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MAY 2012

2011 was a terrible year for unwanted and abandoned kittens, lets try and make 2012 better! If you have friends, colleagues, relatives or neighbours with unneutered cats talk to them about neutering, show them our website and if they need help with neutering get in touch.

Feeding a stray - she may be unneutered - you don't want to find a litter of kittens in your garden in a couple of months time - contact us for help and advice.
Kittens can be neutered from 4 months old, they are sexually mature at 5-6 months - so don't delay!


PLEASE NOTE THESE ARE RESCUE ANIMALS!!! We take in animals that need our help, our decision is not based on colour, age or temperament.

We have our own vets and cats are vaccinated, neutered, microchipped, flea treated and wormed as well as injuries treated and ailments diagnosed and treated prior to rehoming. Our rescued animals are generally not perfect, they are often shy and need time to settle or may have long term health conditions or be recovering from ailments.
We are here to offer help and advice with settling cats in or health problems that arise soon after adoption. Our rescue and rehoming team are a small dedicated group of staff and volunteers who work very hard, and deal with awful and distressing problems on a day to day basis and do our very best because we want to improve the lives of as many cats as possible.
Thankyou so much to everyone who adopts these cats and gives them a place in their hearts and homes, we couldn't carry on without your support.

Adopting cats rescued from hardship and giving them a caring loving home is so rewarding. Cats curled up on a comfy sofa or your bed instead of the alternative - cold, hungry, threatened by humans on the streets or waiting for a seemingly endless time in a cattery pen. Enjoy the loyalty they give you as they learn to trust you - more than enough reward for your intial patience. Visit our Happy Endings page to be inspired by how YOU can transform their lives and give them a future really worth living.

The nature of the cats in our care does sometimes mean we have a limited choice of cats and kittens suitable for families with young children.

A FUTURE WITHOUT THE EUTHANASIA OF HEALTHY UNWANTED PETS?

C.H.A.T has a non-destruction policy. Having rescued our cats we will not put healthy cats to sleep to make room for more. We tend to assume that most people do not agree with destroying healthy cats and dogs. The reality is that every day in the U.K. hundreds of healthy animals are destroyed because there are not enough homes to go round. In order to achieve a future where healthy animals are not routinely destroyed not only is intensive neutering required but for people who are able to offer homes to less than perfect cats and dogs to do so.

FERAL CATS
As always we are appealing for more outdoor homes for rescued feral cats. They are ideal for farms, stables, small holdings and even some gardens. They require food and shelter but in return act as an effective rodent patrol.

DONATIONS OF BEDDING AND NEWSPAPERS REQUIRED.

Old towels, sheets, blankets, throws, cat beds etc etc

We also need clean newspaper which we use for lining kennels and litter trays.
Also donations of large feeding bowls (-in particular dog size bowls) etc.
Unwanted scratch posts are also much appreciated by our cats.

Please drop donations of paper and bedding to the clinic 233-235, Lewisham Way SE4 1UY. (parking in side street- Friendly Street SE8 or stop briefly in loading bay outside clinic 10am - 4pm) Clinic open mon to fri 9am to 5.30pm. Weekends by arrangement or leave in entrance in tied bags. Tel 0208 691 2100 Thank you!

KITTEN SEASON

APRIL 2012: KITTEN SEASON IS UNDERWAY AND NEWBORN AND YOUNG LITTERS ARE NEEDING TO BE RESCUED AND ARE ARRIVING IN OUR CARE. SPECIAL APPEAL - WE ANTICIPATE THAT WE WILL NEED ANOTHER 20 FOSTER HOMES FOR MUM'S AND KITTENS IN THE COMING MONTHS.

Many people are not aware that cats are seasonal breeders.
Cats typically have two litters a year, one in Spring, another later in the Summer.
CHAT will have cats and litters of kittens available for rehoming during the summer months until late Autumn.

Kittens need to be at least 8 weeks old before leaving their mothers. If you would like to offer a home to our kittens, please read our policy on rehoming mothers and kittens.

FOSTERERS AND HOMES NEEDED FOR CATS WITH YOUNG LITTERS OF KITTENS.
FOSTERERS- During Kitten season we need to recruit people who could care for a mum cat and her unweaned kittens in your home until they are ready to be rehomed at 8-9 weeks old.
C.H.A.T. supplies cat litter and food you need to give them lots of T.L.C and socialising.
If you have other pets you would need a spare room as mother cats are usually very defensive of their kittens towards other animals.

ADOPTING? Would you consider taking on a mum and young kittens until those you do not keep are weaned at 8-9 weeks old and ready to go to new homes?
C.H.A.T. will supply the extra food and cat litter and you get all the fun of looking after them and get to know your kittens from a really young age.

C.H.A.T.'s POLICY on REHOMING MUMS & KITTENS

Mother cats have very strong maternal bonds with their kittens. If their kittens are taken from them they will cry and search for days. Mother cats have been known to go into burning buildings to rescue their young. Some people falsely believe they should let a cat have a litter before being neutered/spayed, then they give away the kittens leaving a distressed mother cat who has gained absolutely nothing positive from the experience - better to have her neutered in the first place.

Kittens are great fun to watch, they love chasing and playing with each other and then collapsing in a heap together to sleep and recharge for more fun and games. Growing up, they are company for each other - essential if everyone is out of the house for any length of time during the day. Rehoming kittens in pairs reduces stress for them when arriving in a new home since they comfort each other. This is also important if you already have a cat, or cats, in your home since they will be initially hostile to a new arrival whether kitten or adult. This would be very frightening for a single kitten who would be missing his or her mum and siblings. A pair of kittens will stick together, and existing cats can either play with them or leave them as they wish. Elderly cats can be put off by having lively kittens chewing their ears, chasing their tails and generally harassing them.

SO, we home a mum with one or two of her kittens, and rehome kittens in pairs. We do this in the best interests of the cats but this is also in the owners best interests because happy cats make happy cat owners!

Got a Question?

Thinking of adopting a cat? Need some advice? Want to know what happens next?
Then, take a look at our Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q's) page.

