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Karen's Cat Community - Animal Rescue and Sanctuary Karen's Cat Community is a small cat sanctuary and rescue service in the heart of Wales. We will also offer help and advise on cat care should people need it.
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Helping to rescue and re home stray cats in Rhayader, Llandrindod Wells and surrounding areas. We are a family who do this in our spare time as we realised, after moving to Mid Wales, there was a shortage of cat rescues. We have helped in situations such as controlling feral farm colonies by spaying and neutering adult cats and re homing the kittens, re homing abandoned cats, left behind when thei

r owners move on, re homing cats whose owners have passed away and re homing kittens or cats which have been dumped (literally). We have 14 rescue cats of our own and two rescue dogs so we are very experienced in cat care. We are not here to judge, tread on anyone's toes or to make money, simply to help as animals are our passion. We flea, worm and generally care for these cats out of our own pocket but rely on donations from friends and family for more expensive vet bills. We spay and neuter all our cats and all rescue cats. If cats are in our care for a while and need to be socialised to improve their chance of re homing, all cats will be tested for FIV and FeLV. Adoptions will be subject to a home visit and we now charge an adoption fee but merely to cover some of our costs. The adoption fee will be in the form of a donation and will go towards other rescue cats in our care or vet bills. We try hard to match the right cat to the right family as we feel it is extremely important for these cats to find a stable forever home after what they have been through already. We are grateful for any and all donations even in the form of beds, food, scratch posts, toys,etc. In the past, we have had people who show an interest in a particular cat but who can not adopt at the moment, sponsor that cat and pay for their food, toys, etc. This is very helpful for us at the moment due to limited funds. Thank you.

✨ Rehoming cats with FIV/FeLV – yes, it can be done! ✨Earlier this year we had Brutus in our care 💙. He was classed as a...
29/08/2025

✨ Rehoming cats with FIV/FeLV – yes, it can be done! ✨

Earlier this year we had Brutus in our care 💙. He was classed as a sanctuary cat, and we knew it might take a while to find him the right home. Thanks to the amazing Maddie, who first rescued him, and Newtown Powys Animal Welfare, who neutered him, Brutus was saved from a life on the streets where he was at constant risk – spreading FIV and catching illnesses his immune system couldn’t handle.

It took time, but now Brutus is living happily indoors with another FIV-positive cat 🐾. His new owners have worked wonders – he’s settled into his loving home, started to play, and even curls up on blankets, safe and content. From a tough life outdoors to a warm, cosy sofa – what a journey! 🛋️💤

📸 Below you can see Brutus when he was first on the streets, and now in his forever home – safe, loved, and thriving. Proof that these cats are so much more than their virus. They deserve love, family, and comfort just like any other cat. 💖

Now it’s Abigail’s turn. 💕
Abigail is still waiting for her forever home. She’s just as talkative as Brutus was, always asking for cuddles, and desperate for love and attention. She truly deserves her happy ending.

If you think you could give Abigail the loving indoor home she’s dreaming of, please get in touch: 📧 [email protected]

Let’s prove once again that FIV+ cats can live full, happy lives with the right family 🐾💫.

🐱❤️

I just can't anymore, I'm sorry, no clever worded post from Lauren or rant from me (Karen) I am becoming increasingly lo...
27/08/2025

I just can't anymore, I'm sorry, no clever worded post from Lauren or rant from me (Karen) I am becoming increasingly lost for words. Every day, when I think I can't be surprised!

Get a cat, don't neuter the cat, cat gets skin allergy due to the fleas that you haven't treated it for. Answer = Dump cat in a sealed cardboard box.

Now cat is itching like f*** possibly pregnant and scared to death 🤯🤦

You can't make this s**t up honestly.

UPDATE: As little Scooter leaves this world, FOXY, the beautiful cat callously dumped in a box, has gone into labour. Very well assisted by Doreen Miller.

And, no we don’t feel sorry for the owner as we know the full story behind this situation and the total and utter lack of remorse/ care shown for this poor cat.

5th August:

The horror story for this morning at Moggies Cat Rescue Aberdare - EilDor. Box dumped. Found by a member of the public and now coming into us. Possibly pregnant.💔 We don’t even know what to say.

