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AUB's Feline Sanctuary: 1,200 Cats Bring Comfort
9/17/2025
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Story summary
- The American University of Beirut (AUB) is home to over 1,200 cats, a program initiated 30 years ago to rescue abandoned cats from Lebanon's wars.
- AUB provides spaying, neutering, and vaccinations, with efforts to adopt out some cats.
- While opinions vary among students, kindness towards the cats is mandatory.
- The cats often enter classrooms, offering comfort during stressful periods.
