Adoption Process

🐾 Interested in Adopting?

Here’s What We Need From You

Once a kitten or cat becomes available on our website, please send us an honest email telling us about your home, lifestyle, and what you’re looking for in a companion.

We need more than just “family of four looking for a tabby.”
We do not adopt based on colour — we carefully match personalities and energy levels to the right home and lifestyle. After all, you wouldn’t choose a companion for the next 12–18 years based on hair colour alone.

Why We Ask for Details

Your information helps us understand you, your household, and your expectations. This allows us to make the best possible match, so honesty is important.

Please don’t be discouraged if we suggest a different cat or kitten than the one you enquired about — it simply means we believe another may be a better fit for your home.

• Busy households may not suit shy or sensitive cats

• Quiet homes may not suit highly energetic kittens

• Homes with young children may not suit kittens that are still learning boundaries

Finding the right match ensures the best outcome for both the cat and their new family.

All Kitty Haven Cats and Kittens Are:

• Microchipped

• Desexed

• Vaccinated

• Flea and worm treated

Adoption Donation

• Kittens: $250

• Adults: $150

• Seniors (8+ years): $100

• Purebred: Price varies depending on breed, age, and temperament

A Commitment for Life

We want the very best outcomes for our cats and their families. Adoption is a long-term commitment of 12–18 years, and it’s important we get it right for everyone involved.

If, at any stage in your cat’s life, your circumstances change and you can no longer keep them, we ask that you contact us. We will always support you in finding the best possible outcome.

Essentials for Owning a Cat
🐾 Everything your cat needs to feel safe, healthy, and at home

Bringing a cat into your life is a long-term commitment. Having the right setup from day one helps them settle quickly and reduces stress for both of you.

Safe Environment

• A warm, quiet space to settle in (especially for the first few days)

• Secure windows and doors while they adjust

• A safe indoor space or a secure outdoor plan

Food & Water

• High-quality dry and/or wet food (consistent diet is important)

• Fresh water available at all times

• Separate food and water bowls (not right next to each other is ideal)

Litter Setup

• At least 2 litter trays (rule of thumb: number of cats + 1)

• Good quality litter

• Scoop daily and clean regularly

• Place trays in quiet, low-traffic areas

Comfort & Rest

• Soft bedding in a warm spot

• Safe places to hide (boxes, covered beds, quiet corners)

• Elevated spots if possible (cats feel safer up high)

Enrichment & Play

• Toys (wand toys, balls, chew toys)

• Scratching posts or pads (to protect furniture and support natural behaviour)

• Daily interaction and playtime

Health Care

• Regular vet checks

• Up-to-date vaccinations

• Flea and worm prevention

• Desexing and microchipping (all Kitty Haven cats already have this done)

Ongoing Costs

• Food

• Litter

• Routine vet care

• Unexpected medical costs (important to plan for)

Time, Patience & Commitment

• Time to bond and build trust

• Understanding that adjustment can take days or weeks

• A commitment of 12–18 years

🐾 Kitty Haven Tip
Every cat is different. Some settle in straight away, others need time. Go at their pace, keep things calm, and let them come to you.