Cats Protection

We are the UK’s leading cat welfare charity. 🐱

Making a better life for cats, because life is better with cats.

22/01/2025

Ever seen your cat looking out the window and ‘chatting’ to the birds? Learn more about this behaviour and reasons why cats do it in our new blog post: http://spr.ly/CatChatter 🐦

[Image description: A calico cat looking out the window.]

21/01/2025

No question your cat's the best, right? Why not get the award to prove it? Nominate your cat for the National Cat Awards 2025. http://spr.ly/NCA25 🏆

20/01/2025

Today is , but we think cats really do help any Monday seem less blue! How does your cat help cheer you up? 💜

[Image description: A black and white cat lying upside down in an adoption pen and being stroked.]

18/01/2025

Looking to pick up a new hobby this year? Give polymer clay a go and learn to make five cute cat magnets! Along with your craft kit, you get access to our craftalong with Katrilee Designs and our Facebook group filled with other cat loving crafters.
The cost of your kit includes a donation to help us keep caring for cats and kittens. Get your kit here: http://spr.ly/CFCPolymerClay 😺

[Image one: Five different cat theme sculptures made out of polymer clay.
Image two: A white and tabby cat lying on a table next to craft information sheets and an open box with coloured clay in it.]

17/01/2025

Looking for a new animal care role? If you like the sound of caring for cats, getting them ready for adoption and the joy of seeing them go to new homes, we have vacancies for Rehoming and Welfare Assistants at some of our local centres! Learn more: http://spr.ly/CatsCareers25 🐾

[Image description: A long-haired ginger and white cat being checked by someone in PPE.]

17/01/2025

At just two years old, Oreo and Twix were found in a box labelled ‘we are homeless’ by a member of the public. Thankfully they were in good health and these two loving cats have now found their forever home.
Our new and exclusive Prize Draw is now open! Enter today to help us give cats like Oreo and Twix the second chance at life they deserve and be in with a chance of winning our top prize of £10,000: http://spr.ly/PrizeDraw25

[Image description: A black and white cat and tabby and white cat in an adoption pen surrounded by cat toys.]

15/01/2025

What’s the best way to celebrate and cats at the same time? It’s our Big Winter Roam walking challenge of course!
Choose to receive an exclusive purple or grey beanie when you register to roam for cats this February. Roam any distance, anywhere, all for cats. Join the fun: http://spr.ly/BigWinterRoamEvent 🥾 ❄️

[Image description: A long-haired ginger cat sitting on a carpeted floor next to two pairs of walking boots and one grey and one purple Cats Protection beanie hat.]

15/01/2025

All of these cats have been previous finalists. Could your cat be next?
Nominate your cat for the National Cat Awards 2025 today: http://spr.ly/NCA25 👑

14/01/2025

In the first issue of The Cat magazine this year, we will be covering how to make vet visits less stressful, celebrating 75 years of Cats Protection in Northern Ireland and finding out about the cats of Amman, Jordan. Get four issues a year for only £15! Subscribe here: https://www.cats.org.uk/support-us/thecatmag

[Image description: Someone holding a copy of The Cat magazine, by a grey tabby curled up on a cat tree.]

14/01/2025

Today is ...but for cats, we believe the best outfit is their natural fur coat! Cats in costume may seem fun for owners, however they can cause significant stress to cats, restricting their movement and making them feel threatened or unsettled. Learn more: http://spr.ly/DressUpBlog 🐾

[Image description: A ginger and white cat lying on a blanket looking up at someone off-camera who is stroking them.]

13/01/2025

No need to break the bank to keep your cat warm! Discover simple, budget-friendly ways to keep your feline friend cosy this winter. Find more advice here: http://spr.ly/CatsAndColdWeather ❄️

11/01/2025

This year, challenge yourself to help make a better life for cats and kittens in your area. Join Team Cats today and earn one of our brand-new tops: http://spr.ly/ChallengeEvents25 🏃‍♂️

[Image one: The back of someone wearing a Cats Protection purple T-shirt, writing on the back reads I'm a cat champion.
Image two: Someone standing outside with a race finishing line behind them wearing a purple Cats protection T-shirt.
Image three: A selfie of two people wearing Cats Protection purple vests. They are smiling and wearing sunglasses.]

10/01/2025

As we gain more daylight, our cats' energetic moments at dawn and dusk will also shift to match the changing light. Keeping your cats inside at night can help protect them from harm. Learn more about nighttime safety here: http://spr.ly/CatSafetyAtNight 🌙

[Image description: A ginger and white cat waiting outside a glass door. White text on a navy curve at the top reads Setting a cat curfew.]

09/01/2025

Does your cat only lick off the gravy or jelly from their food? You're not alone! Find out why this happens and what you can do, straight from our vet experts: http://spr.ly/WhyDoCatsOnlyEatTheJelly 🐈

[Image description: A tortoiseshell kitten eating out of a blue bowl in an adoption pen.]

