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Behind the Scenes: Our Vet Clinic With Eden Vets

Every three weeks, the team from Eden Vets holds a clinic right here at our centre. Here is a look behind the scenes at the veterinary care your donations make possible.

Pippa’s Story: The Rescue Mum Who Learned to Trust Again

When Pippa first came into our care she trusted no one, guarding her six tiny kittens with everything she had. This is the story of how a frightened mum slowly learned, once again, what it feels like to be loved.

Tiny and Dot: Two Little Miracles

At three days old and weighing just 60 grams, Tiny and Dot needed a miracle. With round-the-clock care from their young mum and our volunteers, these two fighters are now thriving and ready for a home together.

When Ten Rescues Said No, We Said Yes

A local vets called us about two bonded mum cats and their kittens, nine in total, with nowhere to go. More than ten rescues had already said "we're full". Here's why we couldn't be the eleventh, and meet the Toy Story family now safe in our care.

Six Cats, One Garden, and a Race Against the Rain

It started with a post in a local lost-and-found group: a mum cat, an older kitten, and four tiny ones found in a garden on a busy road. Here's how our volunteers got them to safety, and the work that's still to come.

Inside the World of TNR: How Our Volunteers Are Transforming Feral Cat Colonies

Four cats, one farm, one afternoon. Go behind the scenes with our volunteers as they tackle a growing feral cat colony through Trap, Neuter, Release (TNR), and discover why this quiet, compassionate work is making a lasting difference.

Why Microchipping Your Cat Matters

Since June 2024, microchipping your cat has been a legal requirement in the UK. Here's why it's so important, and the incredible story of a cat who was reunited with her owners thanks to her chip.

Kitten Season: What It Really Takes

Kitten season is one of the most challenging times for any rescue. From two-hourly feeds to emergency vet visits, here's what it takes to give vulnerable kittens their best chance at life.

Volunteer With Us and Make a Real Difference

Whether you can spare an hour a month or a few hours each week, Sandbach Animal Rescue has a volunteering role for you. From the shop to the rescue centre to fundraising events, here's how to get involved.

The Real Cost of Caring for a Kitten

Every kitten that passes through Sandbach Animal Rescue costs an average of £240 in vaccinations, neutering, flea treatment and microchipping. Here's how a small monthly donation could make all the difference.

From Heartbreak to Happy: Three Rescue Stories

From abandoned greenhouses to car parks and skips, these three rescue stories show how scared, poorly kittens were given a second chance at life and love at Sandbach Animal Rescue.

Who Will Care for Your Cat When You’re Gone?

None of us like to think about the inevitable, but making provision for your cats after you pass away could save them from uncertainty, stress and heartbreak. Here's why it matters and what you can do.