January's Updates at the Cat Program

Your monthly scoop on Cal Poly’s feline friends

Happy February!

Happy New Year! We hope you had an exciting January as we launch into the new year. Although 2026 is only one month underway, we’re excited to share our recent achievements and highlight the upcoming events we have planned for this month.

January adoption count: 18

  • Sardine

  • Renee Rapp

  • Penguin

  • Quail

  • Vienna

  • Jolly Roger

  • Chamomile

  • Binx

  • Sequoia

  • Stir Fry

  • Earl Grey

  • Turkey

  • Dandelion

  • Tinsel

  • Spectacled Bear

  • Chai

  • Peppermint

  • Oolong

We are so happy to see SO many cats go to their amazing new homes!

January Announcements

National Geography Event

We had such an amazing time at the National Geographic Event on January 28th in the Performing Arts Center. We got to host a booth at Wild Cats Revealed with Sandesh Kadur, a filmmaker for National Geographic. This was an inspiring experience, and we had the opportunity to connect with so many people who share a passion for wildlife, storytelling, and conservation.

February’s Events

JSA Cat Cafe Pop-Up Event

February 6th

Come visit us at Dexter Lawn on February 6th to hang out, meet some of our current adoptable cats, buy Cat Program merch, and learn more about the program and the volunteer opportunities we offer.

Cat Cafe Vintage Sale

February 7th

Visit us at the Caffienated Cat Cafe in Grover Beach on February 7th to support our program and meet the adoptable cats at the Cat Cafe.

Valentine’s Day Bake Sale

February 12th

Come visit us at Dexter Lawn on February 12th to purchase some baked goods, meet some of our current adoptable cats, buy Cat Program merch, and learn more about the program and the volunteer opportunities we offer.

Gold Bar Piercing

February 13th

Want to get a piercing while supporting the Cat Program? Come visit us at The Gold Bar Piercing and turn your style into support for a great cause!

Get to know some of our adoptable cats!

Interested in donating?

We unfortunately do not receive any monetary support from Cal Poly. Please consider donating to support our program. Click here to learn more.

Stay connected

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