BARN / SHOP CATS

Barn cats are semi-feral and are ideal for barns, sheds, garages, farms, horse stables, or other locations with outdoor shelter. There are some cats who, much like dogs, love to work outside and be in the great outdoors. It's a great way to address rodent and pest control naturally. Some barn cats are socialized (friendly) and some are feral (untamed) but all of them serve an important purpose. We receive these cats just as we receive our other fosters, but have determined after assessment they will not fit the needs of an indoor family cat. Make a difference in a cat's life and get a companion to keep your area pest free and give a cat a job and place to call home!

Available cats are shown below with a brief description.  Please call us for details regarding where we think they would do best for placement. Of course, the cats are not available for a meet and greet at PetSmart and are located at a foster home.

You agree to:

• Read this handout on Barn Cat Relocation
• You must provide shelter with inside and outdoor access for various climate changes in Michigan
• Provide food and water daily (this means every day!) even though they hunt, you must provide food and water
• These cats provide companionship for horses and other farm animals
• All barn cats come spayed/neutered with current Rabies vaccination
• As the owner of the cat, you must agree to not let them suffer and provide adequate medical care should something happen and they get hurt in a fight, hit by a car, get sick, etc.
• It is recommended to keep them inside a large crate for 3 weeks to acclimate them to their new surroundings, other animals in the barn, sounds, and smells, and for feeding purposes. This will help the cat adjust and understand their new home and where the food is located.
• While there is no fee, we appreciate a donation to cover medical costs, if possible.

Here's a story about an outdoor kitty who is now famous for his presence in the shop he lived in. You never know, maybe the barn cat you adopt will be famous too!

The Worlds Most Famous Cat.- Dirt the Cat at the Nevada Northern Locomotive Shops

Dirt

2008-2023

Join Our Barn Cat Community – Inquire Today!

Do you want to become a part of a growing community that values the companionship and utility of barn cats?

Reach out to us today to inquire about our current barn cat availability! We often have a waiting list for incoming barn cats, ensuring that every cat has a loving home when they arrive. Included vet care ensures they are spay/neutered, receive rabies and FVRCP vaccines, and dewormer/flea protection prior to the arrival at your barn. Plus, we can guide you through the application process, helping you prepare for the arrival of your new four-legged friend.

Let's work together to give these cats the loving homes they deserve!