'Inbetweener' home needed for independent cat Ladder

'Inbetweener' home needed for independent cat Ladder

A cat with an independent personality is seeking a different kind of home where he can come and go as he pleases while being watched over by a caring owner.

Ladder was admitted to Cats Protection Leeds Cat Centre in Gildersome after the sad death of his owner, but he has been struggling with the upheaval and finding life in an adoption centre tricky.

While a friendly and confident cat, the eight-year-old moggy can sometimes be unpredictable. Because of this, his carers think he would be best suited to a home where he can have unrestricted outdoor access without any expectation of him being a traditional pet cat.

Centre manager Laura Clews said: "Ladder is a really special cat who certainly knows his own mind. While he is generally fine around humans, he very much wants attention on his terms, so needs an experienced owner who can understand his cues.

"Cats Protection has had great success rehoming 'inbetweener' cats - those who thrive with outdoor freedom, a safe shelter, and regular feeding, such as on a stable yard, farm, or smallholding. Many eventually bond with their carers while still preferring limited physical contact and we are hopeful we can find Ladder just the right environment to cater for his needs."

Ladder is on daily medication for arthritis but he is happy to take this mixed in with his food. He needs to be the only cat in the household and an adult-only home is a must.

Laura added: "It may be that over time Ladder grows more comfortable being indoors but any potential adopter needs to understand this may not be the case and he may prefer to retain his independence. We will fully brief his owners on managing his post-adoption transition, and will be on hand to offer guidance and support."

To enquire about adopting Ladder or to see other cats available at Leeds Cat Centre visit www.cats.org.uk/leeds or call 0300 012 1505.