06/01/2025

Make space for your new festive gifts by donating your unneeded items to our shops to help cats. Find your nearest shop: http://spr.ly/FindYourNearestShop 🛍️

[Image description: Crockery, books and clothes piled neatly on a wooden counter top. White text on a light purple curve reads Clear out the clutter.]

03/01/2025

Cats are masters of snoozing, with the skills to relax in some questionable locations… and some very weird positions! Does your cat have an odd sleeping technique? Share a picture below! 🐾

[Image one: A black cat sitting in a cat bed with their limbs sticking up in the air.
Image two: A ginger and white cat lying on their back, sleeping on a carpet.
Image three: A white and black cat hanging their front paws and head over the edge of a cat bed.]

02/01/2025

New year, big news: our Big Winter Roam walking challenge is back! Join hundreds of fellow cat lovers in braving the cold for cats this February, so they don’t have to.
Choose your roaming distance, pick your exclusive challenge beanie hat and take to the streets, trails or treadmills during the month of February, all in the name of cats. Learn more and sign up today: http://spr.ly/BigWinterRoam25 🐾

[Image description: A grey and white cat standing next to a purple and grey Cats Protection beanie hat.]

31/12/2024

Ringing in the New Year can bring fireworks, which can be scary for cats. Find more information here to keep your cat safe and calm: http://spr.ly/FireworksAdvice 🎆

[Image description: A dark purple background with light purple firework shapes. Text: Fireworks checklist. Keep your cat indoors. Close the curtains or blinds. Create a safe space for your cat. Plug in a pheromone diffuser. Play music or keep the TV on. Stay calm to keep your cat calm.]

Address

National Cat Centre, Chelwood Gate
Haywards Heath
RH177TT

Telephone

+443000121212

Website

https://www.cats.org.uk/

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No question your cat's the best, right? Why not get the award to prove it? Nominate your cat for the National Cat Awards 2025. http://spr.ly/NCA25 🏆

National Cat Awards 2025

All of these cats have been previous #NationalCatAwards finalists. Could your cat be next? Nominate your cat for the National Cat Awards 2025 today: http://spr.ly/NCA25 👑

No need to break the bank to keep your cat warm! Discover simple, budget-friendly ways to keep your feline friend cosy this winter. Find more advice here: http://spr.ly/CatsAndColdWeather ❄️

What a year it's been! Thanks to your support, countless cats have found their forever homes in 2024. Here's to another year of making a difference! 😺

We show up for cats 365 days a year, even on Christmas. 🎁 A huge thank you to our amazing teams, who together are making a better life for cats.

We know all cats belong on the ‘nice list’! If you plan to pick up a gift for your cat this year, consider supporting your local Cats Protection team through the Pets Foundation’s Santa Paws Appeal! Visit participating Pets UK Pet Care Centres where teams like Forth Valley Cat Centre will be spreading holiday cheer and raising funds for cats in need. 😺

Our Cats Got Your Tongue? Christmas podcast episode is now live! Our host @AdsBrown and Behaviourist Nicky are joined by actress and comedian @RonnieAncona for more than a few laughs and festive-themed cat advice. Listen wherever you get your podcasts or watch here: http://spr.ly/CGYTVideoPlaylist 🎄

As the festive season approaches and decorations go up, don’t forget some Christmas decor can be harmful to cats. Keep your furry friend safe this holiday season. 🎄

Poor mum Jessie and her kittens were left matted and covered in maggots, fleas and dirt when they were abandoned at a local animal hospital. Our team at Essex Cat Centre took them in, provided care and made sure they were microchipped, vaccinated, and neutered before finding their forever homes. http://spr.ly/HereForEveryCat 💜

Johnny was found nervous and alone after sadly being abandoned. Luckily, we lovingly cared for him until he was adopted and is now thriving in his new home. Hear a heartwarming story like Johnny’s every day by signing up to our 25 Cats of Christmas emails: http://spr.ly/25CatsOfChristmas

Look into a day in the life of our fosterers Ellie and Rob as they care for cats waiting for their forever homes. Could you be a cat fosterer? Find out more here: http://spr.ly/FosterThisWinter 😺

Each year, thousands of cats pass through our doors, each with their own story and unique needs. Some require months of medical care and constant attention, while others need encouragement to help them feel safe and loved again. Help us support every cat's journey: http://spr.ly/HereForEveryCat

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Cats Protection: our history

Today Cats Protection is the UK’s largest feline welfare charity. In the last 90 years, we have rehomed over 1.5 million cats and kittens and championed cat welfare. Here are some key moments from our history.

Today Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity. Our vision is a world where every cat is treated with kindness and an understanding of its needs.

We have simple and clear objectives to help cats:

Homing - Finding good homes for cats in need Neutering - Supporting and encouraging the neutering of cats Information - Improving people’s understanding of cats and their care