If you can't find the answer to your question, please phone or email us.

KIMMY - PRIORITY!!!

Friendly female who would like a quiet adult home as the only pet.

12th MAY: Kimmy desperately needs a new home, she is very unhappy in the rescue centre and has already been waiting two months for a new home. She is quite overweight which we think is worrying some potential adopters but its not doing her any good waiting longer for a home as she would really benefit from some more exercise as well as love and to feel happy again. Please consider Kimmy!

To enquire about Kimmy, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

MAX - PRIORITY!

Max is a friendly but independent natured 3 year old neutered male.

Max has lived his life so far as an indoor only cat and was handed in for rehoming by owners who could no longer keep him.

Having spent his life since a tiny kitten in a flat without seeing any other cats poor Max found coming into a rescue centre very frightening as he was overwhelmed by the sight and smell of other cats.

After a long four month wait for a new home Max went off to live with a very kind man again in a flat. However after two months Max has come back to us as his new owner felt that Max really needs a home with a garden and didn"t seem content to be an indoor only cat.

Max is very unhappy to be back at the rescue centre and is now desperately seeking a third chance of a home with a garden - away from busy roads as Max has no traffic experience. Max would suit an adult home best.

To enquire about Max, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email [Please include a contact phone number]

PHOEBE - PRIORITY!!

Phoebe is a two year old cat who was brought in by her owner who could no longer keep her.


Phoebe does not like other cats and is very upset being in a rescue centre where she can see and smell them. She is friendly but can become quite upset which we think is because she is feeling so unsettled.

An understanding adult home where Phoebe can be the only cats is sought asap!

UPDATE 12TH MAY: Phoebe is very unhappy in the rescue centre and urgently needs a new home.


To enquire about Phoebe, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

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Got a Question?

Thinking of adopting a cat? Need some advice? Want to know what happens next?
Then, take a look at our Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q's) page.

If you can't find the answer to your question, please phone or email us.

BELLA, DIZZIE AND BUSTER - PRIORITY!

These kittens came in for rehoming because their owner hadn't had his cats neutered and had too many.

29th Nov: These kittens are now 6 months old. They were initially quite shy but have become much more confident but are seeking adult only homes.

Bella - brindle tortie - bit shy but allows herself to be gently stroked.

Dizzie - tiny black female.

Buster - black male - really doesn't mind being stroked, loves a game with a feather stick!


To enquire about Bella, Dizzie and Buster, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email [Please include a contact phone number]

TANSY AND TOPSY

Four year old Tansy and one year old Topsy are seeking a new home - they are related - cousins.

Their elderly owner didn't neuter her cats and ended up with too many, we are assisting by neutering the cats and are gradually rehoming some to reduce the number of cats she has to a level she can care for properly.

Being used to just one person the cats are a little shy, however Tansy and Topsy purr when stroked and are gaining confidence with us.

Topsy arrived suffering with gingivitis (sore gums), she is being treated for this but our vets think it is likely to be a recurring condition and that she will need further treatment and dental work in the future.
As we will be rehoming Topsy with this health problem we will continue to provide any further treatment she needs for her mouth via our veterinary clinic.

A calm and patient adult home with a garden and cat flap is sought for these two deserving cats.

UPDATE 5th Dec: Tansy and Topsy are amongst our longest stay cats, they were brought in for homing along with 30 other cats and are sharing a pen with four cats that are more nervous than themselves which hasn't helped them with their confidence particularly when people come to meet them as all 6 cats tend to huddle together and worry each other as to who has come to meet them.

Topsy is now going to have more dental work before she is homed which will make her mouth more comfortable - long term.

UPDATE 21ST JAN: Tansy and Topsy have both now paid a visit to a specialist dental vet and had their teeth attended to. They would love a new home!


To enquire about Tansy and Topsy, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email [Please include a contact phone number]

JACK AND HAZEL - 15TH MAY: HOMED!

9th March: Jack and Hazel are sadly in need of a new home due to a neighbour dispute over the number of cats in their shared garden. They were rehomed from CHAT originally and their owners are very sorry to be having to rehome them but there is no alternative.

Jack and Hazel are brother and sister. They are friendly cats, happy splitting their time indoors and outdoors. Both are about 1 1/2 to 2 years old (former rescue cats so we don't know exactly), with good energy levels and also good at catching mice. In essence they're typical cats, they love curling up on a sofa, eating and exploring.

They're used to having several people around, including a baby and children. Both have up to date vaccinations, flea and worm treatments (done in Feb 2012).


UPDATE 15TH MAY: GOOD NEWS JACK AND HAZEL HAVE FOUND A NEW HOME!

To enquire about Hazel and Jack, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email [Please include a contact phone number]

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STUART AND ALFIE - fostered - PRIORITY!!!!!

Stuart and Alfie are in the care of Kathy one of our fosterers.

"I originally fostered Alfie, and his sister Ethel, for several months at the beginning of this year. They were part of the same family as Charlotte and Casper, and were born in the underground garages where the group of cats had been living. They were around four months old when they were rescued, and as they had had no previous contact with humans, were absolutely terrified of people. During the course of the next few months they gradually gained confidence and were rehomed in May. Unfortunately, after they had been in their new home for nearly four months, and had really begun to settle in, their new owners discovered they were expecting a baby and decided that they didn't want them anymore.

Alfie is now just over a year old, and is being homed separately from Ethel as he is still very playful, whereas his sister has grown out of childish behaviour - and consequently finds him very irritating! So Alfie has been paired with Stuart, who is 7 months old, loves playing chasing games and is now Alfie's new best friend.

Alfie is still quite timid, and is very nervous around people he doesn't know. However, once he feels he can trust someone, he really wants to be friends and is very affectionate. Stuart is a little shy initially, but is easily won over by a 'fishing rod' toy, and loves a lap to snuggle up on when he gets tired of playing. Stuart is helping Alfie to gain confidence, as he acts as a role model when it comes to interacting with people.

Alfie and Stuart would be suitable for a quiet, adult home with owners who would be willing to give Alfie time to develop his confidence around people. They are both fine around other cats.

