Scratching Post

Failing Has Never Felt So Good!
You may have heard the phrase “foster fail” before. At Ten Lives, we love a good foster fail!

Hello Rosny Park!
At Ten Lives we are all about the people, the planet, and pussycats. One way we help all three is through our op shops – and there’s a new kid on the block!

Expanding Care
As we continue construction works and upgrades at the Cat Centre, we’re already seeing the impact of all the hard work, and we’re excited to share one of the latest improvements with you.

Ewok’s Journey: From Crisis to Care
You may have heard the phrase “foster fail” before. At Ten Lives, we love a good foster fail!

Taking Cat Welfare to the Community
It’s been a full few months for the Ten Lives team, with a strong focus on working alongside councils, schools and residents to make a real difference on the ground.

On the Glenorchy
Treasure Trail!
Ten Lives was delighted to take part in the recent launch of the Glenorchy Treasure Trail.

Beau’s Tail of Triumph
Beau, a one-year-old tabby with distinctive white markings, made quite an impression during his stay at the shelter. Since arriving in May, Beau’s lively personality and warm hearted nature quickly won over everyone who met him.

Midway Point Project Update
The Midway Point Cat Management Project focused on working with the local community to promote and improve ways to keep cats safe, healthy and happy, while protecting wildlife in the ecologically sensitive Pitt Water Orielton Lagoon Ramsar site.

Hello Moonah!
Ten Lives Op Shops have become a much-loved part of the Hobart second-hand community. With shops already in Margate, North Hobart, and New Norfolk, we were thrilled to announce the opening of our new Moonah store.

Panda’s Path to Pawsperity
In the heartwarming tale of Panda, a stray discovered on the outskirts of a new subdivision in early March, every step of her journey towards recovery speaks volumes about resilience, care, and dedication.

Launching ‘Meow Meals’: A Helping Paw for Cat Owners in Need
A new initiative aimed at supporting both feline companions and their owners, Ten Lives is proud to announce the launch of the “Meow Meals” Feline Food Assistance Program.

Midway Point Project Update
Ten Lives is in the final stages of setting up an arrangement that could see a low cost desexing program as part of the Midway Point/Orielton Lagoon Cat Management Project.

Fostering: A Family Affair
John Wright along with his wife Susan and their family have fostered 54 cats and kittens for Ten Lives since March 2021.

Triumph Through Trials: Kristopher’s Story
Meet Kristopher, an extraordinary feline who has met several unique medical challenges with grace and patience.

Midway Point Project Update
Building on the success of our collaborative initiative, TassieCat, Ten Lives, and Sorell Council are making significant steps in cat management at Midway Point.

The Love Bug
Herbie is a remarkable cat who captured the hearts of everyone who met him. This one-year-old tabby and white boy had severely diseased eyes when he arrived at Ten Lives.

Feline Friends Unite
Happy Paws Happy Hearts and Ten Lives team up for a greater cause.

Midway Point Project
Our aim is to improve responsible cat ownership within our community and that is why Ten Lives is a key partner in the innovative cat management program on Bruny Island.
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