This Saturday from 12–3PM, Durham will sparkle with the annual Great Cat Gathering, where wonderful adoptable cats meet

Independent Animal RescueSeptember 15, 2026

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This Saturday from 12–3PM, Durham will sparkle with the annual Great Cat Gathering, where wonderful adoptable cats meet humans at two joyful locations.

📍 Unleashed Parkway Plaza (4215 University Dr, Ste 13, Durham) 📍 Petco Renaissance Parkway (8200 Renaissance Pkwy, Durham) Featured guests include: Nuggy (brings pure charm) Pinna (brings bright curiosity) Snapple (brings delightful energy) Marty (brings enthusiastic zoomies) Geddy Lee (brings rock‑star confidence) Paris (brings elegant flair) Daisy (brings tiny sunshine) Come meet them and their snuggly friends, enjoy their personalities, and maybe welcome a new furry friend who will proudly supervise your household with love. #CatAdoption #DurhamNC #AdoptDontShop #Unleashed #Petco #FelineFriends #RescueCats #CatEvent #MeetTheCats

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This Saturday from 12–3PM, Durham will sparkle with the annual Great Cat Gathering, where wonderful adoptable cats meet humans at two joyful locations.