Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is there a phone number I can call?

Regina Cat Rescue is a volunteer-based non-profit organization, and we primarily communicate via email.

The Regina Humane Society operates under the animal protection act, and has paid staff on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week to handle emergencies such as animal cruelty or abuse, injured or deceased animals. Please call Animal Protection at 306-777-7700 in such cases.

2. What’s the adoption process?

Have you fallen in love with one of the many cats in our cat-a-logue? You can find out the next steps in the Adoption Process in our Adoption resources.

3. I found a stray cat. What do I do?

Find our step-by-step guide on What to Do if You’ve Found a Cat or Kitten, and How you Can Help Stray Cats in our Lost and Found resources.

In the event of an animal emergency such as cruelty or abuse, contact the Regina Humane Society Animal Protection at 306-777-7700.

4. Can’t I just drop him/her off somewhere?

Regina Cat Rescue does not operate a shelter location and we rely on volunteer foster homes to take in cats. Foster capacity remains very strained and we evaluate on a case-by-case basis dependent on available resources.

5. I adopted my cat from RCR but I can't keep her. What should I do? 

Please read through Adoption Returns in our Adoption resources.

Please don't give your cat to someone else without contacting us first, as we must screen and approve any potential adopters of RCR cats. We also need the contact information for the new adoptive home so we may follow up to ensure the cat is doing well.  

6. Can I surrender my cat to RCR if I didn't adopt him from you?

Sorry, no. RCR deals solely with Regina's stray animal population: sterilizing, finding homes for those that are tame, and neutering/spaying and releasing the community cats. We want to reduce the overpopulation of unwanted, homeless animals. We must focus our limited resources on those cats currently living on the street. 

Find out more information on Surrendering and Rehoming in our Lost and Found resources.

7. Can RCR provide me with food for my cats?

Regina Cat Rescue doesn’t provide members of the public with free food for their pet cats. RCR is committed to promoting responsible pet ownership. In RCR’s view, responsible pet ownership includes spaying and neutering pets, and providing veterinary care, fresh water, nutritious food and shelter.

If you're experiencing financial hardship and can't afford to purchase food for your pet cat(s), please contact Carmichael Outreach, as they may be able to help.

Please note, RCR may be able to provide food and support to Regina citizens who manage their own feral cat colonies where Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) is practiced. Learn more All About TNR and Community Cat Colonies in our Outdoor Cats Resources.

8. My cat is displaying unusual or problem behaviour. Can you help with that?

You’ll find many helpful tips on Cat Behaviour and Care in our Resources! If you are still struggling for help, we recommend:

9. I emailed RCR a couple of days ago, why haven’t I heard back?

We do our best to get back to every inquiry as fast as we can. Please understand that we are volunteer-based, and a very busy rescue operating almost always at capacity with dozens of requests each day. We ask for your patience.

10. How much does adoption cost?

Our adoption fee is $175 for cats under 1 year old and $150 for cats over 1 year old. Each cat is spayed/neutered before adoption, has age-appropriate vaccinations, has a tattoo and/or microchip and has been treated for parasites.

11. Do you accept donations of used supplies or food?

Yes! Every donation truly helps the cats in RCR care. We ask that used supplies are cleaned thoroughly before donation. Please note that we can not accept opened bags or cans of food. Donations can be dropped off at Alsort Store Fixtures, 1201 Scarth Street, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. Email us for evening or weekend drop off options.