Hunt's on for a new home for Dotty and Charles in Derby
The brother and sister were taken into care 4 months ago when their owner became too poorly to look after them
Two 17-year-old homeless cats are searching for a retirement home together where they can live out their days in peace.
Siblings Charles and Dotty were admitted to Cats Protection’s Derby Adoption Centre in Dalby Lees after their owner became too unwell to care for them any longer.
The pair have been in care since June and staff and volunteers at the centre are desperate to find them a new home after months of being overlooked.
Centre Manager Helen Wood said: “Charles and Dotty have been with us for nearly four months now and at nearly 18 years old they really deserve to find a quiet and cosy place to call their own.
“We have done our best to make them comfortable but an adoption centre environment is less than ideal for cats of their age who were used to being the centre of attention. We really hope someone takes notice of them soon and feels able to open their home to these mature moggies.”
When they were admitted to the centre, initial vet checks revealed Dotty had hyperthyroidism, a common ailment in elderly cats which, left untreated, affects their metabolism and can have debilitating or distressing symptoms including increased appetite and thirst, weight loss, hyperactivity, vomiting and diarrhoea. Dotty underwent a thyroidectomy operation to correct the issue, as well as treatment on decayed teeth, and is now thriving.
Brother Charles is on a special renal diet for his kidneys and this food is widely available.
Helen added: “These two are very fond of each other and it would be lovely to see them find a home together. This gentle pair, who have always lived as indoor cats and enjoy a good groom, will make fabulous companions to their new owner.”
To find out more about adopting Charles and Dotty, or any of the other cats at Derby Adoption Centre, visit www.cats.org.uk/derby/adopt-a-cat or call 01332 824950.