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Cat and kitten rehoming centres covering London (East). Adopt a cat from your local rescue shelter.

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Organisations are listed alphabetically. Please browse through the page to locate rescues nearest you.


Ace Cat and Kitten Rescue

Based in Coulsdon, Croydon. Ace Cat and Kitten Rescue is involved in the rescue and rehoming of cats and kittens in the Surrey and London areas. All kittens are neutered at 16 weeks and all adults will be neutered prior to homing; all cats and kittens will be microchipped.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Help! Fosterers Needed: Ace Cat & Kitten Rescue are looking for fosters, please contact them if you are interested in helping.
Tel: 07904 271845
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Ace Cat and Kitten Rescue's Facebook Page

Animal Samaritans

Registered Charity no. 295345
Baed near Welling, re-homing unwanted and ill-treated animals in the South London and North-West Kent area. Run by unpaid volunteers, Animal Samaritans re-home over 200 cats and kittens each year. They also run a pet bereavement service for those who have recently lost a much loved pet.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Postal address: Animal Samaritans, PO Box 154, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA16 2WS
Tel: 0203 745 9859
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Website: www.animalsamaritans.org.uk

Battersea Dogs & Cats Home

Registered Charity no. 206394
Covering London. Battersea Dogs & Cats Home cares for between 400 and 500 dogs and 100 - 150 cats at any one time. Prior to rehoming, every dog and cat is microchipped, neutered, and vaccinated. New owners receive one year's free Petsafe ID, plus behavioural and veterinary background, and have access to their Behavioural Hotline.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the rehoming centre as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Lost & Found Register: Lost Cats Line: 020 7627 9308
Help! Volunteers Needed: In addition to approximately 200 permanent staff, around 150 volunteers are needed to help the animals, either by walking dogs or 'socialising' both dogs and cats. Can you help?
Rehoming Centre: 4 Battersea Park Road, London, SW8 4AA
Tel: 0800 001 4444 or 020 7627 9279
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Website: www.battersea.org.uk

Cat Squad South East

Registered Charity no. 1195112
Please Note: This is a small charitable organisation, with limited spaces available. Only stray cats without owners can be taken in.
A small charitable organisation based in Southend-on-Sea, covering Essex and East London. Stray cats are taken into care and rehabilitated by caring foster parents, until they are ready for rehoming. All cats are vet treated, neutered and microchipped before rehoming.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Microchipping Assistance: Cat Squad have fully qualified microchip implanters who will come to your home to microchip your cat.
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Website: www.catsquad.org

Catcuddles Sanctuary (The)

CatCuddles Cat Homing PageRegistered Charity no. 1147971
Based in Greenwich, covering London & West Kent. Taking in, assessing, rehabilitating and rehoming pre-loved cats and kittens that need new forever homes, due to unavoidable changes in family circumstances. This is achieved through a fostering network, with fostering hubs both in North and South London. All cats receive veterinary care, up to date vaccinations, flea and worm treatment, microchipping and neutering. The sanctuary provides a home environment where each kitty has 1-2-1 affection and lives in its own quarters in a custom built residential annexe with heating, insulation, lighting and music. Catcuddles also aims to help senior citizens care for their furry friends, and believe that cats are therapy to humans and should stay with them as long as possible.
Adopt a Cat: See Cats for Homing at This Shelter
Tel: 02081 232230
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Website: www.catcuddles.org.uk

Cats Better East London

Cats for Rehoming at Cats Better East LondonCovering East London. Established in 2004, rescuing, rehabilitating, rehoming and neutering stray cats in East London. All cats are neutered and microchipped before being rehomed. A home visits is required to ensure that each cat is matched with the right home for them. Cats Better also carries out TNR (trap neuter release) and provides daily feeders for feral cats in E6, E7, E12, E13, E16 and surrounding areas, as well as providing discreet shelters in winter. Stray cats are scanned for a microchip enabling them to be reunited with their owners.
Please Note: Cats Better are over capacity and ARE NOT ABLE to take any more cats in.
Adopt a Cat: See Cats for Homing at This Shelter
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Cats Better East London's Facebook page

