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15/02/10 Sparkle's happy ending

We got a lovely letter from Sparkle today and he says he would like to stay forever in his purfect new home. It was high time he found a home of his own, such a nice gentleman shouldn't live for years in a sanctuary and I'm surprised it took so long for someone to love him.

He sounds so happy and his only complaint so far has been the hoover. I don't know what he means because they're lovely and warm to sit on once you get over the noise they make. My mum sweeps every day now that we have no carpet [honestly it wasn't me kept doing sneaky pee-pee in the corner mum] and I miss my hoover. When I was a baby I fitted just right...

Mum's also been sent pictures of Minty looking like a princess in her new home so I will nag her to upload them asap because lots of you have asked about her.

Munchkin
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14/02/10 Love birds

I'm told today is all about love and here's a picture of the little snack I would love to catch! Pesky thing bounces about outside the window while I write my blog and all I can do is watch wide eyed. Tis a huge distraction I assure you.
My valentine breakfast?
Lots of visitors came by today and several of my friends have been reserved, pending home checks. We have so many cats waiting to come in that even though we'll miss everyone who leaves at least we know they are making room for more who are in need.

Happy Valentines Day xxx

Munchkin
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12/02/10 I guess Silver's staying longer

It's been a week now since Silver was featured in the Diss Express but so sadly we haven't received a single call about her yet. I like to still think they must have just forgotten to leave a message and her new home is just around the corner!

Jerry, one of our older residents had a bad eye and it's looking increasingly bad so there is worry it may lead to surgery. Please can you all do the paw crossing thing again for me because it's so sad for a cat of advanced years to have to risk an operation.

Some good news, mum heard from Minty's new owners today who reported she is settling very well. She was over-grooming a patch on her back before she left and they are sure new fur is already growing through. It sounds like she is being spoilt rotten and is happier than ever.

Vivienne wasn't in our shop today because she has had a nasty chest infection. Apparently she is already well on the mend but... get well soon anyway Vivienne!

I have to get catching some more mice because it's been days you know. I hear there is a solitary mouse living in the feed room (yes, surrounded by cats!) but no one will let me in to get it. They are waiting for a humane mouse trap so I still hope to intercept when it finally gets caught!

Munchkin
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10/02/10 Four lovely surprises!

This evening mum came back from Kent after 10 hours on the road with four new moggies! She went for a meeting with our Trustees and to make extra use of the journey took some cat biscuit to another sanctuary in the area. We have often shared with Happy Endings Rescue and they have helped to home some of our most difficult cases such as the notorious one eyed Charlie, destined to a life in captivity without their help. So when we are able to help in return we are always happy to do so.

Have a look at their website: www.happyendingsrescue.org

As the whole gang have been vaccinated and quaratined in isolation at the other sanctuary they were able to go straight into our communal areas. Mum says she shouldn't have favourites but Jeffrey, an enormous tabby and white neutered male, is absolutely gorgeous. No doubt I'll never meet him because if he's that gorgeous he will soon find a home!

And my grrr for today is with the nasty toad who drove into our gate post, ripping it out of the ground. How mean and rude not to admit or offer to fix their mistake. The post was put in to stop lorries who had frequently reversed into our gates using our drive as a turning point. Hopefully Michael will be able to mend it and I hold out hope for an anonymous donation by way of apology (don't worry, I won't be holding my breath!)

Munchkin
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09/02/10 One leaves...

Pusskins, the feral with a haircut went home today. Mum says I have to stop calling her a feral because she was friendly enough to be picked up so she is officially semi-feral now! The A&B Tyres men had always thought their big, bushy cat was a tom so they are now getting used to there being a female about the place.

Because she is quite an elderly cat they asked her future living outdoors, especially since she has got so confident with people over the years. Mum agreed that when she starts to find life a bit tough and is growing needier then she can move in here. She's too soft but of course Pusskins will be welcome!

Almost as soon as Pusskins had left along came Squeak, found begging for food weeks ago, who has been waiting patiently for a space to become available here. Because he had someone feeding him and a roof over his head we had no choice but to take in other higher priority cases sooner. One day we will have room for every cat who needs us but not until stupid humans stop breeding more and more kittens....

Munchkin
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01953 718529

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Email:
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Roudham Road
East Harling
NR16 2QN

OPEN TO VISITORS ON THE LAST SUNDAY OF EVERY MONTH BETWEEN 11-2pm

PLEASE NOTE: WE ARE OPEN FOR VIEWING STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT ONLY AT ALL OTHER TIMES
Sadly if you turn up without an appointment we are unlikely to be able to show you round.

Can you help?

All of the cats in our care are looking for their dream home so please get in touch if you think you could offer them it!

Information for potential owners

Thank you for considering adopting your pet from a Rescue Centre.

When you visit the Centre we will show you the cats or kittens we think are suitable for you, your home and your lifestyle based on the information you give us. It is essential to us that we match cats to their owners to the best of our ability as we only want the very best for our moggies!

Taking on a new animal can have its problems, so please listen to our advice, and if you have any questions please feel free to ask. The following is important when considering adoption:

The cat /s or kitten/s must be for YOU and NOT for any other person
All potential owners must be 'homechecked' to ensure you and the cat you have chosen are suitable for each other
We have a minimum donation policy for each of our cats. If you cannot afford a donation then you must question your ability to care for your cat properly. The donation we ask for is minimal compared to the cost of good quality food and routine veterinary care so if you cannot afford it we would rather you did not have a pet
Without your donation we cannot continue to help the thousands of animals abused, unloved and unwanted every year. This centre is run almost entirely by volunteers and we rely on the generosity of our supporters. PLEASE GIVE WHAT YOU CAN!
You must be able to afford private vet bills and not use other charities such as The PDSA
As the neutering of cats is such a large part of reducing the numbers of unwanted animals please note that we WILL NOT REHOME AN ANIMAL IF YOU HAVE A CAT OVER 6 MONTHS OLD THAT HAS NOT BEEN NEUTERED
All cats/kittens will have had a minimum of their first vaccination and will have been routinely treated for fleas and worms

Costs involved:

We ask for a minimum donation of £35 per cat. This rarely covers the costs involved in rescuing a cat so any further donation you can make is greatly appreciated. Our current average cost of care per cat is £163!
All our cats are microchipped before leaving the centre. This is to ensure their future safety and for our peace of mind. If you wish for the microchip to be registered to you (as the new owner) we ask that you pay £10 per cat.
Any kitten under 5 months of age will not have been neutered. To ensure your kitten is neutered by 6 months of age we ask that you pay a 'neutering deposit' which is refunded to YOUR VET (or you in some rare circumstances) after neutering. As the price of neutering varies between vets and for males and females we ask for £25 per kitten. Neutering should then be carried out by our vet, Paul Jarman Veterinary Surgery in Attleborough, and you will only be charged the remainder. If you wish for the neutering to be carried out at your local vet please discuss this at the time of adoption.
Please note that we accept cash and/or cheques only and cannot take credit card payments.