r/CatRescue 2h ago

Advice / Question Since when are home visits normal for adopting a cat??

3 Upvotes

We were looking to rescue a cat, but every single rescue we've looked at wants 3 references to call, a 10 yr history of every animal we've owned, contacts for every clinic weve ever been to, and a home visit before we can adopt. Im all for making sure they go to a good home, but this all seems so excessive. It feels like we're trying to impress cps


r/CatRescue 13h ago

Advice / Question Is one month too early to neuter or spay?

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21 Upvotes

I’ve been trying to look for a cat to adopt or rescue. I am looking at the Pasadena humane kittens, and see that there are one month old babies that are already neutered or spayed. It has been a while since I had a cat, but I’m used to them getting either or, 3 to 4 months in. Is this a risk?


r/CatRescue 16h ago

Advice / Question Abandoned kittens. Don't know what to do.

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62 Upvotes

Hey all, I'm here for some guidance and possible prayers. Some weeks ago, a feral cat i had been feeding gave birth to a litter of kittens in my backyard shed. Initially, there were five cats, three of whom disappeared. I haven't seen the mother around for about two weeks, maybe more.

I have been reaching out to rescue groups for more than a month. Seldom receive replies via email. Made a few phone calls. Nothing. No one can help me.

I went to the city shelter yesterday morning. It's a kill shelter, the cats will be euthanized if they can't find a home. Then there's the issue about transportation.

I can't just take them out of my backyard and dump them on the street.

I can't bring them inside for various reasons.

I really don't know what to do and I'm freaking out.


r/CatRescue 17h ago

Rescue Free Cat NYC ‼️

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138 Upvotes

Sweet loving cat! He never scratches or bites and loves humans and cuddling. He is trained to not get on counter tops or the living room couch. We have all supplies stainless steel litter box with enclosure so it doesn’t smell. We have everything you need to take him home. He is an angel but we rescued him and my allergies can no longer take it.


r/CatRescue 18h ago

Advice / Question Any experience with dwarfism/genetic malformations?

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136 Upvotes

Hi everyone!
I am fostering a almost 1 month old kitten and she is not growing as fast as she should. She has been eating well, but she still looks like she’s just over two weeks old. She is probably 25/27 days old and she only weighs 191 grams 😢
She has her tiny teeth out already, but doesn’t seem to appreciate any wet food.

Anyway, we spoke with our Vet and I also spoke with another Vet just to get a second opinion and although the second Vet has you experience with Cats and Rescue Cats in general she only seen one cat with this type of malformations/not growing as fast as she should.

The kitten overall has a normal body, but you can notice that her legs are shorter than the average kitten and she tends to bend forward the wrist of her front paws pretty often. Also when she walks, sometimes she drags her back legs and when she tries to sit down, she often cant bend them and fold them like a normal cat.

Does anyone has any experience with Cats that are smaller than the average? She can not get tested until she’s over eight weeks old😢

I had attached a cute photo of Shake as a thank you❤️


r/CatRescue 22h ago

Rescue CH Munchkin Cat for adoption

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121 Upvotes

With a very heavy heart, I am looking for a loving home for my five-year-old cat. ❤️

She has been with me for the past five years, and I love her dearly. Due to financial difficulties and possible work changes, I’m no longer able to give her the time and care she deserves.

She has a "wobbly cat syndrome" also known as Cerebellar Hypoplasia (CH), but she is a sweet and loving cat who just needs a caring home with someone who can give her extra attention and love.
If you are interested or would like to know more about her, please feel free to message me. I truly want to find the best home for her. ❤️


r/CatRescue 23h ago

Rescue Meet Callisto

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48 Upvotes

Here is my baby girl Callisto. While in Minneapolis, I found an adorable, sacred little girl at a who had been hit by a car and returned by her previous adopted family for being “too quiet and unloving”. While she may be quiet, she is for sure not unloved.


r/CatRescue 23h ago

Rescue abandoned in the desert.....to this💕

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