The Cat Protection Society of Victoria

04/11/2026

Sometimes, it's the little things that make the biggest difference!

As a not-for-profit organisation, we are incredibly grateful for the generosity and support of our community. And as this story proves, support can come in all shapes and sizes… and sometimes from the other side of the world!

A very special THANK YOU to Marco at SHI in the Netherlands, who generously arranged for replacement wheels for our two Stanley trolleys to be sent all the way to Australia, completely free of charge!

You might be wondering why trolley wheels are worthy of a social media shout-out. Well, our old wheels had become so worn that the noise they made was frightening some of the cats in our shelter and those visiting our public Vet Clinic.

With replacement wheels proving impossible to source here in Australia, Marco came to the rescue!

Thanks to his kindness, our trolleys can now move around quietly, helping us maintain the calm, cat-friendly environment we work so hard to provide.

It's a wonderful reminder that support doesn't always have to come in the form of a financial donation. Sometimes, something as simple as a set of trolley wheels can make a world of difference to the cats in our care.

From all of us at CPSV (including our very grateful feline friends), thank you, Marco!

https://www.shi.nl/en

03/11/2026

We're turning 80 and YOU'RE invited to celebrate!

Did you know that in 2027, The Cat Protection Society of Victoria will celebrate its 80th birthday?!

That's 80 incredible years of caring for, protecting and rehoming Victorian cats in need. And just how many cats have we helped over those eight decades? We estimate it's more than 100,000 cats and kittens!

Now, we think a milestone of this magnitude deserves a pretty PAW-some celebration, don't you?

So, with the wonderful support of our friends at the Northeast Community Program, we're throwing an 80th Birthday Party, and we'd love our community of feline fanatics to join us!

🎂 Sunday 21 March 2027
📍 The Cat Protection Society of Victoria
🎉 More details to come!

But before we get too carried away with the party planning, we have a question for YOU!

What would you love to see at our 80th Birthday Party?

Fun activities? Market stalls? Cat-themed everything? We'd love to hear your ideas!

After all, it's the Victorian community who have helped make these 80 years possible, so it only seems fitting that you help us plan the celebrations!

Pop the date in your diary, share your ideas below and get ready to celebrate 80 years of loving cats!

02/11/2026

Looking for your purrfect feline match? We know a thing or two about matchmaking!

If you're considering opening your heart and home to a cat or kitten in need, we'd love to welcome you to The Cat Protection Society of Victoria (CPSV)!

Not only are we Victoria's largest shelter dedicated exclusively to caring for and rehoming cats, we've proudly been doing so for almost 80 years!

And in that time? Well, let's just say we've become pretty good at playing Cupid!

We've spent decades honing our feline-to-hooman matchmaking skills, getting to know the unique personalities, quirks, likes and dislikes of the cats in our care to help ensure every cat finds their purrfect home and hooman, and every hooman finds their purrfect cat!

Whether you're looking for a playful kitten, an affectionate lap cat, a cheeky teenager or a wise and wonderful senior, our team is here to help you find the one.

Take a sneak peek inside our adoption shelter with this video walkthrough, then come and experience the CPSV difference for yourself!

We're open 7 days a week, with plenty of gorgeous cats waiting to meet you.

Your purrfect match could be waiting just around the corner!

Meet our adoption-ready cats: https://catprotection.com.au/adopt-a-cat/cats-for-adoption/ and visit us at 200 Elder Street, Greensborough.

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Take a first-hand look at what it’s like to visit The Cat Protection Society of Victoria — the state’s largest shelter dedicated solely to the care and rehoming of cats in need. This point-of-view video walks you through the full adoption experience, from arriving at our Greensborough shelter ...

30/10/2026

And they're off and racing... for their forever homes!

Whilst Melbourne's biggest horse race will be run and won this Tuesday, we've got a shelter full of adoption-ready cats and kittens hoping they'll be the REAL winners this Melbourne Cup long weekend!

With a public holiday and an extra-long weekend for many, our gorgeous feline contenders are hoping the odds will be in their favour and they'll take home the ultimate prize... a loving home and family to call their very own!

And the good news? You don't need a fancy hat, a form guide or a winning ticket to meet our hopeful contenders!

Our adoption shelter is open right across the long weekend!