UPDATE 19th JAN: These two boys are firm friends, and are a very comical and entertaining pair. Stuart is 9 months old now, and is quite a character; I think he's an ideal mix of independent and affectionate, with a fair amount of cheekiness thrown in! Alfie is now 16 months old, but still very playful. He's a really sweet-natured, gentle and affectionate cat, but is very shy, and will need time to settle in a new home before his personality will begin to show.

Stuart is continuing to help Alfie grow in confidence, and we've recently had a major breakthrough: Alfie is now a lap cat. In fact he's so taken with the whole lap-sitting thing that he's reluctant to move, even when Stuart's doing his best to persuade him to come and play.

The video clip (below) show's the lengths Stuart has to go to in order to get a decent game these days!"



To enquire about Stuart and Alfie, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email [Please include a contact phone number]

Stuart and Alfie - video clip.....

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10th April: DIVA - sadly in need of a home again.... PRIORITY!!!

This is Diva, a lovable, playful, one year old Boxer X Staffie.

Diva came into our care last year following a savage attack on her by two other dogs, she was so badly injured that our vets feared that she wouldn't survive.

However Diva did survive and was rehomed at the beginning of this year to a couple whose elderly dog had recently died.
Unfortunately they have found a young dog such as Diva to be too lively in contrast to their previous dog who was very calm and have decided to return her to us.


Diva is seeking a new home with firm but kind owners, she would be best as the only dog in her new home, she is fine with children but not with cats. A home with a garden is sought and someone will need to at home most of the day.

Diva is currently being partially fostered by Nicola our Animal Care Supervisor who has many years experience with homing rescued dogs.

To enquire about Diva please email Nicola at n.sewell123@btinternet.com or phone - 07765 290247

TONY

Tony is an older cat, 10 years-ish.

He was taken to another charity veterinary clinic where routine blood tests revealed that he is F.I.V positive. The charity in whose care he found himself still put to sleep F.I.V positive cats unless another charity will take them on. We were contacted and agreed to take Tony in and seek a new home for him.

Tony is currently being fostered by Katherine until a permanent new home can be found.

Katherine has sent a photo and update about Tony: "Tony enjoying the sun this afternoon, for your website. He is an older cat; relaxed and
affectionate and likes being around people. I think he would
appreciate a quiet home, probably indoors-only as he has shown no
interest in going out."

Tony has a bit of sore skin which we are treating but otherwise seems in reasonable health for an older cat.

Tony can be rehomed under our Long Term Foster scheme whereby C.H.A.T will continue to provide any veterinary care related to Tony's F.I.V status via our London Clinics.

Please Click Here for more information about F.I.V

To enquire about Tony, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email [Please include a contact phone number]

DORIS

Doris is an approx 5 year old female cat.

She was found in a shed at a school (27th April). Her long fur was a bit matted but she was otherwise in good condition.

She wasn't microchipped and 'Found cat' posters have been put up to try and locate her owner.

If we can't find her owner she will be seeking a new home.

To enquire about Doris, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email [Please include a contact phone number]

GEORGIE

Georgie came in along with 14 other cats when the elderly man who had fed and cared for them all died.

Most of the cats were semi - feral and were strays that we had neutered and returned to this man several years before hand.

Most of the cats have now found new homes. We still have three in our care, including Georgie.

Georgie is a friendly cat whereas his companions are rather shy.

Georgie is about 8-10 years and would like a home with other cats.

To enquire about Georgie, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email [Please include a contact phone number]

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ROCKET AND SPICE

An odd couple here!

Spice is an approx 8 year old shy female who came in following the death of the man who used to feed her and a group of strays in his garden.

Rocket is about 18 months old. Someone 'rescued' him as a stray kitten and took him into their flat but didn't handle him and just let him be in his flat. Rocket loved the mans own cat but was very wary of the man.

Eventually the man decided he didn't want Rocket - he was unneutered at that time and becoming a bit of a handful. We collected Rocket - who was very wild, he was neutered and added in with Spice and her friends as he really needed company. Rocket was drawn to Spice and she washes him and takes care of him.

Most of Spice's family have now been homed (except Georgie who is also seeking a new home).

Our staff and volunteers are trying hard with Rocket to try and gain his confidence - he has improved loads but is still shy. Spice is shy but quite relaxed around people provided they don't try and touch her.

Dependent on their progress they will be seeking either a patient, calm adult home or if they remain very shy - an outdoor home such as a stables or small holding where they will have access to dry shelter and receive regular good quality food.


To enquire about Rocket and Spice, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email [Please include a contact phone number]

BUFFY AND BIGGLES - seeking an indoor only home.

December the 15th:

One of our long term foster carers is very unwell and she and her husband have reluctantly had to come to the very difficult decision to ask us to find permanent new homes for some of their cats.


These two did not come into together but have produced a really close bond with each other.

Biggles has a bone disease but he is doing really well. Occasionally he will hold up one of his back legs but that lasts about 24 hours.

Buffy was brought in to be put to sleep because she could not be handled.

Both have come on really well and both love wet and dry food. They should be kept together in an indoor home.

LOTTIE

December the 15th:

One of our long term foster carers is very unwell and she and her husband have reluctantly had to come to the very difficult decision to ask us to find permanent new homes for some of their cats.

Lottie is a beautiful cat that was at Canning Town Branch for several months.

She had been rescued as a stray and is slightly incontinent, when she is asleep she can leak a little urine.

Lottie is not over keen on other cats.

Likes to eat wet food such as whiskas sachets and good quality biscuits.

BENJY

December the 15th:

One of our long term foster carers is very unwell and she and her husband have reluctantly had to come to the very difficult decision to ask us to find permanent new homes for some of their cats.


Bengy was found approx 10 years ago in a garage in the east end as a kitten being cared for by his Dad!

Bengy is very loving. He loves to go outside and if he can hear another cat crying he is the first to go and settle it down.

Bengy is no longer dependent on his father who is now very elderly so they will be keeping Dad.

