Extract from the July 2009

edition of the newsletter.

Many thanks to everyone who contributed to our pen appeal. We now have new pens at two of our fosterers. An old

pen will have to be replaced at another fosterer’s, and so it goes on.  There is always something needed to help the

cats who need our care. That’s why we are so grateful to all our members who support us with subscriptions,

donations and attendance at events, and to our volunteers without whom we would be unable to continue.

 

We don’t like to talk about what will happen when we die but sometimes it can help peace of mind if you

know that arrangements can be made for your cat. Cats Protection has produced an info pack about how

you can tell your family and friends that you would like your cat to be taken into care, and also how you

can leave a legacy to help with the cat work. However large or small, a gift in your will is always put to good use,

and you can specify that you would like the money to come to the Southend & District Branch. If you would like a

pack, please call Mary on 01702 584079. Our legacy department at the National Cat Centre will always be pleased

to answer any questions you may have; call them on:

Please keep sending material for inclusion in the newsletter. Any cat related items - anecdotes, poems, cartoons

will be very welcome.

Deadline for contributions to the next edition is 15th September.

 

Co-ordinator's column

There is nothing quite like looking out into the garden on a beautiful sunny day and seeing a lot

of very relaxed and contented moggies sprawled out in various aspects of the garden.

Kitten season is here, although I’m happy to report not with a vengeance! Actually when we

have kittens arriving in controllable numbers, they are very enjoyable. ‘Aaaaaah!’ Sorry, I just

love the little critters. I hope I’m not tempting fate here and suddenly we’ll have a deluge of them to deal with!

We have had three Homing Days this year and an Open Day at the cattery we now use. We have done very well

with the actual homing of cats at all of these with the exception of the last one a couple of weeks ago, a

disappointing five cats were homed on the day. Which was good for those five cats but we hoped for more homes.

Our next one is at the cattery on 18th July(see page one), but then not until September so summer holidays will be

at an end and perhaps more people may consider taking a little feline into their home.

The branch is always busy on the fundraising front and the first half of the year has been really busy. We’ve had

jumble sales, a bring-and-buy sale, quiz night, an auction, bazaars, plant sale and other things I probably can’t think

of! And the atmosphere at the events is always pleasant and cheerful (even though the team have been working

their socks off to get everything in place).

Have an enjoyable and safe summer everyone! Oh can I just remind anyone who has a cat with white ears, white

nose, or both to apply high factor sun protection on sunny days.

Take care until next time

Sue Ingram

 

SOUTHEND CP ‘100’ CLUB  **FIRST PRIZE £25***SECOND PRIZE £10**

her continued generous support, Marie Day for her continued support of our FIV cats, Doreen Dykes for her

continued generous support, Derek Glenister of The Record Museum for his continued support in selling vinyl

In memoriam: Mrs J Moon in memory of Blackie - faithful companion for 17 years, B Westmore and S Poole in

Due to reasons beyond our control we are unable to give a full list of people to whom we owe grateful thanks. The

names will be added to the list in the next Newsletter. Please know that we are very grateful to everyone who

donates, we could not survive without your kind help.

Sue Gregory

 

Compared to our March Homing Day, the one in Shoebury on 6th June was a disaster.  Only five cats found homes,

the other 12 had to return to their fosterer or to the cattery. This means we cannot take any more cats in until we

rehome some, and there are several deserving cases on the waiting list. If you can take in a cat, either permanently

to adopt, or short term to foster, then please get in touch with me. All our cats over six months old are neutered,

vaccinated and microchipped, as well as having the usual flea/worm treatment.

Our next Homing Day is in Southend on 19th September but we will hold a special display of the cats who are being

looked after for us at Shalynn Cattery on 18th July. The Cattery is at 569 Prince Avenue (A127), Westcliff, but rather

than turn off the A127, it is easier to find if you enter from the A1158 at the end of Southbourne Grove. Shalynn

Cattery sell lots of cat accessories such as beds, scratching posts, litter, litter trays and food. You will be able to

meet/stroke the cats and, subject to the usual home visit, adopt a cat almost immediately.

Our campaign to help owners financially towards neutering costs is still running. If you know anyone who has an

unneutered cat over six months old, and lives in our area: postcodes SS0, SS1, SS2, SS3, SS4, SS9, please tell

them about the help we can give. All they have to do is telephone me. Vouchers are worth £20 for male cats and

£26 for females, and can be used at a vet of their choice.

Finally, have a look at the Homes Needed column – can you help? If you are interested in adopting or fostering a

cat or kitten and want more information then give me a ring.

My telephone number is: 01702 467001, please leave a message if the answerphone is on. I’m

usually in after 6 pm and I will get back to you; or email ritarob@hotmail.co.uk.

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Southend & District Branch of Cats Protection is pleased to welcome the following new members:

Louise Armfield Benfleet,  Mr S Burridge Shoeburyness,  Caroline Circus Shoeburyness, Keith

Dimberley Southend,  Tricia D’Orsi Shoeburyness,  Mr & Mrs Evans Westcliff, Paul Harper

Shoeburyness,  Margaret King Southend,  Margaret McIntyre Southend, Denise Monk Basildon,  Mr

& Mrs Novis Eastwood,  Mr & Mrs Pawsey-Zgrajia Southend,  Amanda Rimington Westcliff,  Mrs M

 

We have been fortunate to have made a good profit at the Auction and the Quiz Night, both of which were most

enjoyable. The Plant Sale & Bazaar did very well too; we noticed sales of vegetable plants had increased greatly,

probably due to the current trend for ‘growing your own’.

We have our fingers crossed for good weather on 12th July for the Garden Party at Beauchamps. Do join us if you

can - there will be the usual stalls plus some fun and games, in a beautiful setting. Another ‘must’ is the Coffee

Morning at Porters courtesy of the Mayor of Southend. Even if the weather is less than kind there will be yummy

refreshments and good company plus CP goods, a raffle and a huge tombola. The jumble sale and a further

auction planned for September and October respectively will give you a chance not only to donate some unwanted

items but also to come along and grab a bargain. We still need more tinned and packet food (in date) for the food

tombola; please give any donations to Florrie or bring them along to one of the events.

SOUTHEND CP ‘100’ CLUB  **FIRST PRIZE £25***SECOND PRIZE £10**

Anyone can join, each ticket costs £10 for an annual subscription and you are then entered in the monthly draws. 

More than one ticket is allowed!  All profit goes to the Branch.  Draws take place at Committee Meetings.  We have

120 members. We need many more to make a good profit.  PLEASE RENEW YOUR SUBSCRIPTION or join now

and get others to do so. The cats depend upon us!

Winners:

May 2009 : Carol Pierce  £25  Christine Inglis £10

 

June 2009 : P Looker  £25  Pearl Everitt £10

 

Sue Gregory