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23rd October 2026
Autumn update from Margaret Russell
Black cats are often associated with Halloween, witchcraft and misfortune, but in actual fact they are normal cats whose fur just happens to be black. They can be very friendly, standoffish, shy or temperamental just like every other cat, so why are they rarely chosen when anyone visits the cattery?
The answer to that question is beyond me. The temperament of the cat is so much more important than the colour of its fur.
There are a few people who request a black cat and most people who visit the cattery will ignore the black cats, no matter how hard they try to attract attention.
https://www.cheadleanimalwelfare.org.uk/category/cats-for-adoption
Wilma, Donald, Romeo & Sonny
Take Wilma for example, she is a young cat who came into care in February 2026, now 7 – 8 months ago. She had a litter of kittens, 2 tabbies and 1 black. The 2 tabbies were adopted when they were 9 weeks old, while the black one is still in our care. Wilma is very friendly and just needs someone to love and care for her.
Donald is another black cat who has been care for almost 4 years. It is more understandable why he is never chosen as he can be a bit temperamental, fortunately he does love life in the cattery. It would be nice for him to get a ‘proper’ home, but he needs an understanding new owner.
I’ve never seen a cat try as hard as Romeo does whenever anyone visits the cattery. He makes sure that people notice him as he climbs up the door and shouts loudly, but up to now he has been ignored.
Sonny is young and is a big cat. He often hides whenever anyone visits the cattery, but no one asks about him. It’s very sad.
Did you know?
- In Japan single women who own a black cat attract more suitors
- In Germany if a black cat crosses your path it means you’ll have good luck
- In Scotland a black cat on your doorstep means there’s money on the way.
October 27th is National Black Cat Day
If you could offer a home to one of our gorgeous cats please give us a call 07761 838 918 or 01335 390369. Please do help spread the word about our wonderful cats in need a forever home.
For information:
CATS: 01335 390369 or 07761 838 918
To OFFER A HOME to a dog 07731 616 025
For HELP TO REHOME your dog 07754 470 774
Website –www.cheadleanimalwelfare.org.uk
Email – cheadleanimalwelfare@hotmail.co.uk
Outdoor Cats – Providing a Shelter
As the weather gets colder, life gets more difficult for cats who live their entire life out of doors, so it’s important that we provide them with shelter where they can keep warm and dry. The cats might find a shed or greenhouse to shelter in, or you can, of course, buy a shelter for them, or you can make a simple shelter using a cat carrier, recycling bin, or a plastic storage box and cover it so that the wind and rain can’t get in. The shelter needs to be raised a few inches off the ground and not be too big. It should be placed in a quiet place and protected from the weather. Inside, place a thick layer of straw; don’t use fabrics or hay, which will absorb moisture and will not keep the cat warm. Regularly check the shelter and replace the straw from time to time. Provide food in a plastic bowl and make sure that there is always fresh water available.
Feral Cat Care
Truly feral cats prefer to live outside and get very stressed if trapped inside a building, so we have to respect that and do the best we can to help them live the life that they are accustomed to. It is, of course, important that they are neutered, and there are organisations who are able to help with that.
For help with cats – 01335 390369 or 07761 838 918
For help with dogs – 07731 616 025 or 07754 470 774
Email – cheadleanimalwelfare@hotmail.co.uk
Website – cheadleanimalwelfare.org.uk
Injured cats can be taken to Lime Trees Cat Clinic Tean Road, Cheadle between 8.30am and 6.30pm |Monday to Friday 01538 752117.
At all other times call 01335 390369 or 07761 838 918
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