Dorset Rescue Kittens Association

The Dorset Rescue Kittens Association is a Canadian nonprofit organization dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and adoption of cats, particularly those from outdoor living situations.

Mission and Operations

The organization focuses on transforming feral cats into friendly companions and finding them permanent homes. Their mission emphasizes providing care and shelter to vulnerable felines until they are adopted. The association operates by accepting applications for kitten adoptions, reviewing them, and following up with approved applicants to facilitate the adoption process. This typically involves an adoption phone call and a veterinary reference check.

Status as a Registered Charity

The Dorset Rescue Kittens Association is recognized by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) as a registered charity. This status allows the organization to operate under CRA guidelines and enables donors to receive tax credits for their contributions. The organization's registration number is 787724947RR0001.

Activities and Community Engagement

The organization engages in various community activities, including promoting available cats for adoption and participating in events like the "March Meowness" bracket, which helps raise awareness about their mission. Through such activities, Dorset Rescue Kittens Association aims to create a supportive community that shares its commitment to helping homeless cats.

Adoption Process

To adopt a kitten from Dorset Rescue Kittens, individuals must complete an adoption application form. This form is reviewed, and if the applicant is selected, they participate in an adoption interview and a veterinarian reference check. Once approved, arrangements are made for the kitten to be brought to its new home. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted, emphasizing the organization's careful process to ensure the best match for both the cats and the adopters.