Fostering
CATSS is not a shelter and does not have a central location to house our adoptable cats. We rely on a network of foster homes to take care of our cats while we find them forever homes. If you're interested in fostering a cat or kitten, or would just like more information about fostering, please feel free to contact us.
Why do cats need fostering?
- Some are simply lost and need a place to stay until their owners reconnect with them.
- Some were pets but have been on their own for a while and need to relearn how to trust people and be part of a household.
- Many are orphaned or abandoned feral kittens that are still young enough to be socialized to people.
- Others are ready to adopt but simply need a place to stay until they find a home.
Foster Homes agree to:
- Provide food, shelter, litter and socializing at their own expense.
- Assume all risks to themselves, their family members and guests and their own pets.
- Not allow the fosters to go outside unless specifically agreed to by CATSS.
- Co-operate with CATSS efforts to have the foster adopted; ie let people see the cats, allow them to be taken to fairs, allow them to be placed at adoption sites such as Petsmart, etc.
- Ensure all adoptions be made according to CATSS guidelines with CATSS contracts.
- Not incur veterinary expenses in the name of CATSS without approval from CATSS
- Make arrangements for care during vacations, etc.
- Make it clear if there are time limits on a specific foster.
CATSS agrees to:
- Provide routine medical care including FIV/FleV testing, worming, initial vaccines and spay/neuter.
- Provide an experienced contact person for advice and support and to authorize medical care if needed. CATSS will pay for any authorized care.
- Actively work toward adoption; i.e. advertise, place in adoption sites, etc.
- Assist when possible with transportation for vet care, placement, etc.
- Assist when possible with vacation coverage, etc.
- Find other placement if the cat is not compatible or if a specified time limit is met.