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More Than Just A Cat: My foster cats give my life purpose

9 tips for better cat photos from a Cats Protection volunteer

Cat lover raises over £1,000 by running marathon on adoption centre driveway

Tiny kittens rescued from under a bush after mother is hit by car

Pregnant cat shot and left for dead needs your help

Abandoned kittens saved from death and named after NHS founding figures

26 ways to take part in The 2.6 Challenge for Cats Protection

Casper reunited with owner 55 miles away after three years

5 facts about cat siblings

Massive moggy Sootie weighs twice the ideal cat weight

How to make friends with a nervous cat

How to keep your cat entertained if you’re self-isolating

Why has my cat suddenly become shy?

Meowvellous Mother’s Day cards for cat-loving mums

Kind-hearted volunteer gives Marvin his retirement home

Family of feral cats has a brighter future thanks to Cats Protection

Harley’s amazing transformation from shy cat to his owner’s shadow

7 fascinating facts about female cats

Helping a nervous cat overcome their fears

Bowie the cat reunited with owner after two years

Cats with ear problems need kind donations to ease their pain

Why do cats shed their fur?

7 ways cats are often misunderstood

Cat lovers bake a difference for kitties in need with Pawsome Afternoon Tea

Cat owners share the benefits of getting their cat neutered

My cat is being bullied by another cat, what can I do?

Kim-Joy and Tom Anderson's baking recipes for cat lovers

After vets, aggressive cat becomes a real ‘pussy cat’

Eco-friendly Valentine's Day cards for cats and cat lovers

What do cats think of tech like smartphones and the TV?

Proud cat dad needs your votes to win £1,000 for cats

Cat abandoned after owner died gets help from Cats Protection

Cat with missing eye dumped in a bin bag in Chatham

Why do some cats have an ear tip missing?

Poorly cat fed on cheese and milk makes remarkable recovery

Put your best foot forward to get cats and kittens back on their paws

Grieving cat inspires 750 mile charity bike ride

Stumpy-tailed cat Tulip needs a new home for the New Year

Team Cats calendar: Make this the year you fundraise for cats

Cat and newbown kittens found in sub-zero temperatures

Missing cat Shimmer back at home after three-month ordeal

How to make vegan gingerbread cat cookies

Miraculous moggy loses one of his nine lives after being hit by a truck

Dip for cats: Daring Danika takes the plunge to help cats

Kitten from People’s Postcode Lottery ad finds new home

Stowaway cat looking for new home after hitching a ride from Israel

Two unlucky moggies hoping for third-time-lucky in search for home

Christmas cards for cat lovers – free to download

Free registration when you challenge yourself for cats in 2020

Podgy puss Paisley is over twice the size of a normal cat

Cats Protection’s ‘Libby left behind’ Christmas animation is based on a true story

Paws Protect: Helping cat owners flee domestic abuse

Kittens dumped in box on Ashdown Forest find new homes

Cat Men Do: Cute things cat dads do for their moggies

A day in the life of hand-rearing orphaned kittens

6 amazing Guinness World Record-breaking cats

Kittens born with extra toes and impressive moustaches

The cat owner’s guide to keeping a clean home

Transform your cat for National Black Cat Day 2021

More Than Just a Black Cat: Why cats are good for mental health

More Than Just a Black Cat: Jessie’s journey through Cats Protection

More Than Just a Cat: Hero cat Walter warns Hazel of diabetic attacks

Why do cats' eyes glow in the dark?

More Than Just a Cat: Boots helps owner Shirley Ann cope with loneliness and grief

More Than Just a Cat: My cats have helped me through my darkest days

More Than Just a Cat: Lianne honours her much-missed companion Skittles

5 reasons why your cat is better than your boyfriend

More Than Just a Cat: Dusty improves Eve’s mental health after breakdown

More Than Just a Cat: Spike helps Ian through mental and physical health struggles

More Than Just a Cat: Domino is the purrfect best friend for autistic Marnie

5 ways your cat is More Than Just a Cat

Cat quiz: How much do you know about cats in pop culture?

Should I get a kitten to keep my cat company?

6 cat superstitions and the truths behind them

Five kittens dumped in Norfolk countryside survive against the odds

Strictly’s Len Goodman supports remembering Cats Protection in your will

Superhero volunteers changing the world for cats

One-day-old kittens rescued from a skip just in time

How to create the ideal home for your cat

Arlo the cat born with a facial deformity needs a new home

Quincey returns after going missing for 12 years

Tiny kittens dumped in a derelict caravan find new homes

Why does my cat...? Common cat questions answered

Top poems about cats for National Poet’s Day

Bridgend Adoption Centre celebrates helping 33,000 cats in 25 years

Pet photography: How to take amazing photos of your cat

Nine reasons to take on the Nine Mile Challenge for cats

Kitten found abandoned in a plastic box needs your help

5 surprising differences between cats and dogs

Monty returns home after two years thanks to his microchip

How are domestic cats related to big cats?

The realities of being a cat parent

Why do cats have rough tongues?

Smuggled kitten found in passenger’s hand luggage

Why do some cats have different coloured eyes?

How many cats are there in the UK?

Donations needed for injured kitten rescued from a car engine

Kittens with peculiar paws found in an abandoned car

6 cats who forgot how to cat

Tiny kitten thrown from car makes miracle survival

Vince the unluckiest cat in Hampshire needs a new home

Horace home again after hitching a ride under car bonnet

Help needed to cover Marshall's essential ear surgery

5 cat facts for kids from Garfield

Petplan® raises £7 million for Cats Protection and cats like Chesney

Father’s Day Cards for proud cat dads

Hero cat rescues his day-old kitten from fox attack

Meet the cats and kids who are Furr-ever Friends

Volunteers’ Week 2019: What’s it like to volunteer for Cats Protection?

