Rehoming a cat or kitten
I’d like to rehome a cat – what do I need to do?
I’d like a specific breed of cat, but would like to rescue one rather than getting one from a breeder – is this possible?
I’m trying to find a kitten – do you have any tips?
How much does it cost to rehome a cat?
Visit our cats looking for homes
I’d like to rehome a cat – what do I need to do?
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We’re always pleased when someone wants to offer a home to one of our animals. All three of our centres have cats looking for new homes. Please see our visit us area for details of opening times and how to find us.
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We will ask you to fill in one of our Homefinder forms, so that we know a little bit about your lifestyle and we like to meet the whole family. You can download a Cat homefinder form and bring with you, or complete one when you visit the centre.
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We will ask to see two forms of identification, one of which must show your current address.
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If you rent your home we will ask for written consent from your landlord saying that they are happy for you to keep a pet on the premises. In cases where this is noted on the tenancy agreement, we’re happy to accept a copy of this.
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If you have existing cats in the home we ask that they are neutered and fully vaccinated, and that you let us know the name of your vet.
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We will then introduce you to the cats you are interested in meeting and let you know as much as possible about them. We can’t ever promise that a certain cat will be a perfect match for you, but we try hard to ensure you’ll be as compatible as possible.
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Some cats are able to go to their new homes very quickly or even straight away, while others need to remain here with us until they have been neutered or have recovered from any ailments.
- We’re happy to hold a cat for up to 48 hours while you get your home ready.
I’d like a specific breed of cat, but would like to rescue one rather than getting one from a breeder – is this possible?
- Yes! For almost every breed of cat, there is a club or organisation which takes in and rehomes only those breeds. Go to GCCF (The Governing Council of the Cat Fancy) and select ‘Cat Welfare Rescue Directory’. You may have to wait before a suitable cat becomes available, and of course you’ll be expected to make a donation.
I’m trying to find a kitten – do you have any tips?
- If you call us on a regular basis we will let you know when we have kittens available, and arrange for you to come and visit them. In general, the winter months see a lull in the number of kittens being born, and the spring is the start of the so-called 'kitten season'.
Will my new cat be neutered, vaccinated and microchipped?
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While we always neuter adult cats before they leave us, this obviously isn’t possible with kittens, so instead we give you a neuter voucher to take to your vet. We ask you to have your kitten neutered once it is between four and six months old and then send us the voucher signed by your vet. We’ll then send you a contribution towards the cost of the operation.
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Adult cats will be up-to-date with their vaccinations, flea and worming treatments, while kittens will be as far through their course as their age allows. Any outstanding treatment will need to be carried out by your own vet.
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All cats and kittens will be microchipped before leaving the Rehoming Centres.
How much does it cost to rehome a cat?
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The rehoming fee for a cat or kitten is £70.
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In addition to being treated for fleas and worms, being neutered, vaccinated, microchipped (where appropriate), every animal will also receive four weeks complimentary pet insurance through Pet Plan.
For further information on rehoming or to enquire about a specific cat, please contact a member of our Cat Welfare Team on 0844 248 8181 or by emailing catenquiries@woodgreen.org.uk.
You can find out more about cats by visiting our cat advice section.