HONEY

Honey was rescued by C.H.A.T three years ago after she was involved in a road accident. She suffered minor injuries which were treated.
Honey an adorable dog was in our care for several months including being fostered by a member of C.H.A.T staff in her own home for two months where she was brilliant with her children and cats and also liked other dogs.
As Honey's original owners could not be traced she was eventually rehomed to a couple following a successful home visit.
Initially all was well, Honey settled in and her owners popped into our Lewisham clinic for regular flea treatment and to say hello.

Sadly for Honey and to our great disappointment and horror Honey's new life did not continue to be a happy one. About a year after adopting her Honey's owner was made redundant and became depressed, he turned to alcohol and his relationship with his wife deteriorated. Unknown to C.H.A.T Honey was not receiving the best of care.

The garden fence between Honey's home and next door had become damaged and her owners did not repair it, apparently the neighbours said they didn't mind and Honey began visiting next door. One day a gardener was there attending to the garden, we shall never know all the facts but during their meeting Honeys tail was badly injured, almost severed by a strimmer and the gardener was bitten by Honey.

The Police were called and Honey was taken into custody in Police kennels and her owner was also arrested for failing to control her.

Honey received veterinary care for her injuries but her tail was so badly injured it had to be amputated.

We were contacted about Honey. C.H.A.T retains a degree of ownership of all our animals once homed as we are concerned for their welfare for their whole lives. We were horrified as we knew that Honey who had spent several months in our care was a good dog.

It has been a 10 month process and involved attending court several times but after undergoing detailed behavioural assessments and receiving a favourable decision by the judge, Honey has now been released back into our care.

Honey has been released with a Control Order for 2 years, conditions of this order include only being walked on a lead and only by people aged 18 and over and wearing a muzzle in public places. The conditions are the same as would apply to a licensed, registered Pit Bull Type dog but in Honey's case only apply for 2 years. (N.B Honey is not a Pit Bull Type - her breed type has also been assessed and she is just a Staffie cross breed.)

Honey is currently being cared for at private kennels where she is reported to be behaving very well and loves other dogs.

We are devastated but what happened to Honey and are very concerned to find Honey a very good home this time. Her new owners will need to be very responsible and caring people. We would ideally like to home her to a home with other dogs.

She is neutered, microchipped and vaccinated and is approx 8 years old.

UPDATE 3rd JAN: Honey is doing very well at the kennels and adores other dogs. She is housed in a kennel with other dogs and we have been advised she really should be homed with another dog for company.

UPDATE 10th MARCH: Honey was rehomed two weeks ago but sadly is being returned for rehoming because her new owners own dog is jealous of Honey. She is returning to kennels and begins her search for a new home again.

To enquire about Honey, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email [Please include a contact phone number]

HOLLY AND KITTEN

Holly and her kitten were found in the street in New Cross. Holly (mum) had sore ulcerated feet and an ulcerated mouth and was really quite unwell.

Holly has now recovered but is a very nervous young cat. Her daughter, Honey, is friendly.

They pose a dilemma for us as they clearly love each other but are a difficult combination to find a home for!
We would like them to have a chance of staying together and are hoping that there is a rescue minded, patient adult wanting to give them that chance.

UPDATE 28TH FEB: Holly and Honey are now in a foster home and Holly is doing really well, she is becoming much more relaxed and has allowed herself to be stroked from head to tail and even purred! Still seeking a permanent new home though.

To enquire about this mother cat and her kittens, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email [Please include a contact phone number]

Catface - urgently needs a new home.

Catface is in need of a new quiet, adult home. Her owners have had a baby and are expecting another one next year and she just isn't a happy cat.
Catface is approximately 7 years old. She is neutered and up to date with her booster vaccinations. She is used to a home with a garden. As far as her temperament goes, she is very affectionate and quite needy, but really only with us.

She isn't keen on strangers and is really unhappy about sharing her home with a baby.
She is very chatty and even used to play fetch when she was younger. She is black all over and a very pretty cat.

Catface is still with her owners in Crystal Palace but needs a new home asap before the new baby is born.

UPDATE 18TH APRIL: Catface is now in rescue centre where she is very unhappy. A temporary foster home or permanent home is sought for Catface.

To enquire about Catface, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email [Please include a contact phone number]

MERRYCAT AND SQUEEK 16th MAY: HOMED!

Merrycat and her kittens were in the care of Tamsin one of our fosterers but Merrycat and her 'last' kitten Squeek are now back in the rescue centre as Tamsin has kindly taken in another two mothers and two litters of newborn kittens that had been discovered in a garden shed.

"Merrycat came to us in January with her 4 tiny 2 week old babies. The two boys have been found a lovely home and Coco went to a home to be a companion for another kitten so now it's just Merrycat and Squeek in need of a loving home together.

Squeek is long haired and loves being brushed, playing with her toys and pouncing on her mum.

Merrycat is a loving mother although her kittens argue that they need to be groomed so often. She is affectionate and with a little more time will be a great lap cat.

They need a garden to play in and room to stretch their paws. They are friendly, playful and great companions.

They eat a varied diet including dry and wet food , they also like fish. They are also all used to their tray. They are both neutered, microchipped and vaccinated. "

UPDATE 16TH MAY: GOOD NEWS MERRYCAT AND SQUEEK HAVE FOUND A NEW HOME!

To enquire about Merrycat and Squeek or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email [Please include a contact phone number]

FARM CATS

2nd FEB: More info to follow soon....

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APRIL 2012: MORE FOSTER HOMES NEEDED!!!

TEMPORARY FOSTER HOMES ARE ALWAYS REQUIRED - FOR MOTHER CATS AND UNWEANED LITTERS OF KITTENS BUT ALSO FOR ADULT CATS FOR A VARIETY OF REASONS.

We provide all the food and cat litter as well as veterinary care if required and will find permanent new homes for your fostered cats.

If you have pets of your own you will need a spare room to keep your fostered cats separately. Most fostered cats will need to be kept entirely indoors so if you live in a flat and can't have pets long term fostering may be ideal for you.

If you are considering adopting cats but are unsure whether to take the plunge fostering is a good way to trial living with cats.

Please get in touch if you would like to discuss further!