Pregnant cat survives being dumped in a bin bag

6 signs your cat doesn’t want a hug (and what you can do instead)

Top cat names revealed in Cats Protection survey

Lucky kitten rescued just in time by man mowing his lawn

Winning cat story turned into hilarious cartoon

Tips for having a cat-safe BBQ this summer

10 tips to get a cat to like you

Kittens build new lives after construction site rescue

Dental health: How should I brush my cat’s teeth?

Cat dad Philip Bloom isn’t ashamed to be a moggy lover

6 reasons why all men should own a cat

Can I feed my cat a vegetarian diet?

Kittens found close to death in a greenhouse

Should I put sunscreen on my cat?

Exeter woman finds dream job – all thanks to her cat

Sophie the West Midlands’ unluckiest cat needs a new home

What is a cat hairball and why do cats get them?

Cats Protection ‘go fishing’ for kittens in dramatic rescue

Cat lover dies by suicide when forced to give up pets

Top cat names could suit Harry and Meghan's baby

Cat and kittens dumped in mushroom box lucky to be alive

Recognising our volunteers: cat-loving team from Deeside make a real difference

Frankie Seaman’s kitten fostering success story

5 reasons why cats are masters of mindfulness

5 tips for reducing your cat’s stress

Two critically ill kittens illustrate the dangers of buying pets online

Cats Protection called out to rescue... fox cubs?!

8 reasons why cats are the best pets

Why do my sibling cats not get on?

Can cats see in the dark? And other cat eyesight facts

How to teach your child to care for and bond with your cat

Mother’s Day: If your mum has a cat, avoid lilies

Stray cat rescued after his tail was snapped in half

Burned cat Mushka has a second chance at life

The Sorting Cat: Which Mogwarts house is your cat in?

Where do cats sleep? Create the perfect sleeping spot

How do cats drink?

Meet Cats Protection founder Jessey Wade

Cat called Peter Rabbit rescued from the rain

Are cleaning products safe for cats? How to make your spring clean feline-friendly

Saffi the rescue kitten celebrates 22nd birthday

How to care for a deaf cat

Mr Bumps needs a home after having 12cm lump removed

Cat-themed costume inspiration for World Book Day

How to make a cat garland

What is World Spay Day?

How to love your human – advice for cats

Our next top models – can you home a cat for London Fashion Week?

How to plan the purrfect Valentine's date night with your cat

Top marks for infant school as they help keep cat safe

Top tips to reduce your cat’s risk of getting cancer

Cat lovers’ dreams come true volunteering with Cats Protection

Miracle kitten survives two weeks alone in freezing weather

Meet our moon-inspired moggies looking for homes

Nominate your remarkable moggy for the National Cat Awards

How to create a cat-friendly home

Missing cat is reunited with his owner for Kiss a Ginger Day

Kiss a Ginger Day: Gorgeous ginger cats looking for a home

Potato truck travelling cat reunited thanks to 'chip

New Year’s resolutions for you and your cat

Get help with your New Year resolutions from Cats Protection

Why do cats love boxes?

Dedicated volunteers care for cats on Christmas Day

Why do cats come in so many different colours?

Why do cats hate citrus fruit?

Home alone or house full this Christmas?

Cats Protection ‘movie star’ Kozal needs your votes!

How to train your cat to roll over

What do cats see when they watch TV?

Are you an expert on keeping your cat safe in winter?

Christmas gifts for you and your cat

Final Doobie and Tilly update in Purina® funded month of National Cat Adoption Centre

Genie gets her wish in new Christmas animation

The Black Cat Day moggies who have found their forever homes

Register for free to take on a thrilling challenge for Cats Protection

Why do cats bury their poo?

How to buy a cat

Purina® donates £100k to help cats in our National Cat Adoption Centre this November

Purrfect Landlords: Helping to give renters the chance to own cats

Five ways to show cats kindness

Can cats taste sugar?

How can I tell if my cat is stressed?

How to draw a cat

Purina help cats in our National Cat Adoption Centre this November

Black cats bringing people together

Black cat superstitions from around the world

A day in the life of a Cat Care Assistant

How to train your cat to lie down on command

Caring cat lovers give stray Toby a new home

Famous black cats from movies and TV

Kittens rescued from locked car after 2,000 mile voyage from Cyprus to UK

Big cat challenge raising money for little cats in the UK

Thirteen cats dumped on a road in Wigan

Pet Plaques commemorate the UK’s amazing cats

Arthur the cat helps his owner cope with mental health issues

How to train your cat to sit on command

Moving house with Simon's Cat Logic

How to tell if your cat is happy

The history of cats – explained

How to train your cat to be comfortable with handling

Kids become cat experts with new classroom talks

Blind kittens will live a better life thanks to donations

Harriet and her kitten Harry survive against the odds

How to train your cat to toilet outside

International Talk Like a Pirate Day: What’s your cat’s pirate name?

How to train your cat to use a scratch post

Grace and her kittens saved just in time

Evie finds new home after recovering from cat flu

Cats Protection opens Horsham charity shop thanks to generous legacy

12 kittens born to one feline family in Cats Protection’s care

Five kittens avoid drowning by ‘a matter of minutes’

Bono the cat’s surprising reunion with an old friend

Tips for coping with the loss of a cat

How to support someone who is grieving for a cat

Reasons to volunteer with Cats Protection as a student

The Unadoptable Stories – all cats deserve to find their perfect match

Can you give one of these long-stay cats a home?

Kitten Academy: Apple and Apricot have found their forever homes

Terrified tabby Whiskers trapped in garage for seven days

Wispa lost 2kg after being locked in a garage for 20 days

Kitten Academy: Apple and Apricot graduate to find their forever homes

Rescued cat saves his new owner’s life in return

5 reasons to get a cat

Microchipped moggy Samson reunited with family after five years

2018 National Cat Awards: The best quotes from the star-studded event

Kitten Academy: Producing friendlier pets and happier owners

I’m walking 600 miles for cats!

