Cats in the Café

When cats/kittens arrive at the cafe, they need to stay for a month. We study their personality during this period and people can submit the pre-adoption forms. After a month or so, we will look for the best match for that cat/kitten. We also sometime cannot release cats if there are less than 10 cats in the café.

We work with some cat rescue organisations in the Wellington region like Feral Nation and Rachel’s KittyCat Rescue NZ. We do some rescue activities by ourselves and accept surrendered cats with careful screening.

Jack

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour: Black
DOB: Aug. 2024
Gender: Male
Personality: timid
Size:   4.0 kg

* Jack has been missing from his trial home on Normandale Rd. Please contact us if you see this timid boy. 

My Story:

I was rescued with my siblings, Bubbles and Mo, around Taita by Rachel’s Rescues. We also spent some time with For the Love of Cats before we came to the café. That’s where we met dogs, so I am pretty okay with them. I am going to be timid my whole life because I didn’t meet people until I was three months old. But I can become a loyal and affectionate friend if you give me a chance. So, be patient with me. If I am hiding under the couch, please don’t reach under to touch or play with me. I come out only when I feel safe.

Things I like: 

hiding until I feel safe, playing and looking cool

Jasper

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour: Grey/White
DOB: around Oct. 24
Gender: Male
Personality: Timid but playful
Size:  4 kg

Status: Trying new home! 

My Story:

Oh, Hi. I’m Jasper. I come from a cat colony in Naenae where I lived with my extended family in a chicken coop—with chickens. The people fed us but we didn’t know how nice people could be until Feral Nation rescued us. I’m still a bit unsure about everything and I need time here at the café to decide if I like you or not. So, let me come out from hiding  at my own pace. I love to eat so you might see me at mealtimes.

Things I like: 

Hiding, eating and playing

Lottie

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour: Torbie
DOB: around Nov. 2024
Gender: Female
Personality: timid until I trust
Size:  4.1 kg

Status: Application on hold (introverted cat)

My Story:

I was born outside in Lower Hutt. I started to play with this lady who gave me food. Then she put me in a box and I went to live with some other people. I was not happy. I didn’t like anybody until I got my first heat. By then I was with a different lady. I started to trust her and play with her especially when I saw how this other new cat loved getting petted. That Mamma Hettie had plenty of experience and I felt I could learn from her. Now we are at the Café and I’m scared again, but I can see the other cats like people, so I may try eventually to relax. You can call me Lottie.

Things I like: 

Hiding until I feel safe. Playing. Petting will have to wait until I trust you!

Sunday

Breed: Domestic Medium Hair
Colour: Tabby/White
DOB: around 2024
Gender: Female
Personality: timid until I trust
Size:  4 kg

Status: Waiting for trial!

My Story:

I’m called Mama Sunday because that’s who I am. There were lots of us mamas where I came from in Taihape and we all cooperated to raise the kittens. About 20 of us came to Feral Nation in one day. Now I won’t have to have any more of my own kittens. (That’s a relief!) I love getting my chin scratched by humans and playing with ball toys. I may be a bit shy at first but once I warm up and relax, I will want lots of petting and attention.

Things I like: 

Petting, playing with a ball, food, treats and definitely Catnip!

Bonny

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour: Tabby/White
DOB: ???
Gender: Female
Personality: strong and affectionate
Size:  3.6 kg

Status: Trying new home! 

My Story:

I’m called Mama Bonny because I’m beautiful. There were lots of us mamas where I came from in Taihape, but I was just a kitten when I had mine. About 20 of us came to Feral Nation in one day. Now I won’t have to have any more kittens. (That’s a relief!) I love to play and race around the cat room in the evenings. I hang out with Mama Sunday under the couch sometimes in the morning or eat with Mama Hettie on the table. But, I would probably like a home of my own someday.

Things I like: 

Petting and playing with the other cats—definitely food!

Lexi

Breed: Domestic Medium Hair
Colour: Tuxedo
DOB: 28/01/2025
Gender: Female
Personality: sweet and affectionate
Size:  3 kg

Lexi and Bugs have been missing from their trial home on Crofton Downs. Please contact us if you see any of them. 

