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.

Winter

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour: Torbie/White
DOB: 
Gender: Female
Personality: shy
Size: 3.8 kg
Entered: 09/07/2026

Status: Taking applications! 

My Story:

I was rescued by Feral Nation when I and my sister sought refuge at a business. I went into the trap after I saw my sister go and it was better to be warm, dry and well fed than to have to struggle on our own. She found a forever family and I was getting comfortable at my foster home and making friends with other cats. But I had to move on again when life changed for them and they had to reduce the number of cats in their home. Now, I am learning to trust humans again at Neko Ngeru. Will you be the one I open up to and love?

Things I like: 

hiding under couches and in high boxes, playing with other cats when the humans are all gone

Bianca

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour: Tabby
DOB: May 2024
Gender: Female
Personality: timid
Size: 4.5 kg
Entered: 09/08/2026

Status: Taking applications! 

My Story:

I’m called Mama Bianca and I had a hard life outside until Feral Nation rescued me and my kittens from under a house. I am still getting used to humans. When I came to Neko Ngeru, I recognised Mama Winter, so I went to stay under the same little couch with her. But, I might go live under the bigger couch since we both could use a bit more space. I don’t want to get in anyone’s way or cause any problems. As I get braver, I may try a variety of hiding places. Please be patient with me. I will come out from hiding on my own terms.

Things I like: 

Hiding and staying safe

Laura

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour: Tortie
DOB: March 2026
Gender: Female
Personality: 
Size: 2.4 kg
Entered: 29/08/2026

Status: Taking applications! 

My Story:

I’m called Laura McClawre after a member of parliament who was the only one to respond to the invitation to have a cat namesake. My brother, Bishop, and I were born under a house in Titahi. We were rescued and brought to Neko Ngeru fosters to learn to trust. It took us a while. As soon as we started to warm up a little, they brought us here to see how much the other kittens liked to be around humans. So, I am getting more confident and may even like getting my chin scratched by someone special. I have a strong character, but I will always be cautious of new people and situations.

Things I like: 

playing and cuddling with other cats, hunting the toys and chin scratches

Leo

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour: Grey
DOB: March 2026
Gender: Male
Personality: forthright & bold
Size: 2.6 kg
Entered: 05/10/2026

Status: Waiting for trial! 

My Story:

I was born in Taihape with four siblings. My mum refused to feed us when we were about six weeks old so Itty Bitty Kitty Committee rescued us and spayed mamma. I came to Feral Nation and really started putting on weight!  I am all action and no reflection—who’s got time for that? I want to be where the fun is and especially the food! Soon I will be as big as Chuck but you can still tell us apart because I have dark grey rings on my tail.

Things I like: 

Playing, especially with the feathers. I won’t let go! I do like cuddling too, but only after play.

Kieran

Breed: Domestic Medium Hair
Colour: Tuxedo
DOB: Feb 2026
Gender: Male
Personality: serious & smart
Size: 2.83 kg
Entered: 065/10/2026

Status: Applications on hold (new cat)

My Story:

I was rescued by the police with my siblings in Porirua. Naturally, they knew the address where I was found so Feral Nation could trap my mamma and reunite us before we even had a chance to get hungry. Mum was glad as well since it meant she could finally get enough food for herself. I like to play as well as the next kitten, but I don’t barge in rudely to interrupt the other cats’ games. A safe, quiet lap is really more my thing anyway. If I seem shy, it’s not true. It’s just that I am considering my next move carefully and seeing if you are worthy of my trust.

Things I like: 

playing with the feather toys (when the other cats are not hogging them) a safe lap

Melody Whiskers

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour: Tabby
DOB: 04/04/2024
Gender: Female
Personality: tough talker, soft hearted
Size:  4.0 kg
Entered: 11/10/2026

Status: Applications on hold (new cat)

My Story:

Hiss! Hey! Watch yourself! Sorry, I come off a little strong at first. I always talk tough until I know I can trust you. I’m called Melody Whiskers now after the Green Party candidate. I had to raise lots of kittens on my own. I am still a good mother, just ask Meoworton my son. I can be sweet and playful once I relax, but I haven’t lost my habit of hissing at humans every time. It’s my love language and I will even hiss a thank you when you give me food. I don’t get along with dogs but other cats are fine. If my son wants to stay a mamma’s boy, we may be good together.

Things I like:

safe places and gentle people, a sunny spot and a cozy bed

Norton

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour: Black & White
DOB: 10/03/2026
Gender: Male
Personality: 
Size:  4 kg
Entered: 11/10/2026

Status: Applications on hold (new cat)

My Story:

Things I like: 

Ben E

Breed: Domestic Medium Hair
Colour: Tuxedo
DOB: 11/03/2024
Gender: Male
Personality: sweet shy guy
Size:  5.7 kg
Entered: 11/10/2026

Status: Applications on hold (new cat)

My Story:

Hello, I’m called Ben E after the TOP party candidate. I was with Rachel’s Rescues since March 2024. I got cuddly with my fosters but was shy of strangers so they felt I would have a better chance getting adopted to my forever home if I got used to having customers around. I am fine with other cats, even kittens. I would even rub up against their resident dog! At the café, I share small spaces with other cats like Bianca, who I just met, or my old foster pals, Melody Whiskers and her son Meoworton, now named for Green Party candidates. I don’t mind settling on your bed at night, but I may become invisible whenever you have guests.

Things I like: 

strong petting once I trust you, feeling safe

Courtney Black ‘n’ White

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour: Black & White
DOB: 12/03/2025
Gender: Female
Personality: clever
Size:  3.2 kg
Entered: 15/10/2026

Status: Waiting for trial!

