The pets waiting the longest for a home at Worcestershire shelter

The RSPCA Worcester branch and Worcestershire Animal Rescue Shelter both have some furry friends who have been without a family to call their own for a bit too long.

OLLIE

Ollie, a 10-year-old cat at RSPCA Worcester, was found on the streets as a poorly stray, covered in oil but despite this, staff say you couldn’t find a more “sweet natured” cat.

He arrived just over a month ago and has unfortunately been diagnosed for a kidney disease for which he is now on a renal diet.

He has also tested positive for Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV), which staff say is a misunderstood condition.

FIV cannot be transmitted to humans and cats with the virus can live long and happy lives so long as they are well cared for.

Staff member, Claire Wood, said: “This affectionate little chap truly deserves to find his special someone, he has so much love to give and he will make the most wonderful companion.”

POTTER

Also at RSPCA Worcester is Potter, a two-year old female rabbit who was brought to the centre six weeks ago.

She is described as very shy and would hide away from staff when she first arrived, but has now begun to come out of her shell.

Potter would be best suited to a quiet, adult-only home and one that already has a bunny for Potter to relax with.

SALEM

Worcestershire Animal Rescue Shelter has been rehabilitating and rehoming furry friends since 1983, focusing on dogs, cats and ex-battery hens.

Nestled in the Malvern Hills, the shelter has the facilities to accommodate 26 dogs and 12 cats but for one feline in particular, it is time to move on.

Salem, a five-year-old black and white cat, is the shelters longest staying resident and has been there for over 50 days.

Salem is a neutered male domestic medium hair and has been microchipped and is fully up to date with his vaccinations.

He finds himself at the shelter through no fault of his own and is described by team leader Chris Hermiston as “incredibly friendly”.

He said: “He loves his head and ears to be rubbed, and does enjoy the company of people, however, he is also quite happy in his own company watching the word go by.

“He is incredibly friendly but also has a streak of independence when he just wants to be left on his own.”

He adds that Salem would suit a semi-rural home with freedom to explore and owners who can offer him plenty of playtime as he has been known to be a hunter.

Salem would also be better suited to being an only pet but is okay with children 10 and over who can respect when he wants some alone time.  

Think you can provide the ideal home for Ollie, Potter or Salem? Get in touch with the centres through the websites of RSPCA Worcester and Worcestershire Animal Rescue Centre.