Appeal for new homes for over 115 cats and kittens

Many ISPCA rescued cats are left behind when owners move house or were dumped, lost or their owners sadly passed away

The ISPCA is appealing to members of the public to consider adopting a cat or kitten if they are considering getting a new pet.

It comes as the national animal welfare charity is struggling to find new owners to adopt cats and kittens and their catteries in Longford and Donegal which are full to capacity, with a waiting list of more cats and kittens to be admitted.

Currently there are more than 115 cats and kittens awaiting a new home.

Many ISPCA rescued cats are left behind when their owners moved house or were no longer willing to look after them. In other cases cats and kittens were dumped, lost or their owners had sadly passed away.

To assist rehoming, for limited time, ISPCA are reducing the adoption donation to €35 for mature cats and €25 for kittens until October 10.

All cats and kittens are vet checked, vaccinated, treated for parasites, litter trained, neutered/spayed and kittens when of age so even a small adoption donation will help us cover some of our veterinary costs.

ISPCA Public Relations Manager, Carmel Murray said: “Cats and kittens are naturally independent, making them perfect companions for people with busy lifestyles and they love nothing more than to sit on a lap to be cuddled or lounge in front of a warm fire.”

The ISPCA meanwhile are urging pet owners to spay or neuter their cats and kittens as early as possible to prevent accidental and unwanted litters.

In nearly all cases, spaying and neutering have overwhelmingly positive benefits:

- Spaying and Neutering reduces the risk of certain cancers;

-  Positive effect on health and lifespan;

- Curbs unwanted behaviour and marking;

-  Prevents unwanted litters of kittens;

-  Un-spayed cats are seven times more likely to develop mammary cancers than those   spayed at puberty. 80% of feline mammary tumours are malignant;

-  Neutering reduces fighting and unwanted territorial behaviour in male cats by over 80%;

-  Spaying/Neutering is a very simple procedure completed under anaesthetic and the recovery time is usually very quick;

-  Kittens generally should be neutered or spayed at four months of age but speak to your vet for advice.

If you are interested in adopting one of these adorable felines, please visit our website rehoming page HERE, email us at info@ispca.ie or call on 043 33 25035 (0) for more information.