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Heaven Is A Place On Earth, And I Went There

A month ago my partner and I visited the most amazing cat sanctuary on one of Hawaii’s small islands, Lanai. Here they have an extremely unique sanctuary program for cats, which over 580 felines call home.

We spent about 4 hours speaking with the sanctuary’s team, taking photos, and well… petting cats. If you ever make it to Hawaii, Lanai Cat Sanctuary is not to be missed. Enjoy!

More info: thegreatwentphoto.com

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MysticalMan 7 years ago

Beautiful photos of beautiful beings.

17points

Vaughn Hyndman 7 years ago

Larry Ellison owns the island and has done a lot for the sanctuary.

11points

Stephanie Blasyak 7 years ago

I would love to go there that is amazing! I wonder how they keep track of flea treatments, vaccines and medical treatment among so many kitties.

11points

Andrew Marttila (Post author) 7 years ago

These were some of the questions we asked. Rest assured that they provide top quality care to not only their cats, but all of the island's residents' cats As well. Truly a remarkable place!

33points

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DopethronePunkUk 7 years ago

This seems like cat heaven, purrfect. There is a dog sanctuary like this in costa rica and me and wifey are seriously considering moving there for a few years to volunteer and look after the 700 dogs they have...ahhh sounds amazing.

6points

SuperTango 7 years ago

CATFURTERIA!!!

6points

A. Najime 7 years ago

Lovely heaven.

3points

Lauren Kaufmann 7 years ago

aaahhh take me now!!

3points

Jace Summers 7 years ago

Unreal. I can't imagine what the the day to day upkeep is at a place like that but whatever it is it's worth it.

3points

Cat Meow 7 years ago

That's it, I am moving right this second

3points

Sophiestic 7 years ago

Wow, you capture these purrfect moments so well! It's amazing how their unique personalities come through these pictures. :) Congrats! It warms my heart to know that these kind of places exist, where so many cats are well taken care of. I would be happy to see more of your work here on BoredPanda! :)

1point

Joseph Dillman 7 years ago

All these cats share the same, "What are you doing here?" assy look. Like cats do. istilllovesthem

1point

AutumnNies 7 years ago

All of the cats are so gorgeous! I have a question, though. Some of the cats' ears are clipped/marked. Do the owners do that, or do the cats get into fights and get the marks on their ears?

1point

stacyh 7 years ago

Usually when a cat's ear is clipped, it means that cat has been neutered/spayed. I could be wrong in this instance, but I believe that's what that means.

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Monica Anderson 7 years ago

I went here too amazing experience especially with the bird concervation motives!

1point

Jon Sleeper 7 years ago

That's a lot of kittehs. Great photos!

1point

Joe Mcgillicuddy 7 years ago

A safe haven for cats. how cool is that?

1point

Diane Reece 7 years ago

Mahalo for sharing!

0points

Stefania Abruzzi 7 years ago

If you hate cats it's not heaven .. it's hell

0points

Donna Muse 7 years ago

Is that Hannah Shaw?

0points

Samantha Dement-Graham 7 years ago

This place not only saves the cats, but it also saves the birds of Hawaii. Having the cats in a sanctuary like this keeps them from feeding on the birds. It keeps them safe, healthy, and well cared for. PLUS all cats are available for adoption!

0points

Samantha Dement-Graham 7 years ago

It is THE best thing about Hawaii! I would move there in a heartbeat if I could. It is my dream.

0points

Mindy Keys 7 years ago

Such stunning photos. Thank you for sharing. You should do a calendar. Sign me up for 3 or 4!

0points

Laur Song 7 years ago

This wouldn't be heaven for me. I would be sneezing and wheezing since I'm allergic to cats :(

0points

Flower Child 7 years ago

Vacation time!

0points

Marion Friedl 7 years ago

PURRADISE!!! 💖💖💖

0points

Marceline 7 years ago

Well, that's an AMAZING sanctuary! Congratulations to the people who create it! It is a heaven in earth, indeed! P.S.: Kitten Lady I love youuuu...! I'm a BIG admirer and fan of you!

0points

Julie Smith 7 years ago

Logan -u smell like s**t!! Ana- how do YOU smell?? Don't be jealous that you both aren't as smart as half a cat! Cat domination!!!!!!!

0points

Janne Butler 7 years ago

I wish I could adopt all these beautiful furbabies and give them a loving furever home.

0points

Benski Trenkins 7 years ago

No no NO! I shall not go there! ... Cause I'd want to adopt them all 😁

0points

Elaine Van Zon 7 years ago

oh oh oh I wanna go!