Cats Protection - Bexley & District

Registered Charity no. 203644
Covering areas between Thamesmead, S E London and Meopham, Kent. Finding good homes for cats and kittens in need, supporting and encouraging the neutering of cats and kittens and providing cat welfare advice.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the branch as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Neutering Assistance: Cats Protection offer a means tested scheme to neuter your cat for £10 at selected UK vet practices. Please contact 03000 12 12 12 then option 2 for the neutering department between 9:30am – 1pm to find out more.
Lost & Found Register: If you have lost or found a cat in this area, email Bexley & District Cats Protection as below.
Rescue and Adoption - Tel: 07880 471333
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Website: www.cats.org.uk/bexley
National CP Helpline: 03000 12 12 12

Cats Protection - Blackheath & Deptford

Registered Charity no. 203644
Covering SE3, SE4, SE8 and SE14 (Blackheath, Brockley, Deptford and New Cross). The branch gives a second chance to the cats and kittens in their care by finding them the right home as soon as possible.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the branch as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Neutering Assistance: Cats Protection offer a means tested scheme to neuter your cat for £10 at selected UK vet practices. Please contact 03000 12 12 12 then option 2 for the neutering department between 9:30am – 1pm to find out more.
Lost & Found Register: Blackheath & Deptford CP operates a lost and found service for cats in their area.
Support Shop: 18 Old Dover Road, Westcombe Park, Blackheath, SE3 7BT. 
Tel: 020 8853 8666
Email: via the ’Contact Us’ form on the Cats Protection Blackheath & Deptford website
Website: www.cats.org.uk/greenwich
National CP Helpline: 03000 12 12 12

Cats Protection - Bromley

Registered Charity no. 203644
This branch is run entirely by a small team of unpaid volunteers, and they do not have a central shelter like some Cats Protection branches. Instead, the cats taken in are cared for in the homes of foster volunteers.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the branch as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Neutering Assistance: Cats Protection offer a means tested scheme to neuter your cat for £10 at selected UK vet practices. Please contact 03000 12 12 12 then option 2 for the neutering department between 9:30am – 1pm to find out more.
Lost & Found Register:  See Bromley Cats Protection website for details.
Postal Address: Bromley Cats Protection, PO Box 840, Orpington, BR6 1HJ
Tel: 020 71180 351
Email: Via the contact form on the CP - Bromley website.
Website: www.cats.org.uk/bromley
National CP Helpline: 03000 12 12 12

Cats Protection - Croydon

Registered Charity no. 203644
Based in Croydon. Rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming stray and unwanted cats. Croydon CP cares for between 50 and 250 cats and kittens at any one time, all needing permanent loving homes. The cats are cared for in foster homes, until their ideal home can be found. 
Adopt a Cat: Contact the branch as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Neutering Assistance: Cats Protection offer a means tested scheme to neuter your cat for £10 at selected UK vet practices. Please contact 03000 12 12 12 then option 2 for the neutering department between 9:30am – 1pm to find out more.
Lost & Found Register: Croydon CP operates a lost and found service for the Croydon area. Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Support Shop: 13 High Street, Purley, Surrey, CR8 2AF (Open: Mon - Sat, 10am - 4pm)
Tel: 020 8763 0072
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Website: www.cats.org.uk/croydon
National CP Helpline: 03000 12 12 12

Cats Protection - Eltham, Sidcup & District

Registered Charity no. 203644
Based in Eltham. Run by volunteers, this branch cares for unwanted and stray cats until their ideal homes can be found. The branch would love to hear from you if you could offer a loving home to one of the cats in their care, or if you would like to help in any way.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the branch as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Neutering Assistance: Cats Protection offer a means tested scheme to neuter your cat for £10 at selected UK vet practices. Please contact 03000 12 12 12 then option 2 for the neutering department between 9:30am – 1pm to find out more.
Tel: 07591 120 331
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Website: www.cats.org.uk/elthamsidcup
National CP Helpline: 03000 12 12 12

Cats Protection - Lea Valley

Cats for Rehoming at Cats Protection - Lea ValleyRegistered Charity no. 203644
Covering postcodes: EN1, EN2, EN3, EN4, EN6, EN7, EN8, EN9, N9, N18, N21 and CM20. Lea Valley Cats Protection helps to home around 200 cats every year. The branch is staffed entirely by volunteers. 
Adopt A Cat: See Cats for Homing at This Shelter
Neutering Assistance: Cats Protection offer a means tested scheme to neuter your cat for £10 at selected UK vet practices. Please contact 03000 12 12 12 then option 2 for the neutering department between 9:30am – 1pm to find out more.
Support Shop:
145 Chase Side, Enfield, Middlesex, EN2 0PN 
Postal Address: 145, Chase Side, Enfield, North London, EN2 0PN.
Tel: 0333 567 4746 (08.30 - 18.30 Mon to Fri. 09.00 - 17.00 Sat)
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Website: www.cats.org.uk/leavalley
National CP Helpline: 03000 12 12 12

