This time of year can be very hard for unneutered female cats as they come into season and are pursued by males. They can be mated several times and carry more than one litter simultaneously. Many stray queens go on to give birth outside and in dangerous locations. Last year we heard about one such female who had her babies by the side of the road and subsequently lost her life to it. Thankfully, we were able to take care of her kittens and find them a wonderful loving home.

This year we have already had numerous kittens, including hand rears. Pearl, a lovely queen, is currently in our care with her boisterous little ones. She nurtures them, cares for them, feeds them and teaches them how to become confident, happy and friendly kittens. She can do this because she is now in the safe care of one of our amazing fosterers. One of Pearl’s kittens struggled to thrive, and at one point we were very worried that we would lose him. He had numerous vet visits, but thankfully Darwin pulled through and is now doing much better.

Can you help us support Pearl, her kittens and the other queens and kittens that we will support this year? Any help that you can offer, no matter how small, will help us secure the future for cats like Pearl.

Please help to give every cat mum who is lost, hungry and alone the extra special care they need. Your contribution to Rugby Cats Protection will make an impact.

A £5 donation will feed a cat mum like Pearl with specialist food for 25 days.
£20 will provide a safe and comfortable place to give birth 
£50 will provide a cat or kitten with veterinary treatment to help get them ready for a new home.

Our vision is a world where every cat is treated with kindness and an understanding of its needs.