We would like to take a moment to recognise some of those cats that gave us such happy memories. Those that chose to end their days with us.
Little Rosie, one of the oldest cats and longest serving residents, sadly died in February 2009. Rosie was living in a small space in a garden wall where she had crawled after injuring both of her back legs. The injuries, which happened some time before Jackie rescued her, left her unable to walk properly. This did not stop Rosie loving her life at CATS. She was a firm favourite - how could she be otherwise - and was often seen 'trotting' up the sanctuary to Jackie's kitchen for her favourite treat, a dish of cat milk. During the final months of her long life, this old lady took up residence - where else? Right next to the fridge!
Precious was taken into the sanctuary in 2005 after being found in Doncaster by a member of the public and taken to a vet. He was left there and as he was found to be blind there was a distinct possibility of him being put to sleep. He was obviously greatly distressed at being abandoned and despite extensive advertising, no one came forward to claim him. He was thought to be about five years old when he was taken into the sanctuary. Although he was both blind and deaf he still enjoyed a happy life with the other residents. He was able to adapt to his surroundings very well and although he did not get around as much as the other cats he still enjoyed getting plenty of love and attention. Sadly Precious had to be put to sleep in January 2010
Dannywas found in Handsworth living near a railway line along with his mum and siblings, a lady began feeding them with the intention of helping to rescue them all. Sadly, before this could take place, the mother cat was found dead, and the only kitten rescued was Danny. Thin, exhausted and aged only 5 weeks, it was Jackie's dedication and love which saved his life. Danny succumbed to kidney failure and was put to sleep in early 2010 aged 8 years. He is missed but still loved.
Big Rosie was a large cat who came to the Sanctuary as a stray, the "Big" was added to her name to avoid confusion with another Rosie. Big Rosie loved attention, and would meow at anyone passing as if to say; "Feed me!". Never any trouble, Big Rosie was retained at the Sanctuary due to her age, and the fact that she was so laid back she was horizontal! Sadly, time caught up with Big Rosie, and she was put to sleep due to old age and kidney failure.
