RCR will endeavour to preserve the life of each animal that comes under our care, to the best ability of those members involved in the rescue and care of the animal. RCR will endeavour to ensure all animals that come under our care are free from an unreasonable degree of pain or suffering, even when this must result in euthanasia.

RCR supports the use of humane euthanasia when no other viable options exist. Decisions to euthanize cats will be made on a case-by-case basis, upon consultation with one or more veterinarians, and will consider the diagnosis, short- and long-term prognosis for survival, estimated cost of treatment, and future quality of life for the cat. Decisions to euthanize may be made by the Pet Rescue Co-Chairs, Community Cat Team Co-Chairs or in consultation with the Board of Directors.

Regina Cat Rescue does not euthanize cats for space or time. This means that adoptable cats stay with us until we find them a home, and community cats are managed in colonies for the duration of their natural lives.

Please see our policy on Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) and Feline Leukemia Virus Testing for specific scenarios related to these diseases.