Preparing Your Home for a Winter Cat Adoption: Tips for a Smooth Transition
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- Dec 5
- 2 min read
Winter is a season of warmth, comfort, and togetherness - the perfect time to welcome a rescued cat into your home. At Let’s be S.M.A.R.T., we know that adopting a cat is a life -changing experience for both humans and animals, and we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
Whether you’re looking to adopt a cat in Greece or abroad, here are some tips to make your home ready for your new best friend this winter.
Step 1: Create a Safe Space
When your new cat arrives, especially if they’ve come from the streets of Athens or other parts of Greece, they may feel overwhelmed. Prepare a cozy, quiet room with a bed, litter box, food, and water so they can adjust at their own pace.
Step 2: Be Patient with Shy Cats
At our cage-free cat sanctuary in Athens, rescues live together in a villa where they are fully socialized and cared for. Still, some cats - like seniors or shy rescues - may need more time to feel secure in a new environment. Give them patience, gentle interaction, and respect for their boundaries.
Step 3: Keep Them Warm & Comfortable
Greek street cats aren’t used to central heating! Make sure your home has warm, soft spaces where your new companion can curl up and feel safe. Blankets, cat trees, and window perches make all the difference during chilly days.
Step 4: Enrichment & Playtime
Interactive toys, scratching posts, and daily play sessions help your cat burn energy, bond with you, and adjust more quickly. Remember - play is just as important as food and rest for a happy, healthy rescue cat.
Step 5: The First Vet Visit
All our cats are sterilized, vaccinated, microchipped, and tested before adoption. Still, scheduling a first check-up with your local vet helps ensure a smooth continuation of care.
A Success Story: Mario
One of our most heartwarming adoptions this year was Mario, a playful and talkative cat rescued from a hoarding situation. His story is unique: after being reserved for adoption, his first placement sadly fell through. But just three days later, fate had other plans - Mario found his true forever family abroad.
He left Greece in September 2025, just in time to experience his first cozy winter surrounded by love. Today, Mario spends his days chatting with his humans, chasing plush toys, and cuddling in warm blankets. His journey reminds us that sometimes the best homes come when we least expect them.
Ready to Adopt This Winter?
If you’re ready to bring warmth and love into your home, winter is the perfect time to adopt a rescue cat in Greece.
Browse our available cats here:https://www.letsbesmart-greece.org/adoptions
Not ready to adopt yet? You can also sponsor a cat, donate, or volunteer.
Because nothing warms a home like a rescued cat curled up in your lap.
Together, we’re creating a kinder, safer world for cats - one paw at a time. Thank you for being part of the journey.
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