Cats Protection - North London Cat Adoption Centre

Registered Charity no. 203644
Based in Archway. Rescuing and rehoming unwanted and abandoned domestic cats across the North London area. Dedicated to finding good homes for cats in need as well as supporting and encouraging the neutering of cats and improving people's understanding of cats and their care.
Adopt a Cat: Visit the branch's website and complete an enquiry about their cats needing homes.
Neutering Assistance: Cats Protection offer a means tested scheme to neuter your cat for £10 at selected UK vet practices. Please contact 03000 12 12 12 then option 2 for the neutering department between 9:30am – 1pm to find out more.
Rehoming Cattery: 135 Junction Road, Archway, London, N19 5PX. See the adoption centre website for cats needing homes.
Tel: 020 7272 6048
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Website: www.cats.org.uk/northlondon
National CP Helpline: 03000 12 12 12

Cats Protection - Waltham Forest & Redbridge

Registered Charity no. 203644
Covering postcodes E4, E10, E11, E17, E18 and IG8. Within this area, Cats Protection - Waltham Forest & Redbridge help with adoption, neutering and information. They also help with feral cats in their area by neutering them.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the branch as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Neutering Assistance: Cats Protection offer a means tested scheme to neuter your cat for £10 at selected UK vet practices. Please contact 03000 12 12 12 then option 2 for the neutering department between 9:30am – 1pm to find out more.
Tel: 02081 080701
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Website: www.cats.org.uk/waltham
National CP Helpline: 03000 12 12 12

Celia Hammond Animal Trust (CHAT) - Canning Town

Cats for Rehoming at Celia Hammond Animal Trust - Canning TownRegistered Charity no. 293787
Covering Essex, West Kent and East London. The Celia Hammond Animal Trust run low cost neuter clinics, for those on a low income, as well as an extensive rehabilitation and rehoming service for stray and unwanted animals in London and throughout the South East. They also run a sponsorship scheme for their un-homeable cats.
Adopt a Cat: See Cats for Homing at This Shelter
Neutering Assistance: Neutering assistance for Cats and Dogs is available at the centre.
Help! Semi-Feral Cats Needing Homes:
The Trust are desperate to find homes for some of their semi-feral cats. At the last count they had over 200 semi feral cats currently in care, who need safe, understanding homes. Many will be fine in a rural or semi rural situation, such as farms, smallholdings or stables. Please call if you could offer a suitable home.
Neuter Clinic & Rescue Centre - Canning Town: 151-153 Barking Road, Canning Town, London, E16 4HQ. Viewing cats at the centre is by appointment only.
Tel: 020 7474 8811 (10am - 5.30pm)
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Website: www.celiahammond.org

Celia Hammond Animal Trust (CHAT) - Lewisham

Celia Hammond Animal Trust Lewisham Cat Homing PageRegistered Charity no. 293787
The Celia Hammond Animal Trust run low cost neuter clinics for those on a low income, as well as an extensive rehabilitation and rehoming service for stray and unwanted animals in London and throughout the South East. They also run a sponsorship scheme for their un-homeable cats. See their web site for details.
Adopt a Cat: See Cats for Homing at This Shelter
Neutering Assistance: Neutering assistance for Cats and Dogs is available at the centre.
Help! Semi-Feral Cats Needing Homes: The Trust are desperate to find homes for some of their semi-feral cats. At the last count they had over 200 semi feral cats currently in care, who need safe, understanding homes. Many will be fine in a rural or semi rural situation, such as farms, smallholdings or stables.
Neuter Clinic & Rescue Centre - Lewisham: 233 / 235 Lewisham Way, London, SE4 1UY. Open Day Every Saturday 1pm – 5pm. At other times viewing the cats is by appointment only.
To Adopt a cat - Tel: 0208 694 6545
Neutering Enquiries - Tel: 020 8691 2100
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Website: www.celiahammond.org

