Stranraer & District Cats Protection branch

07/10/2025

A bit of warmth

Thank you to everyone who responded to our request for outdoor shelter houses, for some cats, who's circumstances changed, leaving them without their normal shelter.

We spent the weekend getting them collected and then on site.
All the cats seemed pleased to see us, if a little timid. After giving them a much needed feed, we located areas for the houses and some warmer beds.

We think there are five cats belonging to this property. Sadly the owner had to go into care and the cats remain on site.
These cats have enjoyed outbuildings and access to a home if they wanted it. Some are more sociable than others. They have all been used to a quiet, rural life with one owner.

We will continue to feed and monitor these cats. Some may be suitable to come into care, some may need us to appeal for homes directly from site to another similar situation.
Some of the cats are bonded and need to stay together. We would be looking for them to go to new situations in pairs.

Food donations
Any food donations to support us with this small group would be much appreciated. There is a donation bin at Sainsbury's, The Pet Shop(Stranraer), we can also collect.
We are also supporting a larger colony of cats next door to this group. So food and outdoor shelters will always be welcomed.

Photos show some of the houses and beds, feeding time and some of the cats.

03/10/2025

Seeking old rabbit hutches or wooden houses

UPDATE- we have had two rabbit houses offered today, which is fantastic, thank you so much to the kind folk offering. We would love to add a couple more, offering each cat it's own space, if anyone else has an old hutch they no longer need.

We are trying to offer a small colony of cats some shelter for winter. Their circumstances have changed, leaving them with less shelter than they've been used to.

If you have an old rabbit hutch or outdoor cat house you no longer need, we'd appreciate any donations. Preferably a wooden or hard material to give durability and warmth.

PM us or
Email [email protected]

02/10/2025

Willow or not Willow

UPDATE- Willow has been found and is now safely home.
We are still seeking an owner or information about the dark tortoiseshell cat.

We have had a lot of response from members of the public, concerned that the cat we took into care last night was Willow, a black cat that has been missing for a month, from McCormack Gardens, Stranraer. .

The cat posted as found, is with no doubt a dark tortoiseshell cat. Willow is a solid black cat.

We have attached more photos to put people's minds at rest that we strongly believe these two cats are not the same.
The first photo is taken with better light highlighting her true markings, second last night, but clearly showing a ginger diamond on the forehead and chest, pink beans and light mottled patches up the inside of the front leg. There are distinctive ginger and mottled patches, which would not occur with sun bleaching. She is a tortoiseshell cat.

The third photo is Willow, we see no signs at all of any hint of tortoiseshell markings.

We will continue to communicate with Willow's owner in an attempt to help locate her cat.

Can we remind cat owners why this is a perfect example of why micro chipping is so important. Especially so, for black cats who can be very difficult to tell apart.

01/10/2025

MISSING FOR THE LAST MONTH

UPDATE- Willow was found a few streets from home and is now safely back with her family. Great news for her worried owner.

This is Willow and she has been missing from her home on McCormack Gardens, Stranraer for the last month.
She has always been a house cat and it is thought she fell or escaped from a second floor flat. She was not used to being outdoors.
Willow is a female cat, not neutered and is all black.

If you think you have seen her please get in touch with an exact location and time. A photo of any cats spotted may help identify if it's Willow.

Email [email protected]
Phone 03453712759
PM this page

01/10/2025

LOST or DUMPED????

Now wouldn't life just be so much easier had this cat been micro chipped when we went to check her?
No such luck!!
This female, dark tortoiseshell cat, was found up near Spoutwell Farm, in Stranraer. She had been noticed, not moving from under a bush, from last Thursday through to Sunday. A worried member of the public took her in, hoping we could take her.
We really couldn't as we are soooo full.
An emergency space was found, it's not ideal and only short term, until we can transport her to something better.

She is very human friendly but is very reluctant to go outside, this stresses her. We are wondering if she could have been a house cat, who's got out? She is also very, very thin, suggesting she's not been getting regular food for some time.

