Finding Forever Homes for Cats in Bristol and Wales
Hello, we’re Bristol and Wales Cat Rescue, a small and friendly group of volunteers dedicated to finding loving homes for cats and kittens in need.
We rescue, foster and rehome hundreds of cats every year across the South West and Wales, cats that have been badly treated, abandoned or just unwanted. Most of our pusses have no special requirements, and are waiting to spend an afternoon purring away on a comfy sofa.
We do things a little different around here. All of cats are fostered either in our own homes or in purpose-built, warm, secure pens in our gardens. We don’t have any sterile facilities, and we don’t put cats to sleep unless it’s the only option recommended by a vet.
Nothing makes us happier than seeing a cat or kitten find their forever home, which is why we accept adoptions from families with lots of different lifestyles and locations.
Latest Cats Looking for Fur-ever Homes
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Hope
Foster in BristolShe didn't choose the mum life, the mum life chose her sadly and, after several litters of kittens, she's finally to be spayed. She doesn't know it yet but a lovely new life awaits her instead of living rough and giving birth over and over again in a garden.She's about 18 months old and would like a quieter home with no young children or other pets as she learns what love and safety is all about for the first time. Oh and comfy beds, regular meals, toys and treats! She'd also like a garden away from busy roads for a sunbathe and a potter when she chooses, rather than a nursery for her rambunctious little munchkins.Hope will be available in a couple of weeks when she's been spayed, chipped and started her vaccinations. 
Louie
Foster in Bristol, ReservedA special home needed for a special boy
Just before Louie turned 1 he was hit by a car and miraculously survived 25-30 skull fractures and multiple surgeries. Today Louie is a gentle healthy 6-year-old who is full of life, curiosity and love.One eye, no teeth and permanent "Tongue out Tuesday" candidacy just enhancing his cheeky personality!He often joins my work calls by climbing onto my lap wanting cuddles, winning my colleagues over while lovingly staring at me. He is just one big loving cuddlebug.Visitors we like as that means more attention and extra hands to give cuddles.Personal space does not exist in Louie’s world; he will have your pillow and be as close to you as possible.Louie loves to cuddle, sleep, play and explore. And food! He would love to help eating your food so you need to keep an eye on edibles as he can only eat pate or mousse type food as he's unable to chew.There's no hiding the fact - he is a messy eater! He has 3 meals a day and needs his face wiping each time otherwise he proceeds to groom himself and flick food everywhere.In his previous home he could come and go as he pleased through the cat flap, and did his business in the outside world. While in foster care he has been using a litter tray and he likes the litter tray to be clean so having two until he can go outside would probably be a good idea. He's a fastidious little man and likes to be clean, he just needs a little help now 🙂Louie needs a home that understands he needs a little extra help and the willingness to provide it. Adult-only and no other pets would be best to avoid him eating food he shouldn't and a garden away from busy roads as he's had more than enough of cars!Neutered, chipped, vaccinated plus comes with 5 weeks free insurance. He has no ongoing medical issues from his accident.
Tabby
Foster in BristolTabby is a stunning long-haired torbie and a rather distinguished older lady at the grand age of 15. She came to us after a change in circumstances meant her previous owner was no longer able to keep her.Initially tentative in her foster home, she has grown to be incredibly affectionate and loves nothing more than being sat on her fostermum's lap - often meowing until the appropriate lap has been provided and will stay put all evening if allowed. With her fostermum she is the soppiest cat ever; however, she is very much a one woman cat and is sceptical of visitors and can understandably lash out at those who don't respect her boundaries. Her previous home had children and other pets (both cats and dogs), but reportedly she kept to herself a lot and has only really started opening up once in a quieter, calmer environment.While she is an older puss, she's in very good health and still enjoys play time, adores rolling upside down in her tunnel and still has an occasional bout of the zoomies. She does need regular brushing, but can usually be easily bribed with her favourite lick-e-lix.For these reasons, the best home for her would be one with a small adult-only household (ideally one person) with no other pets and a quiet lifestyle who are home a lot and so can provide her a constant lap to snooze in.Tabby is a wonderful cat and is looking for an owner to shower her with love, affection and lick-e-lix in her later years. In return, she will be the sweetest companion you could ask for.Neutered, chipped, had first vaccination plus comes with 5 weeks free insurance.Â
Our Longest Foster Residents
Biggie
Foster in Bristol, ReservedBiggie is a lovely 11 year old tabby boy, who has been a joy to foster. His previous owner recently had a baby, which has caused Biggie to have stress cystitis and his previous owner has reluctantly made the decision to rehome him to find somewhere quieter where Biggie will be happier. Biggie settled in with us very easily and was keen for strokes and affection almost immediately. He now loves to sit on a lap and will purr away while having his belly stroked. He doesn't require too much entertainment and will happily lounge around for a long time, but also has enjoyed chasing a ball or just some string. Biggie has a prrscription diet of urinary food to reduce the risk of his condition returning, and a Feliway diffuser also for stress relief, which he will have to continue with his new owner. His previous owner has also donated Biggie’s supply of food, medication, Feliway and a cat carrier he is comfortable with using. He had