What we do
Cats Protection is the UK's largest cat welfare charity, and cats are at the heart of everything we do.

We rehome around 34,000 cats each year, finding them perfect new families and creating life-long bonds.

We neuter around 130,000 cats every year, helping to keep the cat population under control and prevent unwanted kittens from being born.

We provide support to cat owners and help people of all ages to see the world through cats' eyes. We also champion the welfare of cats through campaigning and community outreach.

All of this is helping us work towards our vision of a society where every cat has their best possible life because they are protected, cared for and understood by everyone.

To help us improve the lives of cats across the UK, we rely on the generosity of people like you. When you shop with us, all of the profits go towards helping us carry out our vital work, making a huge difference to the nation's cats. Thank you for your support.

Rainbow's story

Rainbow arrived at our Wales Cat Centre in 2018 as a tiny kitten.

She found a new home, but her owner struggled to manage Rainbow's weight and she returned to our care weighing 12.7kg, three times an average cat. Her size meant she could not groom herself properly.

The team put her on a special diet, encouraged exercise, and in 2023 her weight had reduced to 8.1kg and she was ready for a new home.

Deputy Manager Anna said: “Amazingly, the letter found its way to Millie’s owners, and they came to collect her. The children were overwhelmed to have their family cat back after so long.”

Matthew and Sarah adopted her, promising to continue her weight-loss journey. They said: "The vets are so happy with her progress so far and we are so pleased that she has lost more weight again, she is now 7.1kg! Rainbow is grooming several times a day. We just love her so much, it feels like she has always been a part of our family and we can't thank you enough."