Thanks to an incredible volunteer for the Maddie's Shelter Medicine Program, many cats and kittens in Puerto Rico have toys to give them comfort and enrichment while they're in the shelter.

Although there continue to be challenges for the shelters in Puerto Rico, progress is being made.

With the support of Petsmart Charities, the University of Florida and Operation Catnip teamed up with ten Panhandle animal organizations to help spay and neuter more than 200 cats and dogs.

A UF Shelter Medicine Program alum is partnering with local advocates to put an end to this practice.