I have a stray cat that showed up and I took it in and have been feeding her, but I can't keep her. I would hate to leave her at a shelter. She is so sweet and follows me around. I have put ads in local classifieds but havn't had any luck. Does anyone have any ideas on what I could do?
2007-10-04 09:39:47 · 11 answers · asked by kla3232 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
Ask about fostering. Your local humane society can tell you if this available in your area.
There are many families who adopt cats and keep them in their homes until they find someone to take ownership. Usually, the fosters will keep the cat indefinitely so you know it will have a good home.
You might want to go ahead and get the cat spayed in the meantime.
2007-10-04 09:42:34 · answer #1 · answered by Veritas 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Where do you live, Kla3232?
I live in the UK, South of England, if you're local I will try to help...
It's difficult to suggest anything without knowing where you live.
In UK, I would say, try the cat protection league. They will do home checks before rehousing an animal so you can rest assured that the cat will go to a good home. Unless you are prepared to do a home check yourself and investigate any respondents to your adverts, the cat would probably be better off in the hands of the charity rather than for you house it with a stranger.
Alternatively, check your local vets. Perhaps they know of a good owner who has recently lost a cat and who would be willing to take on a stray.
Best wishes
chirpy
2007-10-04 10:06:59 · answer #2 · answered by chirpy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just keep advertising. Post flyers on any local bulletin boards (like at the vets, the market, etc). Try running an ad in the "free" ads papers. Maybe on line too (I have had my best luck there) . It would be awful if you had to take her to a shelter. Hopefully you can find someone nice to adopt her. Good luck and best wishes.
2007-10-04 09:46:01 · answer #3 · answered by Sniggle 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try FreeCycle.org. They have local groups all over the country, and it's free to join. I see lots of listings from people offering pets, and they are usually adopted. The good thing about FreeCycle, is you'll get e-mail responses from everyone who is interested, and you can choose the cat's new owner yourself.
Good luck. I hope you find her a good and loving home.
2007-10-04 10:34:55 · answer #4 · answered by Kathryn 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Try and find a no-kill shelter, or contact a rescue group and offer some financial assistance to ease their reluctance. Reluctance, since most are overwhelmed already. I have posted a link that will show who is involved in your area. You pretend you are seeking a cat, and the groups will show.
2007-10-04 10:38:09 · answer #5 · answered by cat lover 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Im in the same boat friend...I have been feeding a stray cat at my friend's house everyday and now she is pregnant and I already have several cats...Im torn with what to do...
2007-10-04 11:51:06 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
umm if you took the cat in and it has bonded with you..how could you get rid of it? seriously.. i mean why was it okay to take it in in the first place? is there something that has changed? honestly you should have never took her in if you knew that you would not be able to provide her with a home... poor kitty...i would take her...i have four otner kitties too but i live in California and lol dont know where you are at... good luck i guess.
2007-10-04 09:51:00 · answer #7 · answered by bLeSsEd 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
call animal administration the subsequent time they ensue. they're going to come, %. up the strays, get them checked via a vet, and then put in a look after. Then they're going to have a shot at a kinfolk.
2016-10-06 02:44:40 · answer #8 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Change the "can't" part to "can". You may have to move to a new place, get rid of your significant other, or start taking allergy medication. Do whatever it takes, but you & this cat have bonded so there's no turning back now.
2007-10-04 09:43:52 · answer #9 · answered by My Evil Twin 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
have you tried craigslist?
2007-10-04 09:45:38 · answer #10 · answered by ricecat 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