What is a cat cafe? Perry cat cafe partners with animal shelter [Video]

PERRY, Georgia — A new cafe in Perry is offering a unique twist on the typical coffee shop experience. 

Paws Awhile Cat Cafe, located at 1200 Macon Road, not only serves up a cup of joe but also offers customers a chance to spend time with adoptable cats. 

The cafe, which partners with local animal shelters like PAWS in Middle Georgia and the Houston Humane Society, aims to help find homes for cats while providing a relaxing space for visitors.

“We wanted to create a fun and relaxing environment where people could meet cats in a way that’s more personal and less stressful than a typical shelter,” Rebecca Marfell, the cafe’s owner said. “It’s been a great way to introduce potential adopters to their future pets.”

Visitors to Paws Awhile can grab a coffee on one side of the cafe and then step into the cat lounge, where several cats await. Customers are welcome to interact with the …