Croydon Animal Samaritans

Cats for Rehoming at Croydon Animal SamaritansRegistered Charity no. 1067498
Croydon Animal Samaritans take in stray and unwanted cats throughout South London and Surrey. All cats are provided with vet care, and neutered before rehoming (kittens rehomed on agreement that this is carried out by the new owners). Homes are especially needed for older cats, who give so much love, in return for nothing more than regular meals and a comfy lap. Croydon Animal Samaritans operate a non-destruction policy.
Adopt a Cat: See Cats for Homing at This Shelter
Help! Foster Homes Needed: Temporary cat foster homes always needed. If you can help, please email as below.
Postal Address: 236 Pampisford Road, South Croydon, CR2 6DB.
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Website: www.croydonanimalsamaritans.co.uk

Feline Friends London

Cat Homing Page for Feline Friends LondonOperating across London. A group of experienced cat rescuers and veterinary professionals helping cats in need. This includes offering sanctuary to stray cats, including sick, injured, pregnant & nursing strays; neutering & ensuring veterinary treatment when needed and providing general advice about cat care and what to do if you lose or find a cat. All the cats will be vet-checked, neutered, vaccinated, deflead, wormed, microchipped and come with 5 weeks’ free insurance. Kittens are rehomed having had at least one vaccination, with neutering assurance from the new owners they will be neutered by 6 months of age and kept in until then. A range of cats are always available for adoption, including indoor cats.
Adopt a Cat: See Cats for Homing at This Shelter
Help! Needed: Fosterers & Volunteers are always needed.
Tel: 07786 380572. Unless in emergency, calls can only be taken Mon, Tues, Wed & Fri 7pm to 9pm or Thurs, Sat & Sun 10am to 7pm.
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Website: www.felinefriendslondon.uk

Ginger Cat House Rescue (The)

Based in Worcester Park, covering Surrey and South East London. Taking in cats that are stray, poorly, pregnant, abandoned, evicted or generally in need of help. Every cat over 6 months is neutered and microchipped before rehoming.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
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Website: www.gingercathouserescue.com

GKK Animal Rescue - Essex

Cats for Rehoming at GKK Animal Rescue – EssexBased in Ilford. Rehoming throughout Essex and East London. GKK Animal Rescue is a foster-based rescue for dogs and cats who are at risk. They are a pro-neutering organisation, and home-checks and adoption fees apply.
Adopt a Cat: See Cats for Homing at This Shelter
Help! Foster Carers Needed: Committed and devoted animal lovers desperately needed to foster animals between homes.
Tel: 07542 894090
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Website: www.gkkanimalrescue.weebly.com

Last Chance Animal Rescue Centre

Registered Charity no. 1002349
Covering Kent, Surrey, Sussex and London. Rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming dogs, cats, rabbits and guinea pigs. All animals are health checked, inoculated & microchipped and are rehomed with 4 weeks free Pet Insurance. Last Chance Animal Rescue have a full neutering policy, and also operate a non destruction policy.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Tel: 01732 865530 or 01797 366620
Email: Via the Contact Form on Last Chance Animal Rescue Centre's Website
Website: www.lastchanceanimalrescue.co.uk

Lilly's Legacy Cat Rescue

Based in Stoke Newington, Hackney and run on a voluntary basis. Lillys Legacy helps stray and feral cat colonies, and seeks treatment for sick and injured cats. Following treatment and neutering / spaying, cats are either returned to their colony, or rehomed to a suitable forever home. Kittens born to rescued cats will be available for adoption from 12 weeks of age. Spaying / neutering & microchipping will be discussed in relation to each individual rescue. Home checks and adoption fees apply. Adoption enquiries are to be made via email or Facebook.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Help! Fosterers Needed: Cat fosterers are urgently needed.
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London Inner City Kitties (LICK)

Cats for Rehoming at London Inner City Kitties (LICK)Registered Charity No. 1181426
Covering Central, Northeast, Southeast and East London. LICK is a no-kill charity that takes in and rehomes abandoned cats, and those whose owners can no longer care for them. Many of their cats are indoor cats, and they operate with a network of fosterers. All cats are vaccinated, microchipped and treated for fleas and worms. All cats are neutered/spayed on arrival, or when they are of age.
Please Note: London Inner City Kitties are over capacity, and are not able to take any more cats in.
Adopt a Cat: See Cats for Homing at This Shelter
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Website: www.london-inner-city-kitties.org

