(WFRV) – The Wisconsin Humane Society is asking for the public’s help after an unprecedented intake of animals, especially surrendered cats, in recent days.
On Tuesday alone, 100 cats and kittens came in as surrenders or strays across WHS locations. The organization is currently caring for 1,500 animals, including nearly 1,100 felines — about 250 more cats on a daily basis compared to 2024.
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“Kennel space has become so tight, we’ve had to set up temporary accommodations in unconventional spaces at some of our campuses,” said Angela Speed, vice president of marketing and communications. “As novel as it is to have cats in office spaces, these kitties would greatly appreciate a vacation in your spare room or even bathroom.”
To become a WHS foster home, people can watch an online orientation video, fill out an application, and receive next steps and access to the list of animals in need.
Animals may need foster care to recover from illness or injury in a home environment, are too young for adoption, or to open space at the shelter for other animals. Foster for space is the highest need right now, and WHS notes:
- You don’t need a lot of space.
- You can foster if you have children.
- You can choose which animal to foster.
- You can foster if you already have pets.
No experience is necessary, and WHS provides supplies, instructions and support.
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“In addition to our plea for foster parents, we are also running several adoption promotions for both cats and dogs to help encourage more adopters,” Speed said. “From $75 adoption fees for adult dogs to 50% off all kitten fees and entirely waived fees for adult cats, we’re hoping to find homes for hundreds of animals in August.”
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