6 signs that your cats are best friends

Kitten Academy: Learning through play

That’s not my cat!

How to train your cat to know and respond to their name

Stowaway moggies found on flights from Saudi Arabia and Bangladesh

Kitten Academy: Discovering new sights, sounds and smells

Five adorable kittens rescued from Swansea radio station skip

Fergal the world-famous feline who finally found affection

Kitten Academy: Getting the kittens used to different people

Kitten watch: The kittens are settled in their forever homes

One million steps to raise money for cats and kittens

How to train your cat to use the litter tray, cat flap and cat carrier

Why is chocolate poisonous for cats?

Kitten Academy: Preparing kittens for life in their forever homes

Cats Protection Christmas animation star Kozal loves a summer snooze

Why do cats knead? Kneading behaviour explained

Frostbitten kitten who lost his toes is now exploring his new home

National Cat Awards 2018: Meet the Outstanding Rescue Cat finalists

Cats Protection Tyneside seeks home for cat with super-sized paws

What should I feed my cat and what should they avoid?

Is it ok to kiss my cat?

National Cat Awards 2018: Meet the Hero Cat finalists

TV star Chizzy gets busy helping unwanted cats

Why does my cat stare at me?

National Cat Awards 2018: Meet the Purina Better Together finalists

Stephanie is left with a pellet in her leg after air gun attack

Simon's Cat: What should I do when my cat goes missing?

Chloe reunited with owner after four years thanks to microchip

National Cat Awards 2018: Meet the Furr-ever Friends finalists

Volunteers’ Week: Become a rehoming volunteer

Volunteers’ Week: Become a cat desensitisation volunteer

Volunteers' Week: Become a volunteer fosterer

Is the cat I've found a stray or feral?

Volunteers’ Week: Become a cat care volunteer

Volunteers' Week: Become a retail volunteer

5 reasons to volunteer with Cats Protection

National Cat Awards 2018: Meet the Most Caring Cat finalists

Thank you for helping 193,000 cats in 2017

Kids and kitties: Should I adopt a cat when I have young children?

Holly has found a family after life in a former animal testing facility

Kids and kitties: Heart-warming stories of cats and babies living happily together

Kids and kitties: What is toxoplasmosis?

Macavity is all grown up after dramatic rescue from inside a wall

How long should it take for my indoor cat to settle in?

Kids and kitties: How to prepare your cat for your baby’s arrival

Kids and kitties: Keep your cat in the family

Daredevil cat lover celebrates 70th birthday with 130mph wing walk

How becoming a volunteer can help with mental health

Ringo reunited with owner after five years as a stray

Kitten watch: Daisy and her kittens have found loving homes

A day in the life of our donkey volunteers

What to do with your cat when heading off on holiday

Willow is happy at home after surviving a traumatic journey

Kitten watch: The kittens are almost ready for their forever homes

Top cats from literature

Award-winning Cats Protection volunteer has dedicated 15 years to cat welfare

How to manage your cat allergy

What's your perfect cuppa?

Kitten watch: Preparing the kittens for the big wide world

How to choose the right cat

Preparing for your new cat or kitten - checklist

Microvolunteering: Small ways you can make a big difference for cats

Daisy's five-week-old kittens are gaining independence

Sweet kittens looking for a home for Siblings Day

Is my cat overweight?

Are you a match for this man-loving moggy?

Kitten watch: The four-week-old kittens are ready to be weaned

Meet the sponsor cats - Pippy

Pawsome Afternoon Tea: Eric Lanlard’s clementine and pomegranate cake recipe

Cute kittens arrive after a dramatic birth

Keep your garden plants feline-friendly this spring

Chocolatey cat-themed Easter crafts to try at home

Meet the sponsor cats – Marina & Marcia

Ginger moggy’s coach ride takes him 100 miles from home

Weetabix the cat is desperately seeking a patient owner

8 tips to get your cat to drink more water

Kitten watch: Daisy’s kittens are two weeks old

Meet the sponsor cats – Pippa

Cat lover beats the odds to run 66th marathon for unwanted moggies

10 facts about cats and sleep

Kitten watch: Daisy’s kittens have been given names

Meet the sponsor cats – Theodore

Rogue spirits and ruined toys: strange reasons people have given up their cat

What flowers are safe for cats for Mother's Day?

Meet the sponsor cats - Garfield

Top travel destinations for cat-lovers this Easter

Kitten watch: Daisy has given birth to four adorable kittens

The cat Oscars: Awards for movie star moggies

Pretty as a picture – your top cat snapshots

10 tips for hosting a Pawsome Afternoon Tea

World Spay Day: Cat neutering myths busted

Kitten watch: Pregnant cat Daisy is expecting a litter

Two-toed cat Clawdia is waiting for a pawsome home

A new home, Yoda the cat is looking for

How to show your cat you love them

Simon’s Cat video explains why cats are territorial

Cats kept safe by Paws Protect service as owners leave abusive homes

Bob Mortimer helps lonely hearts cats to find homes

Kitty reunited with owner after losing her tail in a terrible ordeal

Purrfect Valentine’s Day gifts for cat lovers

Moggy mates Captain and Pugwash need a home

Cats Calendar star Frost was rehomed from former animal testing facility

Cats called Harley and Davidson rescued by bikers in Bridgend

Ginger cat Tosha reunited with owners 10 years after going missing

How to charity shop like a pro!

Is your cat left- or right-pawed?

Petplan raises over £5 million for cats in our care!

Enterprising schoolgirl gets crafty for the cats

Why do cats meow and what does it mean: how to speak cat

Give our gorgeous gingers a home

Speak up for cats on air gun licensing: Act now!

