Cats crying out for new homes

The Blue Cross animal adoption centre in Burford is looking for permanent homes for feline residents in its care.

Charlie came to the centre after his owner became too ill to look after him. A 13-year-old domestic shorthaired cat, he is a bit nervous and needs a new home where someone can spend a lot of time with him. Charlie is a very loving cat who will show lots of affection in return for a new home.

Castrol and Ducati are mother and daughter who were brought to the centre earlier this year after their owner could no longer look after them. Castrol is a very doting, 11-year-old white Persian cat and her daughter is a 10-year-old domestic long haired tabby cat. They would both like a new home together where they can snuggle up to be pampered.

Helen Wright, Blue Cross centre manager at Burford said:” We don’t know why these cats are still looking for new homes. They have all been with us for over three months so we’re desperate to find owners for them. They’re are all lovely, friendly cats with lots of love to give.”

The Blue Cross vaccinates and neuters and microchips all animals before they are rehomed. Animals also receive six weeks’ free pet insurance. The Blue Cross animal adoption centre at Burford has successfully rehomed over 280 animals so far this year.

Anyone who thinks they can offer any of these cats a home should contact The Blue Cross on 01993 822483 or visit the centre at Shilton Road, Burford, OX18 4PF.

You can help all of the animals at the Burford centre by coming along to an auction of promises at The Carpenter’s Arms in Fulbrook, Burford. Tickets are £35 and include a four-course gourmet meal. The Blue Cross will receive £5 from every ticket sold and items up for grabs include an RAF Air to Air Refuelling Flight, a tour of the Williams F1 factory, a portrait of your pet and a bungee jump. For more information and tickets contact the centre on 01993 822483.

Media contact: Louise Lee
Direct: 0207 932 4066
Mobile: 07880781637

Notes to editors

Images are available of all of the cats

Burford animal adoption centre opened in 1990, and serves the counties of Oxfordshire, Wiltshire, Gloucestershire, Warwickshire, and Northamptonshire. There are facilities for up to 60 dogs and puppies, 48 cats and kittens, seven pairs of rabbits, and six guinea pigs. Hundreds of animals are successfully rehomed every year.

Members of the public can now receive a tour of the adoption centre from a volunteer. Our trained volunteers operate the tour on Tuesday afternoons for groups of up to 12 people, or individuals.

To contact the centre call 01993 822483. Opening hours: Monday – Wednesday & Friday – Sunday & Bank Holidays: 10am – 3pm. Closed on Thursdays.

The Blue Cross is Britain's pet charity, providing practical support, information and advice for pet and horse owners. Through its network of animal adoption centres it rehomes thousands of animals each year. Its hospitals provide veterinary care for the pets of people who cannot afford private vets' fees.