Cat Lady TNR

Rescue, love, care and repeat

About us

A Cat Charity based in Thurrock, Essex which is run solely by a dedicated team of volunteers. We have friendly and feral cats for adoption; cats of all shapes, sizes, ages and colours. We are dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and rehoming of cats no matter the temperament. There really is an owner out there for every cat. All of our cats come with a lifetime rescue back up. This means that at any time of the cats life, if your circumstances were to change and you could not take care of the cat any longer, we would always welcome the cat back under our care and rescue.

We also offer a Trap, Neuter, Return (TNR) programme to help control and contain the cat population. There are many cat colonies in and around Essex and it is important that they are neutered to prevent further breeding and are health checked to prevent the spread of diseases such as Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV) and Feline Leukaemia Virus (FeLV).

Our Trap, Neuter, Return (TNR) volunteers, over the years have helped well over 1000 cats and have brought hundreds of feral kittens and domestic cats into rescue for socialising and rehoming.

Our team will often be working throughout the night in order to carry out the trapping of feral cats. Traps are monitored every 3-4 hours during the night and our team work closely with feral cat carers to ensure the welfare of the cats is never compromised.

Whilst we do not charge for our Trap, Neuter, Return service, each cat we help costs approximately £60 so we do ask for donations where possible.

Did you know, many feral cat colonies we help are in double digits? Recently, we have supported many 40+ feral cat colonies.

Feral cats have different needs to their domestic relations and it’s important that these needs are taken into consideration by those carrying out TNR work. After they have been neutered, cats are then released back to their colony location, providing the area is safe for them to do so.

What we do

TNR

We offer a trap, neuter and return programme for cats, primarily feral colonies. Neutering is free of charge and at no cost to you. TNR helps stop the cycle of breeding for cats to avoid becoming overrun. Contact us if you need help with a colony of cats.

Feral placements

We always have feral cats in our care who are in need of a safe, permanent home. Feral cats cannot be rehomed in to a normal home environment and need a home where they can be free, limited human contact and have a safe space to call home. Ideally a stables, farm or rural setting are best. Feral cats are great at keeping rodent numbers down and will often hunt and bring back their owners presents.
All of our cats come fully health checked, neutered, microchipped, ear tipped,
dewormed and de flead prior to adoption.

Stray cat advice and support

We offer help and advice on stray cats too.
There are various steps we would advise on to help find the owner or determine if a cat is owned.

Cats for adoption

We have a wonderful variety of friendly cats available for adoption – from playful kittens to gentle seniors, in all sexes, personalities, and temperaments. Whether you're looking for a lively companion or a calm cuddle buddy, we’ll help you find the perfect match.

When you adopt through us, you're never alone – we offer lifelong rescue backup and ongoing support through our friendly, dedicated rescue team.

Volunteer

Our volunteers do everything from scanning found cats for microchips and putting up posters to help reunite them with their owners, to collecting deceased cats with care and compassion. Some help by transporting cats to and from veterinary appointments, while others assist with vital fundraising, trap cats as part of colony management, or pick up donated items that keep our rescue running. A key part of our adoption process also includes carrying out home checks to ensure potential adopters can provide safe, loving environments—another important and rewarding volunteer role within our team.

Cat food and donations

We would happily accept any food donations for the cats in our care.

We also offer our donations to other rescues too if we are unable to make use of what has been donated.

The work we do and service we provide relies heavily on donations, any donations you wish to make would be gratefully accepted and most of all appreciated.

Fostering

By offering a temporary, loving home, you’ll help cats recover, regain confidence, and get ready for their forever families.

We are a warm, welcoming team of experienced volunteers who are always here to support you. Our dedicated rescue team works closely with our veterinary partners to ensure every foster cat receives the care they need — and you’ll be fully supported every step of the way.

Everything is provided by the charity, including food, litter, vet care, and supplies. You simply provide the love and time.

Whether you're helping a timid cat come out of their shell, nursing one back to health, or just offering a safe place to rest, fostering is incredibly fulfilling — and it truly saves lives.

Microchip scanning

We can help scan any cat as long as the cat is approachable and local to the area we cover. We have access to all of the UK microchipping databases. If we aren’t local to you, we can offer advice of who to contact in your local area.

Cat advice

Our team is always happy to share guidance on a wide range of common cat issues. If your cat has gone missing, we can offer practical, proven tips to help bring them home. Found a cat in your area? We can advise you on how to safely approach, befriend, and support them.

