Saorsa British Shorthair cats

24/08/2024

Red card day all round!

*new title*

Ch Saorsa The Real McCoy is now a Premier. Thanks to judge, Wayne Vessey for the certificate. He also won his side class.

His friend, Manorbrits Saorsa’s Venture, joined him for her first show. Super pleased to say she gained her first CC with BOB and won her side class. Thanks to judge, Daphne Butters, for the certificate and the advice.

21/08/2024

Heads up. The food appears to be Bella&Duke.

The specialist veterinary team at Edinburgh University are warning vets about an outbreak of TB in raw fed cats.

Although so far only 11 cases have been confirmed, TB is not a condition many vets will think about because it is so unusual, the symptoms are vague and can mimic other conditions and the testing needed for a diagnosis is very specific.

It is also extremely serious, sadly 8 of the infected cats have already been euthanased and it can make humans very ill as well. Which is why it is important that the word is spread.

All the cats so far diagnosed were fed the same raw diet. They were mainly indoor cats and did not drink raw milk, so had no other risk factors that might have caused the disease.

The company impacted is aware but has not yet been named and the vets are at pains to point out that they appear to have followed all the regulatory requirements and that this is simply an inherent risk (albeit thankfully a low one) of raw feeding.

As yet, as far as I am aware, a recall hasn't been issued.

Infected cats have presented with weight loss, coughing (a real concern as this could increase the ability of the disease to spread, particularly to people), abdominal abnormalities and were often very poorly by the time a diagnosis is made. Their blood tests generally only show non-specific changes like a mild anaemia.

Although TB in cats can present with skin lesions, this strain (similar to the last time this happened) appears to mainly cause respiratory signs and abnormalities may well be seen on chest x-rays.

If a lung wash is performed the bacteria might be identified but any vets doing one on a suspicious case must take care to wear PPE to protect themselves.

If you are concerned you might have a case, the team at Edinburgh, which includes Danielle Gunn-Moore and Conor O'Halloran, are very happy to help and advise you.

They have this webpage which is great; https://www.ed.ac.uk/vet/services/small-animals/vet-professional/specialist-services/feline/mycobacteria and advice on suspected cases from this outbreak will be given free of charge.

You can also contact Conor directly on [email protected]

And don't forget that TB is a notifiable disease, so the APHA must be contacted, and they are also a good source of support.

If you are a cat owner who raw feeds and you are worried, the best people to speak to for information and, hopefully, reassurance are your veterinary team and the company who produces the meals you feed.

It is also worth noting the difference between this problem, with a specific subset of infected animals, similar symptoms, a definitive diagnosis, a common diet and specialist vets at the forefront of raising the alert… and the the issues claimed with Purina pet food at the start of this year, which had none of these typical hallmarks of a genuine food related illness outbreak.

For more information about TB in cats, this article from the Edinburgh team, written in 2019, is very helpful; https://www.ed.ac.uk/vet/services/small-animals/information-about-cat-tb **But do note the company mentioned in it is in relation to the outbreak at the time, not this one**

Link to this report; https://www.research.ed.ac.uk/en/publications/tuberculosis-in-young-raw-fed-cats-in-the-uk

*Letter pictured published with the permission of the Vet Record and the authors.

20/08/2024

Jellybean as a tiny baby ♥️

13/08/2024

Admoobr Saorsa EcclefechanTart

11/08/2024

Lilac and chocolate brothers (19/07/24) just turned 1 year old.

GCCF registered, neutered and vaccinated. These boys are 👀 for a new postcode. They must stay together, very difficult decision for their owner. Based on Falkirk, Scotland.

More photos can be supplied but only ask if you’re GENUINELY interested - no time for picture collectors or those who want to share their life story but not actually have a cat.

Also, check with ALL family members before enquiring.

(Small donation required)

02/08/2024

Chocolate neuter. Just turned 2 years old, vaccinated and registered with GCCF. Very loving, Indoor only. Lockerbie.

14/07/2024

I got to judge the pedigree pet section yesterday. So many gorgeous kitties to cuddle. Super hard to choose the “best”, to go forward to best in show.

