Older residents need homes as demand for help soars.
Cats Protection is appealing for homes for longer-term residents as the charity struggles to cope with the ever-increasing demand on its services.
The charity says that the waiting list for cats to enter its care has soared, and with little public interest in the feline residents who have been with Cats Protection for a long time, Cats Protection is concerned that there will not be space for any other cats in need of help.
Danielle Draper, manager at the National Cat Adoption Centre, said: “There is an unprecedented demand on our services at present, which is causing us real concern as any slowdown in homing could lead to other cats having to live in unsuitable conditions for longer.”
Two of Cats Protection's adoption centres have issued an appeal for adopters for some of their overlooked cats, to finally find them all a happy home, and to create space other cats.
Danielle shared information about three cats from the National Cat Adoption Centre: “Puss Cat, Holly and Ellie have all been overlooked for one reason or another, so we’d really love to get them adopted as soon as possible.”
Puss Cat, nine, is described as confident, and he enjoys a gentle fuss, catnip and a cosy bed. Holly, 12, underwent an operation to remove one eye while in care, and loves a fuss, though can be shy, and Ellie, 14, has a playful side, and is particularly fond of receiving ear scratches and cheek rubs.
At the charity's Tyneside Adoption Centre, Cats Protection is launching an appeal for Pushkin – 11 - and Pearl, three, to find forever homes.
Senior Rehoming and Welfare assistant Shannon Watkin encouraged the public to consider taking on a cat: “While we understand taking on a cat is a big commitment, we urge anyone thinking of getting a new feline friend to take a look at our website or get in touch – we may well have the perfect cat for your home.”
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