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- The Cat Protection Society of Victoria (CPSV) is experiencing a spike in the number of vulnerable kittens arriving as strays and surrenders at its shelter.
- During the first three months of 2025, the non-profit organisation provided refuge for 280 kittens through its foster care program — a 62% increase on the same period last year and 107% higher than the first quarter of 2023.
- CPSV, which relies on donations, volunteers and community support to provide care and homes for abandoned cats, is struggling to manage the soaring number of admissions.
- It costs an average of $525 per kitten to provide foster care for an average three-week period to prepare kittens for adoption.
The Cat Protection Society of Victoria (CPSV) is calling on all Victorian cat lovers to help make a difference by donating to its biggest annual fundraising tax appeal, running from 19 May to 30 June. All tax-deductible donations will support CPSV’s furry residents who rely on the care and generosity of the community, including the voluntary efforts of its cat foster carers.
CPSV’s dedicated foster carers provide safe, nurturing temporary homes for kittens not yet ready for adoption, giving them the best start in life. With kitten season showing no signs of slowing, the need has never been greater.
A generous donation helps supply the essentials vulnerable kittens need to grow, heal and thrive.
CPSV Marketing and Communications Manager Rachel Bitzilis said the first three months of 2025 saw CPSV providing refuge to 280 kittens through its foster care program, in addition to the cats and kittens already awaiting adoption— a 62% increase on the same period last year and 107% higher than the first quarter of 2023.
“More and more kittens are arriving at the shelter in the most heart-breaking condition—starving, helpless and alone. These kittens are too young to be adopted, too small to survive on their own and desperately in need of a safe place to heal,” Rachel said.
“With love, care and a warm foster home, kittens get the chance to truly thrive. Our foster carers generously open their hearts and homes to give them a fresh start and every tax-deductible donation helps make that possible, helping fund everything from soft, comforting toys to vital veterinary checks and vaccinations.”
CPSV Marketing and Communications Manager Rachel Bitzilis said the first three months of 2025 saw CPSV providing refuge to 280 kittens through its foster care program, in addition to the cats and kittens already awaiting adoption— a 62% increase on the same period last year and 107% higher than the first quarter of 2023.
“More and more kittens are arriving at the shelter in the most heart-breaking condition—starving, helpless and alone. These kittens are too young to be adopted, too small to survive on their own and desperately in need of a safe place to heal,” Rachel said.
“With love, care and a warm foster home, kittens get the chance to truly thrive. Our foster carers generously open their hearts and homes to give them a fresh start and every tax-deductible donation helps make that possible, helping fund everything from soft, comforting toys to vital veterinary checks and vaccinations.”
Each kitten spends around 21 days in foster care, costing $25 a day ($525 for the three weeks); thus, the 280 kittens requiring foster care during the first quarter of 2025 blew out to $147,000. These figures do not include medical costs or the many other cats and kittens already in the adoption shelter awaiting a fresh start with a loving family.
“Our relief fund aims to support our devoted foster carers and ensure this program continues to make a difference. Just $80 can desex a female kitten and prevent her from giving birth to more than 180 kittens in her lifetime,” Rachel added.
“A donation to our appeal isn’t just a gift for today – it represents hope for the future with one less kitten suffering; one more life saved.”
One of the most heart-warming success stories is young Solomon, a six-week-old kitten who was found sheltering under a porch, frightened, injured and alone.
“A donation to our appeal isn’t just a gift for today – it represents hope for the future with one less kitten suffering; one more life saved.”
When Solomon arrived at CPSV, he was suffering from a severe tail injury and was too weak to drink or eat on his own. He underwent surgery to amputate his tail and was given fluid therapy to stabilise him.
Given Solomon’s timid nature and age, CPSV determined he would recover best in a foster home. One of CPSV’s dedicated foster carers Hannah welcomed Solomon into her home and provided the one-on-one care he needed to heal both physically and emotionally.
“Solomon was very shy when I brought him home. He just hid underneath the blankets in his carrier,” Hannah said.
“Over three weeks, Solomon regained his strength and confidence. Seeing his growth in trust and the way he now interacts has been very rewarding.”
Given Solomon’s timid nature and age, CPSV determined he would recover best in a foster home. One of CPSV’s dedicated foster carers Hannah welcomed Solomon into her home and provided the one-on-one care he needed to heal both physically and emotionally.
“Solomon was very shy when I brought him home. He just hid underneath the blankets in his carrier,” Hannah said.
“Over three weeks, Solomon regained his strength and confidence. Seeing his growth in trust and the way he now interacts has been very rewarding.”
View Solomon’s journey at https://vimeo.com/1082720409
Solomon is now adoption-ready and patiently waiting to find his forever home. His story is just one example of the vital role foster carers play and the life-changing impact a donation can have.
To make a tax deductible, lifesaving donation, please visit catprotection.com.au/campaigns/tax-appeal
Solomon is now adoption-ready and patiently waiting to find his forever home. His story is just one example of the vital role foster carers play and the life-changing impact a donation can have.
To make a tax deductible, lifesaving donation, please visit catprotection.com.au/campaigns/tax-appeal
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