11/05/2026
An Important Update from Serenity Farm Virginia
We want to share an important update about our cattery and how it will affect our November sanctuary tours.
We are currently dealing with an outbreak of a contagious feline respiratory illness among our rescued cats. Because these infections can spread quickly in a group setting, we have made the decision to close our cattery to visitors for the entire month of November.
When Mouse and Bella began showing symptoms they were promptly seen by our veterinarian and are already feeling much better following treatment. We are closely monitoring the other cats, and a respiratory PCR test has been submitted to help identify the cause of the illness and guide our cleaning and quarantine procedures.
Why the quarantine?
Our first priority is protecting the health of our sanctuary residents, but we also want to protect your cats at home. Some feline respiratory pathogens can be carried on clothing, shoes, and other items, potentially exposing cats who have never visited the sanctuary. Closing the cattery is an important precaution to help prevent further spread.
What does this mean for November tours?
The good news is that our sanctuary tours will continue as scheduled. You will still have the opportunity to meet Tucker the horse, Harrison the sheep, Leilah the goat, and all of our other wonderful residents. The only change is that the cattery will remain closed to visitors through November.
And we have something special for our November guests!
We know that spending time with our rescued cats is a favorite part of many visits. That's why everyone attending a November tour will receive a complimentary voucher for a future one-hour kitty visit, once the quarantine has been safely lifted.
You will have a chance to return and enjoy some extra-special time with our feline residents at no additional cost.
Thank you for your understanding, compassion, and support as we work to get everyone healthy again. Our cats are receiving lots of love and attentive care, and we look forward to welcoming visitors back to the cattery when it's safe to do so.
From all of us at Serenity Farm Virginia, thank you for helping us keep every member of our sanctuary family safe!