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http://www.cats.org.uk/ferndown

Dorset Cat Centre, 51 Cobham Road, Ferndown Industrial Estate, Wimborne (2026)

04/01/2026

Meet Hattie & Flapjack! 😻❤️

This lovely mum-and-kitten duo are looking for a forever home together. Hattie is a caring mum and Flapjack is an enthusiastic youngster — full of curiosity, playfulness and always up for a cuddle and company. 🐾🎾😸

A little about Flapjack: he was born with a condition called flat kitten syndrome. This means his chest bone and rib cartilage didn’t form quite as expected, but the good news is that in many cases (like Flapjack so far) this becomes less obvious as the kitten grows and can even become unnoticeable in adulthood. He’s lively, keen to learn, and loves being fussed — a total little charmer! 💙✨

Why they’d make a perfect pair:
- Hattie provides calm, reassuring company for Flapjack 🐱🤱
- Flapjack brings playful energy and lots of kitten antics 🐾🎉
- They offer each other comfort and confidence — and will bring double the love to your home! 🏡💕

Could you offer Hattie & Flapjack a loving home together? Visit their adoption page to learn more and apply: https://www.cats.org.uk/adopt-a-cat/find-a-cat?id=57499&isBranchCat=1

Or call us on 0300 012 0175 to find out more and arrange a visit. ☎️📅

Please share to help find this beautiful pair the home they deserve! 🙏💞

02/01/2026

🐾🏃‍♂️ New year, new goals – and a purr-fect reason to get moving! 🏃‍♀️🐾

Why not turn your New Year’s resolutions into something amazing for cats in need by signing up to a running challenge for Cats Protection this year? 💙
It’s a brilliant way to get fit, meet like-minded people, and raise vital funds to help cats and kittens find loving homes.

For our local supporters, Run Bournemouth is a fantastic option and very close to home 🌊👇
👉 www.cats.org.uk/runbournemouth

You can also explore all the running challenge events available here:
👉 www.cats.org.uk/support-us/events/challenge-events/running-events

Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just starting out, every step you take can help change a cat’s life. 🐱✨
Who’s up for the challenge? 💪😺

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from Lily & Bear! 🎉🐾

Looking to start 2026 with extra love and purrs? Meet Lily & Bear — a bonded pair who simply adore each other and are ready to find a forever home together. 💕🏡

About them:
- Bear is the confident sweetheart — first to greet you at the pen door, loves being stroked, sitting on laps, playing (especially with a fishing rod toy) and being groomed. He’s affectionate but knows when to take a break. 🧸🎣
- Lily is a little shy at first, but her playful, confident side soon comes out. She enjoys gentle human contact and interactive play. 🌸✨
- They’re inseparable: Bear often washes Lily and they love sleeping together on their shelf. A true bonded duo who must be rehomed together. 😻😽

If your New Year’s resolution is to give two cats a loving home, Lily & Bear could be the perfect pair! 🎊🐱🐱

Adopt them: https://www.cats.org.uk/adopt-a-cat/find-a-cat?id=57359&isBranchCat=1
Or call us on 0300 012 0175 📞

Please share to help Lily & Bear find their forever home! 🙏💛

01/01/2026

🕛🎉 Happy New Year! From Everyone at Cats Protection Dorset 🎉🕛

A huge thank you to all our amazing supporters in 2025! 💛 Whether you’ve helped by fundraising, adopting, or simply spreading the word, we are so grateful for your kindness and generosity.

We’re incredibly proud of what we’ve achieved, and we couldn’t have done it without our dedicated volunteers, hardworking team, and our amazing supporters. Your time, care, and generosity make everything we do possible. Thank you.

🐾 Here’s what you helped us achieve in 2025:
🐱 548 cats helped—from strays to loving forever homes!
🏥 621 veterinary procedures completed—including neutering, dentals, microchipping, and vaccinations.

As we step into 2026, we’re excited to continue our mission of helping cats in need—and we can’t do it without you.