MORE FOSTER HOMES REQUIRED!!! BOTH FOR MOTHER CATS AND UNWEANED LITTERS OF KITTENS AND ALSO FOR A VARIETY OF ADULT CATS!!

ABBA

Abba is a shy 4-5 year old brindle Staffie.

She was originally rescued in September 2011 having been discovered cowering in bushes behind a Bus stop where she was being tormented by a group of drunks. She was so terrified that she had to be carried out of the bushes to one of our vehicles as she would not stand.

Upon arrival at C.H.A.T's Lewisham clinic she was discovered to be full of milk and had clearly recently been feeding puppies. Posters were distributed in the area and she was registered as found with the Battersea Dogs home but an owner could not be found. The Bus stop was in a lay-by on a busy road and we are convinced that someone had pulled in during the night and dumped her there.

Abba has now been neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. She was placed in the carte of a foster home with a view to staying permanently but her fosterers found that she did not like to be left too long if they were out and she seemed to need more attention.

She is now in a foster home with three larger dogs and is getting on much better, she adores playing with them and sleeping with them and is far less anxious and doesn't rely on having lots of human company.

She is a nervous dog but is very gentle, she doesn't bark, loves other dogs and is fine with the cats in her new foster home. Abba doesn't like leads and is happy just going in the garden, eventually she will enjoy going for walks again but needs to decide when she feels ready to do this at her own pace.

To enquire about Abba, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

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Mum and kittens - fostered 15TH MAY: HOMED!

Mum and her 6 kittens currently being fostered by Susan.


UPDATE 31st MARCH: Four kittens have been reserved to go to new homes but mum and two are still waiting.

UPDATE 15TH MAY: GOOD NEWS! MUM AND HER LAST TWO KITTENS HAVE FOUND A NEW HOME!

CATS..... suitable for indoor only homes....

2nd March: Lewisham Rescue team are assisting an elderly lady who has too many cats and can no longer cope with them all.

This lady didn't neuter her cats and has kept all the kittens and has ended up with over 50 cats in her home.

Most are now neutered and we are ensuring that they all are but are also seeking new homes for most of the cats.

They are in relatively good condition but are a little shy as they are not used to a variety of people.

They have been kept indoors only and would be suitable for homes in pairs as indoor cats although they can also be homed to homes with gardens.

They have been kept indoors only and would be suitable for homes in pairs as indoor cats although they can also be homed to homes with gardens.


Quiet and understanding adult homes are sought to allow these cats time to settle in.



To enquire about these cats or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email [Please include a contact phone number]

BOBBY

Bobby has been living stray for a long time, he turned up hungry and very shy in the garden of a home with three cats.

The woman who lived there took pity on him and began to feed him. She would have taken him in permanently but he didn't get on with one of her cats.


Bobby is shy but responds to kindness and it is clear that he was once friendly and must have been someones pet.

To enquire about Bobby, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

Two cats...ADDF and SCHMORIETZ

Addf and Schmorietz are loving friendly cats who were handed in by their owner because they couldn't afford to keep them.

Addf - white/black female is 12 years old.
Scmorietz - pronounced "Schorebitz" is a 6 year old male.

They get on well with each other and are seeking a new home together.


To enquire about Addf and Schmorietz, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

4th May: More info to follow...

This friendly male cat came to us via another veterinary hospital.

He had been handed in as a stray and had tested F.I.V positive, they don't home F.I.V positive cats so we were asked to take him on.

He is a lovely friendly cat but has in the past suffered a broken front leg which has mended badly. Our vets are deciding if his leg would benefit from being operated on or if it would be better for him to have it amputated.

Updates to follow soon.....

To enquire about this cat, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

RABBITS...... PRIORITY!

A family of six rabbits have just come into our care.

They were all rescued after being discovered by a council Animal Warden in a filthy box, deep in droppings in someones house.

They were all very thin and bedraggled with filthy feet and bottoms and are now making a good recovery enjoying space, food and water in an emergency foster home.

There are two adult rabbits - mum and dad and their four babies who are approx 10 weeks old. They will all be neutered prior to be homed and are seeking new homes in pairs.

They are being fostered by Lesley but urgently need new homes.

BETTY AND BUNK - PRIORITY!!

Ten month old siblings, these two were originally rescued as shy stray kittens along with four other siblings (two of which have been homed and are really thriving in a home environment and becoming more and more confident!), and have been in our care for a few months.

Their confidence has greatly improved but they still require a patient and understanding new home.


To enquire about Betty and Bunk, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

BONNIE AND BROOKE 15TH MAY: HOMED!

26th March; New Arrivals: Brooke and Bonnie - are two young 2 female cats approx 18 months old.

They were brought into our clinic by someone who told us that they had rescued after discovering them in a box in a bin on an estate in Peckham.

They are seeking a new home together, they are friendly although can be initially a little shy and are seeking a new home together.

An adult home with a garden is sought.

UPDATE 15TH MAY: GOOD NEWS BONNIE AND BROOKE HAVE FOUND A NEW HOME!


To enquire about Bonnie and Brooke, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

MR MANGO 15TH MAY: HOMED!

26th March: - "not looking my best here!"

Mr Mango had been living stray in Chislehurst.

He was suffering with Entropion in both eyes. Entropion is the turning in of the edges of the eyelid causing the lashes to rub against the eye surface.

As you can probably imagine this is very painful resulting in irritation and scratches to the eye.

One of our vets has operated to correct Mr Mango's eyelids to prevent them rolling in. He will soon make a full recovery and is already much more comfortable.

Mr Mango is currently rather shy but we hope he will soon improve in confidence.

UPDATE 15TH MAY: GOOD NEWS MR MANGO HAS FOUND A NEW HOME!


To enquire about Mr Mango, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

ARNIE

26th March: New arrival: Arnie, lived with an elderly man in Greenwich, he sadly died and when his home was cleared the cats were just let out into the communal garden to fend for themselves.

The three cats were all very frightened by the disruption of losing their owner and home. Our rescue team are feeding the other two who have become very shy and will hopefully be able to bring them into our care to be reunited with Arnie very soon.