one episode when he first came to us - just the stress of the move and has been fine ever since. Biggie would like a quiet house away from busy roads, with a garden to explore and someone who can give him lots of love and attention. He should not live with small children or other cats, which may increase the chance of his cystitis flaring up, but he is friendly with guests and new people. Requiring only a little extra care, Biggie will make an excellent companion for anyone looking for a friendly, loving cat. We'd like Biggie to go to someone who will stay in touch with us as we will cover any vet bills relating to his cystitis at Fernlea vets in Kingswood and Hanham and also help with the cost of his food if necessary. Neutered, chipped, vaccinated plus comes with 5 weeks free insurance (for everything except his cystitis!). Biggie is a lovely 11 year old tabby boy, who has been a joy to foster. His previous owner recently had a baby, which has caused Biggie to have stress cystitis and his previous owner has reluctantly made the decision to rehome him to find somewhere quieter where Biggie will be happier. Biggie settled in with us very easily and was keen for strokes and affection almost immediately. He now loves to sit on a lap and will purr away while having his belly stroked. He doesn't require too much entertainment and will happily lounge around for a long time, but also has enjoyed chasing a ball or just some string. Biggie has a prrscription diet of urinary food to reduce the risk of his condition returning, and a Feliway diffuser also for stress relief, which he will have to continue with his new owner. His previous owner has also donated Biggie’s supply of food, medication, Feliway and a cat carrier he is comfortable with using. He had one episode when he first came to us - just the stress of the move and has been fine ever since. Biggie would like a quiet house away from busy roads, with a garden to explore and someone who can give him lots of love and attention. He should not live with small children or other cats, which may increase the chance of his cystitis flaring up, but he is friendly with guests and new people. Requiring only a little extra care, Biggie will make an excellent companion for anyone looking for a friendly, loving cat. We'd like Biggie to go to someone who will stay in touch with us as we will cover any vet bills relating to his cystitis at Fernlea vets in Kingswood and Hanham and also help with the cost of his food if necessary. Neutered, chipped, vaccinated plus comes with 5 weeks free insurance (for everything except his cystitis!). *** If you're interested please mail us at [email protected] Are you ready to adopt a cat from Bristol & Wales Cat Rescue? Make sure you read our Adopt page and complete our Adoption Application form. [sf_button colour="accent" type="sf-icon-reveal" size="standard" link="/apply" target="_self" icon="fa-paw" dropshadow="no" rounded="yes" extraclass=""]Apply[/sf_button] Already passed the home check? Contact us if you’d like to adopt.
Polly
Foster in BristolPolly is a pretty girl of about 6 years old. She was living rough but a lady started to feed her and gain her trust so she could be chip checked. Leaflets and knocking on doors could not find her owner so she came into foster. Polly loves a chat and a fuss and will get straight on foster mum’s lap to snooze. She does get reactive to too much fuss though and will need someone experienced with cats to understand her body language and series of meows, she has begun to improve in foster. She loves her cat nip ball and chasing a bit of string so play will really help her to bond with a new family. She is best in a child-free house with a garden to go out in once she is ready. She hates other cats so needs to be the only pampered princess in the home. Polly is vaccinated and chipped ys cone with 5 weeks free insurance. . We think she has been neutered as there have been no signs of kittens but we would fund her neutering at our vets if needed. Are you ready to adopt a cat from Bristol & Wales Cat Rescue? Make sure you read our Adopt page and complete our Adoption Application form. [sf_button colour="accent" type="sf-icon-reveal" size="standard" link="/apply" target="_self" icon="fa-paw" dropshadow="no" rounded="yes" extraclass=""]Apply[/sf_button] Already passed the home check? Contact us if you’d like to adopt.
Andy and Saint
Foster in BristolAndy and Saint were found as older kittens who hadn't had much contact with humans and they've been a bit of a project!They've lived with us for two months and it's been quite a journey. They really didn't want to know us for the first month but in the last few weeks have changed their minds about humans and really come out of their shells and love to hang out. Saint, the tortie, is the tamest one. She loves to sit on my lap on the sofa and enjoys a snuggle in bed, having a fuss made of her. She'll return the love with a very loud purr. Andy is much shyer, but he'll let you stoke him in return for a treat. I think with a bit more time he could be a lap cat but for the time-being he's happy to hang out at a distance.They absolutely adore each other so come as a pair. They would be suited to a more rural location because Andy is so timid and nervous and wouldn't be safe in a built-up area and because of this they wouldn't be good around children. As I have mentioned, it has been quite a journey with them and are still work in progress so their adopted parents would need to be around a lot and continue working with them.Every little milestone is so rewarding with shy cats - anyone up for a challenge?!10 months old, neutered,  chipped,  vaccinated plus come with 5 weeks free insurance.
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Through our lovely donators and customers, our shop in Nailsea has become the biggest source of contributions for Bristol and Wales Cat Rescue.
All of the shop profits go towards to our increasing vet bills – from neutering, spaying, chipping and vaccinations to the complex needs of some of our more special residents. Our shop is crucial for our cats, and donations of sellable goods are always very warmly received.