Lulubells Rescue

Cats for Rehoming at Lulubells RescueRehoming cats and kittens throughout London and surrounding areas. All cats will be neutered and rehomed with a contract offering lifetime support from Lulubells, alongside the adoption fee.
Adopt A Cat: See Cats for Homing at This Shelter
Tel: 07711 053252
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Website: www.lulubellsrescue.com

Mayhew

Cats for Rehoming at MayhewRegistered Charity no. 1077588
Rehoming cats and dogs throughout London, and improving animal welfare internationally through education. Mayhew has been rescuing and caring for abandoned, abused and unwanted animals in London since 1886. All animals receive thorough behavioural and health assessments before rehoming. This includes microchipping, vaccinations, neutering, defleaing and worming. Mayhew operates a non-destruction policy.
Adopt a Cat: See Cats for Homing at This Shelter
Rehoming Centre: Trenmar Gardens, Kensal Green, London, NW10 6BJ. (Viewing times: 12:00 - 3:30 Tuesday to Friday and by Appointment Saturday to Monday)
Tel: 0208 962 8000
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Website: www.themayhew.org

Moonstone Rescue

Cats for Rehoming at Moonstone RescueBased near Hertford, covering London, Hertfordshire & Middlesex. Caring for animals in need including domestic and exotic animals as well as wildlife. Moonstone Rescue helps all cats including stray, disabled, and those with long term illnesses etc. All cats will be neutered as a part of the adoption fee.
Adopt a Cat: See Cats for Homing at This Shelter
Tel: 07707 140235
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Website: www.moonstonerescue.com

Orpington Cat Rescue

Cats for Rehoming at Orpington Cat RescueBased in Orpington, Kent. Taking cats / kittens in and caring for them until new new homes are found. Cats are fostered in homes or in their main cattery in Orpington. All cats / Kittens are vet checked, neutered, vaccinated, microchipped plus any other treatment required before rehoming. All homes are checked prior to adoption (or long-term fostering for cats with ongoing medical conditions, paid for by Orpington Cat Rescue). Kittens under 16 weeks are rehomed with neutering agreement via Orpington Cat Rescue.
Adopt a Cat: See Cats for Homing at This Shelter
Help!: Visit their website page 'How to Help' or call the rescue as below if you have any fundraising ideas.
Tel: 07799 264510
Website: www.orpingtoncatrescue.org.uk

Pedigrees (all breeds): Strawberry Persian Pedigree Cat Rescue UK

Cats for Rehoming at Strawberry Persian Pedigree Cat Rescue UKRehoming indoor only, pedigree-looking cats in England & Wales (usually around Worcs, Essex, East London, Durham and West Midlands). This small specialist, volunteer run rescue isn’t concerned about pedigree papers, but about the cats themselves. They help all breeds, including Persians, Persian Exotics, Maine Coons, NFC, Ragdolls, Birmans, Burmese, Siberian, Siamese, British Blue and other colours of British Shorthair, and others (no longer taking in Bengal cats). All cats are cared for in foster homes, as opposed to catteries.
Adopt a Cat: See Cats for Homing at This Shelter
Tel: 07722 826 935 (Call or Text)
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Website: www.strawberrypersianpedigreecatrescue.co.uk

PEDIGREES (ALL BREEDS): Street Animals & Pix 'n' Mix Pedigree Rescue

Cats for Rehoming at Street Animals & Pix ’n’ Mix Pedigree RescueThis is a small foster-based rescue based in Islington. Caring for and rehoming abandoned, abused and unwanted cats and kittens in London and the surrounding areas. They also rehome pedigree cats, pedigree mixed cats and pedigree looking cats. Prior to rehoming, all cats are neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and vet treated when necessary. Kittens will not be rehomed until they are old enough to be neutered.
Please Note: This rescue only rehomes to safe indoor only homes (cat proof gardens and safe windows and balconies will be accepted). However, they do occasionally have feral cats that can live on farms or safe environments with food and shelter.
Adopt a Cat: See Cats for Homing at This Shelter
Tel: 07519 250843
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Website: www.indooronlycatspixnmixpedigreesuk.com