Arnie is nervous and is approx 5 - 6 years old.

UPDATE 12th MAY: Arnie has turned a corner and is actually very friendly- a big softy at heart!



To enquire about Arnie, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

PART OF A GROUP OF 20!

We have just taken in 20 cats, they belonged to a couple who loved their cats but hadn't neutered them all and so ended up with lots of kittens that they then couldn't bear to part with.

Last year when they had 25 cats they contacted us for help. We neutered all the cats and at the time did offer to help find homes for some of them but they wanted to keep them all.

They live in a rented property and recently the Housing Association discovered the cats and ordered that they were to be rehomed or else the couple were to be evicted.

These cats are seeking new homes in pairs. They have previously lived as indoor only cats and would be suitable for an indoor only home or homes with a garden in a safe location.


To enquire about these cats, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

DANNY 16TH MAY: HOMED!

Danny was a stray that was living in a garden. We were contacted because he was in poor condition and looked unwell.

Danny has pancreatitis which can flare up and liver problems, he is currently being treated with steroids and is being fostered by one of our vets.

He is a friendly but very quiet adult cat and would be seeking a new home under our Long Term Foster Scheme whereby we would continue to provide his veterinary care via our Lewisham veterinary clinic.

UPDATE 16TH MAY: GOOD NEWS DANNY HAS FOUND A NEW HOME!


To enquire about Danny, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

BOWIE 15TH MAY: HOMED!

30th March: New arrival - friendly adult cat....

Bowie had been living stray and was not managing very well, he looked to be in poor condition and was not coping well with other cats, stray and owned in the area.

He was brought into our clinic to be treated, neutered and found a new home.

Bowie was thin and suffering with cystitis, for which he is being treated. He is a friendly cat who requires some T.L.C.

UPDATE 15TH MAY: GOOD NEWS BOWIE HAS FOUND A NEW HOME!


To enquire about Bowie, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

THREE CATS SEEKING A FOSTER HOME!

We rescued five cats last August from a house where conditions were completely squalid. They lived with their elderly owner who was living in an armchair just inside the front door, the rest of the house was piled from floor to ceiling with her belongings and rubbish.

One of our rescue team had been rescuing stray cats and their kittens in gardens further along the street, leaflets were posted door to door in attempt to locate where the stray mother cats originated from, it was whilst making these door to door enquiries that we discovered both the source of the cats and this lady.

The cats owner was clearly very mentally disturbed, her sister whose house it was had recently died and she was very distressed about this. At the same time as we became involved social services had also been alerted by local people. The lady was taken into hospital and is still there being cared for and treated for a mental health condition.

The house she was living in was taken back by the Council who owned it because it had been in her sisters name and not hers. She wants to be rehoused and have the cats back once she is well enough to be discharged from hospital.

This lady loves her cats - they are her life and we have no authority to be able to rehome them, therefore they are with us 'in limbo' just waiting for what we think could be a very long time. They have already been with us since August '11 and it is not fair for them to just wait in a cattery pen, in addition the pen cannot be used for other cats that urgently need to be rescued.

Two of the five cats are now in a foster home and we are urgently seeking a foster home for these three.

They are quiet, friendly, well behaved middle aged cats.

We can provide food and litter and will continue to provide all their veterinary care.

To enquire about these cats, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

SIX YOUNG CATS

30th March: Six bigger kittens were rescued from gardens in Peckham a few weeks ago. Their nervous mothers have been neutered and returned but these six are seeking new homes in pairs.

Initially they were a bit shy but our staff and volunteer socialisers have really worked hard with them to gain their confidence and apart from one black/white who is trying hard to resist their efforts they are now much more friendly and confident.

They are now about 9 months old and will need patient and understanding adult homes with a garden and cat flap.


To enquire about these cats, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

2nd APRIL: FLUFFY AND TIGER - seeking a very sprecial home.

Fluffy and Tiger were rehomed by us ten years ago. They were shy young cats and were taken on by some very patient and kind people. Tiger (tabby) became quite friendly with them but Fluffy (black) was always very shy.

For the first 8 years they lived as indoor only cats in a flat. Their owners then moved to a house with a garden where Fluffy and Tiger were allowed some outdoor access.

Problems began when their owners had a baby as both Tiger and Fluffy were both scared of a noisy baby who then became a fast moving toddler. When the couple were expecting their second child they contacted us as they felt they could no longer cope and that the cats would be completely overwhelmed by the arrival of a second child.

Fluffy is very shy, they have actually already been with us for 6 months, in this time Tiger has become calmer and will allow a bit of gentle stroking from trusted people but Fluffy is extremely nervous.

They are going to be very difficult to rehome and really need a very patient and understanding new owner. We don't feel that at their ages it would be fair to home them as outdoor feral cats so we are continuing to seek a 'normal', domestic home, preferable a home with a garden and cat flap but we would consider an indoor only home again for them.

To enquire about Fluffy and Tiger, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

BELLE

Belle is a very friendly, and vocal old female cat.

She was discovered wandering in the street and was brought into our clinic. We have put up 'Found Cat' posters in the area she was found in but have so far been unable to trace her owners.

She is approx 15 years old and is seeking a new home under our Long Term Foster scheme whereby we will continue to provide her veterinary care (except vaccinations and flea treatmemnt) via our Lewisham veterinary clinic.


To enquire about Belle, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

DAMIEN

May 4th: Damien was found shut in the communal areas of a block of flats in Greenwich.

He had been there several days when a caretaker rescued him and he was brought to us to seek a new home.

Damien is very friendly and is approx 2 years old.

To enquire about Damien, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

CHERRY

Cherry is a friendly but slightly shy 6 year old female cat.

Her owner has been made homeless but is hoping to have her back again therefore Cherry is currently seeking a short term foster home.

To enquire about Cherry, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

TOBIE AND ANNA

2nd April: Tobie and Anna were discovered a week ago shut in pet carriers and placed in a communal bin area.

Upon arrival they were both dehydrated and very underweight. They are both over 10 years old.

