Oxfordshire cat rescue celebrates a milestone year

Nine Lives Cat Rescue, based in Oxfordshire, has spent the past 12 months rehabilitating and rehoming felines.

Run entirely by volunteers, the charity focuses on giving each cat the best chance at a new life, with a personal approach to every adoption.

Karen, one of the three founders, said: “We like to describe ourselves as small but mighty.

“We don’t have a big facility or a corporate budget, but we do have relentless dedication.

“Watching a frightened stray grow into a confident, beloved family pet – that’s what fuels us.”

The team, made up of founders Karen, Becs, and Heidi, has supported cats across West Oxfordshire and surrounding villages.

Nine Lives has also achieved registered charity status in its first year, marking a major step in its mission to help more animals.

Becs said: “To do more, we need more hands on deck.

“We’re dreaming up new projects, from community education to expanding our foster network.

“But we can’t do it alone.”

The group is now appealing for additional volunteers to help with everything from fostering and fundraising to administration and social media.

Heidi said: “We need help with fostering, fundraising, events, admin, social media, transport – you name it.

“Whether someone can spare two hours a week or ten, every bit of support helps save lives.”

As the charity marks its first milestone, the team hopes to continue growing its impact and helping more cats in need.