Pippa’s Army Lost & Found Pets Havering & Thurrock

Cats for Rehoming at Pippa’s Army – Lost & Found Pets Havering & ThurrockBased in Grays, covering Havering & Thurrock. Rehoming cats that have been found homeless throughout Havering & Thurrock. They neuter any cats that come into their care, and all cat / kitten rehomings will be subject to a home check and a donation to Pippa’s Army.
Adopt a Cat: See Cats for Homing at This Shelter
Please Note: This Shelter is currently unable to take cats in. Please contact them if you wish to adopt a cat.
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Pippa’s Army – Lost & Found Pets Havering & Thurrock's Facebook Page

Protected Paws Animal Rescue

Registered Charity no. 1202369
Based in Kensington. Rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming stray and abandoned cats within London and surrounding areas. All cats will be neutered before rehoming.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the rescue as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Help! Cat Fosterers Needed: If you'd like to consider fostering a cat between homes, contact Protected Paws Animal Rescue as below.
Tel: 07983 354161
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Protected Paws Animal Rescue - Facebook Page

Purr Love

Registered Charity no. 1190588
Operating throughout London. Relieving the suffering of cats in need by placing them into foster homes, providing medical treatment and behavioural assessments to prepare them for adoption and rehoming. All cats are neutered prior to adoption. Purr Love also run local cat neutering campaigns, and advices the public in matters of responsible animal ownership and welfare.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the group as below to ask about cats needing homes.
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Purr Love Facebook Page

Rescue Remedies

Cats for Rehoming at Rescue RemediesRegistered Charity 1139407
Based in Horley. Rescuing and rehoming abandoned cats and dogs in Surrey, Sussex, West Kent and East London. All cats will be neutered before rehoming.
Adopt a Cat: See Cats for Homing at This Shelter
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Rescue Remedies Facebook Page

Rescued Animals In Need (RAIN)

Registered Charity no. 800145
Covering a wide area, including Bromley, Orpington, Sevenoaks, Edenbridge, Tonbridge, West Malling, Kings Hill, Tunbridge Wells, Maidstone, Westerham, Biggin Hill and surrounds. RAIN are a volunteer group aiming to rescue, rehabilitate and rehome cats and kittens, providing general care and any veterinary treatment needed.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes
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Rescued Animals In Need Facebook page

Retreat Animal Rescue (The)

Registered Charity no. 1105654
Bases in Crockenhill, Ashford and High Halden. The Retreat always has many cats looking for loving, permanent homes, and is also a sanctuary for a wide variety of animals. If you feel that you can give a good home to an animal please contact the Retreat as below. Home checks are always carried out. The retreat operates a strict no-kill policy. Visitors are welcome by appointment only
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Postal address: The Retreat, Brickyard Farm, Cripple Hill, High Halden, Kent, TN26 3LJ
Tel: 07369 289470 (8am - 6pm) or 07720 495238 (Emergencies outside office hours)
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Website: www.retreatanimalrescue.org.uk

RSPCA - Bromley & District

Registered Charity no. 210632
Covering postcodes: BR1, BR2, BR3 (1, 2, 3), BR4, BR5, BR6, BR7 and TN16 (3). Caring for unanted and stray animals until new, loving homes can be found.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the branch as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Neutering Assistance: Low cost neutering vouchers are available to those receiving benefits or on low income.
Microchipping: Microchipping events are held at various times throughout the year - check their website for details.
Postal Address: RSPCA Bromley and District Branch, PO Box 723, Bromley, BR2 9WR.
Tel: 07538 472822
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Website: www.rspca-bromleyanddistrict.org.uk
Cruelty Line: 0300 1234 999 (7am to 10pm), or for advice visit: RSPCA Help & Advice

RSPCA - Central London

Registered Charity no. 248489
Based in Mayfair. The RSPCA Central London branch, covers some of the most disadvantaged areas of London; rescuing and rehoming hundreds of sick, injured and abused animals every year. All adult animals for adoption are neutered, micro-chipped, vaccinated, vet-checked, treated for fleas and worms, and behaviourally assessed.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the branch as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Tel: 0207 272 2264 (branch emergency number: 07710 294 180)
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Website: www.rspcacentrallondon.org.uk
Cruelty Line: 0300 1234 999 (7am to 10pm), or for advice visit: RSPCA Help & Advice

