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Our passion is the care, desexing, management, socialisation and adoption of wild and abandoned cats

14/02/2025

Wizard and our 78 cats in care send you much love and kisses for Valentines 💋💐💝

💜 💚 HOW YOU CAN HELP 💙 🧡

https://givealittle.co.nz/org/KittyCat-Rescue (Takes 4 weeks to clear)

KittyCat Rescue 06-0689-0962655-00 Ref: Donation

Valley Cottage Vets 02-0528-0541120-00 Ref: RACHE3

13/02/2025

A lot has been happening behind the scenes and I unfortunately bring sad news.

Due to conflicts of interest we will be moving out of our HQ by the end of this month. We potentially have another property lined up, but we are in no way relying on it, especially as the owner is still pondering the decision.

Thanks to our amazing and committed Fosters we have successfully found fosters for all of our HQ cats, but we could use any and all help with transport from our HQ in Central Upper Hutt, to our storage container in Montgomery Crescent from next week onwards.

If anyone knows of a property we could utilize as our HQ, please feel free to pass this info onto me. And a big thank you to Bill of Hammond Transport Ltd for always taking care of us with a storage container free of charge for 6 months ❤️

💜 💚 HOW YOU CAN HELP 💙 🧡

https://givealittle.co.nz/org/KittyCat-Rescue (Takes 4 weeks to clear)

KittyCat Rescue 06-0689-0962655-00 Ref: Donation

Valley Cottage Vets 02-0528-0541120-00 Ref: RACHE3

11/02/2025

🌈 REST IN PEACE 🕊️

Young Adult Male Cat was sadly hit by a car earlier today (11/2) and found passed away at 10 Totara Park Road, Upper Hutt.

He is a stunning Light Silver Tabby - potentially British Shorthaired X or some type of Cross Purebred. He is desexed but has no microchip, his silver and white colours with small ginger patches and markings are very unique.

In good condition, someone will be missing this boy :( So sorry for your loss, he was handled with much love and care. He is now with Maidstone Vets who will hold him for 7-14 days.

09/02/2025

🎉 It's my 34th birthday TODAY, and I'm inviting you to join in on the celebration in a truly special way! 🎈 This year, instead of gifts, I would be over the moon if you could make a difference by donating just 💲3.40 to support our furry companions.

Rachel's KittyCat Rescue 06-0689-0962655-00

With 80 adorable cats counting on us for their next meal, your contribution can provide them with the love and care they desperately need. Every little bit counts, and your generosity means the world to these precious souls. 🐾❤️ Let’s make this birthday one to remember by spreading kindness together! Thank you all for your incredible support! 🙏✨

09/02/2025

It's just another casual mid Summer Sunday late night newborn kitten drop off to Jody of Feral Nation ❤️

What's Summer without a few last minute drop offs to Roseneath 🤷‍♀️ 😅 Thank you so much Jody.

These babies are from the second part of the Trentham colony. Unfortunately 2 of 5 kittens had already passed away, just 3 remain. 4 were huddled together in an overgrown grapevine bush, and the tiny runt was stuck higher up tangled in the vines :(

Their Mum may have been around, but as there are several heavy-set pregnant or given birth females in the area, and due to the kittens dire condition, intervening was the best option.

All fingers, toes and paws crossed for these three beauties 🤞 🍀

08/02/2025

It’s my 34th birthday this Monday, and I would be thrilled if you could join in the celebration by donating just 💲3.40 to our rescue ❤️

Rachel's KittyCat Rescue 06-0689-0962655-00

With 84 furry friends relying on us for their next meal, your support means the world! Every little bit helps, and we truly appreciate your kindness. 🐾 🙏 🐾 Thank you all.

😉 (This may also help us to secure a potential new HQ!)

06/02/2025

🌈 REST IN PEACE 🕊️

Found approx 8 week old kitten outside of 50 Oregan Drive, Timberlea, Upper Hutt.

She is a Grey Classic Swirled Tabby with no microchip. I will take her to Maidstone Vet tomorrow.

It's questionable whether she was owned or a wildborn stray, but regardless she was handled with much love and care. Thank you Kelly for taking her off the road and bringing her to me.

03/02/2025

Who doesn't love a good glow up!? 🤩

And we certainly love our boy Tailor! 😻

💜 💚 HOW YOU CAN HELP 💙 🧡

https://givealittle.co.nz/org/KittyCat-Rescue (Takes 4 weeks to clear)

KittyCat Rescue 06-0689-0962655-00 Ref: Donation

Valley Cottage Vets 02-0528-0541120-00 Ref: RACHE3

02/02/2025

WE NEED YOUR URGENT AND COMMITTED FOSTER HELP‼️

💜 BERNETTE 🩷

Bernie is the sweetest girl ever! She requires a relaxed and more quiet foster or foster to adopt home that's patient and understanding of her natural wariness and flea and possible food allergy. She may require ongoing visits to Stokes Valley Vet.

