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Cats Protection

Although most of the cats mentioned last time are still with us, Amy and Tigi have both left for new homes. Although some of the cats have to wait a little longer to be chosen, they do all find loving new owners eventually. With two more stray cats coming into care since the last article, and another one waiting for a pen to be free, we are concerned that more people may be abandoning their pets. When someone contacts us about a stray cat in their garden we always ask them to put one of our paper collars on the cat to make sure it has not got a home.

Cats Protection North Walsham

We realize that people are finding it difficult at present to find the money to care for their pets properly, so cannot emphasize enough how important it is to consider what costs you may incur during the lifetime of your pet. Food and water, regular treatment for fleas and worms are just basic requirements. We also believe it is important for your pet to be vaccinated against serious diseases. Provision needs to be made for visits to your vet should your cat become ill or have an accident. Your cat may also develop an illness which requires regular medication. Illnesses like diabetes, hyperthyroidism or kidney problems may have to be monitored by blood tests, etc. Very often new owners of our cats will take out Pet Insurance to cover major problems, to ensure there is adequate cover, should it be required. Pet Insurance does not however cover basic veterinary care. Stephanie often gets requests from people to help with veterinary bills for basic treatment and unfortunately we cannot help with this. We try to ensure that all new owners of our cats are aware of these costs and would suggest that if you are considering offering a home to a cat or kitten and before going to see any, you are sure you will be able to provide all the care and financial provision that they will need. Some cats live to 20 years or even longer so you are making a long term commitment when giving a home to a cat.

If you are looking for a cat or kitten please call Stephanie on 01692 535858. Alternatively you can visit www.northwalsham.cats.org.uk for a description and photographs of the cats before giving her a call on the above number.

Cats Protection

We have had several litters of kittens recently that have either been born in care or have joined us at less than six weeks of age. These kittens are very fortunate as they have had contact with several people during the important early weeks and are used to being handled. Kittens like Starsky and Hutch, who came from stables at about 6 weeks old, took a few days to adapt to contact with us but soon learnt to trust their carers and are now happily settled in a new home.

We have over the last two months also had several kittens aged from seven to about twelve weeks who have come in from "outside" situations. These kittens are always more of a challenge for our fosterers and take a little longer to learn to trust people and do need extra time to adapt to their new homes. Most of these are now ready to be re-homed (although Pauline still has one that is proving a challenge) and are looking for caring new homes, with no young children. These young cats are usually happy to live with other cats, and once they are settled, are usually very loving and loyal companions. If you feel you could give a home to Dandy. Angie, Puss or Dennis (or would enjoy the challenge of socializing Finn), please give Stephanie a call.

Three new cats, Mindy, Amy and Tigy (all about 8 years old) have joined us because their owner, a lady who has done a lot of work for cats, is no longer able to look after them. Let down by another charity who had promised to take them if she had them vaccinated we were only too happy to help once a pen became available. I don't expect these lovely cats will be with us for long.

Cats Protection

We sometimes have older cats that have been in care for some time. At present we only have one, Mabel a sweet black and white girl, who is 13 years old and has some health problems (which we would continue to cover should she find a new home). If you would like to offer her a home please contact Stephanie.

We shall never forget

Trevor Ivory pays tribute to North Norfolk’s fallen heroes

Trevor Ivory, the Conservative Spokesman for North Norfolk, led the political parties paying their respects in Holt to those who have given their lives for British democracy. Mr Ivory took part in the Remembrance Sunday Parade and Service of Remembrance in Holt on Sunday before meeting local veterans and serving soldiers.

We shall never forget

“These heroes laid down their lives to defend our freedom to belong to political parties and to vote for our own government. Laying a wreath in remembrance of their sacrifice is incredibly humbling but at the same time makes one feel very proud. I was very proud to march alongside Holt’s veterans this year and in a very small way, have an opportunity to say thank you to all the brave men and women who are prepared to make the ultimate sacrifice for us,” said Mr Ivory after the service.

“But we must not confine our gratitude to a public display once a year. We owe our veterans and armed forces – and their families – so much more. The best possible equipment, decent family accommodation and proper military hospitals are just some of the things that I want to see action to deliver. It is time for us to honour our side of the military covenant.”

Kelling Probus Club - Monthly Luncheon and Meeting - Thursday 19th November

Thirty four members and two guests, namely Tony O'Shea from Cromer and James Coker from Sheringham, guests of John Dunsire and Terry Penrose, greatly enjoyed their luncheon at the Pheasant Hotel but particularly a talk given by Mrs Barbara Miller from Norwich about "The Story of Norwich" Barbara had previously conducted a very interesting walk/talk around the old Norwich city with a party of members during the Summer.

Her story and slide show started by showing a map of the city wall ( with it's 40 towers and 1 2 gates ) to the west and north and then the River Wensum and flood plain to the south, to complete the protection. Norwich started as a Saxon village just north of the river and grew because of trade from the river. It was originally known as NorthWic ( Wic is an old name for a port ). It had a weekly market which later moved to Tombland. Barbara's talk mentioned so many interesting and fascinating facts that cannot be captured in this short article. We covered south folk and north folk, William the Conqueurer, the Pilgrim Fathers , the market moving from Tombland to its current site, the wool trade, the cathedral, the castle, and all the other historical buildings. Nelson was mentioned, he went to Norwich school, the Jews who greatly helped to finance the building of the cathedral, the industrial revolution putting an end to the cloth trade.

Kelling Probus Club

There was so much Barbara's talk covered without any notes being used. John Dunsire gave a vote of thanks for her eloquent and very informative talk, which concluded with great applause for her.

Rohan Fennell, our Chairman had to give members two pieces of very sad news. Firstly that Eric Marshall, the club's Vice Chairman had passed away after a short illness and a minutes silence was held. Secondly, we were all very sorry to learn that Vie Alien, whose wife had not been well for some time, had also passed away.

We meet monthly on the third Thursday at the Pheasant Hotel in Kelling at 1 2:30 for a drink and a chat, then at 1:00 enjoy a two course lunch, followed by an interesting talk for about 20 minutes. Should you wish to find out more about joining our very friendly club then do give Terry Penrose, our Secretary a ring on 01 263 588772 he will have a chat, and give you all the details. You may even be invited to be a guest at our next meeting to meet the members!

Road safety improvements “one step closer”

Trevor Ivory welcomes progress on pedestrian safety in Sidestrand and pledges his support for early action. Trevor Ivory, North Norfolk’s Conservative Candidate, has given his support to calls for a new footpath in Sidestrand. Norfolk County Council has drawn up several options for a footpath linking Sidestrand Hall School with the church and on Monday night local people will have a chance to decide which option they want. “There are pros and cons to each option, but the important thing is that an option is picked so that we can get on with it – the situation is dangerous and the longer we leave it the more chance of a serious accident,” said Mr Ivory after he had been shown the plans by Parish Council Chairman, Richard May, and Parish Clerk, Chris Bateman.

“Norfolk County Council is working hard to deliver a footpath and I have written to them today giving my support for urgent action. This is important not just for the vulnerable children at the school, but also for all villagers who currently take their lives into their own hands walking along this dangerous stretch of road,” Mr Ivory added. Councillor Angie Tillett, who has been fighting for a footpath for a number of years said, “This has been a long time coming, but if we can agree a route on Monday night we shall be one step closer.”