National Cat Awards 2018: Nominate your marvellous moggy now!

Cherwell Cats Protection inundated with donations after break in

Massive moggy Sophie needs new owners to help her beat the bulge

Desmond returns after being found 195 miles from home

Simon’s Cat animation explains why catnip drives cats wild

Our Christmas animation takes inspiration from a real life story

Gifts to give your cat this Christmas

Feline festive? Make your own cat-themed snowflakes

Festive animation gives cat owners advice on 12 ‘nays’ of Christmas

Politicians feline festive at Cats Protection's Westminster reception

Festive Simon's Cat animation focuses on seasonal safety

'Are there any supplements I can give my older cat?' and other questions from our Mature Moggies Q&A

Get a head start on your New Year’s resolution and help cats!

Cats Protection teams up with Bob Mortimer to raise cash for kitties

Keep your pets happy at home this Christmas with TrustedHousesitters

Mature Moggies Week: Adopt an older cat!

Mature Moggies Week: Older cat care

Mature Moggies Week: Older cats vs kittens

Mature Moggies Week: What is old?

Mature Moggies Week: Celebrating older cats

New beginnings for brave Beric

What is catnip and what does it do to cats?

Keeping your cat calm during firework season

Stray and Feral Q&A

National Black Cat Day: Celebrating our black cat heroes

Carve your own crafty cat pumpkin

A speedy recovery for Bolt

National Black Cat Day: Nominate your black cat hero to win!

TrustedHousesitters – keeping your pets happy at home while you travel

How do cats learn?

“Why is my cat terrified of noise?” and other veterinary questions

A new lease of life for three-legged Mitsy

Cats and arthritis: spot the signs and adapt your home

"Why is my cat bringing in mice?" and other behaviour FAQs

Do you live in a cat-crazy hotspot?

Your long-stay cat stories

Pawsome Afternoon Tea tales from our fabulous fundraisers

Top names of Cats Protection kittens revealed

New Simon's Cat animation focuses on play time

Caring for kittens with Simon's Cat

Careers with Cats: how can I become a Veterinary Nurse?

Can you help us be there for cats for another 90 years?

Did you know? 7 facts about neutering

Careers with Cats: how can I become a Cat Behaviourist?

Careers with cats: how can I become a Veterinary Surgeon?

Cat superhero name generator

Careers with cats: How can I become a Cat Care Assistant?

"How can I calm down my kitten?" and other behaviour FAQs

10 of the best cat jokes for National Tell a Joke Day

Top books for cat-lovers

8 things that happened at this year's National Cat Awards

International rescue: heroic moggies from around the world - part two

Coping with pet-related grief FAQs – part 4

International rescue: heroic moggies from around the world - part one

Why do cats make sounds?

Meet the finalists - Furr-ever Friends

"When should I neuter my kitten?" and other veterinary FAQs

Meet the finalists - Most Caring Cat

Should I get my male cat neutered?

Meet the finalists - Outstanding Rescue Cat

'Why does my cat like to lick carrier bags?' and other behaviour FAQs

Meet the finalists - Hero Cat

Should I get my female cat neutered?

Meet the finalists - Purina Better Together

All ends well for Weasley

Coping with pet-related grief FAQs – part 3

Meet the finalists - Cats Protection's Special Recognition Award

How to read your cat’s body language

Feline fathers

Beautiful Bella’s pregnancy woes

‘Why does my cat roam?’ and other veterinary FAQs

A happy ending for FIV+ cat Edmund

Keeping your cat cool in warm weather

A stellar contribution from a volunteer of 30 years

Making a difference to the welfare of cats

National Cat Awards 2017 finalists: revealed!

Volunteers changing how people think about cats

Samanta loves to tidy for Cats Protection

June is National Microchipping Month

Keeping the gardens in shape at Cats Protection

A big thank you to all our volunteers this Volunteers’ Week!

Book a holiday and help Cats Protection at the same time

‘Why does my cat fight with neighbourhood cats?’ and other behaviour FAQs

Have you found a stray cat or a feral cat?

Fresh start for senior Dotty

Cats through the ages: Ancestry

Coping with pet-related grief FAQs – part 2

Ninety years of dedication to cats

What Cats Protection achieved in 2016

Adopting a kitten

Easy and low maintenance gardening tips for cat lovers

Learning to love

‘Is it ok to give my cat milk?’ and other veterinary FAQs

Meet the cats in our sponsor pens: Tinker

‘Why have my cats started to spray in the house?’ and other behaviour FAQs

Meet the cats in our sponsor pens: Chamomile

Host your own Pawsome Afternoon Tea!

Meet the cats in our sponsor pens: Gabrielle

Preparing your cat for Easter

Help us call for air guns to be licensed in England and Wales

London Marathon: where champions are made

How funds raised by challenges help local branches

Challenge events: putting the fun into fundraising

What is Big Cat Week?

Meet the cats in our sponsor pens: Nikki

A mother’s struggle

Coping with pet-related grief FAQs – part 1

‘Why is my cat vomiting?’ and other veterinary FAQs

Do you have what it takes to do an endurance challenge?

Why cats love running water

‘Why does my cat miaow at me?’ and other behaviour FAQs

Freya finds her way home

10 reasons why your cat is the ultimate Valentine's date

Hunter is a hero

Queenie’s no longer in a quandary

‘How can I reduce hairballs?’ and other veterinary FAQs

A new home for the shoebox kittens

Cats looking for a home this winter

Get cosy with hygge

A royal name generator

Do something daring for 2017 – skydive for Cats Protection

Happy Christmas

Why cats hunt

Furry therapists: how cats improve our lives

Railway sleepers

The importance of socialising your kitten

‘Why doesn’t my cat purr?’ and other veterinary FAQs

How to have a pawsome Christmas

Give a Christmas gift that keeps on giving

‘How can I get my cat used to their carrier?’ and other behavioural FAQs

Don’t give grooming the brush off

‘Should I bathe my cat?’ and other veterinary FAQs

A wonderful ending for Walter

What happens to cats during puberty?

