Donating bedding and equipment to a cat rescue: what to check first
What to check before offering towels, blankets or equipment, and why one rescue’s yes can be another’s no.
Less waste
More useful purchases and fewer things destined for the cupboard. Buying less is also an option.
Start here
Keep the useful bits.
Check whether cleaning, maintenance or the right spare part would solve the problem before replacing the whole thing.
Decide whether to repair or replaceGive it some care.
Start with the materials and the maker’s instructions.
Replace the part.
Match the model, dimensions and fittings.
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Choose practical pack sizes, improve storage and check what gets left behind, without changing the food your cat needs.
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Decide whether cat equipment needs cleaning, a compatible spare, qualified repair or replacement, with practical checks for fountains, feeders, toys and trays.