Anna (Brindle Tortie) is doing well and has gained some weight. Our vets remain concerned about Tobie who is still very thin and tests are being carried out to discover if she has any health problems other than having been neglected.

They are both friendly female cats.

To enquire about Tobie and Anna, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

ED

Ed was living stray in a garden when he suffered a leg injury and couldn't walk prperly.

He has been in our care since November and has slowly made a full recovery.

Ed can be initially shy but once he relaxes and gets to know you is a friendly cat.

An adult home is sought for Ed.

To enquire about Ed, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

SMUDGE - awaiting surgery and then seeking a new home....

2nd April: Smudge is a really delightful one year old female cat.
She is very friendly and adores cuddles.

Smudge was a much loved pet cat who has been given up for homing by her owner because she has urinary incontinence.

Our vets neutered her and have identified the cause of her incontinence which is best described as a rare internal plumbing problem. Ectopic (displaced) ureter is a congenital abnormality in which one or both ureters open into the urethra or vagina.
The Ureters are tubes that should carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder.
Currently Smudge has no control over when she passes urine.

We are hoping to be able to refer her for specialist veterinary treatment so that she can receive surgery to correct this problem and allow her to lead a normal life.

Updates about Smudge to follow....

UPDATE 18TH APRIL: Smudge is now booked to have further investigation to confirm her diagnosis on April 27th update to follow....


To enquire about Smudge, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

HONEYSUCKLE AND WALNUT

These two very shy cats are mother and daughter aged 10 and 9 and have been living in a back garden for several years until their owner moved and they came to us.

They are seeking an outdoor home again because they are not happy to be indoors.

A dry garden shed or outbuilding or a stables or smallholding would be ideal where they have shelter and regular good quality food.

As older feral cats they are past their rodent catching best so are just seeking someone who can give them a good home.


To enquire about these cats, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

FIZZ

A friendly stray who was brought in by the person who had been feeding her.

If we cannot locate her owner she will be seeking a new home.


To enquire about Fizz, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

NIPPER

6th April: More info about Nipper to follow soon.....





To enquire about Nipper, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

6th April: MITZI - FOSTERED

Mitzi and her four kittens are currently being fostered by Donna and will be seeking new homes when the kittens are weaned at 8-9 weeks old.

It would be lovely if we could find a home for Mitzi with two of her kittens and the other two to go as a pair.

"Hi My name is Mitzi and I am a proud mother to four kittens.
I am a loving cat but can sometimes be a little bit frightened, its no wonder with my start to life.
I love chicken and cheese and every now and again a small bowl of lactose free milk.
My foster mum (Donna) treated me and my kittens to some toy mice (catnip), a mouse on a stick and some balls, we have great fun playing with them, in fact I was so excited when she had come home from shopping that I went down the toy bag and helped myself to one of the mice!."

To enquire about Mizi and her kittens, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

MARY J AND ALFIE - Fostered

Mary J and her son Alfie are being fostered by Maria and are seeking a new home together.

UPDATE 12th MAY: Alfie adores his mum and it's not unusual to see them playing and chasing each other around the room. Mum is very placid and easy going, very friendly with other people and loves being tickled under the chin. Alfie is an active kitten that loves exploring around the house and playing hide and seek with the other 3 resident cats.

In my opinion they are suitable for a home with adults as well as children but mum is still very protective of little Alfie so will have to be a home with no other adult pets."


To enquire about Mary J and Alfie, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

SID AND DORIS - on waiting list

Sid and Doris's owner has sadly developed health problems and can no longer care for them. They are continuing to stay with their owner for the time being whilst we are hopefully able to find them a new home to go directly to.

"Sid and Doris are brother and sister and are 5 year old neutered cats. They are half-burmese and full of character. Sid is very extrovert whereas Doris is more shy. They would love a home with a garden to explore."

To enquire about Sid and Doris, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

IVY AND HER KITTENS

13th April; New arrivals...Ivy and her 3 kittens.

Ivy was found in a residential part of Dulwich College, she had given birth under some pipes and when they were discovered sadly two of her kittens were dead.

Ivy has three kittens - two tortie females and a ginger male.

Ivy is a lovely and friendly cat. She is currently being cared for at our Lewisham clinic as she arrived with an upset stomach.

We are ideally seeking a permanent new home for Ivy and a kitten where their new owners can foster the extra two kittens until they are weaned and ready for rehoming at 8-9 weeks old - unless of course someone would like to permanently adopt the whole family!

Alternatively a foster home is sought for this family until the kittens are weaned and the family can be split into two pairs.

To enquire about Ivy and her kittens, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

SEMI FERAL CATS SEEKING SAFE, UNDERSTANDING HOMES

We always need homes for rescued feral and semi-feral cats.
Lewisham Branch currently have 47 feral cats who are all rather shy seeking caring outdoor homes.

These cats have all been born outside to stray cats and were rescued as adults or adolescents and have not become friendly enough to rehome as domestic pets. They have all been rescued from situations where they could not be neutered and returned mainly due to demolition and redevelopment of their homes. Many have been rescued from industrial sites but some have come from garden settings where either no one would feed them or the cats were experiencing unacceptable levels of hostility/ cruelty.

They are seeking homes in pairs or family groups. Farms, stables, smallholdings and of course gardens are ideal. They require shelter in the form of cosy hay barns dry sheds or outbuildings. These cats are used to and require good quality food but in return they will act as an effective rodent patrol.

We rehome feral cats in Sussex, Kent, Surrey and to suitable London garden homes. We visit you first to discuss the needs of the cats and advise on suitability, the cats are delivered to you in an holding pen initially which they are kept in for 3 weeks to settle them in. C.H.A.T is always there to provide advice and assist should a rehomed feral become sick or injured and require help.