A life-changing canoeing and wildlife challenge in Zambia

Halloween tricks and treats for felines

National Cat Day – celebrating our work with cats

17 reasons why black cats rule

Caspar shows beauty is more than fur deep

Black cats with big personalities

Meet the black cats in our sponsor pens

A lucky escape for Peanut

Ain’t misbehaving – tummy tickling

‘Does my cat have separation anxiety?’ and other behavioural FAQs

Ain’t misbehaving – scratching

Cute gifts for black cat lovers

Could your cat be the face of this year’s National Black Cat Day?

Ain’t misbehaving – spraying

Ain’t misbehaving – weeing

Cassie’s golden years

Little Lucy

Why gifts in wills matter

What will you pass on to future generations of cats?

Baby love

‘How can I make my cat lose weight?’ and other veterinary FAQs

How to make a fishing rod toy

On the prowl

‘Which cat is spraying in my house?’ and other behaviour FAQs

A tragic tale leads to a happy ending

Simon's Cat feeding time

A gift from heaven

Raja enjoys his new home

Behind the scenes at the National Cat Awards

Volunteers raise a staggering £40,000 for their local branch

National Cat Awards finalist videos

In memory of Toby

Five signs your cat loves you

Gotta catch ‘em all?

Why cats show their tummies

Cats’ cleaning habits

Missing cat reunited with family after three years

‘How much water should a cat drink?’ – vet advice

Cat quiz results: What sort of cat should you adopt?

Flash and Gordon begin a new adventure

The best way to identify a lost pet

Three donkeys make the National Cat Centre their new home

Fire safety advice

Lost cat returns home after sail across the Solent

Where do cats like to sleep?

National Cat Awards 2016 finalists announced

‘Why is my cat losing weight?’ and other veterinary FAQs

Microchip reunites cat with happy owner six years later

A day in the life of a social media volunteer

‘What does my cat’s miaow mean?’ and other feline behaviour FAQs

Less than a third of pet cats are microchipped

Little boy finds his long-lost cat

Cornwall’s Children’s Cat Club

Tougher air gun laws needed to protect our cats

An abseil for the Isle of Wight kitties

Dougal proves age is just a number

Inspirational youngster donates prize money to help unwanted cats

The Cat magazine: speaking up for cats since 1931

‘How can I help my elderly cat’s mobility?’ and other veterinary FAQs

Little rays of light

Jack’s on his bike

A Bonnie shy cat

How to make a paper cat

Find the right cat for your home

Why are cat videos dominating the internet?

Sleaford volunteers take in 21 abandoned cats

Caring for cats with disabilities

The playful curiosity of cats

Dedicated runners raising funds for Cats Protection

‘Why is my older cat hissing at our kittens?’ and other behavioural FAQs

In praise of older cats

A gradual recovery for Fusa

It’s swings and roundabouts for Charlie

A fantastic feline fair

The big cats of India

Felines’ and tigers’ welfare, oh my!

The trek of a lifetime

The launch of our cat-themed Mog Jog

All Fingers and Thumbs

The difference gifts in wills can make

Cats Protection's Easter egg hunt!

‘How can I reduce cat dander in my home?’ – vet advice

Caring for indoor cats – how to keep them safe and happy

Meet the cats – LIVE!

Walter’s sore wound

Behind the scenes: New stand at the Spring Knitting & Stitching Show

A second chance for Susie

‘Why is my cat scared of visitors?’ and other feline behaviour FAQs

A brilliant team effort from our volunteers

Cat Guardians service finds Elsa a new home

From shedding to allergies – is your cat ready for spring?

Poppy is blossoming in her new home

World Spay Day 2016

Flower is coming up roses

Cats that helped their owners to find true love

Is your kitten smitten?

Where is the love?

Can cats clean up at the box office?

Tommy is reunited with his owner thanks to Facebook

‘Should I clip my cats’ claws?’ and other veterinary FAQs

How to make a temporary stray or feral cat shelter

We’re looking for the nation’s top cat

‘Why is my cat scared of my partner?’ and other behaviour FAQs

Cat crazy time explained

The privilege of feline love

Blue Monday? Colour meow beautiful!

Pearl gets a second chance

Keeping your cat safe in winter

‘What’s a cat’s ideal weight?’ and other feline veterinary FAQs

We’ll help you hit your goals in 2016

'Why does my cat want to play at bedtime?' and other behaviour FAQs

Merry Christmas!

A new start for Poppy

Get crafty for cats this Christmas

‘Will neutering calm my kitten down?’ and other neutering FAQs

London to Paris cycle challenge for Cats Protection

Petplan lends a hand at our new Mitcham Homing Centre

Support cats with our first unique boutique

Giving Tuesday: how you can help us

All in a day’s work

Feline first aid FAQs

Ringo is a star!

Lost cat – what to do if your cat goes missing

‘Why won’t my cat sleep in his bed?’ and other behaviour FAQs

“Does neutering stop spraying?” and other neutering FAQs

A bright Spark

Can you offer an unwanted black cat a home?

Long-stay cat Panjo finds a new family

Black cats: five common misconceptions

Bigging up black cats

Behaviour focus: My cat suddenly attacks me

Why we celebrate black cats

Behaviour focus: inappropriate play

‘Why is my cat urinating so often?’ and other veterinary FAQs

Behaviour focus: hiding

New home for abattoir cat

Behaviour focus: social groups

On the prowl for a Black Cat Champion

‘Why don’t my cats get along?’ and other multi-cat household FAQs

Behaviour focus: introducing cats

The cat who got the ice cream

Are your cats friend or foe?