So we are appealing for an owner.
She's female, dark tortoiseshell, very long tail, slight oriental shape to her, slight and thought to be quite young. She could be from 1-4 years of age.
If you have a cat like this and it's been missing for a week, do get in touch. Proof of ownership will be needed.
There may be a vet bill to pay.

Email [email protected]
Phone 03453712759

30/09/2025

It's the 1st of October and you know what that means? It's Halloween month! 🦇🎃

Why not make your Halloween extra memorable this year by hosting a fundraiser for Cats Protection. Do you usually host the best costume party in town? Why not incorporate some fun fundraising games into the mix to raise money for our black cats who are so often overlooked 🐈‍⬛

Or maybe you're more into sipping wine and carving pumpkins with some spooky music playing. Why not make it a competition and everyone puts a donation in for Cats Protection! Get in the spooky spirit today by signing up here www.cats.org.uk/fundraiseforsouthscotland

29/09/2025

This is why we really don't like collars on cats. This does happen.
If you must use a collar, please make sure it is a safety release collar and NOT a buckle type collar.

This poor girl managed to slip her front leg through her collar, which began cutting into her flesh and caused a deep, painful wound.

Wounds in the armpit area are serious and complicated, and she now faces a long road to recovery before she's ready to find a new home.

If your cat wears a collar, avoid buckle-type fastenings and instead choose a quick release collar to avoid these types of injuries.

Join us in sending this little one heartfelt wishes for a smooth recovery ❤️‍🩹

29/09/2025

STILL MISSING
Duke has been missing from his home in Bowling Green Road for several weeks.
He is a tabby cat, not neutered.

There have been several hopeful sightings of him, but he still remains missing.
The last possible sightings of him was today near the BT yard and down to Broomfield Gardens.
There have also been other possible sightings in the McCulloch Drive area.

If you think you have seen him, please contact the following number, by message or text, with an exact location and time of sighting
07442141817

28/09/2025

Want to be there for cats, but not sure how? 😼

Join the team as a fundraising volunteer! We have various volunteer roles so there’s bound to be one to suit you.

Whether it’s helping online, looking after collecting tins or helping with events, there’s something for everyone. No matter how much or how little time you can spare, you can help us be there for cats. 💻🖱🪣💰📈🐈‍⬛

Want to know more? ❤ Click to apply today:

https://www.cats.org.uk/support-us/volunteeropportunities?id=12567

or contact [email protected] for more information

25/09/2025

Love talking to people about cats? 😻

Harness that passion and join our events team to raise funds to help cats in the Stranraer and district area. Have fun, make friends all the while being there for cats. Whether you can plan and organise events or just help for a couple of hours on the day, every little bit helps cats in your local area. 🐈

Ready to join the team? ❤ Click to apply today:

Events Organiser - https://www.cats.org.uk/support-us/volunteeropportunities?id=12569
Events Helper - https://www.cats.org.uk/support-us/volunteeropportunities?id=12568

or contact [email protected] for more information.

19/09/2025

👀New Volunteer Opportunity! 👀

Do you want to do your bit to help local cats? 🐈

We’re looking for a Volunteer (or two) to manage our fundraising activity and community engagement!

🐾Research and coordinate a range of fundraising activities
🐾Be part of the committee and make a difference
🐾Join a team of passionate people championing the welfare of cats!

Ready to join the team? ❤ Check out the link below to get more info or to apply:

https://www.cats.org.uk/support-us/volunteeropportunities?id=12566

Or contact the North East, Yorkshire and Scotland Fundraising Hub on [email protected] for more information

19/09/2025

Duke is still missing from Bowling Green Road. Please check all sheds and garages nearby just in case he is stuck inside somewhere. A cat very like Duke has been seen in McCulloch Gardens/John Simpson Drive so he could have travelled too.

Any sightings please contact Cats protection phone 03453712759 or email [email protected],uk

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