My Story:

Hi! My full name is Courtney Black ‘n’ White, because I am named for Courtney White of the Green Party. I was raised like a puppy so I can fetch, walk on a lead, sleep in my ‘tent kennel’ and learn lots of tricks. What I can’t do is understand how to get along with all these other cats and kittens. I only ever went outside on the lead so I need to have an indoor only life. I like women better than men. Sorry, it’s just how I was raised.

Things I like: 

playing with my human, fetching Feraro Rocher wrappers, a sunny place to stretch out and all my toys. (I come with a lot of possessions. I’m rich)

Sambuca

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour: Black
DOB: April 2025
Gender: Male
Personality:
Size:  4.1 kg
Entered: 26/10/2026

Status: Applications on hold (new cat)

My Story:

Things I like: 

Alize

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour: Tabby
DOB: April 2025
Gender: Male
Personality:
Size:  3.7 kg
Entered: 26/10/2026

Status: Applications on hold (new cat)

My Story:

Things I like: 

Edna

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour:
DOB: 
Gender: 
Personality:
Size:  kg
Entered: 30/10/2026

Status: Applications on hold (new cat)

My Story:

Things I like: 

Dave

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour: Tabby
DOB: 2019
Gender: Male
Personality: gentlemanly cuddly lovebug
Size: 7.3 kg
Entered: 21/09/2026

Status: Trying new home!

My Story:

My full name, if you must know, is Sir David CATtenborough. But you can just call me Dave. I have lived an adventurous life, even stayed in a car for a while when my person was between homes. That was the first time I was rescued by Rachel. I had a loving home for two years then my human got too sick and had to get medical treatment in Christchurch, so could not care for me. Loud noises and unknown situations scare me.  I am ready to find another human to love. Will it be you?

Things I like: 

Cat junk food, hiding until I feel safe, cuddles from people I like and my hairbrush

Mr Spock

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour: Tabby
DOB: 2024?
Gender: Male
Personality: 
Size:  4.0 kg
Entered: 07/10/2026

Status: Trying new home!

My Story:

I had a family but I don’t know what happened to them. Some neighbours took care of me, feeding me outside for a year and gained my trust. They were moving though, so they got Feral Nation to take me in. I met the other female cats there and got along with them, so I was a good candidate for Neko Ngeru. I really like people and will rub against your hand and ask for petting.  I hope to find a forever family for real this time.

Things I like: 

good food, a cozy hammock, respect from other cats and kind humans

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

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

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.

Chuck – New Worker Cat!

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour: Grey
DOB: Feb. 2026
Gender: Male
Personality: 
Size: 3.2 kg
Entered: 11/09/2026

My Story:

HI! I’m happy to meet you! You can call me Chuck. I was rescued with my siblings and mum when we were living rough. Mum had been starving too long feeding us and didn’t make it. But, Feral Nation really tried. I also needed lots of medical care. I had so many infections and surgeries that I got really used to the people at the vets. I’m okay now and I love being around people. I started applying for a job at Neko Ngeru as soon as I got here. I’m especially skilled at lap sitting and high jumping for the toys. I’m so glad I got accepted as a worker cat!

Things I like: 

playing with the other cats, sitting on laps, playing with feather toys and food

Carmella – Worker Cat

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour: White/Brown
DOB: Dec. 2025
Gender: Female
Personality: strong but affectionate to people
Size: 2.9 kg
Entered: 14/06/2026

Status: Waiting for trial! 

My Story:

I was rescued from my wild life in Auckland by a Porirua man who brought me to Feral Nation. My markings are unusual, fading from lilac to fawn in my brown patches, and no one knows why my eyes shine red. Even though everyone says I’m beautiful, I was often overlooked at kitten adoptions because I didn’t put myself forward right away. Look what they missed out on! Once I feel comfortable, I love to climb onto people’s shoulders and snuggle up under their chins. Gain my trust and see what happens.

Things I like: 

Being the queen of the cats, climbing onto people, playing and food

Pippa – Worker Cat

Breed: Domestic Medium Hair
Colour: Black
DOB: Nov. 2025
Gender: Female
Personality: trusting and vivacious
Size: 2.2 kg
Entered: 05/06/2026

Status: Waiting for trial! 

My Story:

I was underweight, dehydrated and dying when I was picked up off the street and brought to a vet clinic. For ten days in the care of Feral Nation I wobbled the thin line between life and death and, honestly didn’t think I was going to make it. But, a strong will to live and good care brought me through. I got named Pippa. I was so grateful to humans I became an ambassador kitten to some unsocialised foster mates. That’s how I met Chaplin. She follows my lead and becomes friendly eventually. I think I can make a difference at Neko Ngeru too!.

Things I like: 

Playing, human laps, other cats and being irresistible.

Zingi – Worker Cat

Breed: Domestic Short Hair
Colour: Ginger
DOB: Jan. 2026
Gender: Male
Personality: 
Size: 2.9 kg
Entered: 08/06/2026

Status: Trying new home with Jongy!

My Story:

I am the smaller ginger tornado but I actually have the swirls to back it up. The family in Taihape, where we were born, were good to us so we were healthy when the Itty Bitty Kitty Committee sent us to Feral Nation. Somebody there heard that Neko Ngeru needed some more fun and energy, so we are here to bring it! I am the quiet one compared to my brother Jonty but I can make some noise whenever I see fit. Even if I am a second behind him, I keep the party going with my crazy moves.

Things I like: 

chasing anything that moves, playing with my brother, human laps