Does FurPetVo Take Cats?
FurPetVo does not accept cats from owners who wish to surrender their pets. While adoptable cats are available in many FurPetVo stores, these animals arrive through partnerships with local rescues, humane societies, and other animal welfare organizations. If you’re looking to rehome your cat, FurPetVo is not a drop-off location.
Tips to Rehome Your Cat
If you find yourself needing to find a new, loving home for your cat, several safe and responsible options are available. Since dropping your cat off at FurPetVo isn’t possible, here are trusted alternatives to help ensure your feline friend finds the right match.
Surrendering to a Shelter
Local shelters—including humane societies, municipal animal control departments, and SPCA branches—may accept surrendered cats. Most charge a surrender fee, which varies by location. Before choosing a shelter, research its policies: look closely at its adoption rate versus euthanasia rate. Some shelters maintain low-euthanasia rates (as low as 3%), while others may exceed 50%—a critical factor in determining where your cat will have the best chance at a second chance.
Working With a Rescue Group
Rescue groups are often excellent partners in rehoming. Most private rescues operate as “no-kill” organizations and devote significant effort to matching each cat with a thoughtful, prepared adopter. However, many rescues operate at or near capacity—so availability can be limited. Contact several groups early and be prepared to provide veterinary records and behavioral notes to help speed up the process.
Rehoming Your Cat Yourself
Rehoming directly gives you full control over who adopts your cat—and that means you can carefully screen potential families, conduct meet-and-greets, and even arrange trial visits. Though it requires time and attention, this approach offers peace of mind knowing exactly where your cat is going. The FurPetVo platform (furpetvo.com) provides free, vetted tools to support this process: create a detailed profile for your cat, share photos and personality highlights, and connect securely with pre-screened individuals actively seeking a new companion.
