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Welcome to Cats Protection Northumbria Branch

We are a small team of dedicated volunteers passionate about supporting cats and kittens in the Northumbria area.

Our work focuses on improving their lives, finding loving homes for cats in our care, assisting with neutering and lost-and-found cases, and raising awareness through education across the area.

Thinking about rehoming your cat?

We're here to offer advice and support. Call us on 07749 713 142 or email enquiries@northumbria.cats.org.uk to get in touch.

Branch locations

Our Northumbria branch was formed by combining the East Northumberland, Newcastle and Gateshead, and North Tyneside Cats Protection branches. We now support cat care and welfare across the region, covering the following postcodes:

  • Newcastle upon Tyne: NE1, NE2, NE3, NE4, NE5, NE6, NE7, NE12, NE13, NE15, NE16, NE28
  • Gateshead: NE8, NE9, NE10, NE11, NE16, NE17, NE21, NE39, NE40, NE41
  • Northumberland: NE22, NE23, NE24, NE25, NE26, NE41, NE42, NE43, NE44, NE45, NE46, NE61, NE62, NE63, NE64, NE65
  • North Tyneside: NE12, NE25, NE26, NE27, NE28, NE29, NE30
  • County Durham: Only NE16, NE39
  • Sunderland: Only NE37, NE38

Get help with neutering

If you're on a low income, receiving income-based benefits, or have feral cats on your property, please don't hesitate to contact us for assistance.

✉️ For domestic cat neutering enquiries, email neutering@northumbria.cats.org.uk.
✉️ For feral cat neutering, email Branchteamleader@northumbria.cats.org.uk.

Why should I have my cat neutered?

Neutering your cats protects them against illnesses such as sexually transmitted diseases, womb infections, and more. It also helps to prevent cats from wandering in search of mates.

Female cats can become quite distressed if they are frequently 'in season'. Additionally, cats can reproduce often and from a young age.

Kittens can be neutered from 4 months old.

Cat adoption in Northumbria

Could you offer a loving home to a cat in the Northumbria area?

Our adoption process is designed to help you find the perfect match, considering factors such as personality, lifestyle, and home environment, ensuring a harmonious and lasting bond between you and your new cat.

Cats available for adoption from Cats Protection Northumbria are featured below

If you're interested in a specific cat, please contact us via their listing for more details.

For any questions about the adoption process, feel free to get in touch. Call us on 07749 713 142 or email us at enquiries@northumbria.cats.org.uk

Click here to view all cats available for adoption
Simba
Simba

A sweet and gentle boy looking for a calm forever home to call his own.

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Bonzo
Bonzo

A sweet lap-cat who loves cuddles and playtime, now hoping for a safe indoor home.

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Outdoor Homes Needed for Feral Cats
Outdoor Homes Needed for Feral Cats

We regularly need safe, outdoor homes for feral cats who can’t live indoors

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Support Cats Protection Northumbria Branch

Donate food and supplies

Looking for an easy way to help cats in our care? Donations of cat food and litter are always needed and every tin, tray or bag makes a real difference to local cats waiting for their forever homes.

Order online

You can find our Amazon wish list here: amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/6WZ8B2BPSQZ9.

Prefer to donate in person?

You can organise a drop-off by calling 07749 713 142 or emailing enquiries@northumbria.cats.org.uk.

Your support makes all the difference to cats and kittens in the Northumbria area!

Help local cats by selecting 'Northumbria Branch' when making your kind donation.

Food collection bin locations

You can drop off cat food at any of our local collection points:

  • Vets4Pets, Morpeth :
    Inside Pets at Home, Unit 2, Stanley Terrace, Morpeth, NE61 1PA
  • Tesco, Simonside :
    Towers Pl, Simonside, Jarrow, South Shields, NE34 9QD
  • Morrisons, Blaydon :
    Blaydon Shopping Centre, Shibdon Rd, Blaydon on Tyne, NE21 5QE
  • Morrisons, West Denton :
    Denton Park Shopping Centre, W Denton Way, NE5 2RA
  • Co-op, Whickham :
    Oakfield Rd, Whickham, NE16 5BY
  • Co-op, Prudhoe :
    Oakfield Terrace, Prudhoe, NE42 5HF
  • Tesco, Hexham :
    Tynedale Retail Park, Alemouth Rd, Hexham, NE46 3PJ
  • Pets at Home, Hexham :
    Tyne Valley Retail Park, Station Rd, Hexham, NE46 1EZ
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Volunteer at Cats Protection Northumbria Branch

Why volunteer with Cats Protection Northumbria?

