Cat Surrender
We understand that situations arise that may cause cat guardians to feel like surrendering is the only option. Our goal is for cats to remain with their families when possible. Below are resources that may help you keep your cat instead of surrendering them. You can search for additional resources on Red Rover.
Resources
If your cat is experiencing behavior issues, it is important to talk to your veterinarian about potential medical causes. If you have ruled out medical reasons for your cat’s behavior, a certified behaviorist may be able to help you work towards a resolution. Ten Lives Cat Rescue utilizes a Least Intrusive, Minimally Invasive approach (LIMA) for behavior modification. If you would like to work with a local behaviorist, we highly recommend Jones Animal Behavior.
Spay & Neuter
- Potter League Spay & Neuter Clinic offers spay/neuter and vaccination services for $85. They offer free spay/neuter and vaccination services for residents of Central Falls, RI.
- Providence Animal Rescue League offers spay/neuter and vaccination services for $150. Those receiving state or federal assistance can receive services for $82.50.
- Salmon River Mobile Vet offers spay/neuter and vaccination services for $140.
- The Rhode Island SPCA Animal Health Center offers subsidized spay/neuter to qualified community members.
- The Rhode Island Veterinary Medical Association offers a spay/neuter assistance program at participating veterinary hospitals.
Preventative Care
- Pets in Need Veterinary Clinic offers subsidized veterinary care to qualified Rhode Island residents.
- Providence Animal Rescue League offers vaccination clinics on scheduled dates.
- The Rhode Island SPCA Animal Health Center offers preventative care at tiered pricing for Rhode Island residents.
Surrendering to Ten Lives Cat Rescue
Ten Lives Cat Rescue is foster-based organization that is 100% volunteer-powered and community supported. We do not have a facility or shelter and all of the cats in our program reside in foster homes until adoption. Our ability to help relies on the availability of foster homes and funding. All surrender requests are reviewed when received and responded to via email or text. Due to a high influx of requests, you may be referred to another organization and/or added to our waitlist.
If we are able to accept your cat into our program, we kindly ask that you make a donation towards their care. Ten Lives makes an investment in every cat that enters our organization. Each cat is examined by a licensed veterinarian, receives age-appropriate vaccinations, treated for fleas and parasites, and spayed or neutered. When needed, medical conditions are addressed. The suggested donation is $50.
Surrendering Your Cat
If you have exhausted alternative resources and need to surrender your cat to Ten Lives Cat Rescue, please complete our surrender request form below. Please note, we are only able to accept cats located within Rhode Island. If you need help with a cat located in Massachusetts, please contact one of the rescues/shelters on this list.