GARDEN CATS
We have lots of semi-feral cats, many have been living in gardens and are the offspring of stray and abandoned pet cats.
Instead of being able to neuter them and return as we would ideally aim to do these are cats that have had to be taken in due to redevelopment, feeder/ carers moving away or attacks by hostile humans. Given a chance in a domestic home they would stand a good chance of becoming tame over a few weeks or months. The problem is that there are so many cats that are borderline between feral and domestic and not enough suitable homes to give them that chance.
Since many of these cats were quite happy living in London gardens there really is no reason why more of them shouldn't be rehomed to garden homes again rather than waiting for homes at farms and stables which are in such short supply. They are all neutered and used to living with other cats so it is highly unlikely that there would be any territory issues between them and local cats.
C.H.A.T. will assist with catching and treatment should they get injured or unwell.

This may be the ideal solution if you or a family member is allergic to cats but you would really like to help. Or maybe you already have house cats and could not take any more in your house. Or you would just like to help give a home to some of our long-term cats who wonder when it will ever be their turn for a home.

An outbuilding or weatherproof garden shed will be required for shelter and the cats need to be fed the same amounts of good quality cat food as a pet cat would expect. They wll catch rodents which may be an added benefit for you but this is not to be considered as a food source.

For more on feral cats, see our feral cat page.

If you think you could offer some of these guys a home, please call us on 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email

18th April: BOBBY

Bobby is a friendly young male dog approx 9 months old.

An unwanted pet he was taken to the home of a member of our staff and is now seeking a new home.

Bobby is a good natured and obedient dog who responds well to basic commands.

Bobby is okay with other dogs but we feel he would be best in a home as an only dog or with larger calm female dog.

UPDATE 12th MAY: BOBBY IS NOW BEING CARED FOR AT ANOTHER RESCUE CENTRE NEAR HASTINGS AND IS STILL SEEKING A NEW HOME.

DOLLY

Dolly is a shy young female cat who had been living stray.

Our staff and volunteers are patiently trying to gain her trust.

Updates to follow.....

UPDATE 12TH MAY: Dolly is coming round to socilisation and really loves to be fussed, a very sweet little cat!

HOPPER

26th April; More info to follow soon...

MOLLY - on waiting list

Molly is a shy female cat who likes women but is fearful of men and other cats and is seeking a quiet adult ' women only' home.

Molly is staying in her current home in Beckenham for the time being whilst we search for a new and suitable home for her.


To enquire about Molly, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

CHLOE - on Waiting list needs home by 12th May - Back in the rescue centre

30th April: Chloe was rehomed by CHAT three years ago and is seeking a new home as her owners are moving abroad.

"Chloe is an affectionate, friendly cat, looking for a loving home.
She was originally rescued as a kitten from an old lady with over 50 cats, many of whom were ill and in need of some love and TLC. Three years on, she has been happily housed in Wandsworth , and is a good natured, gentle cat, that loves people, cuddles and playing in the garden.
Unfortunately, her owners are moving abroad for work, and are very sad that they are unable to take Chloe with them. She is therefore once again in need of a new home, preferably with outdoor space, so she can continue to enjoy loving attention and play.

She is healthy, fully house trained and used to having babies, children and a dog around her."

Update 12th May: Chloe is now back in the rescue centre still awaiting a new home.


To enquire about Chloe, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

TOBY

An unwanted pet, Toby is a friendly 10 month old male cat.


To enquire about Toby, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

ROCKY

Rocky is a very friendly one year old black male cat. He came into us after his owner died.

He likes other cats.

To enquire about Rocky, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

MY LOVE AND MY SON

These two male cats came into us because their owners were moving to India.

My-Love (ginger/white) is a friendly 17 month old male.

My-Son (black/white) is a friendly 3 year old male.

They are seeking a new home together.

To enquire about these two cats, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

PICKLE

Pickle was living stray near some flats.

She was very nervous upon arrival but has relaxed and is now much more friendly.


To enquire about Pickle, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

SOFTIE

Softie was living stray.


To enquire about Softie, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

SHEBA, KAHULA, COLA, PEPSI AND GUINESS

12th May: Sheba and her four kittens (all black/ white) are currently being fostered by Monique.


They will be seeking new homes in around four weeks time.


To enquire about this family, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

GEORGINA AND HENRY - Fostered

Georgina and Henry are being fostered by Gail and are seeking a new home together. Gail and her family are permanently giving a home to Georgina's other three kittens.

"Georgina is a fantastic mother to her kittens and is an affectionate and friendly cat. Henry is a playful and loving kitten who equally enjoys running around chasing balls and pieces of string and being picked up and having a cuddle. Georgina and Henry enjoy being together and Henry likes to play around his Mum and spend time curled up next to her."

"We have had a great time fostering Georgina and her four kittens Merlin, Humphrey, Florie and Henry. My children aged 7 and 11 have doted on them and have enjoyed playing with them, feeding them and having lots of cuddles. It has been amazing to see the personalities of the cats develop and we have found it a tremendously rewarding experience. We would recommend fostering a mother cat and a litter of kittens to anyone who loves cats and has the time to give to a small family."

To enquire about Georgina and Henry, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]

MINI AND ESME - fostered

Mini and Esme are being fostered by Lauren.

"Mini and Esme have been with us for four days and I am totally in love, I think they are probably the nicest cats we have ever had and will make wonderful pets and companions. They have settled in so quickly and are very happy in our flat but do need a loving permanent home to go to as soon as possible.

Mini is Esme’s mum, Mini is a young all black cat and very friendly. She is a real lap cat and loves snuggling up for a cuddle and a tickle behind the ear. She is very confident with people and loves a stroke. Esme is her 8 week old kitten and loves playing with string, news-paper balls, or even better her mum’s tail. She is very friendly and curious and loves to explore the room. They both love to play together and with you, and then once they have tired themselves out, they love to climb up onto your lap where it’s warm and fall asleep.

Esme is a little bit nervous of hands coming at her so it would probably be best not to home her with grabby children but once she is playing a game she forgets all about her nerves and climbs all over you! The more confident she gets with you, the more she will let you stroke her.

They are both fully house-trained – mum has taught her baby very well! They are vaccinated and wormed and mum is spayed so they are ready to go to a loving, safe and permanent home as soon as one is found for them."

To enquire about Mini and Esme, or to find out about other animals at Lewisham, please telephone 0208 694 6545 or send CHAT an email to lewisham@celiahammond.org [Please include a contact phone number]