RSPCA - East London & Havering

Registered Charity no. 285472
Covering the London boroughs of Newham, Tower Hamlets, and Hackney, Essex, Harold Hill and Havering areas. A small branch of the RSPCA that takes in, treats, cares for and rehomes cats in need, mainly via RSPCA inspectors in the East London Area. All cats are health checked by a vet, vaccinated, treated for fleas and worms, microchipped and neutered before rehoming. For cats below neutering age, the adopter must provide proof of neutering once old enough. The adoption process includes an application form, home visit & interview, and a discussion on cat care.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
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Website: www.sites.google.com/rspca-londoneast.org.uk
Cruelty Line: 0300 1234 999 (7am to 10pm), or for advice visit: RSPCA Help & Advice

RSPCA - Enfield & District Cattery

Registered Charity no. 210873
Covering in Enfield and the surrounding areas. Helping cats and kittens who are abandoned, unwanted, injured or sick. Restoring their health, spirit and confidence in humans, and finding them safe and loving homes. The branch also assists in local animal welfare cases and provides advice for members of the public on animal welfare.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the branch as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Neutering Assistance: Free neutering is available in some cases. Contact the branch for more information.
Help! Quality Goods Needed: Donations of good quality costume jewellery, dvds, books, jigsaws & games, china & glass, clean linen or good quality, clean clothes always welcome.
Support Shop: Horatio's Locker', 214 Baker St., Enfield.
Rehoming Centre: 45 Primrose Avenue, Enfield, Middlesex, EN2 0SZ. Open daily 1.30pm - 4pm (Closed Weds)
Tel: 0208 366 3313
Cruelty Line: 0300 1234 999 (7am to 10pm), or for advice visit: RSPCA Help & Advice

RSPCA - Essex South West

Registered Charity no. 240507
Covering from Dagenham & Barking in the South to Epping & Nazeing in the North, Waltham Abbey to the West and Abridge to the East. As with all RSPCA branches, Essex South West is an independent charitable trust, relying on it's own fundraising to support their animal welfare activities.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the branch as below to ask about cats needing homes.
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Website: www.rspca.org.uk/local/essex-south-west-branch
Cruelty Line: 0300 1234 999 (7am to 10pm), or for advice visit: RSPCA Help & Advice

RSPCA - Friern Barnet Adoption Centre

Registered Charity no. 219099
Covering London, rehoming cats and other animals, fundraising, raising awareness and providing pet care advice. The centre supports the local RSPCA animal hospital and branches with the rehabilitation and rehoming of rescued cats.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Rehoming Centre: RSPCA Friern Barnet Adoption Centre (Inside Pets at Home), Friern Bridge Retail Park, Friern Barnet, London, N11 3PW.
Tel: 0300 1230 594
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Website: www.rspca.org.uk/local/friern-barnet-adoption-centre
Cruelty Line: 0300 1234 999 (7am to 10pm), or for advice visit: RSPCA Help & Advice

RSPCA - London South East

Registered Charity no. 212444
Rehoming in Abbey Wood, Bermondsey, Blackheath, Brixton, Brockley, Brockwell Park, Camberwell, Catford, Clapham, Deptford, Dulwich, Eltham, Greenwich, Herne Hill, Grove Park and Mottingham, Honor Oak, Kennington, Lambeth, Lewisham, New Cross, Peckham, Plumstead. Rotherhithe, Surrey Quays, Stockwell, Streatham, Sydenham North, Thamesmead, West Norwood, Woolwich and Vauxhall.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the branch as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Neutering Assistance: Help is available with the cost of neutering cats to anyone on benefits or looking after strays. More details on their website.
Low Cost Veterinary Treatment: Providing treatment of animals in their coverage area, where the owner cannot afford it.
Tel: 07931 500418
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Website: www.rspca.org.uk/local/london-south-east-branch
Cruelty Line: 0300 1234 999 (7am to 10pm), or for advice visit: RSPCA Help & Advice

RSPCA - Purley, Caterham & District

Registered Charity no. 202399
Covering South Croydon, Addington, New Addington, Tatsfield, Selsdon, Sanderstead, Purley, Riddlesdown, Kenley, Whyteleafe, Hamsey Green, Coulsdon, Old Coulsdon, Chaldon, Caterham, Warlingham and Woldingham. RSPCA - Purley, Caterham & District has cats and kittens for adoption and offer advice and support to the public by telephone and email.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the branch as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Tel: 01883 625847
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Website: www.rspca.org.uk/local/purley-caterham-and-district-branch
Cruelty Line: 0300 1234 999 (7am to 10pm), or for advice visit: RSPCA Help & Advice

