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ABOUT THE HAVEN

About Ingrid’s Haven

Ingrid’s Haven is a not-for-profit, no-kill cat shelter located in Victoria, just north of Melbourne. The Haven provides a safe refuge for cats and kittens who have found themselves on death row at local pounds, giving them a second chance at life and the opportunity to find loving forever homes.

Every cat and kitten adopted from Ingrid’s Haven is:

  • Desexed

  • Vaccinated

  • Microchipped

  • Wormed and flea treated

Our focus is always on the health, wellbeing, and long-term future of every animal in our care.
 

Our Dedication

This website is dedicated to:

  • The compassionate people who choose to adopt rescue animals, and

  • The memory of the many animals who didn’t make it out of the pound

Their lives matter, and they are never forgotten.
 

Our Commitment

Sadly, too many pets are abandoned when they grow older, become inconvenient, or no longer fit into their owners’ lives. Ingrid’s Haven exists to stand in the gap for these animals.

Every cat who enters the Haven is given safety, care, and time — no matter how long it takes — until the right permanent home is found. We do not give up on our cats.
 

Cats Looking for Homes

At any given time, Ingrid’s Haven is caring for a large number of adult cats and kittens, all waiting patiently for their chance at a forever family.

👉 Visit us at the haven to meet the cats currently looking for homes.
 

How Ingrid’s Haven Is Funded

Ingrid’s Haven is a registered not-for-profit organisation. We rely entirely on:

  • Adoption fees

  • Community fundraisers

  • Sponsorships

  • Donations

  • The incredible support of our community

Every dollar raised goes directly back into the care of the cats.
 

Surrender Policy

Ingrid’s Haven’s mission is to save cats from death row at the pound. Due to limited resources and council regulations, we do not accept surrenders from the general public.

The Haven is self-funded and operates within strict capacity limits to ensure that every cat receives appropriate care, space, and attention. Taking in more cats than we can safely support would compromise their welfare — something we will never do.

If you need to rehome your cat, we recommend:

  • Contacting local rescue groups in your area

  • Listing your cat through Home2Home on PetRescue

  • Speaking with your local veterinary clinic

  • Advertising responsibly through local noticeboards or community channels

Rehoming a pet remains the responsibility of the owner, and we encourage seeking support early to ensure the best outcome for the animal.
 

Where Is Ingrid’s Haven?

Ingrid’s Haven is located in Sunday Creek, just south of Broadford, Victoria.

  • Approximately 30 minutes north of Melbourne

  • Easily accessible via the Hume Freeway

  • No traffic lights from the Ring Road to the turn-off

Set in beautiful countryside with abundant wildlife, the Haven works closely with local rangers and veterinary clinics, often receiving cats directly from these services who are likely to find new homes.
 

A Safe Haven, A Second Chance

Ingrid’s Haven is more than just a shelter — it is a place of safety, recovery, and hope for cats who have run out of options.

Many of the cats who arrive at the Haven come from death row at the pound. They may be frightened, confused, shut down, or carrying the weight of neglect and abandonment. Some arrive with medical needs, others with broken trust. What they all share is the need for time, compassion, and a safe place to land.


At Ingrid’s Haven, cats are never rushed. They are given the space to decompress, the care they need to heal, and the dignity of being seen as individuals. Whether a cat is young or old, shy or outgoing, healthy or medically complex, every life is valued equally.


There is no clock on love here. Cats remain at the Haven for as long as it takes — days, months, or even years — until the right home is found. No cat is discarded for being overlooked, aging, or needing extra care.


This is what it truly means to be a no-kill shelter.


Ingrid’s Haven exists to ensure that cats who have lost everything are given back the one thing they deserve most: a future.

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