🐾 Clemmence Update! 🐾Today little Clemmence went to the vet for his second vaccinations – he was such a brave boy! 💉💙In ...
26/08/2025

🐾 Clemmence Update! 🐾

Today little Clemmence went to the vet for his second vaccinations – he was such a brave boy! 💉💙

In two weeks, he’ll be going in for his neutering and hernia repair, and once he’s fully recovered, he’ll be off to start a new life in his forever home. 🏡✨

Even more lovely – he’ll be joining Noor, another Karen’s Cat Community rescue, who was adopted earlier this year. We can’t wait to see the two of them settle in together! 😻

Thank you for following Clemmence’s journey and supporting every step from rescue to rehoming.

🌸 Abigail is still searching for her forever human 🌸We had a lovely enquiry for Abigail recently, but after much thought...
21/08/2025

🌸 Abigail is still searching for her forever human 🌸

We had a lovely enquiry for Abigail recently, but after much thought the potential adopter realised that as a first-time cat owner, they might not be the best fit for her special needs. And that’s okay 💜—because it means we can keep searching for the person who will be her perfect match.

✨ About Abigail
Abigail is soft, gentle, and absolutely full of love. She’s a cat who likes to choose her moments—slightly shy with quick movements at first, but once she trusts you, she’ll come to you for cuddles. When she’s happiest, she has the sweetest quirk… she dribbles little happy drools while snuggling! 🐾💧 It’s adorable, and it tells us just how much she craves companionship.

She’s truly desperate for company—an affectionate companion cat who will thrive in a calm home where she can be someone’s shadow, best friend, and snuggle partner.

✨ Her needs
Abigail is FeLV+ (feline leukaemia virus), which means:

She must be indoor-only.

She must be an only cat (or live with another FeLV+ cat).

She’ll need a low-stress home with a gentle routine.

She should have 6-monthly vet checks, and any little sniffles or changes should be taken seriously.

FeLV+ cats can live happy, love-filled lives—but they do need a home where someone understands the importance of careful monitoring and is prepared for the possibility of health bumps along the way.

✨ Costs & considerations

Adoption fee

Food: Mostly wet food (a mix of Whiskas and HiLife works well for her tummy).

Supplements: We use Omega-3 and Fortiflora for our cats, which can support immune health.

Vet care: Regular checks are important—insurance often excludes FeLV, so some adopters set aside a small savings pot.

Setup: Litter trays, scratchers, toys, and a safe decompression space to help her settle.

✨ Why choose Abigail?
Because she will give you everything she has in return. She’s funny, quirky, soft, and desperate for love. She’ll curl up beside you, follow you around the house, and remind you daily what companionship truly means.

We know Abigail’s home is out there. Please help us find it by sharing her story. 🐾💜

📩 If you think you could be the one for Abigail—or would like to know more about adopting a FeLV+ cat—please email us at [email protected].

Tip Tuesday 🐾Cats thrive on routine! ⏰ Regular feeding times, safe resting spots, and gentle interaction help reduce str...
19/08/2025

Tip Tuesday 🐾
Cats thrive on routine! ⏰ Regular feeding times, safe resting spots, and gentle interaction help reduce stress and give them a sense of security.

For our sanctuary cats, this is especially true. Many have been with us for years, and their comfort comes from the daily routines we keep for them: meals, cosy beds, and familiar love. 💜

Even though our rescue element has closed, we still care for these lifelong residents — and with rising costs, we cannot continue without help. These cats truly have nowhere else to go. 🐱💔

Every donation, no matter how small, helps cover food, vet bills, and the comfort of a safe, predictable life. 🌟

🙏 Please consider supporting their ongoing care today. Ways to donate: https://linktr.ee/KarensCatCommunity

🐾 From Lola to Elphie – a Mum Cat’s Story 🐾We first met Lola in our local town. She was frantically following a man thro...
18/08/2025

🐾 From Lola to Elphie – a Mum Cat’s Story 🐾

We first met Lola in our local town. She was frantically following a man through a very busy car park, weaving in and out of cars with near misses that had our hearts in our mouths. With the help of a kind neighbour, we managed to coax her into safety beside our pop-up shop.

She was ravenous, but even after eating, she was desperate to get back outside – a behaviour we know all too well in mum cats who have kittens hidden nearby. Sure enough, we soon discovered that she was a mother.