9/10 months old, Bernie is a pleasant and placid sweetie who makes us laugh every day with her silly antics. With a mixture of demure confidence, Bernie adores any and all attention and love, but move too quickly and she retreats back to her safe cat tree space. Bernie can hiss when startled, but it is literally all talk. She is very good with other cats.

Bernette has a flea and potential food allergy which we are working through. Due to this she is on daily Steroids and a Hypoallergenic diet.

We are desperately and urgently in need of any and all long term help with these kitties please. No short term, it unfortunately does not help in the long run. Thank you all. 🙏

Bernie is doing amazing on her rescue journey, she just needs to learn a bit more confidence, and to learn room and house training. We'd love to find a foster, or foster to adopt. If you can help please fill in our adoption or foster forms and come and meet her! Thank you.

⭐ Foster Application:
https://form.jotform.com/240831183502044

🏡 Adoption Application: https://form.jotform.com/240831194278056

02/02/2025

ADOPTED!! 🏵️ MARIGOLD & JASMINE 🌷

Meet Marigold and Jasmine, two delightful 13 week old sisters who have journeyed from the uncertainties of life as wildborn strays on a farm to a world filled with warmth and affection. As former farm cats, they boast exquisite camouflage markings, making them both striking and unique.

These two adorable furballs would thrive in a loving home together; their bond is undeniably special.

Marigold is the confident leader of the duo. She adores lounging on a lap, soaking up all the pets and attention she can get. Her life is a symphony of soothing purrs, and she often ‘assists’ with computer work, turning the keyboard into her playground. 😅 Playful yet wise, she enjoys frolicking with feathers, but she’s just as content to spectate while Jasmine engages in her antics. Marigold's soft fur, adorned with charming white streaks, gives her an enchanting look, especially with the whimsical markings around her nose that might make you think she’s got a touch of dirt!

Then there's Jasmine, the spirited dynamo of the pair. Her enthusiasm for playtime is infectious; she can chase feathers for hours on end, particularly her favourite one attached to a toy mouse. Jasmine has quite the vocal repertoire, especially when she’s determined to conquer her beloved toy. When the excitement winds down, she insists on curling up on a lap, and, trust us, there’s no denying her that request. A natural climber, she loves to perch herself up high, often making her way to my shoulder to ‘join in’ on video calls.

Both little ladies are fantastic with kids, especially when feather toys are in play. They were unfazed by their first encounter with a dog and quickly warmed up to their adopted brother in our home, showcasing their adaptable and friendly nature. These two are not just companions; they are a duo bursting with love and personality, ready to bring joy to their forever family!

13 weeks old, Marigold and Jasmine are being fostered in Totara Park, Upper Hutt. If you'd like to meet them please fill in our adoption application form here: https://form.jotform.com/240831194278056

💲 350 Adoption fee for both includes desex, vaccine (boosters needed), microchip + registration, flea & wormed, house & litter trained.

31/01/2025

Due to unforeseen circumstances we have 2 weeks to urgently move a few of our cats. WE NEED YOUR URGENT AND COMMITTED HELP‼️

💚 MAC AND TIGER
Available for adoption! Bonded Pair Mac and Tiger require an indoor only home with no other cats. We urgently need a long term foster, or foster to adopt home.
🌎 Read more about them here: www.facebook.com/share/p/18dJvTYhBV

💜 BERNETTE
Bernie is the sweetest girl ever! She requires a long term relaxed and more quiet foster or foster to adopt home that's patient and understanding of her natural wariness and flea and possible food allergy. She may require ongoing visits to Stokes Valley Vet.

9/10 months old, Bernie is a pleasant and placid sweetie who makes us laugh every day with her silly antics. With a mixture of demure confidence, Bernie adores any and all attention and love, but move too quickly and she retreats back to her safe cat tree space. Bernie can hiss when startled, but it is literally all talk. She is very good with other cats.

Bernette has a flea and potential food allergy which we are working through. Due to this she is on daily Steroids and a Hypoallergenic diet.

We are desperately and urgently in need of any and all long term help with these kitties please. No short term, it unfortunately does not help in the long run. Thank you all. 🙏

These kitties are all doing amazing on their rescue journey, Bernie in particular just needs to learn a little bit more confidence, and to learn room and house training before she's ready to go! We'd love to find a foster, or foster to adopt home. If you can help please fill in our adoption or foster forms and come and meet them! Thank you.

