19/11/2024
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It's too wet and cold for them. ❄️
Now more than ever, we're urging the public to do everything they can for the homeless cats in their neighbourhoods.
With rescue shelters bursting at the seams and no room to help every stray cat we are asked to help, it's really time for locals to help take care of the cats in their communities.
🐾 Here's how you can help
❄️ Provide shelter - Build a warm, dry, and insulated shelter for the cat. The shelter should be the right size to accommodate the cat while still trapping heat. Line the shelter with straw (not hay). Avoid using towels or blankets, as they can absorb moisture and cats can freeze. Plastic shelters are easier to clean than wooden ones.
❄️ Provide food and water -
Provide dry kibble and fresh drinking water ensuring the water doesn't freeze.
❄️ Bring the cat inside -
If you can, bring them in! Even if it's a spare bedroom or cloakroom.
❄️ Identification -
Door knock. Ask neighbours if they recognise the cat.
Scan for a microchip
Paper collar
Advertise on social media sites and the national lost and found databases.
❄️ If an owned cat has been kicked out. This is against the law and you must report to the RSPCA.
❄️ If a cat is sick or injured, PLEASE take them to a vet. Don't wait for someone else to do it if you can.
❄️ Contact all local shelters and get them onto waiting lists for rescue space.
❄️ We can loan equipment for trapping and scanning in local areas.
♥️ While the country is experiencing an unprecedented cat crisis, we are relying on public help and support more than ever.
♥️ Thank you for helping us to Save a Stray.