Working Cat Program

WHAT IS A WORKING CAT?
A working cat is used for rodent or pest population control on farms, shops, or agricultural businesses.

Working Cats:

Are started on vaccinations to help get a jumpstart on the ongoing vet care that is required.
Have been FIV/FeLV tested
Have received a rabies vaccination when age appropriate
Are spayed/neutered
Are microchipped
Have not been declawed : Please note that SFAHS does not preform any declawing surgeries
Do not have special care requirements

REQUIREMENTS

You must be able to provide shelter from the elements for your working cat. This includes a cool place in the hot months and a warm place in the cold months. Proper shelter includes: Barn, Shed, Garage, Workshop, Warehouse or any similar building that provides shelter from the elements (snow, wind, cold, heat, rain) and allows for the safety of the cat from predators.
You must be able to provide cat food and fresh water daily, even though they are working cats you still need to provide food. Please Note: Many believe that feeding working cats will discourage them from moussing, but this is an unfortunate myth. Cats mainly hunt for fun and pleasure, not for sustenance. Failure to feed working cats will actually encourage them to wander away from the property. To keep cats around and encourage them to do the job, they should be well fed on an appropriate diet.
You must be able to provide ongoing vet care, for the health and well-being of your working cat .

ADOPTION PROCESS

Fill out a SFAHS Working Cat application below
SFAHS Staff will Contact the Adopter to set up an appointment to view the eligible cats
Adopter will be able to search through appropriate cats during the appointment to choose one or a few.
Adopters must pay an adoption fee

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