Cozumel Cats

Earlier this year we went on vacation to Cozumel, Mexico. The all-inclusive resort we stayed at was filled with cats.

But these cats were ear tipped. Every. Single. One.

A quick Google search revealed that the Iberostar hotel chain participates in TNR with local rescue groups. Once the cats are TNR’d, their staff continues to feed them at Cat Cafes.

Apparently “all-inclusive” also includes the cats.

It made a great vacation even better to know that these cats, who of course still came around for food because they’re no dummies, were cared for. These cats were fixed, fed, and were living in heaven. They looked healthy, and were fairly acclimated to humans, but clearly enjoyed their outdoor life. They wanted a bit of food, not pets.

Here’s the view when we flew in. Heaven!

Our resort was like a sanctuary for a variety of animals, including Mr. Iberostar the Iguana.

Iguanas in my yard.

And peacocks.

Peacocks in my yard.

Lots of peacocks.

Peacocks that followed us around.

And followed the cats around.

But really, the cats and the peacocks pretty much ignored each other.

This Cozumel Cat Colony consisted of about a dozen cats, and they lounged all through the resort.

They greeted you as soon as you checked in. And took your seat.  These tabby siblings were everywhere. On the walkways.

In the shade.

On the grass.

And outside of our room.

How do I know those tabbies weren’t the same cat? Check them out.

Gorgeous.

And of course they were in the dining room.

Who could resist “the look”?

I’m going to stay at another Iberostar location in Mexico and I hope the cats are TNR’d there as well.