Behaviour focus: Why does my cat wake up at night?

Your cat’s perfect loo

Diary of a teenage fosterer #6

Behaviour focus: spraying

Tortie Tashie finds a home

Cat drooling and other cat dental issues

Dispelling some common myths about gifts in wills

Behaviour focus: Why is my cat not using the litter tray?

How to introduce a new puppy to your cat

Behaviour focus: scratching

Introducing a new cat to your dog

How to keep your cat cool in the summer

Behaviour focus: drinking water

How to remove a tick from your cat

Help cats like Maxwell in our Big Dinner Appeal

How to teach a cat to use a cat flap – behaviour advice

Playing with dogs to help cats

Diary of a teenage fosterer #5

Why do cats blep – and is it the latest pet craze?

‘What care does my elderly cat need?’ and other older cat FAQs

How to look after a kitten

‘How much does it cost to get my cat neutered?’ and other neutering FAQs

Behind the scenes at our Mitcham Homing Centre opening event

Diary of a teenage fosterer #4

Magnificent 7 Cats Facebook page gains millionth fan

Old cats need love too!

Older cat Jess – an inspirational life

A second chance for elderly Dotty

‘Why do my cats attack each other?’ and other behaviour FAQs

Focus on fostering

Operation success for adorable Alan

A day in the life of a publicity volunteer

Flying across the Tyne for Cats Protection

Why it’s important to microchip your cat

Diary of a teenage fosterer #3

‘Does my indoor cat need neutering?’ and other FAQs

Going the distance for Cats Protection

A muddy sprint for cats

Fancy fostering cats?

‘How much food should I give my kitten?’ and other feline diet questions

Carley Stenson’s experience helping animals in Africa

Why volunteers are vital to Cats Protection

Give an FIV cat a chance!

‘Why does my cat dribble?’ and other feline behaviour FAQs

Alice in Wonderland

How to make a scratching post

Why should I neuter my cat?

Diary of a teenage fosterer #2

Petplan & ADCH Animal Charity Awards – an invaluable event

Cats Protection’s Big Cat Project

Two elderly friends, perfectly matched

‘Do you need to protect indoor cats against fleas and worms?’ and other veterinary questions

Turn your cat into a video star!

Lion cupcakes recipe

Why I’m helping Cats Protection help big cats

The history of domestic cats

‘How can I help a timid cat trust their new owner?’ and other behaviour FAQs

Diary of a teenage fosterer #1

How to make a cat tent out of a T-shirt

How to make healthy cat-shaped biscuits

Don’t let allergies hold you back!

Is my cat bored? How to keep your cat entertained

Cat among the teddies

DIY cat bed – How to make a cosy bed for your cat

Feline behaviour explained – recognising stress in your cat’s face

Don’t forget the moggy mums this Mother’s Day!

‘Do indoor cats still need boosters?’ and other vaccination FAQs

Feline behaviour explained – why does my cat…?

‘Why does my cat hunt even after eating?’ and other behaviour FAQs

Plucky pensioner set to abseil 160ft

Feline behaviour explained – cat body language

Why you should get your cat neutered

Zambezi River challenge and Big Cat project itinerary

Why you shouldn’t overlook shy cats

Lonely hearts

Backstage at the Manifesto for Cats launch

‘How can I stop my kitten biting?’ and other kitten FAQs

A fundraising flight of a lifetime

My cats are a lifeline for me

A purr a day will keep the blues away

‘Why does my cat overgroom?’ and other behaviour questions

Parting with a much-loved pet

Donate unwanted Christmas presents to charity

New Year’s resolution ideas

Merry Christmas from everyone at Cats Protection

Missed the Christmas post?

Simon’s Cat’s visit to the vet

We need your cat drawings!

Facebook helps Timmy find his way home

How to recognise cat poisoning symptoms and what to do

Thousandth cat rehomed by Gateshead & District Branch

Top tips for a cat-friendly Christmas

How to support Cats Protection

‘Why does my cat have diarrhoea?’ and other veterinary questions

How to make a food puzzle for your cat to play with

A new concept – Gildersome Homing Centre

Simon’s Cat visit Cats Protection

Cat fosterers needed in London

Why should you neuter your cat and other neutering FAQs

Please sponsor a cat pen

If a black cat crosses your path

The most popular black cat names

Fireworks frighten cats

The history of National Black Cat Day

Cat Match tips and tricks – new cats to unlock

‘Why is my cat aggressive?’ and other cat behaviour FAQs

Help moderate online sales of pets

Secrets to taking successful photos of black cats

New home for kittens abandoned by roadside

Call to take action for pets in European Parliament

Cat Match app update

‘Why is my cat spraying?’ and other cat behaviour FAQs

On the hunt for a National Black Cat Day champion

Recovery for black kitten dumped in box

The importance of pet insurance

Most popular cat names in the UK revealed – infographic

‘How can I treat cat ear mites?’ and other veterinary FAQs

A clowder of polydactyl cats

Cat Match tips & tricks – coin management

'Will you help with the cost of spaying?' and other cat neutering FAQs

Leaving a legacy to Cats Protection

Adopting a cat from Cats Protection

Cat memes: 10 reasons you should adopt a cat

‘Why does my cat meow?’ and other cat behaviour FAQs

Missing cat reunited with owner after 17 months

Nervous Dotty is looking for a new home

A day in the life of a kitten fosterer

And the winners are…

Cat memes: Top 10 things cat owners can identify with

Caring for your cat in the summer

A day in the life of a Cats Protection fosterer

Find an Opportunity is now live!

