A CAT-neutering event held by RSPCA Clwyd and Colwyn Branch has been hailed a success after 31 cats were seen to across two days.

The popular “£35 cat neutering event” took place at the RSPCA Animal Welfare Clinic, Vaughan Street, Rhyl, on October 29 and 31, and there are already plans to hold another.

Branch manager Kieren Barlow said: “We were delighted to see so many of local cat owners take up on this opportunity and to neuter  a total of 31 cats over the two days was a great outcome.

“I’d like to thank all the team who worked so hard over the two days and we now have our sights set on holding another event.

“However, as a small charity we’re now on the lookout for any local businesses who would like to help donate in order for us to fund our next neutering event.”

Kieren added that they would love to help more owners in the community access neutering at a discounted price.

“We imagine some pet owners could avoid having their cats neutered because of the cost - so we hope these neutering events are so important,” he said.

“Not only does neutering help reduce the unwanted cat population, it also means cats lead healthier, happier lives.

“Neutered cats are less likely to roam far from home or get into fights with other cats, both of which can increase their risk of injury or picking up illnesses.”

Cats are prolific breeders, with one female capable of giving birth to up to 18 kittens a year.

For the cat population to be effectively managed, the timing of neutering - as well as the overall number of cats neutered - is critical.

Female cats should be neutered at four months old, before they are able to become pregnant.

But many are unneutered by the time they reach a year old, meaning they could have already had at least one litter.

The branch clinic in Rhyl provides affordable veterinary treatment, including neutering and microchipping and all surgical and veterinary needs for animals that come into the branch's care, and also for pets whose owners are in receipt of state benefits or have lower annual incomes and covers the whole of North Wales.

It also provides life-saving care to a wide range of sick and injured wildlife brought in by members of the public.

The branch is looking to recruit a number of animal lovers to help support their animal welfare work within the community and to also become foster carers to the increasing number of animals coming in their care.

To contact the branch about helping them fund their next neutering event or to speak to them about volunteering please email reception@rspca-clwydandcolwyn.org.uk or please call the clinic on 01745 355798.