Instinct told us that the man she was following knew something, and with the help of Google Translate, we learned that she was his cat. He explained he had a mum cat and six kittens he was trying to give away before returning to his home country.

When we went back with him, he opened a cupboard to reveal six hungry kittens crammed into a tiny space with just one dirty litter tray. Some were showing signs of cat flu. We couldn’t leave them – but we had no space ourselves.

We quickly contacted Becky at HART – Hay Animal Rescue Team. Despite being full, Becky and her team of fosterers didn’t hesitate to step in and make room. Thanks to them, the kittens have since been neutered, chipped, and rehomed into loving families.

But their brave young mum is still waiting. Lola – now renamed Elphie – is a stunning, intelligent, resilient cat who deserves the happy ending her kittens have found. 💜

👉 Please visit Hay Animal Rescue Team’s page Hay Animal Rescue Team - HARTto find out more about Elphie and many other cats waiting for homes.
👉 When you’re considering adoption, please think about the young mums who have been failed before, through no fault of their own. They’re just as deserving of love.

If you think you can offer Elphie or another adult cat the life they’ve always deserved, please get in touch with HART directly and check their rehoming policies.

✨ Every share helps – let’s find Elphie her forever home.

🍪 Cookie and Frost❄️Cookie and Frost settled into their new home today. It was a bitter sweet moment for us as these wer...
17/08/2025

🍪 Cookie and Frost❄️

Cookie and Frost settled into their new home today. It was a bitter sweet moment for us as these were our last bonded pair of kittens who needed to find their purrfect forever home before we close down the rescue element of our community.

Cookie and Frost are adorable inside and out and their new Mum was so excited to welcome them today. They will be indoors only until they are at least a year old. Then they will be introduced slowly and safely to the outside.

Their garden is truly stunning with a stream trickling through, a vast range of wildlife and bridges and stairs leading to secret areas. But it could also be quite overwhelming. We appreciate this lovely couple who have the same view to cat ownership as us. Cats are family. A very slow introduction to the outside, possible harness training and calling them back regularly and keeping them in at night will all help to ensure these friendly little siblings will stay close by.

Good luck babies 🍀🤞😻

We will, of course, be continuing to offer help and advice regarding stray cats, trapping, neutering, etc. We will still be referring people to other cat rescues (those who neuter) and supporting where we can. We can also offer some support and advice when people need to privately re-home their cat, advertising them on our page (neutered pets only). We are no longer available via messenger but you can email us for advice, information or medical emergencies on [email protected]

We are continuing to care for and support our special needs sanctuary cats and all donations of food, litter, etc are greatly needed and appreciated. As to are donations towards are vet bill. Our vets are Ddole Road Veterinary Clinic Ltd

🧡Abigail, our beautiful, petite ginger girl is still looking for her furever home
[email protected]

🚨 Please Read – Cats on the Road & Our Shared Responsibility I’m feeling very triggered today seeing so many posts about...
16/08/2025

🚨 Please Read – Cats on the Road & Our Shared Responsibility

I’m feeling very triggered today seeing so many posts about cats injured or killed on the road. Eventually, I hope the law will change so cats must be reported the same way as dogs. Until then, I need to say this:

Non-profit rescues are made up of ordinary people. The only difference is, we take that extra step most people don’t. We’re the ones who will:

Stop the car, even if it makes us late for work or an appointment.

Leave a dog in the car a little longer or make a child late for school, because helping an injured cat matters.

Take a deceased cat to the vet to check for a chip, or scan the cat ourselves and pass it on with dignity.

These are things I’ve done personally, even as a child when I was late for school because I stopped to help injured animals. We often hear excuses – some genuine, some not – but the truth is passing the responsibility to a rescue is not good enough. We all have a part to play in animal welfare.

👉 If you find a cat on the road, please:

Check carefully the cat is actually deceased.

If alive, take straight to the nearest vet. If local, we may be able to help raise funds for treatment or pass your details to a rescue who can help or one who is in your area. Also remember to contact Blue Cross or The RSPCA who may cover some of the costs but you have to be persistent and check their "kill count" how much will they cover before putting to sleep? Smaller rescues and certain non profits will sometimes have lower kill counts and policies.

