FAQ

I found/have a kitten in Los Angeles County and would like to bring it to the Floëf Society.

 

Thank you for helping the kitten! Floëf Society focuses on taking in kittens from local shelters or rescue partners. Floëf Society depends on volunteers and compassionate individuals to help foster and create safe environments for cats and kittens in need. If you find cats or kittens that have been surrendered or found by the public, we will ask that you try to care for them while we work with you to provide resources and care. 

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Did you know that kittens are one of the most vulnerable populations in animal shelters and that many end up there because of well-meaning animal lovers? We want to assist you in identifying the best approach for helping kittens in your community. Removing kittens from their current environment may not always be the correct answer, as the mom cat could be nearby getting food (or hiding from you), and no one can care for a kitten like their mom can!

 

To help choose the right path for the kittens you found, please answer the following questions: 

• Do the kittens appear sick or injured?

  • If yes, if the kittens appear ill or injured, they should be brought to your local shelter, rescue, or a veterinary clinic as soon as possible. Please call first to ensure they are open and can accept the kittens.​

  • If no, assess their age.

• Are the kittens over two months old? TIP: At two months, kittens will eat independently, weigh around two pounds, and have good coordination while walking, running, and playing.

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• ​If yes, they are 2 months of age or older, and are friendly with humans. Bring these kittens into a foster home (hopefully, you!) to continue helping them feel comfortable with humans and providing them with the medical care they need (including spay/neuter surgery). At the same time, you search for adoptive homes for them*. Find more help caring for and adopting kittens at Kitten Lady's website. If you cannot provide foster care for these kittens or need additional support, please contact your local shelter or rescue to see if they can help.

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*Please ensure these kittens don’t have an owner already by checking for an ID tag and asking the shelter/rescue or a veterinary clinic to scan for a microchip. You can post signs in the neighborhood where they were found with a photo and details about the kittens. We encourage you to check your local laws to see if a found animal report needs to be filed or if notice needs to be given to either animal control or your local shelter.

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• ​If yes, they are 2 months of age or older, but are not friendly with humans, it can be difficult to socialize them with humans. Providing them with a Trap-Neuter-Return-Monitor (TNRM) strategy will make it less likely that they end up in shelters. It will also set them up for long, healthy lives outdoors as community cats. Contact your local shelter, rescue, or FixNation as soon as possible to see if they have a community cat program and how they can help. Remember, feline breeding can begin before kittens are six months old. Acting quickly is key.

 

Additional community cat information:
A Closer Look at Community Cats and TNRM
5 Tips to Make Community Cats Better Neighbors

 

• If no, the kittens are not 2 months old, assess where the Mama cat is.

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• Do you see the mother cat around? 

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• If yes, the mama cat is around, then that's GREAT! Mom is likely taking good care of her kittens. Provide mom and her kittens with food and a dry and clean shelter, and continue to monitor their well-being. Once the kittens can eat wet food on their own, around 4-5 weeks old, you can bring them into your home to provide foster care and prepare them for adoption*. Visit this site for information on how to care for the kittens. 

  • Next, prepare a Trap-Neuter-Return-Monitor (TNRM) plan for mom (and her kittens if they are not friendly with humans and older than 8 weeks of age) that will help keep them out of an animal shelter and set them up for long, healthy lives outdoors as community cats. If you cannot provide foster care for these kittens or need additional support in delivering a TNRM plan for mom and her kittens, contact your local shelter, rescue, or FixNation to see if they can help.

• If no, you don't see the mama cat around, and NOTE: Mom may be out getting food or waiting for you to leave, so we recommend you leave the kittens where they are and periodically check to see if mom returns in a few hours. If you have concerns about the kittens’ safety, move them to a safe location nearby where mom can still find them. (Don’t be surprised if Mom has started moving her kittens somewhere else by the time you return!)

• Orphaned kittens: If the kittens are dirty, skinny, and crying excessively, they might be orphaned and will need a foster home and a caregiver to care for them—hopefully, that is you! Visit Kitten Lady's website for information on how to care for the kittens* until they are old enough for adoption. Start on the "Age section" to see what level of care the kittens need and collaborate with your local shelter/rescue or veterinarian for their medical care. If you cannot provide foster care for these kittens or need additional support, please contact your local shelter or rescue to see if they can help.