Volunteers are the heart of Cats Protection Northumbria, and without them, we couldn’t continue our vital work. Volunteering is flexible, allowing you to give as much or as little time as suits your life. You’ll join a friendly team of like-minded people who share your passion for cats, gain valuable skills to boost your CV, and enjoy perks like discounts on pet insurance. Most importantly, you’ll make a real difference to the lives of cats in the Northumbria area.

What to expect as a volunteer

We provide training, cover expenses, and supply all necessary equipment for your role. Many roles involve working with other volunteers, and you’ll have the chance to start in one area and develop your expertise over time. Our group is friendly and supportive, with regular get-togethers, so you’ll never feel alone.

Please note, volunteers must be 18 or older, and since we don’t have facilities for keeping cats on-site, fostering happens in volunteers’ homes.

We serve the following postcodes

Volunteers should be located within or near these areas:

  • Newcastle upon Tyne: NE1, NE2, NE3, NE4, NE5, NE6, NE7, NE12, NE13, NE15, NE16, NE28
  • Gateshead: NE8, NE9, NE10, NE11, NE16, NE17, NE21, NE39, NE40, NE41
  • Northumberland: NE22, NE23, NE24, NE25, NE26, NE41, NE42, NE43, NE44, NE45, NE46, NE61, NE62, NE63, NE64, NE65
  • North Tyneside: NE12, NE25, NE26, NE27, NE28, NE29, NE30
  • County Durham: Only NE16, NE39
  • Sunderland: Only NE37, NE38
Recruitment support volunteer

Northumbria

At Cats Protection we help thousands of cats each year and the majority of these success stories are thanks to the dedication and effort of our passionate volunteers. Our recruitment support volunteers help local volunteer groups and teams by promoting volunteer roles, matching passionate cat loving volunteers to roles and informing potential volunteers about the variety of volunteer roles available at Cats...

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Fundraising events helper

Northumbria

As a charity we can continue to help cats and kittens in need thanks to the donations we receive at fundraising events from generous members of the public. Our fundraising event helpers have the exciting and varied role of helping at local fundraising events - such as cakes sales, barn dances, quiz nights – and everything in...

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Lost and found cats in Northumbria

Lost a cat?

Try these first steps to help bring your cat home:

  • Check every room, cupboard, shed and outbuilding, as cats often hide in small spaces.
  • Ask neighbours to look in their sheds, garages and gardens, and share a recent photo with them.
  • Post on local Facebook or community groups with a clear photo and your contact details.
  • Leave out familiar scents such as your cat’s bedding or your unwashed clothing to help guide them home.
  • Go out in the evening or early morning when it’s quiet and call their name softly.

If your cat is microchipped, let the database know they are missing. Contact Petlog on 01296 737600 or Identibase on 0330 9128077.

Still no sign? Email enquiries@northumbria.cats.org.uk or message us on Facebook Messenger with your cat’s details and photo, and we’ll help spread the word.

For more advice, visit cats.org.uk/help-and-advice/lost-found-and-feral-cats.

Found a cat?

If you’ve found a cat, here’s what to do:

  • Check with neighbours to see if anyone knows the cat.
  • Avoid feeding them unless they look very underweight, as they may have an owner nearby.
  • List the cat on local Facebook or community pages and include a photo and location.
  • If friendly, take them to a vet to be scanned for a microchip.
  • If you believe the cat has been neglected or mistreated, contact the RSPCA on rspca.org.uk/reportaconcern.
  • If the cat appears unwell or injured, gently place them in a secure carrier and take them to a vet. Emergency treatment is free for finders.

Unsure if the cat is stray or feral? Our Cats Protection guide explains how to tell the difference.

If you’d like help or advice about a found cat, please email enquiries@northumbria.cats.org.uk.

Need help with equipment or transport?

  • Cat carrier: We can lend you one with a £20 refundable deposit. Collection points are available.
  • Trap: We provide humane traps when needed, with a £100 refundable deposit.
  • Transport: If you don’t have transport, we can deliver equipment for a suggested £20 donation.

To arrange a loan or delivery, please email enquiries@northumbria.cats.org.uk.

Lost, found and feral cats

Lost Cats

Angus
Angus
Teddy
Teddy
Bruno
Bruno
Johnny
Johnny
Mochi
Mochi
Cas (Casper)
Cas (Casper)
Momo
Momo
Ron
Ron
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Found Cats

There are currently no found cats listed...

Contact us

We're here to support with enquiries within the Northumbria area and would love to hear from you.

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