Buy your own microchip scanner (they’re on Amazon) and check for a chip.

If you post online, do it after you’ve taken the cat to the vet. The vet can post too. If you locate the owner, inform them that you have taken the cat to the vet and give details.

Rescues are overwhelmed. The UK is in a cat crisis: too many unneutered cats, sky-high vet bills, the cost-of-living crisis, lack of family support when owners pass away or enter care, cultural and religious differences, mental health struggles, entitlement, and ignorance. All of this lands on rescues – who are already drowning.

We are currently closed to new intakes, but we will still go out to check for chips or take a cat to the vet if we are nearby and it’s local. We also work alongside other kind souls like Jade Humphrey, in Builth, an independent rescuer when she has the time and funds and a friend of ours, who also has one of our scanners.

👉 Who may be able to help (depending on area & availability):

Vets: Ddole Road (Llandrindod), Builth Vets, Hafren Vets (Newtown or Llandrindod Wells)

Moderators/Admins: Lauren Guest, Teigan Clair Rox, Steve Simmons (This is My Cat Llandrindod Wells)

Independent Rescuers: Jade (Builth, has scanner)

Rescue Organisations:
• Purrfectly Feral Rescue
• HART (Hay Animal Rescue Team)
• PAWS (Powys Animal Welfare Service)
• Oswestry Cat Rescue
• Moggies Cat Rescue (Aberdare)

⚠️ Please remember: these people and groups are already overwhelmed. Always check the area they cover first, and always be polite and respectful when contacting them.

🙏 Please, above all, be polite and respectful to rescuers. We are just people trying to mop up after the failures of others. None of us can do this alone – animal welfare is everyone’s responsibility.

Thank you for reading. 💜

🐾 Abigail – Our Sweet Little Dribble Monster! 🐾We’re still on the hunt for Abigail’s perfect forever home, and today we’...
14/08/2025

🐾 Abigail – Our Sweet Little Dribble Monster! 🐾

We’re still on the hunt for Abigail’s perfect forever home, and today we’re sharing one of her quirks… she’s a dribble monster! 😹
There’s no medical reason – she’s been checked – it’s just something she’s done since coming to us. It usually happens when she’s excited or eagerly waiting for food, and honestly, we think it’s part of her charm.

Abigail has been through so much, yet she’s still full of love and life. With her unique natural pigment markings and her big, hopeful eyes, she’s ready to find that special person who will adore her quirks as much as we do.

As a FeLV positive cat, Abigail needs to be indoor-only and the only cat in her home – but in return, she promises endless affection and companionship.

Please keep sharing her story – every share is another chance for her to be seen by the right person. And if you can’t adopt, you can still help by donating towards her ongoing care. 💛

🍪🐾 Cookie & Frosting – Adopted! 🐾🍪Our last two rescue kittens, Cookie and Frosting, have found the perfect home — a beau...
13/08/2025

🍪🐾 Cookie & Frosting – Adopted! 🐾🍪

Our last two rescue kittens, Cookie and Frosting, have found the perfect home — a beautiful fairy glen of a garden and two devoted new parents to love them forever. 💛 We couldn’t have asked for a better ending to their journey.

We’ll be heading to their new home soon, once the final paperwork is complete and their devoted new parents have set up their room, ready to welcome them.

Abigail, our gorgeous older ginger girl who is FeLV positive, is still looking for her forever home. She will need an indoor-only home where she is the only cat, but until she finds her match she will remain safe and loved with us as one of our sanctuary cats.

With Cookie and Frosting’s adoption, our rescue service will now be closing for the foreseeable future while we work on registering as a charity and deciding in what capacity we will return.

We will continue to care for our sanctuary cats. We cannot continue to support them without help and donations. For ways to donate and to follow their stories and updates here:
🔗 https://linktr.ee/KarensCatCommunity

Thank you for your support, kindness, and belief in what we do. 💛

🐾 Could You Be Abigail’s Forever Home? 🐾Not all of our sanctuary cats stay with us forever – sometimes it just takes tim...
12/08/2025

🐾 Could You Be Abigail’s Forever Home? 🐾

Not all of our sanctuary cats stay with us forever – sometimes it just takes time to fully assess them, help them blossom, and find the perfect home. Abigail is one of those special souls who has already been through so much and now deserves her happy ending.