💛 Can you help us make 2026 even better?
Support our work and help more cats and kittens in the Dorset area by donating today: cats.org.uk/donate?b=392

Together, let’s make this year purr-fect for even more cats! 🐾

31/12/2025

🎆 New Year’s Eve Fireworks & Cat Safety 🐾

With fireworks expected this New Year’s Eve, it’s important to help keep our cats feeling safe and calm. Loud bangs and flashing lights can be very frightening for them, but a few simple steps can make a big difference.

Five top tips to help your cat stay calm during fireworks season:
🐱 Keep your cat indoors after dark – this reduces the risk of them being spooked and running off.
📦 Create a safe space – a cardboard box lined with blankets works perfectly. Cats often feel safer higher up, so place it on a sturdy shelf if you can.
📺 Play background noise – keeping the TV or radio on can help mask sudden bangs. Avoid programmes with loud or unexpected noises.
🌿 Use a pheromone plug-in – products like Feliway can help create a calming environment. Ideally, start using it a couple of weeks before fireworks.
❤️ Stay calm yourself – if your cat wants reassurance, they’ll come to you. Try not to over-fuss or constantly check on them if they prefer their safe space.

Let’s make sure New Year celebrations are as stress-free as possible for our feline friends 🐾✨

31/12/2025

🎉🐾 Meet Tyskie — let’s help her start the New Year in her forever home! 🏡💖

Tyskie is a gentle, affectionate mature lady with the softest, musical purr that will melt your heart 🎶🥰. She’s a true people-lover and happiest snuggled on a warm lap or being brushed — she absolutely adores attention and will happily serenade you with a cheerful little meow to share her “news” 📣😺.

A few important things to know about Tyskie:
- Loves people and lap time ❤️🛋️
- Polite and playful — brings charm to playtime 🎾✨
- Silky fur that loves a good brush 🪥💛
- Currently a little overweight, so she’ll need an adopter who can continue her diet and help her stay healthy 🥗🐱
- Best suited to a calm, pet-free home where she can be the centre of attention 🌿🏠

Let’s find Tyskie a loving home for the New Year — could that be with you? 🎆💫

Find out more or apply to adopt: https://www.cats.org.uk/adopt-a-cat/find-a-cat?id=35010&isBranchCat=1
Or call us on 0300 012 0175 📞

Please share to help Tyskie ring in 2026 with a forever family! 🙏🐱💕

30/12/2025

🎆 New Year’s Eve Fireworks & Cat Safety 🐾

With fireworks expected this New Year’s Eve, it’s important to help keep our cats feeling safe and calm. Loud bangs and flashing lights can be very frightening for them, but a few simple steps can make a big difference.

Five top tips to help your cat stay calm during fireworks season:

🐱 Keep your cat indoors after dark – this reduces the risk of them being spooked and running off.

📦 Create a safe space – a cardboard box lined with blankets works perfectly. Cats often feel safer higher up, so place it on a sturdy shelf if you can.

📺 Play background noise – keeping the TV or radio on can help mask sudden bangs. Avoid programmes with loud or unexpected noises.

🌿 Use a pheromone plug-in – products like Feliway can help create a calming environment. Ideally, start using it a couple of weeks before fireworks.

❤️ Stay calm yourself – if your cat wants reassurance, they’ll come to you. Try not to over-fuss or constantly check on them if they prefer their safe space.

For more advice on keeping cats safe during fireworks, visit Cats Protection:
👉 https://www.cats.org.uk/help-and-advice/home-and-environment/fireworks

Let’s make sure New Year celebrations are as stress-free as possible for our feline friends 🐾✨

30/12/2025

Meet Lady Jane! 👑🐾

Lady Jane came into our care after an urgent request from the RSPCA. This brave girl has already had six litters in her young life, but she's now been neutered and is ready to start learning what a peaceful, loving life feels like. 💕🏡

She’s a sweet-natured girl who enjoys a quiet life, so she’d be best suited to a calm household who can offer patience, gentle TLC and lots of cuddles. 🥰 She sometimes has a slightly watery eye and appreciates a little wipe now and then — quick care that means the world to her. 🧴✨

