WE all love our furry friends - and we are sure they love us too.
Though, sadly, there are some pets out there who are currently in need of a little bit of affection.
The North Ayrshire branch of Cats Protection is one place where a number of loving felines end up, when they are in-between homes.
All cats adopted from the charity can become yours for a small adaption fee of £120, which covers vet bills prior to their arrival at their new forever homes.
We thought we would have a look and see some of the cats who for one reason or another are currently in need.
Cookie
Four-year-old female cat Cookie is a domestic short-hair.
She was a local stray and will be looking for a new home after a vet check. Cookie is a friendly cat but would prefer not to live with other pets.
Sooky
Sooky is an eight-year-old, male, domestic short with a heart-breaking back story.
He came into care when his owner passed away and is now ready for a new home.
He would prefer to live in a quiet home with no young kids or other pets. He has been used to outdoor access.
Henry
Henry is a male cat of an unknown age - though the domestic short-hair certainly is an interesting character.
Henry was a local stray and is now looking for a new home. He is a very shy boy who will need a cat experienced adopter with lots of patience.
He would be best in a quiet home with no kids or other pets.
Suzi
Young girl Suzie is just four-years-old and is a beautiful domestic long-hair.
Suzi is a very friendly young cat and came into care when her owner could no longer look after her.
She would like a quiet home with no or older kids and no other pets. She has been used to outdoor access.
Dwayne
Two-year-old, male, domestic short-hair Dwayne could prove to be great family pet.
He came into care as he couldn't get safe outdoor access in his home.
He would be ok to live with kids and can be alright with larger breed dogs but isn't keen on small dogs.
Rosie
Female domestic short-hair Rose is a real character with the eight-year-old full of life indeed.
She is a busy girl who likes to rush around and see what you are up to.
She would like a home with older kids and no other pets. She would like outdoor access, once settled.
Latte
Two-year-old domestic short hair Latte is a handsome young boy.
He came into care when he wasn't happy living with the kids in his home.
He is a nice boy but likes to do his own thing and so would be best in a quiet home with an experienced cat owner.
Latte would prefer to be the only pet and would like outdoor access once settled.
Jazz
Jazz is a timid seven-year-old, female, domestic short-hair who will need a little bit of a helping hand.
She came into care when she wasn't happy living with the children.
She is looking for a quiet home where she can be the only pet and have outdoor access.
Jazz will need some help to continue her weight loss.
Full details on all of the above cats, and how to adopt them, can be found online at cats.org.uk/northayrshire/adopt-a-cat.
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