Poor big Juicy! π’ After a prolonged reservation, with unfortunate delays (of no fault to his prospective adopter), his adoption has unfortunately in the end fallen through π
Big Juicy (est 8 years old) is a giant, Juicy boy! He has grown to show a lot of his personality in our care, and has shown himself to be a very confident, friendly big man that loves a fuss and a bit of fun! Juicy has found his playful side in his time with us, but can be a lazy big lump at times, and loves to chat! Juicy doesn't mind being left alone for a bit, so he'd be a great companion after a day at work β€οΈ He loves attention, and the hefty big man loves to be carried about! Juicy would be suitable in a home with other animals, as he had experience with both before, but not too many and they would also need to be quite confident and friendly with other cats to match his newfound energy.
Juicy has a minor allergy issue, which means he requires a hypoallergenic food brand and indoor only living - this is not a prescription diet, there are many hypoallergenic brands eg Lily's Kitchen, AVA, Scrumbles, James Wellbeloved etc.
If you could give Juicy a loving home, please get in touch with us via his profile on our website below β¬οΈπ€
https://www.cats.org.uk/northantrimglens
@followers please spread the word π
A big welcome to Cassiopeia and her babies! β€οΈ
Cass and her babies (now 2 weeks old) came into our care a few days after she gave birth, as their lives were being cruelly threatened π She is one of the lucky ones, raising her babies where they are safe, warm and cared for! π
If you would like to support our efforts to help cats this kitten season, any donations are greatly appreciated! We never know what's going to come into our care next β¬οΈ
https://www.cats.org.uk/boots-appeal/ballymena
Or buy them a little treat below on our amazon wishlist! π€
https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/KXOQ6BR0MG9W?ref_=wl_share
Please note that Cass and her four kittens are not yet available for adoption, so you can keep an eye on our page for updates in the coming weeks if interested π
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Be the voice our cat companions need! π¬ If you know your way around social media, you can improve the lives of cats in North Antrim and Glens by becoming a social media volunteer with us. Your time and skills truly make a difference. π
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Parasites! πππ€’
Some young kittens have entered our care - from only 1 kitten, over 20 nasty little ticks were removed! These are only some of the nasty little things, plus the hundreds of eggs you can see here! We feel itchy just thinking about it π¬ but they are now parasite free and safe! π
Do you know how to protect your cat from pesky parasites, before the summer arrives and they are at peak activity? π
It's really important to remember to regularly treat your cats for parasites - the easiest way being a flea & worm combination spot on applied to the back of their neck. Summer may be a peak time, but our lovely heated homes make them a pest all year-round!
You should only source this from a vets, as store bought options may be less effective. You should always consult your vet if worried about them having parasites of any kind, for tailored advice as treatment can vary! Some spot ons may not cover certain things, or some (like lice) may be very hardy and require a treatment schedule, or (like fleas) require additional actions within your home to treat.
You can find more information about cat parasites by downloading the Cats Protection essential guide below β¬οΈ
https://tinyurl.com/3sw8zwj6
It's Greg Davies, and Little Alex Horneeee! π₯³
Greg Davies (est 1yr old), you magnificent beast! β€οΈ Greg in short is a confident, affectionate and very playful boy! He's a cleaner (though not of crime scenes!), as this handsy (but very gentle) boy loves to grasp and groom your hands! He loves his little bonded charge Alex (est 4-5 months old), and they would be lost without each other (really, if Greg is out of Alex's sight he begins to cry for him! π₯Ί), so they are seeking a loving home together! We wouldn't leave Greg a 'man down!' π₯°π OK we'll stop with the references... Maybe. Alex always looks up to and follows Greg's lead, and he too is an affectionate and playful kitten who loves a good fuss. Greg with his cardboard puzzle 'tasks' prefers, as you can see in the video, a brute force method... and lets Alex have the treats first π₯°
We have a more detailed description of their fantastic personalities on our website - all the details are in the task! Your time starts - now! βππ#taskmasteruk
https://www.cats.org.uk/ballymena/adopt-a-cat
How lovely is Tabitha (8 months old, FIV+) ππ₯Ί
Such a sweet little lovebug π Tabitha is not yet up for adoption, but we thought we'd let her say hello as she makes such cute videos π and she'd like to educate you on FIV (Feline Immunodeficiency Virus) and the importance of neutering to prevent it! π
This poor girl unfortunately has obtained FIV from some roaming tomcat - it's really important (especially in Northern Ireland where these viruses are far from rare) to neuter your cats - as intact cats are much more likely to roam and fight, thus contracting and spreading FIV and FeLV (Feline Leukaemia) viruses πThankfully we were able to catch the issue early this time, and only little Tabitha had contracted FIV. With indoor only living and proper care (and proper snuggles!) FIV cats can live long, healthy and happy lives π
You can find out more about FIV in cats here π https://www.cats.org.uk/help-and-advice/health/fiv-in-cats#care
And if you own an intact cat, there is financial assistance available to neuter and chip your cat for only Β£10 if on benefits, pension or in a low income household! β¬οΈ
https://www.cats.org.uk/what-we-do/neutering/financial-assistance
Lapcat Ash (1yr old) is seeking his forever home π‘π
Ash is an affectionate boy, who loves company and a good fuss - loves to lounge on your lap for a good cuddle session, he's a very easy going big man. He is starting to show his playful side now too! but is usually more interested in the fuss. Ash is quite a confident boy once he's settled in. He's a very cat social boy, who has lived with other cats for some time now. He doesn't like dogs, however! As he had some poor experiences while straying in the past. He would be great with children, and would prefer to have safe low traffic outdoor access once settled into a home.
