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RSPCA Coventry sees 399 cats, 150 more year-on-year

By Drooid · Oct 27, 2026, 23:25 UTC · How we work

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RSPCA Coventry and District Branch cared for 399 cats and kittens over the summer.
Its intake was 150 cats and kittens higher than the same period last year.
Emma Davies said rising pet-care costs, including neutering fees, are driving more kittens to be born.
The national RSPCA warned of a “cat crisis” as it now cares for more felines than dogs.

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RSPCA Coventry and District Branch cared for 399 cats and kittens over the summer.
Its intake was 150 cats and kittens higher than the same period last year.
Emma Davies said rising pet-care costs, including neutering fees, are driving more kittens to be born.
The national RSPCA warned of a “cat crisis” as it now cares for more felines than dogs.