How Yoga4Cats Began

By meow, you've heard of cat yoga - but did you know that it all started in deCATur, IL? 

Back in 2015, Yoga4Cats founder Jeanette Skaluba was volunteering at another shelter. It occurred to her that most of the events and fundraisers were dog-focused and the cats needed something unique and engaging to promote them for adoption. 

The first-ever yoga practice was held with adoptable shelter cats! The event video quickly went viral resulting in over 13 million views of the story through assorted media outlets. The concept caught on quickly with many shelters and rescues offering "copy cat" events - soon to be followed by... you guessed it - GOAT YOGA!

Since then, Yoga4Cats became a 501(c)(3) charity, and a licensed, foster-based shelter. Our rescue efforts now span programs for adoption, trap-neuter-return, and low cost spay/neuter. Although the organization has grown significantly, our mission and vision remains focused on Zen for Rescue Pets.