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Welcome to Cats Protection Dorset Cat Centre

We're here to support cats and kittens in Ferndown homing centre, covering all postcodes in the BH area as well as many in the DT, SP and SO postcode areas.

Run by a dedicated team of cat lovers, we're passionate about improving the lives of cats and kittens in Ferndown homing centre, working to find loving new homes for local cats in our care, and lost and found cats, as well as general education and awareness within the Ferndown homing centre area. You can find out more about the work of Cats Protection here.

Thinking about giving up your cat for adoption?

From moving home and relationship break-ups to changes in the family or bereavement, there are many reasons why you might have to make the difficult decision to rehome your cat.  For more information please visit Thinking about giving up a cat | Cats Protection

Update: We are sorry to advise that due to exceptionally high numbers of calls regarding cats needing our help, we have had to close our waiting list temporarily while we work to help those most urgently needing to come into our care, and those already in our care as quickly as we can.  If you wish to discuss this with our team please contact the centre for more information.

Cat adoption in Dorset

Could you provide a loving new home for a cat in Ferndown homing centre? During the process of adopting a cat(s) from us, we’ll consider everything from your potential pet’s personality and how this fits with your lifestyle, to your home environment – looking to create the perfect match for both cat and owner and the start of a wonderful feline friendship.   Any new addition to a household is likely to take a little time to adjust and learn about their new lives – some are quicker than others, so it is important to consider this when looking to adopt to ensure this is the right time for you, the cat(s) and your household.

To support the needs of the cats whilst in our care, we would advise that introductions are via appointments against matched applications, meaning general "walk around" cattery visits are no longer available.  However, if you are visiting the centre during our opening hours, our team will be pleased to discuss the adoption process with you.

Our adoption fees are £85 per cat / £105 per kitten, payable on collection.  There will also be options to purchase supplies, join our membership scheme or to donate to help us in our work.

Please note: if you live in rented accommodation, we will require a copy of your tenancy agreement or letter from your landlord stating how many pets you can have in your home.  Talking to your landlord ahead of time to obtain written permission to have a cat/cats, ensures no delays or disappointment.

Cats available for adoption from Ferndown homing centre are featured below. To express your interest in a particular cat, please enquire via their listing.

If you have any general enquiries about your suitability, or the adoption process, please call us on: 03000 120 175 or email us.

You can find out more about adopting a cat from Cats Protection here.

Click here to view all cats available for adoption
Jasmine
Jasmine

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Bluebell
Bluebell

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Rose
Rose

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Violet
Violet

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Alyssa
Alyssa

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Marshmallow
Marshmallow

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Amber
Amber

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Milo
Milo

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Gizmo
Gizmo

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Daisy
Daisy

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Archer
Archer

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Snowy
Snowy

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Kit
Kit

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Flower
Flower

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Dexter
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Rusty
Rusty

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Support Cats Protection Dorset Cat Centre

None of our vital work would be possible without you. There are many ways you can be there for cats and kittens in Ferndown homing centre.

Donate now

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Appeals

Appeals
Fundraise for us

Fundraise for us
Challenge events

Challenge events
Membership

Membership
Weekly lottery

Weekly lottery
Gifts In Wills

Gifts In Wills
Other ways to give

Other ways to give

Fundraising events for cats in Dorset

Want to fundraise for cats in Ferndown homing centre by taking part in one of our events? From summer fêtes to epic sporting challenges, we’d love to see you at one of our fundraising events soon. You can also check out the national Cats Protection events calendar here.

Quiz Night 2024

9th JUL 2024

Quiz Night 2024

Get your thinking caps out and join us on the 9th of July for Cats Protection Dorset Cat Centre Quiz Night. We will be hosting an fun packed evening with a quiz, raffle, tombola and a delicious dinner.

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Volunteer at Cats Protection Dorset Cat Centre

Without volunteers, Ferndown homing centre simply wouldn't exist. Our amazing, friendly volunteers are a diverse group with a shared love of cats who fit volunteering around their home lives and personal commitments.

We're often looking to welcome new volunteers to join our brilliant team. As well as meeting great people and making an incredible difference to the cats of Ferndown homing centre, you'll enjoy practical benefits such as discounted pet insurance. You can find out more about volunteering for Cats Protection here.

Fundraising volunteer

Dorset Cat Centre

As a charity we are able to help thousands of cats each year thanks to the generous donations we receive from members of the public. Our fundraising volunteers use their passion for cats and people to raise the vital funds needed to help more cats and kittens in need. As a fundraising volunteer we want to support you to fundraise in whatever way suits you best – whether that’s organising a fundraising event, fundraising online, promoting fundraising activities on social media, completing...

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Lost and found cats in Dorset

Have you lost or found a cat in Ferndown or local area? Cats Protection are here to help you. To report a lost or found cat please contact 03000 120 175 or email us

Lost, found and feral cats

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We’re here to support with enquiries within the Dorset area and would love to hear from you.  

Dorset Cat Centre - Contact Details

Our address

Dorset Cat Centre
51 Cobham Road
Ferndown Industrial Estate
Wimborne
Dorset
BH21 7QZ

Our shop area stocks a wide range of new and second-hand cat care items.  From food and litter to enrichment items for your home, we're here to help with your new addition(s), with all profits helping more cats in need.

Opening times

Open Thursday to Tuesday, 12pm to 4pm (excluding Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day)

Cattery visits are via appointment only.

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