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New Street Cat Clinic brings rescue to South Florida outdoor cats
By Litzy Grijalba at WSVN 7 News
· June 5, 2026
· 2 min read
Just about everyone in South Florida has seen stray cats roaming around. A new clinic is hoping to be part of the solution. Courtney Allen has this 7Spotlight. It’s just another day at the office for Matthew Toscano and dozens of cats. He’s the executive director of Street Cat Clinic, which is dedic
Key takeaway It’s just another day at the office for Matthew Toscano and dozens of cats.
Why this matters in The Miami
The Street Cat Clinic's arrival in South Florida is a welcome development for the region's outdoor cat population. Given Miami's reputation for being trap-neuter-and-release-friendly, it's no surprise that the clinic's founders, Matthew and Deanna Toscano, chose to set up shop here. With the clinic's focus on serving vulnerable cats, it's likely to make a significant impact in neighborhoods like Little Havana and Wynwood, where stray cats are a common sight. The clinic's goal of expanding its services to help more cats will depend on securing private donations, which could be facilitated by partnerships with local animal welfare organizations and community groups. As the clinic continues to grow, it will be worth watching how it collaborates with existing stakeholders, such as the Miami-Dade County Animal Services, to address the broader issue of stray animal management in the area.
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Category: arts ·
Published: June 5, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Just about everyone in South Florida has seen stray cats roaming around. A new clinic is hoping to be part of the solution. Courtney Allen has this 7Spotlight. It’s just another day at the office for Matthew Toscano and dozens of cats. He’s the executive director of Street Cat Clinic, which is dedic
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