Cats & Kittens for Adoption

Adopting from Cat Rescue Christchurch

Cat Rescue Christchurch asks for an adoption fee for all cats and kittens, which covers de-sexing, microchipping, worming, flea treatment and at least their first vaccination. Each cat and kitten also comes with their own collar and ID tag. Every cat and kitten re-homed from Cat Rescue is de-sexed before adoption.

Before adopting a cat, Cat Rescue Christchurch asks a number of questions to ensure it is a suitable home for a cat. Some of the things we will ask about include:

• Can you offer the cat a forever home? Cats can potentially live for 15-20 years.
• Are you aware of the needs and ongoing costs of caring for a cat? Feeding a cat can cost more than NZ $8.00 a week, not including the expense of other items, such as a litter tray, toys, bowls etc. Veterinary fees can be expensive. Your cat should be visiting the vet at least once a year for check-ups and vaccinations. Other health measures include flea treatment and de-worming. There can also be unexpected vet bills when the cat is sick or gets injured.
  
• Is the cat for you? Cat Rescue Christchurch will not adopt cats as gifts, unless we can talk to the person who will be caring for the cat and that they will meet the cat before deciding to adopt.
• Are you prepared to keep the new cat inside for one month to ensure he/she is fully settled? You will need to have at least the basics when you bring your cat home: litter tray and litter, food and food bowls, toys, scratching post and cat carrier.

For comprehensive cat care information, visit http://www.thepethub.co.nz/PET+CARE/Cats.html.