16th July 2025
The volunteer team at Cats Protection Glasgow Branch is celebrating after finding a forever home for a cat who stole their hearts after arriving bleeding and in pain.
Nine-year-old Garfield came into their care after being found straying on the streets where the local community in Hillington had looked out for him and alerted the charity to his sorry state.
When Garfield arrived, he was bleeding from the mouth and clearly in a lot of pain. A veterinary examination at Vets4Pets Pollokshaws revealed he was sadly suffering from chronic gingivostomatitis - a severe and painful dental disease.
Over the next two months, Garfield underwent complex dental treatment and battled infections. Thanks to the dedication of his veterinary team and foster carers, he made a full recovery but was left with just two lower canines.
Branch Adoption Team Leader, Christine McDowall, said: “Garfield’s vets and his fosterers were amazing, and throughout his ordeal he showed himself to be a gentle, loving wee cat.
“He has the most wonderful nature and has taken everything in his stride. We all fell completely in love with him and were so happy that he found a loving home.”
Adopters Colin and Jackie, who had never owned a cat before, decided to meet Garfield after their son visited the branch and told them how special he was.
Colin said: "Garfield now rules the house. From his loud meows when we wake up in the morning, to his even louder meows when there is chicken being cooked, he is king of our castle.
“If you're looking for him at any point, he's either by mine or Jackie's side. He's the perfect companion, brings us lots of laughs and affection and we couldn't imagine life without him now".
Meet the wonderful cats at Cats Protection Glasgow still waiting for their second chance here.
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