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Rescuing any animal can be one of the most rewarding things you will ever do, but PLEASE remember, it is a long-term commitment, much like a marriage, for better or for worse, in sickness and in health. The average life span of a cat is 12-16 years, but it is not unusual for some cats to reach 20 years or more. Food is relatively cheap, but vet bills and cattery fees must be considered. Right now, there are thousands of incredibly loving, intelligent and unique cats waiting patiently, in rescue centres all over Britain, for someone like you to give them a new life. If you could you make a cat’s next life their best one ever, then what are you waiting for...
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When Rescuing, please consider those cats who are so
often overlooked....
Senior Kittizens: Please consider rescuing
an older cat, they are usually undemanding and need little
or no house training! Many rescues operate a 'puss pension'
scheme, whereby they will pay for unforseen vet bills, even
after rehoming. Our very own Colonel Beau is proof that Senior
Kittizens Rock! (between naps). Top Ten reasons to Adopt an Oldie »»
Black, and Black & White Cats: Did you know black & white
cats often get overlooked in favour of 'prettier' colours. All-black cats are
also often passed by, even with their 'lucky' reputation. Give a black & white cat or a 'lucky black cat' a chance!
Harder to Home cats: Cats with minor health
problems find it harder to be rehomed, yet rescue centres
will often pay for their vet bills even after rehoming.
Shrinking Violets: Very shy cats so often
get overlooked, yet these can be the most loyal of pets once
you have gained their trust. They might start out hiding
under the bed, but how rewarding when they finally sit on
your lap!
'Indoor Cats': Want a cat, but live in
a flat? Although a cat's natural instinct is to go outside,
some cats can be better suited to the indoor life: Cats with FIV,
deaf cats, blind cats, very nervous or elderly cats, or simply
cats who have previously been used to living indoors.
Ask at your local Rescue
Centre
Cat Fostering: Would you like to care for
a cat, but don't want the lifelong responsibility that goes
with it? Many rescues rely on cat foster homes to care for
cats 'between homes' particularly in kitten season when many
rescues are bursting to the seams. Could you be a cat fosterer?
Ask at your local Rescue Centre |
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Bengal • Birman • Burmese • Orientals • Persian • Ragdoll • Rex • Turkish Van • Siamese
Pedigree Cats also find themselves in rescue centres, for the same reasons as many 'moggies' - a change in the owner's living arrangements, the family is emigrating, relationship breakdowns and divorce, a family member develops an allergy, the owner has died or gone into a care home, and many more reasons. There are many excellent breed-specific rescues across the country - if you are looking for a Pedigree Cat - click the link below for Pedigree Rescues...
»» CLICK HERE for SPECIALIST PEDIGREE RESCUES across the UK ««
If you are looking for a pedigree cat, please consider rescuing! |
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 YOUR RESCUE ~ GET LISTED ON
CAT CHAT!
If your rescue organisation is not listed on our shelter pages, you may be missing
out on some potential new homes for cats in your care, and maybe potential volunteers
or donors too! To get your rescue listed, or to advise us of any changes needed
to your listing, please use our »» On-Line
Form, or write to: Cat Chat, PO Box 358,
Ramsgate, CT12 6YP.
The site is updated daily, and we aim to make any changes or additions
as
promptly as possible.
Love and purrs from: Gemini, Colonel Beau and Pickford.
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