Vote now for the winner of the PURINA® Better Together category

Behind the scenes – our Support Adoption For Pets video shoot

Pregnant cat gives birth under garden decking

Going on holiday? What happens to your cat?

Rise in pedigree cats in rescue

Kittens – what’s not to love?

The National Cat Awards 2014 – do you own the nation’s top cat?

Bring a black cat home

Bin-bag cats seek brighter future

Patient pair help cats relax

Oil-soaked kitten rescued from gang

Caring home for cheeky-looking cat

Sandy's stroke of luck

Fearful tabby now happy cat

Three landfill cats thriving

Great escape for prison kittens

Tabby's life transformed

Caring home for chest-op cat

Noisy cat needs owner

Emergency operation saves cat and kittens

Cornish cat finds caring home

Landfill kittens have loving homes

Troubled tabby's turnaround tale

Hard-luck pair homed happily

Found in a field

Black cat first in, first out

Hotel kitten's happy home

Holdall kittens rehomed

Sammy shakes off sad past

Council tip to country life

Flooded-out Felix seeks home comforts

Factory cat clocks off for good

Littermates saved from landfill

National Cat Adoption Centre helps dumped kittens

Adopt a dashing black cat

Branch tends plant pot kittens

Bus cat to beloved pet

Lucky escape for car kitten

Yorkshire cat found safe in Suffolk

Fresh start for dumped forest felines

New homes for hotel kittens

Posh pad for fortunate ferals

Facebook friends help mystery mog

Don’t let kittens have kittens!

Who will be top cat?

Let's get this show on the road!

Putting the fun into fundraising

Did we really microchip our Chief Executive?

Bridgend's world record bid

It's nicer to neuter

Win a signed copy of Talk to the Tail by Tom Cox

Branching out – part two

Branching out

Life as a volunteer at Derby Adoption Centre and why I do it

Coming soon: Black Cat Awareness Day

Chiltern's Twitter success

Why I foster for Cats Protection

Starting from scratch

Stafford's silver celebration

Happy 25th, Worthing!

Have I got mews for you?!

My day off work

Neutering Manager, Teacher, or Celeb hunter?….

Cats Protection AGM

The making of Tennis cats

Out and about with our Chief Executive

Welcome!

Cat poetry competition launched to help unwanted moggies

Cat champion fundraiser completes 53km Nepal trek… on her stairs!

FIV cat Jet finds a home during COVID-19 lockdown

Cats are helping their owners combat lockdown loneliness

Kittens thrown into locked bin like rubbish lucky to be alive

Maimed kittens thriving despite being cruelly dumped in bag

21-year-old cat rescued from desperate life in a Norfolk car park

Can I own a cat if I’m allergic?

Five-week-old kitten dumped near busy road

Kittens rescued from house with 17 cats

Harrison finds his happy ever after following heart-breaking ordeal

Underweight kittens abandoned in sealed box outside Cats Protection centre

Appeal to help rescued kittens who lost their eyes due to cat flu

Elderly stray Summer has a sunnier future in her new home

Fun ideas from fantastic fundraisers in lockdown

Black cat PK is the purrfect furry furlough companion

1,000th cat adopted through Cats Protection’s new contactless homing process

One-eyed George finds a new home of his own

Purrfectly Imperfect: One-eyed cat Biff wins photo competition

Story time with cats is an online lockdown sensation

Maddie has kittens at just nine months old

Smuggled kittens quarantined after arriving from Hungary

Hallie’s crazy cycling challenge raises money for cats

Shy cat Amber is looking for a quiet forever home

How to take great videos of your cat

Two carrier bags of tiny kittens dumped just days apart

Little Grandma Mo is looking for a cosy new home

Volunteers deliver joy during lockdown with hands-free homing

King-sized kitty Dixie is twice the weight of a normal cat

Purrfectly Imperfect disabled cats get a second chance

Winner of Cats Protection’s baking competition announced

Missing cat discovered at campsite 12 years after vanishing

Generous donation helps Cats Protection branches neuter more cats

6 tips for stopping your cat getting the zoomies

Tips for grooming long-haired cats

How to play with a cat – fun games to play with them

Why is my cat being 'naughty'?

Badly injured kitten found like a pile of dirty rags on the A22

Baggy finds a home after landlord blocks her move

Rare kitten born with dwarfism finds the purrfect home

Dramatic four-cat rescue reveals 20 more cats needing help

Cuddle-loving cat Holly needs a home for her twilight years

Lockdown book raising children’s smiles and money for charity

Meet the cats given a second chance by Cats Protection’s Cat Guardians service

Vet duo take on Alps adventure for cats

The Alternative Cat Awards 2020: Winner Announced

Purrfectly Imperfect: Three-legged Mylo is living life to the full

Cat careers: Finding your purrfect job at Cats Protection

Norfolk volunteers mark branch’s 5th birthday despite lockdown

Charity worker plans month of walks to raise money for cats

Cat lover’s 200km charity run for moggies who saved her life

Scruffy stray cat has both ears removed due to sun damage

How are our pet cats similar to wildcats?

