Cat's Protection League - Adopt A Furry Friend (Cats Protection)

Member Name: Silverwillow

Product:	Cats Protection
Date:	26/01/09 (33 review reads)
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Advantages: Helping out a charity, giving a cat a second chance of having a loving home

Disadvantages: None!

The Cat's Protection League was formed in 1927 and has now grown to a network of over 250 voluntary run branches and 29 adoption centres. It is mainly run from the help of volunteer cat lovers. Their aim is to help find GOOD homes for cats in need, to support and encourage kitty neutering and to help provide information to those that need it with regards to understanding cats and providing excellent care for their furry friends. They are funded entirely by public donations.

We moved into our little house with two cats who had been rescued from various situations by family members and made their way to us. We've helped them grow into the confident, playful little monsters that they are now. This only strengthened our decision that our next cat should be 'rescued' as well.

I got in touch with our local CPL volunteer who advised us of the steps they would have to take before approving us for adoption. Luckily she was free that evening and arranged to visit our home to ask us some questions and survey our property to ensure that it was cat friendly.

The questions were mainly about our knowledge and experience of looking after cats, would we know what to do should something be wrong with the cat, where would the cat sleep, would it be kept in and safe at nights, would it have access to a litter tray? All things that have to be considered before taking on the responsibility of a new cat.

Thankfully we were approved and whisked out to her home (also the rescue centre) to see the 8 month old cat that had been abandoned. The CPL volunteer told us that she had watched us with our cats whilst conducting the interview and she knew that this wee guy would be perfect in our home. We didn't own a car at that point and the lass lived 15 miles from our front door. She took us out there and brought us home. That's how dedicated she is to making sure she links the cats to the homes she feels is the best match.

Make sure you have a carry cage for the cats as you will require one in order to bring your new pet home.

We were introduced to the cat and allowed to spend some time on our own playing with him and getting to see his temperament and personality. I fell in love and the husband couldn't say no. Definitely one of the best decisions we've made. We made a donation of £40 which covers the basic costs that the CPL will have paid for injections/neutering etc. In return we were given a pack with all the cat's details (or as much as was known about him) and some general information to help us provide the best care for our moggie.

These people love cats and it shows. The cats, once taken into their care, are well looked after and loved. It was obvious that the lass was upset at having to rehome him but she didn't have to room to keep him as number 17 in her home. You can be reassured that the cat you are adopting will be in good health, something you cannot guarantee from the local pet shop.

I love watching him run across the grass, chase the other cats up the stairs as I wonder what would it have been like if he hadn't found his way into the protection of the CPL? It doesn't bear to think about the horrific injuries inflicted on cats, the neglect that some have to endure, but there are people out there who are working to prevent it, trying to repair the damage caused by these vicious people and you can help! If you have the time and love for an adopted cat definitely consider the CPL, you may not get a kitten but you will be giving a cat a second chance at a loving and happy home.

Summary: An amazing way to expand your furry family