How to Post a Cat Wanted Ad and Get Replies in India
To post a "cat wanted" ad that gets good replies in India, say exactly what you want (kitten or adult, breed or Indian domestic cat, sex and colour), give a realistic budget with your city and area, describe your home, and say you will visit before paying. Wanted ads also draw fake sellers, so never pay an advance, 'cage' or delivery charge for a cat you have not met.
Careful breeders, rescuers and owners choose who gets their cats, so a wanted ad is as much about showing you are a good home as about describing the cat.
Key points
- Be specific: kitten or adult, breed or Indian domestic cat, sex, colour and when you are ready.
- Give a realistic budget; 2026 retailer guides put Persian kittens at typically ₹12,000 to ₹50,000.
- Describe your home: indoors, netted windows and balconies, a cool room and your vet.
- Ask sellers for a visit, the vaccination card and any parents' test results.
- Never pay a deposit, delivery or 'cage' charge before you have met the cat.
What kind of cat should you ask for?
Choose for your climate and routine first. Supertails' 2026 climate guide rates short-coated cats such as the Indian domestic cat, Siamese, Bombay and Bengal as an excellent fit for Indian weather, and long-haired Persians, Himalayans, Ragdolls and Maine Coons as poor, needing air conditioning. It also recommends the Indian domestic cat for first-time owners.
An adult's personality, litter habits and health are already known, which suits busy homes and first-time owners; a kitten needs more time and a full vaccine course. If you are open to an adult, say so: you will hear from owners who are rehoming, and taking in a rehomed cat explains what to ask. Avoid asking for a Scottish Fold: the UK government's Animal Welfare Committee says every one has the painful bone disorder osteochondrodysplasia.
What should you put in a cat wanted ad?
- What you want: kitten or adult, breed or Indian domestic cat, sex and colour, and how flexible you are.
- When: the month you are ready; a kitten must be at least eight weeks old.
- Where: your city and area, and how far you can travel to collect.
- Budget: a range, or 'open to a rehoming fee' for an adult.
- Your home: flat or house, indoor-only, netted windows and balconies, other pets, children's ages.
- Your conditions: you will visit before paying and want to see the vaccination card.
What budget should you give for a cat in India?
| What you want | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Indian domestic kitten | ₹0 to ₹8,000; adoption often a donation |
| Persian kitten | ₹12,000 to ₹50,000 |
| Siamese kitten | ₹15,000 to ₹45,000 |
| British Shorthair kitten | ₹20,000 to ₹70,000 |
| Bengal kitten | ₹30,000 to ₹1,00,000 |
| Maine Coon kitten | ₹35,000 to ₹1,00,000 |
| Monthly care: food, litter, grooming and vet | About ₹2,000 to ₹8,000 |
Supertails notes that Mumbai, Delhi and Bengaluru tend to be more expensive than smaller cities, and an adult being rehomed usually costs less than a kitten. Be wary of replies far below these ranges, a common lure in pet scams.
How do you avoid scams after posting a wanted ad?
A wanted ad tells scammers exactly what you want, so expect some fake replies with copied photos. Common signs:
- The 'seller' is in another city and offers to send the cat by courier after an advance.
- New charges appear after the first payment: cage, delivery, insurance or vaccination.
- The seller avoids a video call with the cat, and its mother for a kitten, or will not let you visit.
- The price is well below the usual range, or you are rushed to decide.
- The cat is described as a wild or jungle cat; trade in India's native wildlife is prohibited under the Wild Life (Protection) Act 1972.
In a 2022 Karnataka case, a buyer paid ₹30,500 in advance and then ₹12,500 as a 'cage charge' for a pet that never arrived. If you lose money, call 1930, the national cyber crime helpline, or report it on the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal, and use the Report Scam button on the listing.
What should you ask sellers who reply?
- Can I visit and see the cat, and for a kitten, its mother?
- How old is it? A kitten must be at least eight weeks old under the Pet Shop Rules 2018.
- Which vaccines and deworming has it had? May I see the card?
- Is it spayed or neutered, and has a vet checked it recently?
- For a Persian or Persian mix, have the parents had a PKD DNA test?
- Will you give me a signed receipt, and take the cat back if it does not work out?
For the full checklist, see how to buy a kitten or cat, and if a rescuer replies, how to adopt a cat.
How do you get more replies to a cat wanted ad?
You can post your cat wanted ad for free on PetzLover and save a search to get alerts when a matching cat is listed near you. Look at current cat wanted ads to see how others word theirs.
- Use a clear title, such as 'Wanted: Indian domestic kitten, Pune'.
- Be flexible on colour, sex or breed if you can.
- Answer messages quickly and politely, and thank people who reply.
- Update the ad if your plans or budget change.
Keep your phone number out of the ad text and let sellers message you first. Owners answering your ad may read how to respond to a cat wanted ad, so being clear and honest helps them say yes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I write a cat wanted ad?
State what you want, when, where and your budget, then describe your home and your experience with cats. Say you will visit before paying and want to see the vaccination card.
What budget should I put in a cat wanted ad in India?
2026 retailer guides put Persian kittens at typically ₹12,000 to ₹50,000 and Siamese at about ₹15,000 to ₹45,000, while Indian domestic kittens cost little and adoption is often a donation. Give a range rather than a single figure.
Should I pay a deposit to reserve a kitten?
Only after you have visited and met the kitten and the seller, and only with a written receipt. Never pay an advance to someone you have not met, especially for a kitten that will be sent by courier.
Which cat should I ask for if I live in a hot city?
Short-coated cats cope best; Supertails rates the Indian domestic cat, Siamese and Bengal as an excellent fit for Indian weather. Long-haired breeds need a cool room or air conditioning in summer.
Should I ask for a kitten or an adult?
An adult suits first-time owners and busy homes because its personality and habits are known. A kitten needs more time, training and a full vaccine course.
Helpful guides
Pet WantedHow to Respond to a "Cat Wanted" Ad in IndiaReply only if your cat truly matches, message first, ask about their home, vet and housing society, describe your cat honestly, meet before any handover and refuse payment links, QR codes and apps.
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Pet for SaleHow to Sell Kittens and Cats in IndiaKeep kittens with their mother until at least eight weeks, have them vet-checked and vaccinated, price honestly, check each buyer in person and confirm payment in your own bank account before the handover.
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Pet for AdoptionHow to List a Kitten or Cat for Adoption in IndiaGet the cat vet-checked, vaccinated and sterilised, write an honest listing, screen adopters with a form, a video call or home visit, ask a modest donation and sign an adoption agreement with a return clause.
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