5 Weeks FREE Insurance:

Upon adoption, Heronbank will send your details to Agria and your 5 weeks insurance will begin.  For more information about Agria click here.

Introductions

Slow introductions to other cats work best. Give them their own space and time to become accustomed to each other. This may take days, weeks or even months.

All cats can be different with a move. We recommend starting in one room, building up their confidence before letting them around the house. Speak to a member of our team if you would like more information on how to introduce your chosen cat.

Feeding

Adult cats will usually eat either wet food, biscuits, or both. Kittens should be fed on wet kitten food initially at regular intervals and kitten biscuits should always be available. Cats are carnivores. They need taurine on a regular basis to stay healthy. This usually comes from their meaty or fishy food and biscuits. Cats cannot live on a vegetarian diet as they cannot manufacture taurine.

Veterinary Care

You should register your kitten with your local vets for its annual boaster. If a cat or kitten falls ill, we are always available to give advice and your local vet will be happy to give appropriate treatment. Kittens can deteriorate rapidly and help should be sought as early as possible. 

Upon adoption you will be informed of any follow up appointments needed at our vets in Mirfield.  To book these appointments you will need to contact a member of our team.  

Flea Treatment

Cats and kittens should always be treated using a product recommended by your vet. We would advise you to consult a vet for the correct products for flea and worm treatments as some products available in supermarkets and pet stores can be harmful to kittens.  In rescue we use stronghold for kittens under 2.5kg and Advantage on cats over 2.5kg (larger cats will need a  product that is appropriate for heavier cats.

Worming

Kittens over 8 weeks, and adult cats, should be wormed using a product recommended by your vet regularly. Spot on treatments and granules are much easier than tablets. Please be aware that not all wormers treat all worms. Cats, particularly outdoor cats, have a variety of worms, so it is wise to alternate worming products.

Cat Bites

Even the most domesticated cat can bite in stressful situations. Cat bites are painful and can cause infection. Hospital treatment should be sought immediately.