If you could provide Ash with loving forever home, please submit an application form using the 'contact us about a cat' button on our website below β¬οΈπ»
https://www.cats.org.uk/ballymena/adopt-a-cat
Phew, what a week! πͺπ±
When we are quiet on social media, we're actually at our busiest! This week our trap neuter return volunteers managed to help 26 cats! ππ₯
These were just some of them π₯³ Now neutered, parasite treated, vaccinated, health checked and treated for some additional injuries, they return to live healthier, happier lives unburdened by unwanted kittens! From our efforts, we have also welcomed a new super cuddly FIV positive sweetheart into our care who was among them π₯°
We would like to make a really heartfelt appeal to PLEASE, if you own a cat that is not yet neutered, please heed our warning and do so now! β οΈπ Financial assistance is available across the UK to those on benefits or low income, so it costs only Β£10! π https://www.cats.org.uk/what-we-do/neutering/financial-assistance
Intact cats will β¬οΈ
π Become lost due to roaming
π Fight - contracting and spreading feline diseases like FIV & FeLV
π Produce 18+ kittens every year, from as early as 4 months old
π Breed with their family members! π΅ They don't care!
π Produce kittens with a high mortality rate
π Create a feral cat problem, as kittens born outside with no human interaction will be 'wild'. We have a very very high demand for TNR, with few volunteers and a long waiting list so please stop the feral problems before they start!
If you would be interested in joining us as a Trap Neuter Return volunteer, to be truly on the front lines of rescue, you can find out more about becoming a volunteer here! π https://www.cats.org.uk/ballymena/trap-neuter-return-tnr-volunteer-page
Bimini (est 1yr old) is still awaiting her loving forever home! π‘β€οΈ
Bimi lost a limb, but it certainly hasn't slowed her down! She's a very affectionate, loving girl who is very chill and loves a good nap, but has a playful streak! π€ She's a really lovely wee character seeking an indoor only home, as an only cat.
See below to learn more about her, and to apply π€β¬οΈ
https://www.cats.org.uk/ballymena/adopt-a-cat
Happy New Year ππ±π₯
We hope you are all enjoying new years celebrations, and getting ready for 2024 - let's make it bigger and better than before! π€©
We've had a lot of new changes this year - change of name to North Antrim and Glens just the start! π± We've welcomed new volunteer faces to our branch (hopefully lots more next year!), and have lots of improvements planned for the future. Thank you to all our volunteers for everything you've done, and all our followers for your encouragement and support!
Thanks to everyone who has recently been so kind to donate to our amazon wishlist! β€οΈ There's been quite a lot recently to name everyone, thanks to all your Christmas time generosity! π But rest assured everyone left in our care over Christmas will be enjoying all the toys, food and blankets! ππ» Like Chase and Skye here loving their donated Whiskas!
Chase and Skye (5 months old) seem likely to be with us over the holidays - unless there's a loving quiet, experienced home out there! It's the very last chances to apply for adoption this year!: π
https://www.cats.org.uk/ballymena/adopt-a-cat
Can we get beautiful Bimini (est 1yr old) a #homefortheholidays? π₯°π±π
Bimi is hands down one of the loveliest ladies her foster volunteer has had the pleasure of caring for! This snuggly girl only craves one thing - cuddles!! π€
Bimi always greats you at the door with purrs. She is a gentle soul who loves nothing more than pets, head rubs, chin scratches and all the attention! She'll jump up to give head rubs and you'll find she's keen on giving plenty of nose boops and kisses π Bimi loves to snuggle up beside you or on your lap - she'll be the perfect leg warmer in this cold weather!
