Allsorts Dog Training Group: Mrs Dot Kyte, 58 Wolsey Close, Newtown, Worcester (01905 354207).

Cats Protection: Helpline no. (01684 573317) or Lost/Found (01905 20795).

Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals: (RSPCA), 12 Sansome Place, Worcester (01905 20822); Hotline for Central Region (0870 555599); Headquarters (01905 745235).

Worcester Animal Rescue Shelter: (01905 830486).

Wyvern Cat Club: Jennifer Webster, 1 Lower Meadow, Chawson, Droitwich WR9 8SU (01905 773615).