Adopt or foster a cat or kitten

Cats bring gentle companionship, charm and their own unique kind of love, and by adopting or fostering a cat or kitten from RSPCA WA, you’re returning that love by giving the life-changing gift of a safe, loving home to a cat or kitten who is currently waiting patiently in our shelter.

Cats’ personalities are as unique as our own, so whether you’re looking for a calming couch dweller or a strong, independent feline, our friendly team can help you find the right fit.

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Adopting a cat or kitten from RSPCA WA

We want to give animals in our care the very best opportunity for a healthy, happy life with their new family, so every cat or kitten available for adoption is:

  • Desexed
  • Vaccinated
  • Microchipped
  • Fully health-checked and rehabilitated, with information available on any ongoing health
  • Behaviour-assessed, with information available on temperament with people

The cat adoption process:

  1. Plan – Cats can live for 10-20 years. Consider your budget, lifestyle and if you’re ready for the long-term commitment of cat ownership. Learn more.
  2. Explore – See who’s available for adoption in Perth online or in person.
  3. Visit – See your potential new companion in person.
  4. Make it official – Complete the paperwork to finalise your adoption and take your new pet home.
  5. Settle in – Help your cat or kitten adjust to home life, with our support.

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Items you need before you adopt:

  • Collar and ID tag
  • Water and food bowls
  • Kitten, adult or senior cat food
  • Litter tray, litter and poop-scooper
  • Comfortable bedding
  • Scratching post
  • Toys for physical stimulation
  • Grooming and cleaning products
  • Regular worming and flea control products

these items can be purchased at the RSPCA WA Animal Care Centre when you adopt your cat or kitten, with all proceeds from every sale helping RSPCA WA improve animal welfare across WA.

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Fostering a cat or kitten from RSPCA WA

Sometimes, cats and kittens in our care can’t be listed for adoption just yet but are perfectly suitable for – and would benefit greatly from – a little extra love and attention in a home environment. There are many reasons why a cat or kitten may need short or medium term fostering, including:

  • Seized cats or kittens in protective custody while legal proceedings are underway.
  • Cats or kittens recovering from surgery or short-term, treatable illnesses.
  • Cats or kittens which are struggling in the condo environment.

How we support our foster carers

When you generously give your time and energy to foster a cat or kitten from RSPCA WA, we provide everything you’ll need to take care of your furry guest. This includes:

  • All food
  • All material items (bedding, carry cages, toys and so on)
  • All medications and instructions on how to administer them
  • Free vet check-ups and urgent care
  • 24-hour emergency phone support

The cat fostering process:

  1. Plan – Consider how your time, space and lifestyle may need to adapt to care for a cat or kitten, and how long you can commit to fostering for.
  2. Apply – Complete this form to let us know about your situation and preferences.
  3. Find your match – We’ll suggest suitable cats and arrange a time for you to meet and pick up your furry guest.
  4. Check in – Bring the cat or kitten in for regular vet check-ups as part of their ongoing care.
  5. Farewell – When it’s time, we’ll arrange a time when you can drop them off. When you’re ready, we’ll match you with your next cat or kitten.
    1. … or welcome home. If your foster cat becomes available to adopt, you are always welcome to go through the adoption process.

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