We also provide advice on toileting issues, such as inappropriate urination or litter tray problems—something many cat owners face at some point. If you’re introducing a new cat to your household, we’ll help you do it gradually and calmly to reduce stress and build harmony between cats.

Some cats need time to adjust to life indoors, especially if they’ve come from the streets or difficult backgrounds

Teamwork

We offer trapping help and often team up and work together with other animal rescues, charities and welfare organisations.

Cats for adoption

Meet Mikey B 🐾 - approx 6-7 years old

Mikey came in to us after surviving as a long-term stray, living amongst different homes with no owner in sight. Despite his rough start, he is an exceptional boy—gentle, affectionate, plafyul and full of love. He purrs happily, enjoys a good chat, and is even comfortable around other cats.

Around 6-7 years young, Mikey has discovered the joy of home comforts (beds are a favourite!) and is now ready to find a family who will love him for exactly who he is. Could that be you? 💙

Mikey B is:

✔️ Neutered & Microchipped

✔️ FIV+

✔️ Up to date with flea & worm treatment

✔️ Recently vet checked

Male
Could live with a calm cat
Could live with children
Will need and indoor only home

Meet Baloo 🐾

Baloo is a gorgeous 5-year-old boy who has had a tough and misunderstood start to life. Having spent much of his early years living under a caravan, he’s now learning what it means to feel safe—and he’s ready for a home of his own.

Baloo is friendly but very sensitive and needs a calm, patien, quiet family who will love him without expectations and who will take everything at his pace. He may never be a lap cat, but he truly enjoys home comforts and may even choose to join you on the bed when he feels ready, at his own pace. He loves a head rub!

Baloo has a big love for food and will eat anything he can find, so he must remain on a strict, special diet. Due to his sensitive nature, stress can cause cystitis, so he will need ongoing urinary food and supplements, as well as careful weight management to keep him healthy.

Baloo is looking for a kind, understanding home where he can feel secure and loved for exactly who he is. In return, you’ll gain a gentle soul who will quietly appreciate the safety and comfort you provide. 💙

Baloo will come with lifetime support and we would like to find him a home which is local to us.

Baloo is:

✔️ Neutered

✔️ Microchipped

✔️ Up to date with flea & worm treatment

✔️ Recently vet-checked

Home required:

Quiet home and stress free
No other cats
No dogs
No children
Experienced cat owner
Patient owner who will understand him

Martin - 4 years old

Beautiful Marty boy came in to us after being found as a stray. He had been going from house to house looking for his next meal. Despite his ordeal, he is a total sweetie pie who just wishes to please. He has started to enjoy playing with toys and is partial to a brush!

Martin is looking for a home to call his own, where he can lounge on the sofa, a humans bed and watch the world go by from a window.

Martin is:

✔️ Neutered

✔️ Microchipped

✔️ Up to date with flea & worm treatment

✔️ Recently vet-checked

If you would like to meet him, and meet his criteria below, please contact us. He would love to meet you!

Male
Needs to be an only cat
No dogs
Could live with older children
Will need access to the outside

Donation details

As a charity, we rely solely on donations to enable us to continue our vital work of rescuing and neutering. Please consider donating and supporting us in our mission to make a difference to the lives of all cats who come under our care. We aim to make a difference to the lives of feral and stray cats in saving, rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming them.

Every donation helps and we are always so grateful.

Bank account

Bank name: Lloyds

Account name: Cat Lady TNR
Account number: 33092260
Sort Code: 30-95-96

PayPal

Catladytnr@outlook.com

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Easy Fundraising

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Leaving a legacy

Leaving a gift in your Will to Cat Lady TNR is a meaningful way to ensure your love for animals lives on.

Your legacy will help us continue our vital work—rescuing, neutering, and caring for stray and feral cats who have no one else to rely on.

Every legacy gift, large or small, makes a lasting difference.

It helps us:

Fund essential Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) work to prevent suffering and control stray cat populations
Provide veterinary care to sick or injured cats
Offer food and shelter to cat colonies
Support rescue and rehoming for cats in need
Educate and support communities to help cats live safer, healthier lives

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Rescue, love, care and repeat

About us

What we do

TNR

Feral placements

Stray cat advice and support

Cats for adoption

Volunteer

Cat food and donations

Fostering

Microchip scanning

Cat advice

Teamwork

Cats for adoption

Donation details

Bank account

PayPal

Amazon wish list

Easy Fundraising

Leaving a legacy

We are:

Best quality

24/7 Support

Competitive pricing

Social media

Contact us

Contact Us