Scratched Up Cat Rescue

16/01/2025

Banking Details
Scratched Up Cat Rescue
Standard Bank
Acc: 1020 1687 966
Branch Code 051001
Registration: 267-264 NPO
[email protected]

11/01/2025

Rise and Shine Little Ones! Time to enjoy the Sunshine

09/01/2025

First Sterilization Day for 2205!
We would like to Thank the pet Owners that brought their fabulous felines for Sterilization! You are all Paw-some! Let's keep it up, spread the word!

09/01/2025

We changed 402 feline lives in 2024 which was made possible with the support of - Feral Cat Projects
We are forever thankful and hope we can double that amount this year!

07/01/2025

A Clean Litter Tray keeps your Kitty Happy and Healthy!

A dirty litter box can cause a variety of health problems for your cat, including bladder infections, kidney infections, bladder stones, and urinary tract infections.

Cleaning the litter box includes using pet safe disinfectant whilst washing your trays with hot water. Placing them in the sun to dry helps kill any remaining germs.

Regular cleaning prevents the buildup of waste and odor stuck to the bottom of the tray.

A clean litter box encourages your cat to use the litter tray consistently, which can reduce the risk of accidents in other areas of your home.

How often you need to clean the litter box depends on the type of litter and the number of cats in your household. You may need to change the litter more frequently if you have multiple cats.

03/01/2025

And so the Year Begins..... People don't understand and we try so hard to educate everyone. This is well explained by Stray Cat Projects, a must read!

03/01/2025

📚 Our BACK TO BASICS SERIES: feral vs. stray
What's the difference between a feral cat and a stray cat? 🤔

👉 A FERAL cat is an outdoor cat that is not socialized with people. These cats are fearful and want nothing to do with humans. They are not suited to be indoor pets and are considered unadoptable. There are varying degrees of feral, so "once a feral, always a feral" is not the rule. Some ferals can be socialized over time; it depends on the cat and the person working with the animal.

👉 A STRAY cat is a cat that lives outdoors and has been socialized to some degree with humans. This cat may have once had an indoor home but now finds itself outside, perhaps abandoned or lost. Or, it could be a cat born outside with a feeder whom it trusts. Strays are more open to relationships with humans whereas ferals are not. When one describes a cat as a stray, it is implied that the cat is friendly to some degree.

💡 "Community cat" is an all-encompassing term to include all unowned outdoor cats, regardless of whether they are stray or feral.

Knowing whether a cat is feral or stray is important as the answer will determine your course of action. All cats should be spayed or neutered. A feral cat should go through the TNR process whereas a stray cat might go into foster care after vetting in search of an indoor forever home. Generally, strays are candidates for adoption; ferals are generally not.

👉How can you tell if a cat is feral or stray?
➡ A feral cat won't come close. A stray will come close and might let you pet it.
➡A feral will assume a crouched, tense body position and not make eye contact. A stray will act more like a house cat: standing, tail up, making eye contact.
➡A feral will not make a sound. A stray might purr or meow.
➡Ferals are more active at night. Strays are active during the day.
➡Ferals tend to be well-groomed; strays might be disheveled.
➡When trapped, ferals move to the back of the trap. Strays come to the front.
➡A scared feral will lash out; a scared stray may simply hiss.
➡A feral won't recognize or play with a toy. A stray probably will.

Original content provided by Stray Cat Project.

01/01/2025

Dear Supporters,

As we watch the sun rise on this beautiful day of 2025 we thank each and every one that stood us by in 2024!
We look forward to sharing another year of adventures with everyone and welcome all that want to help!

Wishing all a prosperous New Year!

25/12/2024

Merry Christmas to everyone!
Geseende Kersfees aan Almal!

10/10/2024

SMILE TOMORROW IS FRIDAY!

04/10/2024

Happy World Animal Day - 4 October 2024
Our actions today will determine their future tomorrow! Let's Celebrate, respect and care for every Animal on this planet.

25/09/2024

Our newest arrivals!
Sanette from FAW Kraaifontein Industrial gave us a call. She couldn't believe it herself but between all the truck parts in an closed storeroom tiny meows had been heard by the Mechanic's. They called her to come investigate and what do you know, she found these three tiny "parts" in a box only a day old. A trap has been set for mommy and we hope she will go look for them as No kitten should be without their mommy when they are this small.
So please everyone hold thumbs and let's get mommy reunited with her babies by tomorrow.
Thank you Sanette for always being willing to help trap and rescue even if it ended up right on your own doorstep. You are these little newborns guardian angel!

25/09/2024

Heritage Day Happy Ending!
As the sun starts to set on this years heritage day we release 4 ferals back to their colony. The final four of the 20 trapped and sterilized. Thank you Feral Cat Project Cape Town for going that extra mile and opening your doors to doing sterilizations on this public holiday. We appreciate you!

25/09/2024

Thank you Monlee and Graham For this generous Donation!😻🙏

Once every month, you should treat your pet for fleas, and every two to three months, or even more frequently, for worms. Depending on your pet's lifestyle, talk to your vet about the best course of action.

The flea treatment products you use should be recommended by your vet and suited to your dog’s breed, size and weight.

24/09/2024

Enjoy Braai Day Everyone!

24/09/2024

09/09/2024

The shock on your cat's face when they realize the weekend is over!