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Fostering
PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING, THEN SCROLL DOWN FOR THE APPLICATION FORM IF YOU'D LIKE TO APPLY TO FOSTER FOR HECTOR'S HOUSE CAT RESCUE
Hector's House relies on our wonderful fosterers to enable the rehabilitation of the cats in our care. Without fosterers, we would not be able to help as many cats as we do. Although we have pens on site, we aim to not keep cats there for longer than needed, and the next step is moving into a foster home.
What is fostering?
Fostering is crucial to our cats' rehabilitation. Oftentimes, our cats are incredibly scared, untrusting and suspicious of humans.
A foster home is a temporary home to allow the cat to show its true colours and be further assessed before finding its forever home.
We never know their full history, however for a cat to be a 'stray' and not a feral means it's likely to have had human interaction at some point in its life, and was possibly abandoned. From that point on, no one knows what happened.
We house cats in pens when they first arrive. Once neutered and assessed, we aim to get the cats into a foster home as soon as possible where the foster carer will work to gain the trust of the cat, provide it with comfort and safety, and teach them that they don't have to fight for their next meal.
All veterinary treatment is organised and paid for by the charity. All supplies needed can be provided by the charity. We ask all of our fosterers to organise their own travel to and from vet appointments, but this can be facilitated by the charity if required.
Adult Foster Home Requirements
Other pets
It is preferred to not have other pets in the household but not essential (this can be assessed during a home check and some allowances can be made if you have a spare room where your foster cat can stay)
Young children
For the children's safety, it is preferred that there are no young children in the household (for adult cats only)
Knowledge
An understanding of cat welfare requirements and some experience looking after cats
Experience
Understanding of cat behaviour is preferred but not required, we will provide guidance
Access
Having a door between where the cat stays and any door entering/exiting the house
Temperament
Most importantly, patience and understanding
Kitten Foster Home Requirements
Other pets
It is preferred to not have other pets in the household but not essential (this can be assessed during a home check and some allowances can be made if you have a spare room where your foster cat can stay)
Household
Ideally a busy household; this will allow the kitten(s) to learn human sounds and behaviours whilst still ensuring they have a safe space to retreat to
Presence
Kittens need lots of company (especially at younger ages), so having someone who works from home or works part time would be ideal.
Access
Having a door between where the kitten(s) stays and any door entering/exiting the house