⭐ Foster Application:
https://form.jotform.com/240831183502044

🏡 Adoption Application: https://form.jotform.com/240831194278056

30/01/2025

Due to unforseen circumstances we are moving out of HQ and have 3 weeks to urgently move some of our cats. WE NEED YOUR URGENT AND COMMITTED HELP‼️

🌎 Public Link to Share: www.facebook.com/100069345546045/posts/927834559538054

🩷 MEGAN
Requires a long term foster or foster to adopt home with plenty of cats for her to love to eventually regain human trust through other cats in her own time.

At 9 months old Megan is still recovering from trauma caused by her previous home who greatly let her down by removing her kittens too young to sell at Christmas time, and then shamelessly dumped her on a farm. She since came to us and is a very playful and silly little girl, but she doesn't want to know humans again just yet and we can't blame her! It's imperative she goes to a foster home with other friendly cat/s.

💚 MAC AND TIGER
Available for adoption! Bonded Pair Mac and Tiger require a long term foster or foster to adopt home with no other cats.
🌎 Read about them here: www.facebook.com/share/p/18dJvTYhBV

💜 BERNETTE
Bernie is the sweetest girl ever! She requires a long term quiet foster or foster to adopt home that's going to be patient and understanding of her natural wariness and flea and possible food allergy. She may require ongoing visits to Stokes Valley Vet.

9/10 months old, Bernie is a pleasant and placid sweetie who makes us laugh every day with her silly antics. With a mixture of demure confidence, Bernie adores any and all attention and love, but move too quickly or show impatience and she retreats back to her safe cat tree space. Bernie can hiss, but it is literally all talk, and is good with other cats.

Bernette has a flea and potential food allergy which we are working through. Due of this she is on daily Steroids and a Hypoallergenic diet.

We are desperately and urgently in need of any and all long term help with any of these kitties please. No short term, it unfortunately does not help in the long run. Thank you all. 🙏

These kitties are all doing amazing on their rescue journey, they just need to learn a little bit more confidence, and to learn room and house training before they're ready to go! We'd love to find a foster, or foster to adopt together, or separately. If you can help please fill in our adoption or foster forms and come and meet them! Thank you.

⭐ Foster Application:
https://form.jotform.com/240831183502044

🏡 Adoption Application: https://form.jotform.com/240831194278056

29/01/2025

We need fosters for several of our HQ kitties! Let's start with Tailor and Bernette...

Rescued from Trentham Colony, Tailor and Bernette are Father and Daughter and can be fostered, or foster to be adopted either together, or separately.

Both are desexed, microchipped and have their first vaccine and booster. They have both dealt with the URI the colony brought in, and are now otherwise healthy.

Both babes are absolute sweetheart cats who wear their hearts on their sleeves. Apprehensive triers are the best way to describe them. ❤️ They try their best to be forward and confident, but still have a little bit to learn. They're top favourites (of many) at our HQ.

Tailor is a delightful young 18-24 month old with a naturally old soul. He's very polite and adores cuddles and laps more than anything in the world. He's very cat friendly but can play a little rough, and hilariously and cutely jumps around like a bunny with his stump tail ☺️

Bernette is a 9 month old pleasant sweetie who makes us laugh every day with her silly antics. With a mixture of demure confidence, Bernie adores any and all attention and love, but move too quickly or show impatience and she retreats back to her safe cat tree space - Tailor does the same - this is due to their skitty upbringing as stray cats in a colony. Bernie can hiss, but it is literally all talk. She needs a fiercely patient and understanding adopter 💜 Bernie is also good with other cats.

Bernette has a flea and potential food allergy which we are working through. Because of this she is on daily steroids and a Hypoallergenic diet.

They're doing amazing on their rescue journey, they just need to learn a little bit more confidence, and room and eventual house training before they're ready to go! We'd love to find a foster, or foster to adopt together, or separately. If you can help please fill in our adoption or foster forms and come and meet them! Thank you.

⭐ Foster Application:
https://form.jotform.com/240831183502044

🏡 Adoption Application: https://form.jotform.com/240831194278056

28/01/2025

This tiny little female kitten was successfully rescued from Brewtown Upper Hutt overnight after several members of the public sighted her running around eating whatever scraps she could find over the weekend.

Being offered several lots of information, alongside talking with the manager of Fermented Brewery, Bar and Eatery - Upper Hutt, and the incredibly supportive general manager of Brewtown, Phil Gorman, I was able to act quickly enough to catch this kitten 💪 A big thank you to Phil for both contacting me and giving our rescue a kind donation. Team work makes the dream work!

This little girl is barely 8 weeks old and skin and bone - far too young to be homeless and alone.

