Become a Foster Carer with Cat Haven

by John F (subscribe)

"My mate and I are waiting for our furrever home, but in the mean time we need a lovely foster carer. We will not be a bother as we can amuse ourselves when you are busy."

Foster Carers Desperately Needed

Cat Haven is currently holding over 300 cats and kittens on their grounds and over 500 cats and kittens in foster care. As always, the surrenders keep on coming and they are drastically running out of room, and need foster carers as soon as possible.

As more kittens come in, the adult cats get overlooked and take much, much longer to adopt. They have a number of adults looking for foster homes, both healthy and ones that are a little unwell, needing some extra TLC.

Now is the Purrfect Time to Share

Cat Haven provides all food, bedding, litter, veterinary work and toys Free of charge (for the cat, that is!). All you need is a spare room or space to keep them in and a big heart with a lot of love to share.

If you have been thinking about fostering, NOW is the time, or if you aren't able to foster please share this article! To foster or for more information, all you need to do is fill out the application here. Alternatively please call foster care and leave a message on 9442 3633 or on fostercare@cathaven.com.au and Cat Haven will be in touch ASAP.

You'll be taking home a very grateful little pet when you adopt a cat or kitten from Cat Haven in Shenton Park. Maybe choose two from the many homeless strays who find their way to Cat Haven's doors every day of the week.

Why Two Cats are Better than One

You're saving two lives instead of one!
One cat can become lonely
By having two or more cats you are able to enjoy the true social nature of cats and the relationship they have with one another
The workload to care for two cats remains relatively the same
You don't need any more room for a second cat
Two cats provide each other with exercise, social interaction and mental stimulation
Cats that have a companion of the same species tend to be more socially well-adjusted which can help prevent behavioral problems
Two cats are cleaner than one cat as they groom one another

We have Special Needs


Eight year olds, Mischief and Frankie are at present in foster care. They are a special pair of feline companions, not only because they're one of the 'Golden Oldie' pairs, but also because they're both FIV positive. They need looking after carefully to ensure they stay as healthy as they are today. If you have any concerns about FIV and cats, please have a chat with one of their friendly vet staff. As part of their 'adopt a Golden Oldie' promotion you can adopt both Mischief and Frankie together for a $ donation of your choice.

Eight-Month-Old Sisters


Lipsy (white/tabby) and Lulu (tabby) are sisters and best of friends who come as a pair. These two teenage girls absolutely love to play and talk to each other, calling if they're in separate parts of the house. Lulu has figured out that if she meows at her foster carer, it results in the food bowl being topped up. They were very timid at first, but now they've found increased confidence. Your family can adopt these lovely girls for the teenager package price of $99.

Mother and Daughter


My name is Opal. I'm the pretty girl with the white nose and tummy with my equally tabby daughter, Otter. What is it with kids these days? They just don't leave home! Therefore, we come as a package deal. I am rather a shy and old-fashioned at heart. Otter is a 'generation Y' type girl of the digital age. She loves to 'play' football (soccer) on your TV chasing the ball around. We are not lap cats, but both love a stroke and a cuddle. Please consider adopting us; we have grown in confidence at our foster home and are now ready for our furrever home. As a mum and teenager package we will complete your family for the one price of $99."

A Cat on the Dashboard


Your treasured pair must be transported home in a secure cat carrier. If you do not have one, you can purchase one from the Cat Haven. Unfortunately, they cannot make any exceptions. Would you have it any other way?

The Fine Print

Cat Haven do not adopt out cats or kittens as gifts. If you wish to purchase a cat or kitten for someone else, a gift voucher can be provided. Otherwise, the owner of the cat must be with you at time of adoption. Thank you!
Photographic ID (such as a drivers license) showing your current address must be provided. If no photo ID with your current address, please also bring down a secondary piece of proof, such as a utility bill etc. (This can be in soft copy).

Contacts for a Cuddle

Please check their website (with lots of photos and web cam), contact the Cat Haven on (08) 9442 3600 or pop down to 23 Lemnos St, Shenton Park, for a cuddle (don't forget your cat carrier for two). All cats and kittens are sterilised, microchipped and vaccinated, wormed and treated for fleas.

Foster Caring is a Win Furr Everyone

You can find out more about the above six waifs and many other cats needing your help by phoning 9442 3633 or email fostercare@cathaven.com.au
Foster Care: https://www.cathaven.com.au/how-you-can-help/fostering/



Cat Haven Opening Hours
Open 7 days per week (Closed Christmas and Good Friday)
Retail shop: 8am to 5pm (Sundays: 9am to 5pm). Public holidays: 10am to 5pm.
Adoptions: Weekdays: 11.30am to 4:30pm. W/ends and p/holidays: 11.30am to 4.30pm.
Surrenders - BY APPOINTMENT ONLY: Weekdays: 8.30am to 11am only - Cost $50 per cat. W/ends: 9am to 10.30am only - Cost $50 per cat. Surrenders without appointment - Cost $100 per cat.

All photographs courtesy of the Cat Haven Website
Original Illustration Image: Travel with a cat from WikiHow
Artwork and Photoshop editing by John F

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Why? To Save a Life or Two

When: Now and Furrever

Phone: Cat Haven on (08) 9442 3600

Website: www.cathaven.com.au/how-you-can-help/fostering

Where: 23 Lemnos St, Shenton Park

Cost: Varies

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