Bimi would love a quiet home where she'd be the only pet - all the more attention for her! π₯° She would make the perfect cat for anyone looking a cuddly lap companion. She's a very low maintenance lady who spends her days snoozing and entertaining herself with her toys πΈ She would be fine living with older or cat sensible children, and suitable as an indoor cat or could have safe, low traffic outdoor access.
Interested? π± Apply via our website below! β¬οΈ
https://www.cats.org.uk/ballymena/adopt-a-cat/
Winnie is still one of our crew seeking her forever #homefortheholidays! β€οΈπ‘
Winnie was found alongside a number of abandoned cats we helped, but it became apparent very quickly she was a very sweet little girl! π₯°
Winnie is seeking a chill home environment, who can see the love she can give! but understand she's been betrayed by people before, so just needs a little time to show it π₯Ί
Winnie's foster mum has gained her trust, and as you can see she really can't get enough of the love! π₯Ί Winnie is a really sweet, affectionate girl who has finally learned what toys are with the help of her mummy.
We'd love to see her in a loving home for the Holidays π
You can read more about Winnie and how to apply at our website below β¬οΈ
https://www.cats.org.uk/ballymena/adopt-a-cat
Thank you so much to Jennifer M for all the gifts from our amazon wishlist! β€οΈπ
Turkey, Stuffing, Cranberry and Brie (5 months old, who are all up for adoption at the moment!) are having such fun with the silvervine chew sticks! π Stuffing's tactic of rolling... Not very effective π Wait till they get their paws on the spring toys, the zoomies will be magnificent! πΎ
Anyone else who'd like to treat some of our lovely crew to some Christmas gifts can do so at the link below (or better yet, if you could give them a forever #homefortheholidays even better!) β¬οΈ
https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/KXOQ6BR0MG9W?ref_=wl_share
Or find out more about them and adoption below!: πhttps://www.cats.org.uk/ballymena/adopt-a-cat
π
Now Open - Our Christmas Shop! π
The exciting time of year is upon us! Christmas lights are up, mince pies are on the shelves and we're all looking forward to the best part - presents ππ
Why not help our local North Antrim and Glens cats this Christmas at the same time, by giving a cat calendar gift or some lovely Christmas cards to your friends and family? π¨βπ©βπ¦π±
You can place orders via PM/email to [email protected] (Β£2 postage charge), or purchased locally from The Mill Veterinary Clinic (Broughshane), Ballymena Pet Vet (Harryville) or Ballymena Business Equipment.
Discount available for purchase of multiple items, please enquire for more details π€
The lovely Beatrix has been reserved for her loving home now π‘π but her sister Skye, and brothers Chase & Marshall are all still eagerly awaiting their chance! ππ We'd love to see them in loving homes to celebrate their first Christmas! ππ
These kittens are looking for quieter homes - they are all lovely, playful and fantastic personalities that just need a loving hooman who'll give them some time to settle in! They can, as you see, be easily won over by the all powerful lick-e-lix πβ€οΈ
See more about their individual personalities and to apply on our website below β¬οΈ
https://www.cats.org.uk/ballymena/adopt-a-cat
Remember, we deliver our adopted cats home anywhere in Northern Ireland included in our adoption fee - so distance has no influence on your application π€
Information on our adoption process can be found here π
https://www.cats.org.uk/ballymena/hands-free-homing-page
We've had some new faces added to our website for adoption this week, but these two little faces are still waiting on their loving forever homes! πβ€οΈ
Now est 16 weeks old, Juniper (Junni, or June Bug) and Hawthorne are still eagerly awaiting their forever families (together or separately). Hawthorne is an absolute sweetheart lovebug without a bad bone in his body. Junni is a little on the shy side initially, but loves a good fuss!
See our website below for more information on the new faces, or Junni and Hawthorne, and find out how to apply β¬οΈ
https://www.cats.org.uk/ballymena/adopt-a-cat
Transport Volunteers needed!
We need you help! Transport Volunteers needed! ππ
If you love cats, have a little time to spare and a full, clean driving license then we need your help!
We are in need of transport volunteers in the North Antrim and Glens area. You may be transporting equipment, supplies or our furry friends themselves! Whatever it is you are transporting for us in your spare time, it will help our local cats and kittens in need π±
Depending on your area, charity vehicles may be available for transporting. Access to your own vehicle would be needed, but we provide mileage expenses to cover your own vehicles use - so transporting for us should not cost you anything, and is in your own spare time. So this is a very flexible role!
If interested in joining us in this role, or another role, please email us at [email protected] for a chat.
https://www.cats.org.uk/ballymena/volunteering