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I want advice on how to care for a kitten.

 

Many organizations offer fantastic online resources on kitten care. Check out guides from Maddie’s Fund, Stray Cat Alliance, and Kitten Lady.

 

I found a sick/injured kitten and need urgent help or advice.

 

Floëf Society does not offer medical advice. If the kittens appear ill or injured, they should immediately be brought to your local shelter, rescue, or veterinary clinic. Please call first to ensure they are open and can accept the kittens. If a cat has a medical emergency, please visit your nearest 24-hour animal hospital. 

 

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TNR/Community Cats 

 

I found a community cat colony in Los Angeles County and want to help them.

 

Thank you for wanting to help the cats in your neighborhood! The best and fastest way to help is to rent a trap from a local shelter or rescue organization and trap the cats yourself. Find information on how to trap a community cat from Kitten Lady, FixNation, or Best Friends Animal Society. You will also need a spay/neuter appointment from a local clinic. Reach out to Camp LA, ASPCA, or FixNation, which offers free, high-quality spay/neuter surgeries for South Los Angeles cats, dogs, and rabbits. 

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If you cannot trap the cat, you can contact FixNation for help.

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Donations​

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What is Floëf Society’s tax ID number?

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Our Federal EIN is 33-1929453

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Is my donation tax-deductible?

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Yes, Floëf Society is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization, which means your donation is tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. We’ll e-mail you a donation receipt with all the necessary info before tax time.

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What are the benefits of joining Floëf Society as a member?

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In addition to providing lifesaving support to kittens year-round, membership includes a welcome pack with a sticker, membership card, and a letter from Tracy & Deryk Schlessinger. You’ll also receive collectible Floëf Society trading cards featuring our foster kittens four times a year by mail.

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How do I sign up to become a member of Floëf Society?

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You can become a member of Floëf Society by signing up to donate a monthly recurring gift here.

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Can I join Floëf Society if I live outside the United States?

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Absolutely! Floëf Society has members worldwide, and we ship membership benefits internationally.

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Can I donate food or supplies to Floëf Society?

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We update our Amazon and Chewy wish lists based on our current needs. If you have physical items to donate, please contact donate@floefsociety.com.

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Do you have a privacy policy?

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Yes, you can find our privacy policy here. 

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How can I update my mailing address or recurring donation payment information?

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Please contact donate@floefsociety.com to update your mailing address. You can also update your credit card numbers in your Venmo or PayPal account. 

 

Adoption 

 

I want to adopt from Floëf Society. How do I adopt?

 

If you are interested in adopting a kitten from Floëf Society, please check out our adoption page for our adoption criteria, meet our adoptable kittens, and fill out an application if you feel you are a fit! We also recommend checking out the local shelter, rescue (we recommend Stray Cat Alliance) around the Los Angeles area.  

 

I want to adopt from Floëf Society, but I live more than 8 hours away from Los Angeles.

 

To help reduce stress on the kittens while traveling, Floëf Society only adopts to people within an eight-hour driving radius of Los Angeles. Please visit your local shelter or contact your local rescue if you want to adopt a kitten and live outside of our area. Need help finding a local shelter or rescue? Try the following resources to help find your new best friend at a local shelter or rescue.

 

I seek guidance on finding a home for my foster kitten or cat.

 

Thank you for fostering! Check out this Kitten Lady video for information on how to find a home for your foster kitten. Floëf Society cannot assist with cat and kitten adoption outside of our programs.

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Fostering

 

I want to foster for Floëf Society. What should I do?

 

Floëf Society sometimes recruits dedicated volunteers to help with mailing/admin projects and transport. If you’re interested in fostering, please apply online. Please note that we reach out to volunteers on an as-needed basis.

 

Make a lifesaving difference today.

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Floëf Society is a 501(c)3 charitable organization.

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Our Federal EIN is: 33-1929453.