Right now, it's urgent
Is this an emergency?
10 signs your cat needs a vet now, what to do in the first 10 minutes, and every 24/7 emergency hospital in Orange County.
The 10 things most likely to poison your cat
Lilies first. Poison hotline numbers, what counts as exposure, and what to do — printable for the refrigerator door.
My cat is missing
The first 48 hours, hour by hour. Lost cats hide close to home — search the right way and the odds are with you.
Outside your door
Found kittens? Read this first
Their mother is probably nearby — and she's their best chance. A two-minute decision guide before you intervene.
Afford your cat in Orange County
Low-cost spay & neuter, TNR vouchers, pet food banks, and emergency vet-bill help — every local program in one place.
When the hardest day comes
Grief support for pet loss
Free hotlines and support groups, and a few words for the road.
Directory details across these pages were last verified July 5, 2026 — always call ahead; hours and programs change.