READERS LETTER

Dear @Sheringham
I'd just like to say thank you for doing these magazines because whenever the next one comes, I always rush to the door to get it, so that I can read it first. But I'm afraid that won't be happening in July because I am moving away to South America where my Mum comes from. So I'm going to be very upset when I leave because I won't be reading the @Sheringham or walking into Sheringham town to sit by the beach so I will miss all of that. I'm entering the Beaky competition for the last time, as I will leave on the 9th of July. Hopefully if win, I will have something to remember Sheringham by and I can show my new friends in Colombia that my name is in a magazine.

I am very much going to miss reading the @Sheringham but I hope you carry on the magazine forever as it is very successful. I loved finding out what was going on and especially liked embarrassing stories, competitions and reading about the cats, as they are my favourite animal.
Sophie Hershman, age 12

CATS PROTECTION

We are pleased to report that another of our older cats has been re-homed.   Mungo, a delightful black and white boy, age 9 years, joined us recently because he could not settle to living in London after spending all his life in the country.  He has adapted well to his new surroundings and is enjoying receiving lots of tender loving care from his new owner and her friends in a local Residential Home.

Working with cats we have found that we are always learning something new.  When Lola came into care, having been abandoned by her owners when they moved we did not expect any problems.  This dear little cat was pregnant, very thin and in need of lots of tender loving care.  A week after arriving she had three kittens and proved to be a very protective and caring mother.  When the kittens were six weeks old Stephanie noticed that her top lip was very thick and took her to the vets who advised her that Lola had a rodent ulcer.  Although this is easily treeted with steroids, Lola could not begin treatment while feeding her kittens.  As soon as the kittens were feeding independently, they went to stay with Margaret, and Lola received appropriate treatment.   The kittens have all now left for their new homes and Lola, now recovered and neutered is waiting to be chosen.  Although there is a possibility that the rodent ulcer could return, it is easily treated and not life threatening.

If you are looking for a cat, call Stephanie on 01692 535858.  Alternatively you can visit http://www.northwalsham.cats.org.uk (our new web address) for a description and photographs of the cats before giving her a call on the above number.


Open Morning in aid of North Walsham & District Branch of Cats Protection at Mill Cottage, Mill Road, Dilham on Saturday 17th June from 10.30 until 12.30 (if wet in Village Hall) Cats Protection Goods, Hand Made Goods and Gifts, Bric a Brac, Tombola, Raffle, Books, etc. plus an opportunity to see the cats in care at Dilham.   Refreshments will also be available.