RSPCA - South London

Registered Charity no. 211283
Covering Croydon, Crystal Palace, Balham, Tooting, Colliers Wood, Mitcham and Wandsworth Common. The branch rescues, rehabilitates and rehomes cats in need.  All cats will have their first vaccination, and will be neutered and microchipped prior to rehoming; they are also given regular flea and worming treatments.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the branch as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Tel: 07548 840934
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RSPCA South London Branch's Facebook Page
Cruelty Line: 0300 1234 999 (7am to 10pm), or for advice visit: RSPCA Help & Advice

Safe Haven Animal Rescue

Cats for Rehoming at Safe Haven Animal RescueBased in Orpington. Covering Kent and South East London Safe Haven Animal Rescue work to rescue and rehome animals in need. Cats are kept in foster homes until the right home can be found for them. All cats are neutered where age appropriate and fully vaccinated prior to rehoming. Home checks apply.
Adopt a Cat: See Cats for Homing at This Shelter
Please Note: This Shelter is currently full. Please contact them if you wish to adopt a cat.
Tel: 07956 152859 or 07376 061701
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Safe Haven Animal Rescue's Facebook Page

Siamese: Siamese Cat Welfare Trust

Registered Charity no. 1072366
The SCWT operates a rescue, foster and re-homing service for unwanted adult siamese cats. Permanent, loving homes are often needed for adult cats. Please note, they do not have kittens for rehoming. The trust runs a sponsorship scheme for un-homeable cats. See their website for more details.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Lost & Found Register: To report a lost or found siamese cat, contact the relevant welfare officer below.
Rehoming contacts as follows:
Welfare Officer Tel: 01473 830894 (Not after 9pm please)
General enquiries and after hours welfare Tel: 020 8464 8857 (Urgent calls anytime - within reason)
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Website: www.siameserescue.org.uk

SNIP - Society to Neuter Islington’s Pussies

Based in Islington. SNIP specialises in resiting desperate feral and stray cats into stables and small holdings outside London.The cats are neutered, vaccinated, health checked and chipped and then resited to stables and small holdings where they will be fed and kept an eye on.
Neutering Assistance: If you are on a low income or state benefits, and live in Greater London you can get free neutering from SNIP, who are part of the Cat Care and Control Consortium: Tel: 0208 954 2265. Please visit the Cat Care and Control Consortium website.
Postal Address: SNIP, Box 145, 2 Lansdowne Row, London, W1J 6HL
Tel: 07342 784379
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SNIP - Society to Neuter Islington’s Pussies Facebook Page

Stokey Cats… and Dogs

Covering North London. 'Stokey Cats... and dogs' is a Volunteer group ready to help when a pet is lost, found or needs re-homing. All cats in their care are neutered/spayed, micro-chipped, treated for fleas and worms prior to re-homing. Kittens are rehomed in pairs, after neutering. Those too young are rehomed with a neutering agreement for the new owners. Should there be any unforeseen problems in the future, cats will be taken back into care.
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes.
Tel: 07408 873811
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Website: www.stokeycatsanddogs.org

Wanderers Haven Animal Sanctuary

Registered Charity no. 261874
Based in Upminster. Rescuing and finding homes for animals in need throughout Essex and the South East. Contact the sanctuary if you can offer a permanent, loving home to an animal, or if you would like to sponsor one of their permanent residents. All cats are neutered before adoption (those too young are rehomed with a neutering agreement).
Adopt a Cat: Contact the shelter as below to ask about cats needing homes
Rehoming Sanctuary: Front Lane, Cranham, Upminster, East London, RM14 1LW. Open by appointment only.
Tel: 07763 646 257 (9am - 6pm)
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Wanderers Haven Animal Sanctuary Facebook Page

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Cinnamon Trust - Homes Needed UK Wide
Cat Fosterers and permanent homes always needed. The Cinnamon Trust (the National Charity for the elderly, the terminally ill and their pets, Reg. charity. 293399) are looking for more volunteer homes throughout the UK. Pet free homes are needed for short-term fostering of cats whose owners are in hospital or respite care. Permanent homes needed for cats whose owners have died or who are no longer able to care for them. The Cinnamon Trust is not a rescue shelter and cannot take unwanted cats in. Please contact the Trust as follows if you could help: Tel. 01736 757900 or visit: www.cinnamon.org.uk

 

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