My Story:

Hi, I’m Lexi from Rachel’s Rescues. I was born on a farm in Maymorn, Upper Hutt. There were lots of us cats there and some were really wild. I can decide to like humans if you are nice to me, but will probably be cautious around strangers forever. I will meow to get what I want, especially food and attention. I can be a trip hazard in the kitchen! Other cats are great and calm dogs are okay by me. I don’t like to be left out but I don’t get stressed when I’m on my own.

Things I like: 

Food! A safe place to hide, a sunny window, love and attention.

Bugs

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour: Black (9 White hairs)
DOB: 28/01/2025
Gender: Female
Personality: independent
Size:  2.5 kg

Lexi and Bugs have been missing from their trial home on Crofton Downs. Please contact us if you see any of them. 

My Story:

Hi, I’m Bugs. I am tiny but mighty! Don’t make a fuss over me, I will come to you in my own time. I was born on a farm in Maymorn, Upper Hutt. There were lots of us cats there and some were really wild. I may become more friendly to humans in the right environment. Food is my main motivation and Lexi helps me feel confident. So confident in fact that I can slap the big cats who come near. I need a quiet, stable environment without surprises. Are you the one who can gain my trust?

Things I like: 

Balls and wand toys, food and a safe place to hide

Catherine O’Hara

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour: Torbie
DOB: 10/11/2025
Gender: Female
Personality: cheeky and talkative
Size:  1.7 kg

Status: Waiting for trial!

My Story:

My name is Catherine O’Hara. I was born in the care of Rachel’s Rescues with my brothers. Mr Penguin and Chaucer are here at Neko Ngeru but my other brother was adopted directly from the rescue. I am most likely to want special alone time with you away from my pesky brothers. But, play is also something I enjoy. I do not really want a home with other cats around. I am enough for you! Senior and/or calm dogs can be okay too.

Things I like: 

Balls, string and wand toys, a hammock and low places

Mr. Penguin

Breed: Domestic Short Hair (maybe DMH)
Colour: Black/White
DOB: 10/11/2025
Gender: Male
Personality: smart and playful
Size: 2.2 kg

Status: Taking applications! 

My Story:

My name is Mr Penguin. I was born in the care of Rachel’s Rescues with my brothers and sister. Chaucer and Catherine O’Hara are here at Neko Ngeru but my other brother was adopted directly from the rescue. I am cool, calm and collected but love to snuggle once I trust you. I love to play with my siblings best, but if you can move that toy in a convincing way, I can make believe it’s my prey. Senior and/or calm dogs can be okay too.

Things I like: 

Balls, string and wand toys, a hammock and high places

Turner

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour: Tabby/White
DOB: Sept. 2025
Gender: Male
Personality: calm & earnest
Size: 2.4 kg

Status: Waiting for trial!

My Story:

I’m called Turner and I would be a painter too if I could hold a brush. I was rescued in Titahi Bay, shy and full of worms (yuck!) But after four days in Feral Nation’s care, I realized what a sweet deal it was to be cared for by humans. I ran up to the food lady and climbed into her arms. I like all humans now and am peaceful with other cats too. Try to gain my trust so I climb on you too.

Things I like: 

Balls, string and wand toys, high or low places to chill

Tillham

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour: Grey Texudo
DOB: Nov. 2022
Gender: Male
Personality:cautious & sweet
Size: 5.8 kg

Status: Taking applications! 

My Story:

My name was Tilly because I was misgendered at birth. I don’t mind. I was lucky to be born at Feral Nation Headquarters. We all would have died if it hadn’t been for the good care. I was adopted then joined briefly by Logan. (He came to Neko Ngeru and got adopted in 2024) I stayed behind until I just couldn’t stand the toddler anymore. Now, at Neko Ngeru, I’m called Sir Tillham. I am cautious at first but like calm, gentle people.