0points

Maverick rudometkin 7 years ago

how my heart feels right now; images-14-...ba8483.jpg

0points

Claire Sylvester 7 years ago

Eeeeeeeeeeeekkkkk cats freak me out!

-2points

Ana T. 7 years ago

wonder how smells like

-3points

John Morgan 7 years ago

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Andrew Marttila (Post author) 7 years ago

I would encourage you to read about the island's history and why this sanctuary was created. It protects both cats and the island's native wildlife.

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LSR 7 years ago

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MysticalMan 7 years ago

Beautiful photos of beautiful beings.

17points

Vaughn Hyndman 7 years ago

Larry Ellison owns the island and has done a lot for the sanctuary.

11points

Stephanie Blasyak 7 years ago

I would love to go there that is amazing! I wonder how they keep track of flea treatments, vaccines and medical treatment among so many kitties.

11points

Andrew Marttila (Post author) 7 years ago

These were some of the questions we asked. Rest assured that they provide top quality care to not only their cats, but all of the island's residents' cats As well. Truly a remarkable place!

33points

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DopethronePunkUk 7 years ago

6points

SuperTango 7 years ago

CATFURTERIA!!!

6points

A. Najime 7 years ago

Lovely heaven.

3points

Lauren Kaufmann 7 years ago

aaahhh take me now!!

3points

Jace Summers 7 years ago

Unreal. I can't imagine what the the day to day upkeep is at a place like that but whatever it is it's worth it.

3points

Cat Meow 7 years ago

That's it, I am moving right this second

3points

Sophiestic 7 years ago

1point

Joseph Dillman 7 years ago

All these cats share the same, "What are you doing here?" assy look. Like cats do. istilllovesthem

1point

AutumnNies 7 years ago

All of the cats are so gorgeous! I have a question, though. Some of the cats' ears are clipped/marked. Do the owners do that, or do the cats get into fights and get the marks on their ears?

1point

stacyh 7 years ago

Usually when a cat's ear is clipped, it means that cat has been neutered/spayed. I could be wrong in this instance, but I believe that's what that means.

3points

Load More Replies...

Monica Anderson 7 years ago

I went here too amazing experience especially with the bird concervation motives!

1point

Jon Sleeper 7 years ago

That's a lot of kittehs. Great photos!

1point

Joe Mcgillicuddy 7 years ago

A safe haven for cats. how cool is that?

1point

Diane Reece 7 years ago

Mahalo for sharing!

0points

Stefania Abruzzi 7 years ago

If you hate cats it's not heaven .. it's hell

0points

Donna Muse 7 years ago

Is that Hannah Shaw?

0points

Samantha Dement-Graham 7 years ago

0points

Samantha Dement-Graham 7 years ago

It is THE best thing about Hawaii! I would move there in a heartbeat if I could. It is my dream.

0points

Mindy Keys 7 years ago

Such stunning photos. Thank you for sharing. You should do a calendar. Sign me up for 3 or 4!

0points

Laur Song 7 years ago

This wouldn't be heaven for me. I would be sneezing and wheezing since I'm allergic to cats :(

0points

Flower Child 7 years ago

Vacation time!

0points

Marion Friedl 7 years ago

PURRADISE!!! 💖💖💖

0points

Marceline 7 years ago

Well, that's an AMAZING sanctuary! Congratulations to the people who create it! It is a heaven in earth, indeed! P.S.: Kitten Lady I love youuuu...! I'm a BIG admirer and fan of you!

0points

Julie Smith 7 years ago

Logan -u smell like s**t!! Ana- how do YOU smell?? Don't be jealous that you both aren't as smart as half a cat! Cat domination!!!!!!!

0points

Janne Butler 7 years ago

I wish I could adopt all these beautiful furbabies and give them a loving furever home.

0points

Benski Trenkins 7 years ago

No no NO! I shall not go there! ... Cause I'd want to adopt them all 😁

0points

Elaine Van Zon 7 years ago

oh oh oh I wanna go!

0points

Maverick rudometkin 7 years ago

how my heart feels right now; images-14-...ba8483.jpg

0points

Claire Sylvester 7 years ago

Eeeeeeeeeeeekkkkk cats freak me out!

-2points

Ana T. 7 years ago

wonder how smells like

-3points

John Morgan 7 years ago

This comment is hidden. Click here to view.

Andrew Marttila (Post author) 7 years ago

I would encourage you to read about the island's history and why this sanctuary was created. It protects both cats and the island's native wildlife.

4points

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LSR 7 years ago

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Logan 2440 7 years ago

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