Our Cattery 2022

Cats and the cattery.

For those of us who have been long time supporters of KAR, and remember the deterioration over the years of the original cattery the renovated one was a very pleasing sight.

No more leaky roof, no more rusty wire: bright and airy, and all beautifully clean. There has been a reconfiguration of the pens to make a large communal living area for sociable cats, whilst keeping some smaller pens for those cats who are timid and prefer to be in a smaller group.

There are beds and sitting places to suit all tastes! Some up high, some down low and some for those cats that like to hide away. There is a wonderful climbing stand for the more adventurous and comfy swings for the more laid back! There are also toys for those that want to go all kittenish!

In fact it is everything that a cat could ask for…… or is it?

The cats are all in such good condition and loved and cared for by the staff, but, like the dogs, some have been there for many years, with no experience of home comforts. Some may have been raised by foster carers from when they were only a few days old , until they were old enough to go to the Rescue Centre in the hope of finding permanent homes, and are still waiting. If they could, all would have a story to tell.

But, cats like to sit on laps, snuggle up in bed, curl up on the backs of armchairs, shout for food just when you are sitting down to eat your dinner etc, etc.

And cats really like to be able to experience the garden, explore, play, or snooze in the sun or shade depending on their preference .

In the cattery there are pictures of all the cats with information about each one displayed on magnetic boards. Energetic or laid back, there are over thirty to choose from, and the info is very useful.

Please come and visit the Rescue Centre. The dogs will clamour for your attention, but the cats sit and patiently wait, don’t forget them, they too are in need of forever homes. Could it be a lucky day for one of them ?