With her big, loving eyes and energetic personality, Abigail is an affectionate girl who enjoys a good fuss once she feels safe. She can be a little unsure of quick movements, so a calm, understanding home would suit her best.

Abigail is also very unique – she has unusual natural pigment markings on her ears, nose, mouth, and paw pads. These are not medical issues, just beautiful and distinctive features that make her one of a kind.

She is FeLV positive (Feline Leukaemia Virus), which means she needs to be an indoor-only cat and the only cat in the home to prevent spreading the virus. FeLV affects the immune system, but with love, care, and a stress-free environment, many FeLV+ cats live happy and fulfilling lives.

While she can be reactive when seeing other cats from her pen, we believe that as the sole focus of someone’s love, she could blossom into an amazing, loyal companion.

Abigail has been neutered (sadly ending her pregnancy to protect other cats from the virus) and double vaccinated against RVPCH. She’s now ready and waiting for her second chance at happiness.

✨ Please help us find Abigail her perfect forever home – share her story far and wide, just like you do for our most urgent cases. She may not be on an emergency list, but she is desperate for love.

📩 To enquire please email [email protected]

🐾 Vet Day Updates at KCC 🐾It was another busy day at the vets for our sanctuary and foster cats. 💛Hanson went in for fur...
11/08/2025

🐾 Vet Day Updates at KCC 🐾

It was another busy day at the vets for our sanctuary and foster cats. 💛

Hanson went in for further swabs after testing positive for Giardia. This is a microscopic parasite that can affect the intestines of cats (and other animals). Symptoms can include diarrhoea, soft stools, weight loss, and sometimes vomiting. It spreads through contact with contaminated faeces, food, or water. The good news is that it can be treated with medication and strict hygiene, though it can be stubborn and may require multiple treatments. Hanson has now started a longer course of Panacur to help fully clear the infection.

Hanson and his friend Elan are both special needs sanctuary cats with low immune systems, likely due to birth defects from inbreeding. This makes them more prone to picking up infections, so we’re extra careful with their health. Both have been checked over today as a precaution after one of our kittens, Elvira, started sneezing shortly after going to her new home. Elvira’s new mum acted quickly and took her to the vet — thank you! ❤️ We’re pleased to say Maxwell and Rudy are both well.

Cookie and Frosting had their post-op checks today. Temperatures and weights were taken, and both are healing beautifully — Cookie’s spay site looks fantastic and Frost is recovering well. Thank you to the team at Ddole Road Vets for their great care.

Our little sweetheart Abigail, who is FeLV positive, had her second vaccinations. She’s shown no reaction and is in good health. She’s still maintaining her weight, but not gaining, so we’ll be gradually moving her to a higher-protein diet. Abigail was quite down after her spay but is slowly regaining her appetite — and still loves nothing more than cuddling into Lauren for comfort.

We also snuck in Clemmence for a quick check of his umbilical hernia. The vet confirmed it hasn’t grown and looks straightforward — it will be repaired when he has his castration in a few weeks.

As always, thank you for your support. Vet days like these are essential for keeping our cats safe, comfortable, and thriving — but they are also costly. If you’d like to help us cover these expenses, every donation makes a difference. 💕

🐾 If you would like to support our other sanctuary cats, you can donate via:
📱 PayPal: paypal.me/karenscatcommunity (please mark as ‘friends & family’ to avoid fees)
🏦 Bank Transfer:
Miss K Smy
Account No.: 80746991
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🛒 Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/2HG41OGGESZEE?ref_=wl_share
Just Giving: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/vetbill-julyandaugust?utm_term=BbgRAbeQJ&utm_medium=FA&utm_source=CL

📌 Cat Care Tip: Dealing with Giardia

See your vet for diagnosis and prescription treatment (often Panacur or Metronidazole).

Isolate infected cats from others during treatment.

Treat other cats in contact if they are showing symptoms.

Disinfect litter trays, bedding, bowls, and surfaces daily with a vet-approved cleaner.

Wash hands thoroughly after handling the cat or cleaning.

Flea and worm treat regularly to help maintain overall parasite control.

Complete the full course of medication, even if symptoms improve.

With prompt treatment and good hygiene, most cats make a full recovery.

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