Cat Care Durango

Background Statement

Cat Care Durango is a PACFA certified, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing and rehoming cats, founded in 2023 by Padgie Kimmick. Before launching Cat Care Durango, Padgie spent over 20 years providing Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) services to the Durango area, passionately working to address cat homelessness and overpopulation in the Southwest region of Colorado.

Through her TNR efforts, Padgie recognized the critical need for a public, brick-and-mortar facility to serve as a hub for adopting cats in need of loving homes. In response and with the help from foundation grants and donations, Cat Care Durango opened a free-roaming facility with a capacity to care for 30 to 60 cats at any given time. This unique space allows cats to live and interact comfortably while awaiting adoption, creating a stress-free environment that promotes their well-being and helps potential adopters connect with their future feline companions.

Since opening in 2023, Cat Care Durango has rescued over 230 cats and kittens, finding loving homes for more than 180 of them. The organization's mission is to increase these numbers year over year, providing even more cats with the chance to live happy and healthy lives.

The cats rescued by Cat Care Durango come from a wide range of backgrounds and hardships, including abandonment, neglect, and homelessness. Many rescues are achieved through collaborative efforts with other non-profit organizations and through active community outreach. These partnerships and initiatives reflect Cat Care Durango's commitment to making a lasting impact on the lives of cats and the people who care for them.

One notable mission Cat Care Durango undertook was in 2023, when a group of dedicated staff members traveled to Maui to rescue 12 cats that had been displaced by the devastating Lahaina fire. These cats, having endured the trauma of the disaster, were brought back to Cat Care Durango to recover in a safe and nurturing environment. Thanks to the team's efforts, these cats were provided with the care they needed and were given the opportunity to find loving homes through the organization's adoption program. This mission highlights Cat Care Durango's commitment to helping cats in need, not just locally but wherever their assistance is required.