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Cats Protection
Registration number: 203644
Cats Protection, the UK’s leading cat welfare charity, extends its reach annually to rescue and assist approximately 157,000 cats and kittens in need. Beyond rescue operations, they prioritise education on cat care, aiming to create a more informed and compassionate society towards feline welfare.
Key statistics
From the founding year and expanding team to generous donations and growing turnover, these key figures highlight the scale and impact of Cats Protection’s work over the last year.
Main Causes
Adopt a Cat
Helps cats find loving homes, offering support and guidance throughout the adoption process.
Find out moreAbandoned Cats
Rescues abandoned cats, providing shelter, care, and rehabilitation until loving homes are found.
Find out moreSupport Senior Cats
Supports senior cats by providing care, promoting adoption, and ensuring they find loving homes.
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Donate Now
Help cats in need – provide brighter futures for every feline friend.
Every donation makes a difference. You’re helping rescue, care for, and rehome cats in need, giving them the love and safety they deserve.
About Cats Protection
Through their extensive network of adoption centres, branches, and volunteers, Cats Protection works tirelessly to find loving, permanent homes for cats of all ages and backgrounds. Their initiatives also include neutering programs to reduce the number of unwanted cats, alongside campaigns to promote responsible ownership. By offering resources, advice, and support to cat owners, the charity ensures that cats receive the care and protection they deserve. Cats Protection’s commitment to improving feline welfare has made a significant, lasting impact across communities in the UK.
About Cat Protection
Cats Protection Shop
Explore Cats Protection’s online charity gift shop for a wide range of cat-themed gifts, accessories, and essentials for your feline friends. Every purchase supports Cats Protection’s vital work in helping cats and kittens in need across the UK. Shop now to make a difference.
Frequently asked questions
To adopt, visit their website or local adoption centre, where you can view available cats and complete an application form.
Yes, they provide advice and assistance with neutering feral cats and support the rescue of stray or abandoned cats.
The charity runs low-cost and sometimes free neutering programs to reduce the number of unwanted cats and prevent overpopulation.
Volunteers can help in various roles, such as fostering cats, supporting adoption centres, fundraising, or providing administrative assistance.
Cat sponsorship allows supporters to contribute monthly to the care of cats in their centres, ensuring they receive food, shelter, and medical attention.
Yes, they offer resources, advice, and guidance on cat behaviour, nutrition, and general care to ensure feline well-being.
Key Appeals
Cats Protection Lifeline
Cats Protection offers a lifeline for cats, rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming them with dedicated care.
Find out moreCrafts for Cats
Encourages crafts for cats, creating DIY toys and enrichment to keep cats happy and stimulated.
Find out moreCat Anxiety
Provides advice on managing cat anxiety, promoting calm environments and understanding feline behaviour triggers.
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