Lady Jane truly deserves a fresh start — let’s find her a loving home for the new year. Could that be with you? ❤️

Adopt Lady Jane: https://www.cats.org.uk/adopt-a-cat/find-a-cat?id=57333&isBranchCat=1
Or call us on 0300 012 0175 📞

Please share to help Lady Jane find her forever home! 🙏🔁🐱

29/12/2025

Meet Rascal 🐾💙

Rascal is a quiet, gentle boy who really doesn’t live up to his mischievous name! 😺 He’s currently a shy chap who prefers to stay tucked away in his warm cosy bed, but with a little patience he’ll enjoy a gentle cheek tickle and has shown interest in playtime 🎾✨.

In his previous home Rascal was confident and affectionate, often happy to sit on a lap — he just isn’t thriving in the cattery environment right now. He does have a low-grade heart murmur, but this doesn’t require any treatment ❤️‍🩹. What he needs is a patient, loving owner who will give him time to settle and feel safe again.

Can you help Rascal start the new year with a new home? 🎉🏡

Find out more and apply to adopt: https://www.cats.org.uk/adopt-a-cat/find-a-cat?id=57335&isBranchCat=1
Or call us on 0300 012 0175 ☎️

Please share to help Rascal find his forever lap! 🙏🐱💛

29/12/2025

❄️ Cats & Cold Weather Safety 🐾

As the weather gets colder, it’s important to make sure our cats stay safe, warm and comfortable. Even cats who love the outdoors can struggle in winter conditions, so here are our top tips to help protect them during cold weather:

🐱 Provide shelter and indoor access
Some cats will still want to venture outside, even in winter. If they do, make sure they have a waterproof, sturdy outdoor shelter and free access back indoors at all times.

🚪 Check cat flaps regularly
Snow, ice or freezing rain can cause cat flaps to become blocked or stuck. Check them daily to ensure your cat can get in and out easily.

💧 Fresh water is essential
Always provide plenty of fresh water indoors, as outdoor water sources can freeze.

🌙 Bring cats inside at night
Make sure your cat comes indoors overnight. Once inside, lock the cat flap and provide warm, comfortable and safe sleeping spots.

🏠 Check sheds and garages
Regularly check sheds, garages and outhouses to ensure your cat hasn’t been accidentally locked inside while seeking warmth.

📍 Microchip and update details
Ensure your cat is microchipped and that contact details are up to date. If they wander off looking for a warm place, they can be quickly reunited with you.

🌨 Extreme weather precautions
If very cold or severe weather is forecast and your cat is happy indoors, keep them inside to reduce the risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Keep them entertained with toys, games and puzzle feeders.

For more advice on keeping cats safe during cold weather, visit Cats Protection:
👉 https://www.cats.org.uk/help-and-advice/home-and-environment/cats-and-cold-weather

Let’s help our feline friends stay warm and cosy this winter 🐾💙

29/12/2025

🐾 A huge thank you to our wonderful supporter, Robin! 🐾

Robin popped in today with an absolutely massive donation for the cats in our care, and we are so incredibly grateful. 💙

There’s lots of food, cat litter, and toys – all essential items that help us look after our cats every single day. Donations like this make such a difference and truly mean the world to us (and to the cats!).

Thank you, Robin, for your kindness and generosity. 🐱✨

28/12/2025

Meet Yoda! 🐾💚

Yoda is a gentle, affectionate little gentleman who loves a good fuss once he knows you. He’ll happily lean in for head rubs and adores spending quiet moments with his favourite people. 🥰🐱✨

Calm and steady by nature, Yoda thrives on a predictable routine and would be happiest in a peaceful home where he can take his time to settle. He came to us with little known about his past but, after neutering and plenty of TLC, he’s settled beautifully and is ready to start the next chapter of his life. 🏡💫

Could you be the patient, loving home Yoda needs for the new year? 🎉💛

Find out more and apply to adopt here: https://www.cats.org.uk/adopt-a-cat/find-a-cat?id=56407&isBranchCat=1
Or call us on 0300 012 0175 ☎️

Please share to help Yoda find his perfect match! 🙏❤️🐾

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