Four orphaned kittens rescued from a rabbit hole

Supporter hosts Black Cat Quiz for her monochrome moggy Flic

Kitten with infected eye rescued from near-death

Young cat and disabled kitten thriving against all odds

The lucky black cats who have lit up their owners’ lives

Festive fundraising ideas to help cats this Christmas

Kittens named after Black Panther characters in memory of actor Chadwick Boseman

Bedraggled 20-year-old cat has miraculous transformation

Reach new heights with the Climb for Cats challenge this January

Kittens rescued from condemned caravan in Scotland

Meet the feline stars of Cats Protection’s Cats Calendar

Grieving girl’s priceless reaction when reunited with long lost cat

Volunteering during the pandemic has helped cat lover regain a sense of purpose

The true story behind Cats Protection’s Christmas film Casper’s Magical Journey

Beloved shop cat is home from The Range thanks to his microchip

Little Lola shows risks of buying lockdown kittens online

Microchip miracles show importance of making cat microchipping compulsory

The UK’s pet cats have been getting fatter in lockdown

Learn how to make your own needle felted mini cats

Eight-year-old Joss raises over £1,600 by running every day in January

The best cat accessories to keep your kitty happy

Cute cats photos from our #FelineGoodJanuary challenge

How to create a stylish and cat-friendly home

How to make tasty vegan cat-shaped pancakes

Cat-lover runs over 2,000 miles along virtual Route 66 for cats in need

Running 100 miles to give back to the charity that helped my family

Kitten dumped in plastic box finds perfect new family

Man running 21 half marathons in memory of his beloved cat

Where to buy cat-friendly flowers and plants online

Working for Cats Protection during the coronavirus pandemic

Horror after cat discovered to have 14 shotgun pellets lodged in her body

Deaf cat Luna finds a new home for World Hearing Day

Microchipped cats Chas and Dave reunited after 16 months

Stray cat survives being shot in face with air rifle

10-year-old Mindy raises money for cats with Pawsome Baking Challenge

Volunteering day leads to new home for stray kitten Layla

Rescue cats named after female authors for Women’s History Month

Plea for pet-safe flowers warning after cat dies from lily poisoning

What is it like to be a Cats Protection charity Trustee?

Family of rare cats with extra toes homed in Taunton

Shy cat Elvis gains confidence after settling into new home

Online streamers get creative to raise money for cats

20,000 cats homed through pioneering online adoption process

Warning against unsafe pet collars after cat badly injured

Cat missing for 14 years reunited with owner thanks to microchip

Tyneside Adoption Centre celebrates rehoming 1,000th cat

Cat with dodgy kneecap needs your help to get back on her feet

Dermot O’Leary champions rescue pets and shares his favourite cat facts

Are essential oils dangerous to cats?

Adventurous cat-lovers prepare for wild Nepal tiger trek

Young skate and BMX fan does 500 ramps to fundraise for cats

How to help your cat adjust to life after lockdown

Charity worker’s emotional reunion with cat missing for 13 years

Appeal for help after cat found with shocking air gun injury

Smurf the cat has ear tips removed due to sun damage

Olivia, Dave and Monty: a story of unforgettable feline friendship

Colin the cat seeks personal trainer to help him lose weight

Nest of newborn kittens rescued from up a tree

Young boy hosts storytime for cats to raise funds

Bake Off’s Kim-Joy picks winners of cat-themed Pawsome Baking competition

Snowdon trek marks safe return of in-person fundraising events

Extraordinary litter of kittens born with 12 extra toes

Meet Cats Protection’s youngest volunteer - cat mad Cameron

How long do pet cats live?

Cat owners celebrate the joys of mature moggies

Cats Protection charity shop volunteers keep the tills ringing

Mature moggies given a second chance after their owners pass away

Why are cats scared of vacuum cleaners?

Can cats get hayfever?

Stray cat’s tale inspires students to create heart-warming short film

Pawsome supporter hosts garden party with a difference

Where to buy the purrfect Father’s Day gift for your cat-mad dad

Mature moggy Cameo needs a new home at 23 years old

Funds needed for three-legged Monty’s expensive treatment

Romanian stowaway kitten lucky to survive being trapped in hot lorry

8 ways to remember your cat after they have passed away

Pet detectives reunite cat with owner 260 miles away

Fears longer days will lead to more cat shootings with unlicensed air guns

Increase in underage kittens cruelly mis-sold in online scams

Dedicated volunteer recognised for his commitment to Bridgend cats

Meet the dogs helping their owners fundraise for cats

Stray cat inspires 10,000km bike ride around UK coastline

Nelson’s new home with carer who helped nurse him back to health

Odin finds new home after Mature Moggies Day appeal

Kitten rescued from bus depot and given apt new name

Wobbly kittens with cheesy names seek a very special home

Cat missing for seven years travelled across the Mersey river

Heroic cats win at the Virtual National Cat Awards 2021

6 ways lynx are just like our pet cats

Poorly cats nursed back to health thanks to gifts in Wills

Why does my cat lick me?

Two senior thrill-seekers take to the skies for daring wing-walk

Badly injured kitten rescued from Kent garden proves to be a fighter

Scavenging cat reunited with owner thanks to microchip

Cat lover taking one million steps to help cats in need

Air gun attack can't tear mum cat away from her kittens

Appeal for help as three cats need urgent life-saving surgery

High-fiving cat reunited with owner thanks to his microchip

Cat food for managing cat allergies has changed my life

Poorly kitten who was left behind gets a second chance

Cats Protection here for all the cat people at Birmingham Pride

Kittens rescued from bin storage set for demolition

Cat-lover takes on daring challenge after surviving breast cancer

Kittens with spooky names for Halloween season are thriving

Deaf cat and her son need special new home after complicated ear surgery

5 ways to keep your cat safe at Halloween

Running for charity saved Kevin the Pirate’s life

Kitten with painful eye damage and suspected migraines finds new home

Gaming, baking, board games and more can help raise money for cats

Are scented candles safe for cats?

How to choose the perfect cat bed

Dad recovering from COVID-19 signs up for the ultimate cat fight

Franky is latest victim of growing trend in online kitten sales

Detectives needed to help find car park cat’s owner

Tiny Tim the one-week-old kitten found alone in garden

Winnie recovers from nasty collar injury

Overweight Chunky needs a new home

Hefty Henry has space to roam in a new home

Poppy needs a new home after nearly a year in care

Puddin’s life has been turned around thanks to committed care team

Cookie was sold before eight precious weeks with his mum

Canal boat cat Big Ginge returns home after 10 years

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