CudaBears Lair Animal Sanctuary

09/06/2026

I need everyone to really hear me right now:

I am STILL full.
I cannot take in any more cats at the moment.
We are stretched thin, overwhelmed, and completely out of space.
Until the cats and kittens already here get adopted, nothing can move forward.

Yes, I have a list.
Yes, you might be on it.
Some of you have been waiting for weeks — not because I don’t care, but because adoptions have stalled.
I’m watching the list grow while the cats in my care stay stuck, and it’s heartbreaking.

And then I get asked, “Why aren’t you doing adoption events?”
So let me say this clearly:

Adoption events are a LOT.
They take planning, people, transportation, setup, breakdown, paperwork, follow‑up — all of it.
And right now, I simply do not have the time or volunteer power to make those events happen.

I have a job outside the rescue.
I have young kids.
I have a full rescue to run — and it’s not just cats.
It’s multiple species, multiple medical cases, multiple emergencies, every single day.
And I don’t have a regular vet I can call every time something goes wrong… which lately feels like it’s almost every single day. So I am losing full days going out of town for vet care.

And I need to be honest about this part too:
I hate having this conversation.
I know things are tough for everyone.
And we’re over here struggling just as hard, trying to hold on with both hands. We know this county cannot afford to lose another rescue.

I am doing everything I can.
But until adoptions start happening, I cannot take in more.
Please adopt, share, and help move the cats already in my care — that’s the only way I can help the next ones waiting.

09/05/2026

Our FURRiends have been asking, and we're excited to announce that we are holding our first round of interviews

https://buff.ly/ufmFAPS

09/04/2026

09/04/2026

$5 Feed Friday

It’s that time again — the day when a simple five‑dollar bill turns into full bowls, quiet chewing, and a whole lot of peace for the animals who rely on us.

Every Friday, we ask our community to come together in the smallest, most powerful way. Five dollars. One quick donation. A direct impact you can literally see in every feed bucket we fill.

Rescue doesn’t take a day off. Feed bills don’t take a day off. And the animals definitely don’t take a day off from being hungry.
But somehow, every week, you help us meet the moment.

Your $5 keeps us steady.
Your $5 keeps them fed.
Your $5 keeps this sanctuary moving forward, one meal at a time.

If you’ve got $5 to spare this Friday, we’ll turn it into nourishment, comfort, and care for the ones who can’t ask for it themselves.
Thank you for being the reason we can keep doing this work.

Ways to Donate ⤵️⤵️⤵️⤵️

PayPal – [email protected]
Cash App – $cudabearslairsrescue
Venmo –
Website – www.cudabearslairanimalsanctuary.org
Check – “Cudabears Lair”
2786 Grace Lane, Sebring FL 33875

09/04/2026

Meet Ruby 🤍
Still small. Still dainty. Still quiet as a church mouse.
And yes… still waiting on her furever.

Ruby is about 1 year old, playful but withheld — the kind of kitty who watches the room first and chooses her person slowly, gently, and forever. She’s the quiet companion who curls up nearby, not loudly. The soft presence you feel more than you hear.

Ruby is:
- Spayed
- Vaccinated
- Microchipped

She’s fully vetted, fully precious, and fully ready for someone who appreciates a tender, thoughtful little soul.

If you think Ruby might be your match, you can submit an adoption application here:

https://www.wixforms.com/f/7421694275638789151

09/03/2026

“Greetings, loyal subjects.
It is I, Mr. Pickles, your beloved wool‑laden celebrity and former headliner of the Barktoberfest Petting Zoo.

I regret to inform you that I will NOT be attending this year.
Why?
Because Florida decided to crank the heat up to ‘volcano core,’ and apparently even three giant fans were not enough to keep me from becoming a slow‑cooked casserole. I stood in front of them like a majestic baked potato, and they offered me nothing but warm disappointment.

And before anyone panics — yes, I heard who will be there.

Apparently Larry the Goose thinks he’s the star this year.
Larry.
A bird who screams at clouds and slips when he tries to act tough. He will be honking around like he owns the place, but let’s be honest: he’s just the opening act for his own delusions.

Then there’s Cookie the Pig, who believes she is as important as a chocolate chip cookie.
She is not.
She is delightful, yes, but she is not me. She will trot around acting like she’s the main attraction, but everyone knows she’s just there for the snacks.

And let us not forget Chance the ‘fancy’ pigeon — the one who struts like he’s royalty because he once rode in a car. He’ll be flapping around like he’s the VIP guest, but he weighs less than one of my hooves and has the ego of a small, feathered politician.

Meanwhile, I — Mr. Pickles — will be at home, in the shade, enjoying snacks and refusing to be steamed alive for entertainment.

I love you all, but I love not melting even more.”

09/03/2026

🎟️🚤 PARTY BANA RAFFLE WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT!

My heart is overflowing tonight. Thank you to every single person who entered, shared, boosted, and believed in this raffle. These fun little moments keep our chaos crew fed, vetted, safe, and loved — and you make that possible.

For every ticket you bought, your name went in. We scrambled them, loaded them into the generator wheel, held our breath, hit SPIN… and let fate choose.

✨ THE WINNER OF THE PARTY BANA + ZACH’S PIZZA RAFFLE IS…
🌟 Hannah McQueen !!! 🌟

Hannah, congratulations — truly. You just won:
🚤 Half‑Day Party Bana Rental
🎟️ FOUR Half‑Day Passes
🍕 FOUR Large Pizzas from Zach’s Pizza

This is a whole lake day + dinner handled, and we hope you make the happiest memories with it.

The certificate is digital, so I’ll be emailing it over shortly.

Thank you again to everyone who entered. Your support keeps Cudabears Lair alive and fighting for every animal who needs us.

09/03/2026

🎟️🚤 BOAT RAFFLE WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT!

My heart is full tonight. Thank you to every single person who jumped in, shared, supported, and believed in what we’re doing here at Cudabears Lair. These raffles aren’t just fun — they keep our chaos crew fed, vetted, safe, and loved. And you showed up for them.

For every ticket you bought, your name went in. We scrambled them, loaded them into the generator wheel, held our breath, hit SPIN… and let fate choose.

✨ THE WINNER OF THE BOAT RAFFLE IS… Staci Christmas!!! ✨

Staci, congratulations — truly. We hope you and Dix make the sweetest memories out on that water. You deserve a day that feels like sunshine.

The certificate is digital, so I’ll be emailing it over shortly.

Thank you again to everyone who entered. Your support keeps this place alive. More raffles, more fun, more lifesaving chaos coming soon.

09/02/2026

JitterBug #34140
Female grey
44.0lbs approx. 3 yrs. old
Heartworm positive

Available dog/puppy for adoption or rescue as long as space or health allows

Highlands County Animal Services
7501 Haywood Taylor Blvd
Sebring, FL
[email protected]

ADOPTION FEE:
$115 Non-Spayed Female (covers spay surgery, rabies vaccine, heartworm test and microchip)
$110 Non-Neutered Males (covers neuter surgery, rabies vaccine, heartworm test and microchip)
$35 Fixed Male or Female (covers impound fee, rabies vaccine, heartworm test and microchip)

501c3 rescues can pull for free (does not cover spay/neuter)

Rescues must provide spay/neuter paperwork to Highlands County Animal Services within 30 days

Please be aware that when you adopt a dog/cat from Animal Services and they go to the veterinarian for their spay/neuter surgery, they will charge you a small fee for a bath & flea/tick prevention.

Please PM the Friend of Highlands County page or email [email protected] if you can help or have any questions!

Thank you!!