Cats Protection

Dogs Trust and Cats Protection join forces to call for new laws to protect pet-owning tenants

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 02/12/2023 - 9:45am

The UK is a nation of animal lovers, but with under half of the nation’s landlords advertising their properties as pet friendly*, it can be difficult for renters to share in the joy pets bring.

Further to this, animal charities across the UK are experiencing an increase in the number of animals needing their support, with many owners citing housing issues as a reason for rehoming their pets.

Around one in ten of those owners calling Dogs Trust cite issues with housing as the reasons for needing to rehome their dog. This includes people being forced to move or downsize as...

Charity celebrates as lockdown homing proves more successful than imagined

Charity celebrates as lockdown homing proves ‘more successful than imagined’ 

Cats Protection is celebrating the first anniversary of a pioneering online adoption process which has rehomed over 20,000 cats around the UK.

The milestone figure coincides with National Pet Month (April) and the one-year anniversary of the launch of Hands Free Homing, a new way of homing cats and kittens which was created in response to the coronavirus restrictions. It has been more popular than the charity could have predicted.

David and Daniel Barratt adopted Neptune from Cats Protection Exeter Axhayes Adoption Centre.

David says: “We adopted Neptune during...

Simple steps to keep your cat happily purring

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 08/22/2017 - 12:11pm

Cats Protection has outlined a series of steps which can be taken to help keep felines safe throughout the year.

Although cats often enjoy exploring, their curiosity can lead them into trouble. A few simple measures can help keep cats away from danger and enjoying life.

Keep cats inside during hours of darkness. Cats are at increased risk of road injuries and theft after nightfall. Keeping cats indoors overnight and timing meals to coincide with rush hour will help keep cats away from busy roads.

Ensure cats are neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. Making sure...

Cats, coffee and royalty

Event Date: 
23/04/2016 - 11:00am to 2:00pm
Venue: 
Exeter Axhayes Cat Protection adoption centre, off Sidmouth Road, Exeter

Exeter Axhayes Cat Protection adoption centre are holding another of their popular coffee mornings, the theme this time being to celebrate HM The Queens 90th Birthday & St Georges Day on Saturday 23rd April 2016 Starting at 11am until 2pm, come meet the cats, staff and volunteers and have a coffee and a cake.

The centre is situated opposite the Exeter City FC Training ground on Sidmouth Road, just past the Cat & Fiddle pub.For more info visit www.axhayes.cats.org.uk or call 01395 232 377

Help find homeless cats a home this Christmas

Exeter Axhayes cat protection adoption centre has many cats and kittens all looking for new loving homes. Two of the longer stayers are Maria and Coby.

Coby is a 6 year old Devon Rex. This handsome boy finds himself here after his owner had to move house and sadly couldn’t take him with her. He is friendly and enjoys a lap to sit when he’s in the mood. As you see he’s a stunning Devon Rex, he is looking for a home with someone who has knowledge of the breed so they can meet all of his needs. This may require living as an indoor cat to protect his coat from the elements.

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Christmas coffee morning & Santa Paws appeal launch

Event Date: 
12/12/2015 - 11:00am to 2:00pm
Venue: 
Axhayes adoption centre, Sidmouth Road, Exeter

Saturday 12th December 2015 at Axhayes adoption centre, Sidmouth Road, Exeter see their Christmas Coffee Morning 11-2. This event also officially launches their Santa Paws appeal. More details call 01395 232377 or visit www.axhayes.cats.org.uk

Axhayes launches Santa Paws Appeal

Saturday 12th December 2015 sees the launch of this years Exeter Axhayes adoption centre annual Santa Paws Appeal.

The launch coincides at their ever popular Coffee morning. The coffee morning starts at 11am and goes on until 2pm and is being held at Axhayes adoption centre, Sidmouth Road, Exeter. opposite the Exeter AFC training ground.Come along, meet the many cats and kittens, chat to the staff and volunteers and have a cuppa and a cake.

The Santa Paws appeal was first held in 2013 and since proved to be a very big success. The centre are hoping that this years appeal...

Easter Eggstravaganza and Open Day

Event Date: 
18/04/2014 - 11:00am
Venue: 
Exeter Axhayes Adoption Centre, Little Hill Cottage, Clyst Honiton, Exeter

Join us at our adoption centre on Friday 18 April from 11am there will be plenty of fun for all!

There will be an Easter egg hunt, magician, bird of prey display, fun dog agility show, a selection of stalls, cream teas, ice cream, barbecue, and prizes to be won from our raffles and tombolas.

To make your trip to the centre complete, you can meet our adorable cats and kittens. We have many playful, loving and affectionate feline companions ready and waiting for a home like yours!

Admission is free with a donation of cat food.

All of the money raised from this...

Axhayes long stayers need loving homes

Buster (3 year old female tabby and white cat)

Buster is a very sweet young lady who is looking for a quiet home where she can gain confidence and be encouraged to develop her full potential. She is still a little hesitant around people but we are sure she will be just fine if you are willing to be patient until she gets to know you. You will need a home with a safe garden away from busy roads and traffic as she has never been outside. Could you be the one to give her the chance of a new life?

Fantasia (3 year old female black cat)

Fantasia is a very sweet little...

Can you spare some time to help Axhays Cats Protection Centre?

Exeter Axhayes Cats Protection Adoption Centre are looking for volunteers to help with a collection over the weekend of 21 - 23 March 2014.

The centre are looking for people who are willing to stand and rattle a collection tin for a few hours over the weekend.

It is an in-store event therefore you will be indoors out of the cold.

If you are willing to give a few hours for this or for any event please give the centre a call on 01395 232377 or email friendsofaxhayes@gmail.com

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