives, and local leaders to advocate for solutions to Florida’s growing pig overpopulation crisis. She doesn’t just rescue animals—she fights for them.

And if you don’t already think she’s a badass…

🐷 Founder of Cudabears Lair Animal Rescue & Sanctuary

🏛️ Advocate for pigs and farm animals at the local and state level

🎨 Owner of DistressMess

🎉 Hosts fundraising events and b***o experiences that directly benefit the sanctuary animals

☕ Partner in the upcoming Cafe opening this summer

👩‍👧‍👦 Devoted wife and mom

💼 Works full-time

❤️ Cares for countless rescued animals every single day

The reality is that sanctuaries don’t run themselves. They survive because of people like Doniele and her family, who dedicate their lives to giving animals a second chance.

If you’ve been looking for a way to support Doniele, her family, and the amazing residents of Cudabears Lair, this is it.

💚 Let’s show up for Doniele the way she shows up for animals.

Join FARA on Saturday, June 20 at 10:00 AM in for our volunteer day at Cudabears Lair. Let’s give back to someone who gives so much of herself to the animals and help make a difference for the sanctuary residents she works so hard to care for.

We hope to see you there! 💚🐷🐐🐰🐓🦆

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06/08/2026

Sometimes kitties don’t make it easy…. But that never means it wasn’t worth it!

Thank you to CudaBears Lair Animal Sanctuary for all they do to help these sweet babies- even when the babies make it a little difficult 🐈‍⬛

06/07/2026

Look at Journey go 😭😭😭