🐾 Saturday & Sunday – Open as usual

🐾 Monday 2 November – 9am–4pm

🐾 Tuesday 3 November (Melbourne Cup Public Holiday) – 10am–3pm

Walk-ins are always welcome, so feel free to trot on in whenever suits you best!

Prefer to get a head start? You can pre-book an Adoption Meet & Greet Experience via our website to fast-track your visit and enjoy priority access to our shelter if things get busy.

Because the best win this Melbourne Cup weekend won't be found at Flemington... it'll be finding your purrfect match!

Check out our adoption-ready contenders and plan your visit via our website.

29/10/2026

CAPTION THIS! Meet Bruce.

G'day, legends! The name's Bruce. Just your average Aussie bloke with a rugged exterior, a heart of gold and a face that's seen a few things!

At almost 2 years old, Bruce has already done his time on the streets, but these days he's traded the tough life for comfy beds, room service and the finer things in life. And quite frankly, he reckons he's earned it!

Behind that no-nonsense exterior is a big softie who's just looking for a patient, understanding hoo-man to help him learn that life really can be pretty sweet.

His plans for the future? A peaceful home, plenty of good tucker, a comfy bed and absolutely NO kids, dogs or other cats. This bloke wants to be the one and only king of his castle!

But first, we need your help! What do you reckon Bruce is thinking in this photo? Caption this handsome mug in the comments below!

And if you reckon you could be Bruce's perfect mate, we'd love you to learn more about him and consider giving this young Aussie battler the happy ending he deserves. You can learn more via our website or pop into our adoption shelter and meet Bruce- we are open 7 days.

28/10/2026

Did you know our CPSV Vet Clinic now offers GapOnly®?

Great news for cat parents with pet insurance!

Our Cat Only; Cat Friendly Vet Clinic now offers GapOnly®, helping to take some of the financial stress out of caring for your feline family member.

Rather than paying the full vet bill upfront and waiting for your pet insurer to reimburse you, GapOnly® allows eligible pet insurance customers to pay only the gap – the difference between the vet bill and the amount covered by your insurance.

✅ Less money to pay upfront
✅ No waiting for reimbursement on approved claims
✅ More convenience when your cat needs veterinary care

Because looking after your cat's health should be as stress-free as possible!

Ask our friendly Vet Clinic team about GapOnly® when booking your next appointment.

Available with participating pet insurers, subject to policy coverage and claim approval.

26/10/2026

Calling all organised cat lovers... our 2027 Purrfect Pin Up Calendar and Christmas Cards are officially here!

If you’re keen to get a head start on Christmas shopping and have the cutest calendar ready for the year ahead, these are a must-have.

📅 2027 Purrfect Pin Up Calendar — $30
🎁 Set of 8 Christmas cards — $10

Perfect for the cat lover in your life… or, let’s be honest, for yourself.

Shop online via our website or pick yours up from our in-shelter store.

https://catprotection.com.au/product-category/christmas/

Every purchase helps support the cats and kittens in our care.

25/10/2026

Before October — and all things Victorian Seniors Month — officially comes to a close, we wanted to give a little extra love to our older feline friends.

The team at houseandcat.com.au has shared a lovely article about why senior cats make such wonderful companions and why they are so deserving of a second chance.

If you’ve ever shared your home with an older cat, you’ll know just how much love, personality, comfort and companionship they can bring.

Have a read — and if you’re lucky enough to be the hoo-man of a senior cat, what would you add to the list?

Pop your thoughts in the comments below. We’d love to hear them!

You can read the article at: https://houseandcat.com.au/why-adopt-a-senior-cat/

21/10/2026

🐾 A little update to our opening hours this Saturday! 🐱

Please note that our Public Vet Clinic will be closed this Saturday, 24 October.

But don't worry, our Adoption Shelter will still be OPEN as usual! 🐈❤️

So, if you're thinking about welcoming a new feline friend into your family, we'd love to see you!

Thank you for your understanding and continued support. 💕

10/10/2026

See you tomorrow, Diamond Creek!

The CPSV team will be at the Nillumbik Pet Expo, 10am–3pm at Mangrook Reserve.

🐾 Design-your-own cat masks for the kids
🐾 Chat with our team about all things cats
🐾 Hear our CEO talk cat containment at 1.30pm
🐾 Get a first look at our 2027 Calendars and Christmas cards

Come say hello!