Our aim is to match our cats and kittens with the best home possible.
The below guide is to help you understand the commitment you are making and your suitability.
~ A cat is for life ~
Cats can live for 20 or more years, are you prepared?
~ Affordability ~
Costs add up, please consider this properly.
Food, litter, flea & worm treatment, annual booster vaccinations, cattery/cat sitter for holidays
and possible vet treatment if they fall ill or have accidents.
~ Safe outdoor access ~
We ask that houses are at least 100 metres away from busy roads and railway lines for when they are ready/old enough to go out. Safety is of paramount concern not only because of the pain and suffering accidents bring, but also because our volunteers have invested a lot of time and effort preparing cats for rehoming.
~ Working hours ~
Cats and kittens need company. Your working hours and if you have other pets will dictate the age and personality of the cat you can adopt. Kittens shouldn't be left alone for more than a couple of hours at a time. Cats can be left longer but still need their human friend around a lot. Adopting more than one together helps and means they can be left slightly longer. We are happy to discuss this with you on the home check call.
~ Young children & other pets ~
We will consider homing to families with young children but we are selective. Children must be able to understand the need to fully respect all pets. Not all dogs are suitable to live with cats and history of living with/being around cats is helpful.
Rented accommodation
Not all landlords allow cats so we need to see written permission from your landlord that pets are allowed.
~ Keeping cats and kittens inside ~
We ask that cats are kept in for 6-8 weeks when they first come to live with you in order that they can settle and understand where home is. Kittens must be kept in until they are at least 8 months old, preferably 12 months.
~ Annual vaccinations & health checks ~
You must commit to taking your cat for an annual health check and booster vaccination.
Also to getting medical attention if injured or ill.
We look forward to hearing from you and matching you up with your purr-fect furry companion.
The below guide is to help you understand the commitment you are making and your suitability.
~ A cat is for life ~
Cats can live for 20 or more years, are you prepared?
~ Affordability ~
Costs add up, please consider this properly.
Food, litter, flea & worm treatment, annual booster vaccinations, cattery/cat sitter for holidays
and possible vet treatment if they fall ill or have accidents.
~ Safe outdoor access ~
We ask that houses are at least 100 metres away from busy roads and railway lines for when they are ready/old enough to go out. Safety is of paramount concern not only because of the pain and suffering accidents bring, but also because our volunteers have invested a lot of time and effort preparing cats for rehoming.
~ Working hours ~
Cats and kittens need company. Your working hours and if you have other pets will dictate the age and personality of the cat you can adopt. Kittens shouldn't be left alone for more than a couple of hours at a time. Cats can be left longer but still need their human friend around a lot. Adopting more than one together helps and means they can be left slightly longer. We are happy to discuss this with you on the home check call.
~ Young children & other pets ~
We will consider homing to families with young children but we are selective. Children must be able to understand the need to fully respect all pets. Not all dogs are suitable to live with cats and history of living with/being around cats is helpful.
Rented accommodation
Not all landlords allow cats so we need to see written permission from your landlord that pets are allowed.
~ Keeping cats and kittens inside ~
We ask that cats are kept in for 6-8 weeks when they first come to live with you in order that they can settle and understand where home is. Kittens must be kept in until they are at least 8 months old, preferably 12 months.
~ Annual vaccinations & health checks ~
You must commit to taking your cat for an annual health check and booster vaccination.
Also to getting medical attention if injured or ill.
We look forward to hearing from you and matching you up with your purr-fect furry companion.
