Duke was picked up by inspectors after being abandoned in a property. It is believed he spent a lot of time outside and was used to fending for himself and getting a meal wherever he could. Because of this, he is very independent and can be snatchy around food. He will do his best to get hold of food whenever he can, including checking out the contents of your kitchen cupboards! Any potential adopters will likely need to find a way to manage this. This stunning Bengal boy enjoys attention and laps up all the fuss he can get. He would prefer an adult-only household.placeholder image
Duke was picked up by inspectors after being abandoned in a property. It is believed he spent a lot of time outside and was used to fending for himself and getting a meal wherever he could. Because of this, he is very independent and can be snatchy around food. He will do his best to get hold of food whenever he can, including checking out the contents of your kitchen cupboards! Any potential adopters will likely need to find a way to manage this. This stunning Bengal boy enjoys attention and laps up all the fuss he can get. He would prefer an adult-only household.

Meet 10 RSPCA cats and dogs looking to find homes in time for Christmas

By Emma Downey
Published 23rd Dec 2025, 18:00 GMT

10 charming cats and rabbits currently residing at the RSPCA in Manchester are looking for their forever loving homes.

With the ongoing cost of living crisis, many pet owners are resorting to placing their furry companions in the RSPCA’s care, as they can sadly no longer afford to look after them.

Here are all the gorgeous furry friends currently being cared for at the RSPCA Salford and Manchester branch that have not found their perfect family – could it be you?

Take a look at the latest adorable bunch including Shaggy and Pippa.

For information on how to adopt any of the animals email [email protected] or [email protected].

Say hello to laid-back Lionel - a five-year-old black domestic shorthair! He is very vocal and lets you know when he’s enjoying himself, he likes being groomed and is fine with being picked up. He will play with toys but in his own time, and he isn’t very interested in socialising with other cats. He could live with children over 10 years old.

1. Lionel

Say hello to laid-back Lionel - a five-year-old black domestic shorthair! He is very vocal and lets you know when he’s enjoying himself, he likes being groomed and is fine with being picked up. He will play with toys but in his own time, and he isn’t very interested in socialising with other cats. He could live with children over 10 years old. Photo: RSPCA Preston

Jolene is a five-year-old female Tabby domestic shorthair. Most of the time you will just see her snoozing away in her bed, but she enjoys being approached and spoken to and loves a good fuss even with new people. She would need to be the only pet in the household but she could live with children over 10 years of age.

2. Jolene

Jolene is a five-year-old female Tabby domestic shorthair. Most of the time you will just see her snoozing away in her bed, but she enjoys being approached and spoken to and loves a good fuss even with new people. She would need to be the only pet in the household but she could live with children over 10 years of age. Photo: RSPCA Preston

Meet four-year-old black domestic shorthair Steve who is a super affectionate (some may say clingy!) cat. Once he gets to know you, he loves human attention and will follow you round like a shadow! Steve doesn’t like to be restrained but you can pick him up, and he will let you fuss him all day long. So far Steve seems to prefer his main human to be female, but if there is a spare male human in the house then that’s okay! He would like a relaxed home environment where someone is around a lot of the time. He needs to be the only pet in the home, and any children need to be over the age of 14.

3. Steve

Meet four-year-old black domestic shorthair Steve who is a super affectionate (some may say clingy!) cat. Once he gets to know you, he loves human attention and will follow you round like a shadow! Steve doesn’t like to be restrained but you can pick him up, and he will let you fuss him all day long. So far Steve seems to prefer his main human to be female, but if there is a spare male human in the house then that’s okay! He would like a relaxed home environment where someone is around a lot of the time. He needs to be the only pet in the home, and any children need to be over the age of 14. Photo: RSPCA Preston

Say hello to loveable lady Cleo. Once she has gained your trust she is so loving and affectionate, sometimes all it takes is a handful of biscuits and introduction at a steady pace. Cleo knows basic commands and has played with toys but prefers human company, she settles well in areas and loves using a wobble kong to play with and get her treats from, she will spend ages with these so may be a useful addition to have in her future home. She would suit an adult-only home with no other pets.

4. Cleo

Say hello to loveable lady Cleo. Once she has gained your trust she is so loving and affectionate, sometimes all it takes is a handful of biscuits and introduction at a steady pace. Cleo knows basic commands and has played with toys but prefers human company, she settles well in areas and loves using a wobble kong to play with and get her treats from, she will spend ages with these so may be a useful addition to have in her future home. She would suit an adult-only home with no other pets. Photo: RSPCA Preston

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