Feline Friends, a voluntary organisation, offers abandoned cats and kittens. All cats are vaccinated and are neutered as breeding is not advocated. A donation to cover veterinary costs would be appreciated.

Contact: in Dubai 050-4510058, in Abu Dhabi: 050-8231569. In Al Ain: alainfelinefriends@yahoo.ca

Below are just a small selection of Feline Friends cats. For details call voice mail numbers. Being run by a group of volunteers, your calls will be answered quickly. Calls for adoption from adults only. Visit Feline Friends online at www.felinefriendsuae.com or e-mail felinefriendsdubai@yahoo.co.uk

Kit Kat is an adorable 4-month-old male kitten who has had a tough start in life. A severe injury to one of his front legs meant that it had to be amputated but he certainly doesn't let that stop him enjoying life. He is always ready to play or cuddle, and is completely used to other cats, dogs and humans. He's vaccinated and litter trained.

Celine is a beautiful 6-month-old female ginger cat. She adores human company and likes to be in a busy household. She is not fazed by kids or noises such as the vacuum cleaner. She's a talkative little character who'll provide years of companionship. She's vaccinated, sterilised and litter trained.

Bonny and Clyde: An easygoing brother/sister pair about 7-months-old. They've been with Feline Friends since they were young kittens and have been overlooked many times. They are a sweet pair. Both are vaccinated, sterilised and litter trained.

Mr and Mrs: What a turn-around this pair have made! Initially extremely shy and nervous, they are now much more confident and friendly.

Snoopy: A very sweet 6-month-old female, Snoopy was already adopted from Feline Friends but unfortunately her new home didn't work out because the cat that she went to live with decided he didn't like her. She's back with Feline Friends and looking for a new home without any other cats. She loves to be around humans, and is very affectionate, vaccinated, sterilised and litter trained.

Satwa: Sal is not the most strikingly beautiful cat but deserves a new home all the same. She is an adult female with lovely grey tabby markings. We are not sure of her age. She was rescued from a car park in Satwa with a huge wound on her neck where we think that someone may have tried to slit her throat. She is a little nervous initially but once she learns to trust you she is very sweet and affectionate. She's fully vaccinated, sterilised and litter trained.