Things I like: 

petting, food, a safe place to hide

Bentley

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour: Black
DOB: 28/01/2025
Gender: Male
Personality: shy at first then affectionate
Size: 4.64 kg

Status: Application on hold (new cat)

My Story:

My name is Master Bentley but you can just call me Bentley. I was born on a farm in Maymorn, Upper Hutt. There were lots of us cats there and some were really wild. My sisters, Lexi and Bugs show the range of temperament. I may become more friendly to humans in the right environment. With my fosters, I became really cuddly over time, especially when they slept at night. I liked the resident dog as well as the other cats.

Things I like: 

Relaxing in the sun, eating and playing

Muffin

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour: Tabby
DOB: Nov. 2025
Gender: Female
Personality: Shy then playful
Size: 4.64 kg

Status: Application on hold (new cat)

My Story:

Some people think it’s funny to call me ‘Meowfin’ (looking at you, George!) but my name is really Muffin. I was born on a farm in Judgeford and rescued by Rachel’s Rescues. It’s the best thing that ever happened to me. I met George and learned that some humans are okay sometimes. After I trust you, I even let you rub my belly. Wait until I do the flop to signal my acceptance. Make sure my mealtimes are regular! I will let you know if you are late. George is my mate. We belong together.

Things I like: 

making anything my toy, hunting bugs, petting and low place to hide

George

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour: Cream Ginger
DOB: Oct. 2025
Gender: Male
Personality: shy at first then affectionate
Size: 3 kg

Status: Application on hold (new cat)

My Story:

I was born around Maoribank and didn’t meet any humans until I was rescued by Rachel’s Rescues. That’s where I met my best friend Muffin, who some call “Meowfin”. I’m braver than her (she would say more stupid but we are a bonded pair so she’s allowed to). I like to talk and when I’m really happy, I drool. Play with me and pet me, give me a sunny spot to nap, and I will slobber all over you.

Things I like: 

feather wands, crinkle balls, petting and low place to hide

The cats below are worker cats. They will stay in the longer to teach newbies how to behave in the café.

Pippin – Worker Cat

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour: Black & White
DOB: February 2021
Gender: Male
Personality: Wise and weary
Size: 2.3 kg
Entered: 20/04/2021

My Story:

I’m Pippin because I will always be small. I have congenital Myasthenia, so I seem tired all the time and I can’t do all the things other cats do. I get special care, so I am doing all right. I can eat my food from a spoon and walk a little way, but I need to rest a lot. The other cats think I am a little gross because I drool on myself. That’s why I also need humans to give me a bath and my paws and belly are stained brown. You can brush and comb me to help me as well. I come to the café by day and go home with the Okada’s at night.

Things I like:

Beanbag beds, brushing, getting fed and trying to lick myself.

Chaucer – Worker Cat

Breed: Domestic Short Hair (maybe DMH)
Colour: White/Black
DOB: 10/11/2025
Gender: Male
Personality: smart and playful
Size:  2 kg

My Story:

My name is Chaucer. I was born in the care of Rachel’s Rescues with my brothers and sister. Mr Penguin and Catherine O’Hara are here at Neko Ngeru but my other brother was adopted directly from the rescue. I am smart enough to be cautious at first but once I feel safe, I am up to any challenge. I love to play with my siblings best, but if other cats can match my energy, they can join me in my adventures. Senior and/or calm dogs can be okay too.

Things I like: 

Balls, string and wand toys, a hammock and high places

Hulk Hogan – Worker Cat

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour: Ginger
DOB: Jan. 2025
Gender: Male
Personality: playful, snuggly
Size:  3.9 kg

Status: Trying new home! 

My Story:

I was born around Taita and surrendered with my mom and siblings (Bill, Cameo, Sydney and Toast) to For the Love of Cats Rescue. My name used to be Chris, but I got a name sponsor to change mine to Hulk Hogan. I never met him, so I don’t know how we’re alike. I was fostered around dogs, so they could be fine. I’m more timid than my siblings but will become brave over time. I like to sit beside you when I trust you. Come see me!

Things I like: 

Snuggling with Pippin, playing with all the toys