Expertly written by our dear friend and fellow cat lover Donna Bush, this article is both a deep dive into animal control challenges in our state and the story of our organization.

Army vet still living in her car after Ida gets boost from the community

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Three 'blind' kittens, displaced by Hurricane Ida, find a home for the holidays

Summary: Dr. Catherine Wilbert and her team received 71K pounds of food from their partners at the American Humane and Chicken Soup for the Soul.

Summary:  Dr. Wilbert spoke about Big Sky’s annual Easter fundraiser.

VIDEO: Easter Champagne Brunch and Eggstravaganza

Summary: Dr. Wilbert and Chef Mike Gowland spoke about Big Sky’s annual Easter fundraiser during WWL’s cooking segment

Summary:  Sharon Schluter spoke about Big Sky’s annual Easter fundraiser.

Hunting for Easter activities on New Orleans' northshore? Here's what you need to know

Excerpt: For those who want to get out in the country, Angel’s Grove Ranch in Bush and Big Sky Ranch in Folsom are the sites of the Easter EGGstravaganza and the Easter Champagne Brunch and  Eggstravaganza on Saturday and Sunday, respectively. Both events benefit animal causes, horse rescue at Angel’s Grove and pet adoption, plus spaying and neutering at Big Sky.

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STORY: Healthcare Heroes

Summary:  Health Care Heroes honors health care professionals in the New Orleans area who have set the pace for the overall community.

Author:  Donna Bush

SLIDESHOW: Big Sky Ranch (30-31)

Excerpt: “For the last four months, I’ve stared stories of heroic works of Louisiana people assisting with hurricane relief efforts. This month’s story highlights a group that assists in a different way…. Entering Big Sky Ranch and CATNIP Foundation was founded by Dr. Catherine Wilbert and Sharon Schluter in 2012.”

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Excerpt: “The Big Sky Ranch Animal Shelter, based in Folsom, Louisiana, stopped by the LSU Vet Center on Sunday to spay and neuter 37 cats. Those cats are either stray, or the owners cannot afford the surgery. The group says this is important to help control the population and reduce the number of cats that have to be euthanized.”

Author:  Wendy Wilson Billiot

Excerpt:  “Amidst turkey gobbles, rooster crows, and clucking hens, Dr. Catherine Wilbert and her partner, Sharon Schluter, can be found leading a tour, giving directions to volunteers, or receiving donations from generous patrons.  They seem to have endless amounts of time and energy for the folks who drop by looking to adopt a cat or for sick kittens in need of attention.”

Summary:  Dr. Catherine Wilbert brought Magnus on Fox’s morning show to discuss ways to minimize pet stress, especially during the Mardi Gras season.

ARTICLE: Five honored at Women’s Choice Awards

Excerpt:  The Professional Women of St. Tammany presented its inaugural Women’s Choice Awards banquet at Tchefuncta Country Club, honoring five parish women who excel in their areas of expertise and who are contributors to our region’s present and future development.

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Summary: Dr. Catherine Wilbert spoke to WDSU’s anchor about its mission and about taking up volunteering as a New Year’s resolution.

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Summary: Dr. Catherine Wilbert spoke to WWL’s anchor about its mission and about taking up volunteering as a New Year’s resolution.

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Summary: Dr. Catherine Wilbert appeared on FOX’s Morning show to discuss the fundraiser and Big Sky’s mission.

Animal rescue ranch near Folsom gears up for frigid weekend

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Excerpt: “The temperature is expected to dip below 20 degrees. Staff and volunteers are gathering blankets and heaters and wrapping the animal shelters with plastic.