Behind every shelter installed, there's a story. The story of a cat who, without this refuge, might not have survived the winter. These simple yet powerful stories show how a small gesture can change a life.
Minette, saved from the cold in the middle of winter
In a small town in eastern France, residents of a neighborhood regularly fed a stray cat nicknamed "Minette." Last winter, temperatures plummeted to -8°C . A neighbor decided to place a small, insulated shelter in his garden. Minette found refuge there every night. Today, she is healthy and continues to live outdoors, but with a roof that saves her life each winter.
Simba, the kitten found in the snow
In the countryside, a couple discovered a freezing kitten huddled under a car. Too young to withstand the cold, it risked dying of hypothermia. They placed it in an outdoor shelter filled with straw and provided it with appropriate food. Simba survived, grew up, and today he has been adopted by a family in the village.
Grisou, protected from cars
Grisou, an old stray cat, had taken to hiding under still-warm car engines. One morning, he narrowly escaped an accident. Alerted, a resident installed a Miawi shelter at the back of her yard. Since then, Grisou has rested there every night. This simple act provided him with a safe haven and likely extended his life by several years.
Why these stories matter
These stories are not isolated. According to animal welfare organizations, thousands of stray cats find a bit of respite each year thanks to shelters set up by individuals. Without these shelters, their life expectancy would remain limited to 2 to 4 years on the street , compared to 12 to 15 years for a domestic cat.
Everyone can write a new story
Setting up a shelter, providing food, raising awareness among neighbors… Every gesture can save a stray cat and offer it a second chance.
With Miawi, we want to multiply these small victories. Because a simple shelter can transform a cat's life, and write a story of survival rather than a silent tragedy.
