Preparing For Your New Family Member

Your cat will need a room of their own while they settle. It should be:

Quiet

Away from other pets

Have everything they need for the at least the first night (see “Supplies needed”)

The settling in period will vary depending on the cat. Some cats take longer while others settle in quick. There is no “right” amount of time

New cats should stay inside for at least 4-6 weeks or until they are 6 months old so that they can settle properly

Supplies needed

Water bowl - should be placed away from food bowl

Food bowls - one for biscuits and one for wet food

Litter tray - it is best to have a couple just in case. Place this away from where the food and water bowls are!

Bed 

Litter and scoop

Wet and dry food 

Toys 

Scratching post 

Cat carrier

Safety in the home - what to look out for

Anything that could cause injury, such as....

Wires (kittens especially may chew on these!)

Wobbly furniture that might fall if jumped on

Stove tops, open fires, candles etc

Escape routes - remember cats can fit through much smaller spaces than you think!

Open windows

Cat flaps

Loose floorboards

Potentially harmful substances 

Lilies (highly toxic!)

Antifreeze

Cleaning Products

Food left out in the kitchen (most of it won’t be directly harmful, but it’s still not good for them!)

Travelling

Make sure your carrier is secure, clean, and dry. 

Your cat will come with a blanket to help them settle on the journey and in their new home

You are likely to need this carrier again in the course of having a cat - eg for vet trips, travel, etc. So we recommend that you have your own instead of borrowing.

We have carriers available for £10 if you do not have your own.

Other things to consider

Registering at a vet

Routine healthcare (flea and worm treatments, vaccinations, dental care. Everything we have given the cat already will be listed on your paperwork.)

Insurance (you will usually receive 4 weeks free insurance through us at adoption)

Planning for holidays

Thank you for adopting from us!

Not every cat will be the same or require the same treatment. At the point of adoption and when discussing your cat, a member of the team will discuss your cat’s exact requirements and explain whether it differs significantly from this guide.

Our support doesn't stop when you leave, we are always happy to speak to you regarding your cat and any questions or concerns that may arise after adoption. So feel free to contact us if you need anything after your adoption.

You can email us at [email protected]