💜 💚 HOW YOU CAN HELP 💙 🧡

https://givealittle.co.nz/org/KittyCat-Rescue (Takes 4 weeks to clear)

KittyCat Rescue 06-0689-0962655-00 Ref: Donation

Valley Cottage Vets 02-0528-0541120-00 Ref: RACHE3

28/01/2025

What's better than 1 cat?... Two! 🥰

💜 💚 HOW YOU CAN HELP 💙 🧡

https://givealittle.co.nz/org/KittyCat-Rescue (Takes 4 weeks to clear)

KittyCat Rescue 06-0689-0962655-00 Ref: Donation

Valley Cottage Vets 02-0528-0541120-00 Ref: RACHE3

26/01/2025

Does anyone recognize this kitty or know of stray kittens at Brewtown Upper Hutt?

This wee one was seen midday today and it seems a rather strange place for a little kitten to be 🤷‍♀️

💜 💚 HOW YOU CAN HELP 💙 🧡

https://givealittle.co.nz/org/KittyCat-Rescue (Takes 4 weeks to clear)

KittyCat Rescue 06-0689-0962655-00 Ref: Donation

Valley Cottage Vets 02-0528-0541120-00 Ref: RACHE3

25/01/2025

Our KittyCats thank you for your continued support 💕

All 54 kittens in our care are eating us out of house and home! 😲 We're currently going through 💲800+ WEEKLY of wet kitten food and we can't keep up with demand!

Any and all help is greatly appreciated, thank you all so much. 🙏 Our HQ has a delivery and drop off address:

🏠 1/28 Pine Avenue, Upper Hutt. We're on the corner of Pine Ave and Queen St.

Our shared foyer is open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm and again from 5.30-7pm, and Weekends 11am-7pm.

Address

1/28 Pine Avenue, Upper Hutt
Wellington
5810

Website

http://www.kittycatrescue.co.nz/

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It's just another casual mid Summer Sunday late night newborn kitten drop off to Jody of Feral Nation ❤️ What's Summer without a few last minute drop offs to Roseneath 🤷‍♀️ 😅 Thank you so much Jody. These babies are from the second part of the Trentham colony. Unfortunately 2 of 5 kittens had already passed away, just 3 remain. 4 were huddled together in an overgrown grapevine bush, and the tiny runt was stuck higher up tangled in the vines :( Their Mum may have been around, but as there are several heavy-set pregnant or given birth females in the area, and due to the kittens dire condition, intervening was the best option. All fingers, toes and paws crossed for these three beauties 🤞 🍀

What's better than 1 cat?... Two! 🥰 💜 💚 HOW YOU CAN HELP 💙 🧡 https://givealittle.co.nz/org/KittyCat-Rescue (Takes 4 weeks to clear) KittyCat Rescue 06-0689-0962655-00 Ref: Donation Valley Cottage Vets 02-0528-0541120-00 Ref: RACHE3

Mumma Indigo and her 7 babies are doing so well 🥰 Indigo was caught heavily pregnant on Christmas Eve and gave birth 3 days later 🎁 It was our end of year gift taking her off the streets and ensuring these beautiful babies weren't wildborn 💪 💜 💚 HOW YOU CAN HELP 💙 🧡 https://givealittle.co.nz/org/KittyCat-Rescue (Takes 4 weeks to clear) KittyCat Rescue 06-0689-0962655-00 Ref: Donation Valley Cottage Vets 02-0528-0541120-00 Ref: RACHE3

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About Us

KittyCat Rehoming Wairarapa started in January 2017. The SPCA in the Wairarapa closed in 2015 and left a big gap in animal welfare in the area. Originally the group came into existence to rehome stray and abandoned cats, rehome cats for owners in difficult circumstances and tame feral kittens. KRW rehomed 33 cats and kittens in 2017 and 35 in 2018. Now that the SPCA in Masterton is open again and are looking after stray, abandoned and surrendered cats, KRW is concentrating on taming feral kittens and finding homes for them.

By taking in feral kittens and desexing the parents, KRW helps control the feral cat population and keep cats away from our wildlife. This decreases the feral cat population in a humane manner and not only improves the welfare of the cats, but of the environment as a whole.

Feral kittens are fostered by a network of foster carers until they can be adopted. Whether a kitten can be tamed is dependent on their age and temperament. The optimum age to tame a feral kitten is 8 weeks and under. Older kittens can be successfully tamed depending on their individual temperament but once they reach 16 weeks of age it becomes very difficult. It can take months of care before a kitten is ready to adopt.

Our adoption fee for kittens is $140. This helps cover the costs of desexing, vaccinating and treating for parasites. We also offer reduced rates to adopters for microchipping.