Dominique
The Haags Dierencentrum is currently being flooded with young kittens. These are vulnerable animals that were found on the streets and taken into the shelter, sometimes with their mother and sometimes motherless. Heavily pregnant cats are also given a safe place at the center to give birth in peace.
Intensive care and socialization
Behind the scenes, staff and volunteers are working overtime to provide the necessary care. Daily activities include closely monitoring and weighing the kittens, as every gram counts for their chance of survival. In addition, the resident veterinarian provides medical care for common shelter illnesses such as cat flu and Giardia.
In addition to medical care, socialization is very important. The kittens stay at the shelter until they have reached a minimum age of nine weeks. Only after full medical approval, vaccination, and microchip registration do the animals become eligible for rehoming.
Financial support necessary
The large-scale housing and care of the kittens involves high costs. For healthy development, there is a need for specific supplies, including milk powder, nursing bottles, high-quality wet food, and kitten kibble. Additionally, there are ongoing costs for fleece blankets, toys, scratching boards, wood pellets, and necessary medical procedures such as vaccinations and microchipping.
The Haags Dierencentrum emphasizes that this care is not possible without the support of donors. With a targeted contribution of 25 euros, a kitten can be immediately provided with the start needed for a healthy future.
People who wish to contribute financially to the Kitten Campaign can use the donation form: https://haagsdierencentrum.nl/kittencampagne-2026/
