What do you do with a rescue kitten?

What do you do with a rescue kitten?

The first thing you’ll need to do is capture the stray kitten. For some kittens, this is as easy as reaching out and scooping them up. For others, you may need to contact a local animal society or shelter to obtain the humane traps often used in TNR. Simply place the trap out with some food inside, and wait nearby.

Why did I take my kitten back to the shelter?

I felt terrible about even thinking about taking him back to the shelter since I had made a commitment to him. I had seen it many times before — someone gets a dog or cat and for one reason or the other, takes the animal back to the shelter, or even worse, to a kill-shelter.

What to expect when you bring home a shelter cat?

Your new cat has had a rough day already, and will probably be stressed by the time you bring him home. He is most likely used to the closed environment of a shelter cage, so it would be best to keep him confined in a small safe room for the first few days, especially if there are other cats in the house.

Why did I want to foster a cat?

No matter how much you love cats, waking up to the smell of poop is never pleasant.) I decided I would try my hand at fostering a cat to make sure I was truly ready for the commitment.

Why did I take my orange tabby kitten home?

The adorable five-month-old orange tabby was awaiting eye surgery. He was born with a non-functioning eye, and it would have to be removed. He had the sweetest face and I couldn’t wait to bring him home. Like many animals in a new home, he was shy and scared during his first few hours.

How many cats have been rescued by Kitten Rescue?

Kitten Rescue volunteers place over 1,000 cats and kittens into homes every year. Since we began, we have rescued and placed over 21,000 cats (and counting!) into loving homes. Watch Kittens on our Live KR Kitten Cam! Need your daily dose of cuteness and stress relief?

What happens when you bring home a new cat?

Place us naked in a room filled with strangers and most of us would try to hide! It is common for cats, regardless of whether they come from homes or streets, to hide in a new territory. Very sensitive or under-socialized cats often hide for a week or more! You know that this cat is now a member of the family, but the cat doesn’t.

When was Kitten Rescue founded in Los Angeles?

A cat (or two!) makes every home more fun. Meet our cats and prepare to fall in love. Kitten Rescue was founded in the spring of 1997 and has grown to be one of the largest and most respected animal welfare groups in Los Angeles.

How can I get my rescue cat to behave?

Getting past the abandonment and fear your shelter/rescue cat may be feeling takes time and patience, plus the ability to truly empathize with your new cat.