Welcome to the Cats Protection League.

Cats Protection League Waikato is a non profit organisation that is funded by public donations. We do not receive any Government or Council funding.

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Feeling under the weather? A cat can help.
Every cat owner knows that nothing will keep you warmer over winter than a purry cat, but did you know your animal companion can also provide health benefits? American, Australian and British studies have shown that dog and cat owners make fewer annual doctor visits and are less likely to be on medication for heart problems and sleeping difficulties than non-owners. Animals also play special roles for children, aiding the teaching of nurturing behavior and appreciation of nonverbal communication. Ordinary interactions with animals can reduce blood pressure and alter survival after a heart attack. For some, pets increase the opportunities to meet people, while for others pets permit them to be alone without being lonely. Now you have a number of very good reasons to add a cat to your household today!

Beck, A. M., & Meyers, N. M. (1996). Health enhancement and companion animal ownership. Annual review of public health, 17(1), 247–257.  

Headey, Bruce. (1999). Health benefits and health cost savings due to pets: Preliminary estimates from an Australian national survey. Social Indicators Research, 47(2), 233-243. Retrieved May 22, 2010, from ABI/INFORM Global.(Document ID: 42744625).

Please note that not all of our cats are posted on this web site. So if you are looking for a particular age, breed, colour or temperament, please contact us and we will gladly arrange an appointment for you to view the cats at our shelters.