Eve Hawker from Romford in Essex says her mental health has improved dramatically since adopting her feline companion, Dusty. Eve was struck with anxiety from a young age but had always just thought of herself as a ‘worrier’.

Since their partnership with Cats Protection began in 2001, Petplan® have helped us raise £7 million, together with our supporters, branches and centres. All cats that are adopted as pets can come with four weeks' free insurance from Petplan® to ensure they get the best possible start in their new home.

Cats Protection is commending the teachers and pupils of Squirrels Heath Infant School after they helped care for a sick cat. The cat wandered into the playground, where the children were playing, on Thursday 10 January.