10/07/2024

Big shout out to my newest top fans! 💎

Olaf Hindmarsh, Pamela Murray, Charmy Richards, Lisa Mohapatra

07/07/2024

Thrilled with Remy’s show report, his first time out as a neuter.

Many thanks to his judge, Jane Allen.

30/06/2024

We also have a Maine C**n!

Manorbrits Saorsa’s Venture.

Huge thanks to our friends Manor Brits for entrusting her to us.

26/06/2024

*REDUCED*

“Rebus”

Currently “active”, entire, with certificate of entirety.

Blood group B
Carries dilute, LH and CP.

Very sweet and affectionate boy, loves his people and doesn’t spray. Has sired one litter, however, he’s a rubbish stud 🤣 he’s very dominant with girls and to date, has been suitable only for big, confident girls.

PM any interest and/or questions. Full disclosure.

17/04/2024

Lovely report for Remy. Thanks to his judge, Barbara Prowse.

Grand 3A Champion Male
GC COLLINS Ch SAORSA THE REAL MCCOY (BSH a, M, 15/05/2021) – British Blue who is cobby in shape and stands on his strong legs on round firm paws. He is as solid as a rock with a large round head with good width between small rounded ears. Round expressive orange eyes. Nose short, broad and straight with full blue leather. Level bite. Cheeks well rounded with firm chin. Medium blue shade to coat which is almost sound and it is dense, short and crisp. Tail medium in length, it is thick and has a rounded tip. Very nice young man.

10/04/2024

The babies are 6 weeks old

Blue ticked tabby girl
Fawn boy (Hank)

06/04/2024

Ch Saorsa The Real McCoy

Fabulous, red card day at the SH&ABCC of Scotland.

Grand Challenge certificate 🧾
Best of breed 🏵️
Ann Smith Memorial stakes 🏆
Section 3 AV adult/kitten/neuter 🏆

02/04/2024

Link back up! Thanks to anyone who donates, a share is also appreciated.

Help - - raise money to support Scottish SPCA

19/03/2024

She thinks she’s a cat so, who am I to tell her otherwise 🤷‍♀️

19/03/2024

*There’s huge demand for Florrie so, some of you will have to be disappointed but please, don’t forget her chocolate sister is also waiting for a new family*

1yr old blue girl (Florrie) petite, affectionate, and cuddly girl. GCCF registered.

Will be spayed and vaccinated.

PM please 🙏

15/03/2024

Aine (blue) has a family but poor Martha (chocolate) was badly let down 🥹

Only a year old, spayed and vaccinated until next March. Gorgeous, friendly and petite girl (but she doesn’t like to be picked up 😆) she gets bullied by the other cats (this happens sometimes in a multi-cat household) so, the decision was made to secure her a loving pet home.

PM please

15/03/2024

My photos don’t do them justice 😂

13/03/2024

Still in its protective wrapper so, forgive the shadows/reflections.

RW SGC Saorsa Lucrezia Borgia. My beloved, Freya.

Thank you Chris g art, for this superb likeness of my girl. It was such a surprise today, when I went to Kettle-Home for a coffee, to see it sitting on the counter.

Honestly, I love it and can’t thank you enough.

*edited to add the photo the drawing was based on.

09/03/2024

At 6 months old, she’s really coming together.

My cats’ lines are slow to mature but, good things come to those who wait.

Thanks to Pamela for my lovely, Tarty 🥰

06/03/2024

If you’re on my waiting list (and you et not already done so) please, message me if you’re interested in this litter.

Thank you ☺️

06/03/2024

Stuart’s kids.
8 days old
2 fawn boys
1 blue ticked tabby girl
Tiniest ears 😍

29/02/2024

Big shout out to my newest top fans! 💎

Emma Elliot

19/02/2024

Thanks for being a top engager and making it onto my weekly engagement list! 🎉 Pamela Murray, Emma Elliot, Sandra Hilton

19/02/2024

Cuddly furry loving kitty

18/02/2024

Waiting for the milk from my cornflakes 😂