Where do people get cats from now?

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Just that really, where do people get cats or dogs? I've sadly just lost my tabby cat Poppy. It's still quite raw and I probably won't get another as I do have another cat who was never very keen on her. Poppy was so sweet and just ignored Jess swipes growls and hissing, but obviously people can't post on Facebook anymore. I got Poppy from the cats protection when she was 4 but I'm not sure how fussy they are these days. I see lots of cats but wonder where people get them.

Got mine from a local rescue

I've had rescues before and never will again. They come with behavioural issues and illnesses that aren't disclosed before you choose to adopt. So you're expected to pay vet bills for all these conditions.

I'd rather buy a kitten or a puppy from a reputable person than from a shelter.

You have to be realistic and understand that some animals are given up because of unacceptable issues.

I got my current two from a colleague whose cat had kittens. They have been amazing cats, age 16 now. I don't think a rescue would've let me have kittens with small children at the time, even as an experienced cat owner. Someone you know is the next best thing to a rescue place. They came from a nice home with other animals and kids and were already quite socialised, and litter trained at 12 weeks.

We adopted our 5 year old female from Four Paws in Oxfordshire. Don’t forget the mature cats.

I've adopted from Cats Protection and also Blue Cross who do private fosters.

My preference would be Blue Cross any day. The kittens were far more socialised and are the sweetest, most placid adults now.

While Blue Cross care very deeply for the cats they aren't as rigid with their acceptability checklist as Cats Protection.

Well said. We also have a branch in Canning Town serving North and East London and Essex.

In case no one has yet posted it you can find a comprehensive list of rescues by area here www.catchat.org

We got our most recent cat from a local farm

I got my girl from the SSPCA last year and it took a few applications! But they actually weren’t that strict in the end.

I would check the big animal charities but also check to see if there are any local charities that you could adopt from.

I adopted my cat from Cats Protection. They asked a few questions but nothing unusual. Different cats will suit different homes. Some are no good with kids, some are fine. Contact your local shelters and they will try and match you up with a suitable cat.

Think my cat cost about £100 adoption fee which included neutering, chipping, and 4 weeks free insurance.

Guess it depends on what kind of rescue you have locally. Ours have all come from rescues. Most recent was a kitten who's the cuddliest cat I've ever had, although to be fair, I credit my kids with that: they doted onhim from the start and have made him the happiest, most secure creature ever.

Another loan rescue will only home pairs of kittens, which is fine.(and we have done in the past)... unless you already have catsand just want one to bring in.

She's a stunner!

Mine were both from a local rescue - both indoor cats. The adoption process was very easy - we're in a city centre flat with no garden, and some rescues didn't have any suitable cats when we were looking to adopt, but I rang up as soon as I saw mine posted on this rescue's facebook page and went to meet them the next day. Best decision ever. 😻