Just a few weeks ago, three tiny kittens — two males and one female, barely old enough to wobble on their feet — were found discarded like garbage, stuffed inside a plastic bag and thrown into a trash container.

A passerby witnessed the horrific moment, heard their screams, and bravely confronted the person responsible. Thankfully, he convinced them to at least leave the kittens in an open box, giving them a chance to breathe. By a stroke of luck, this same passerby saw us releasing neutered kittens nearby and quickly came to inform us of the situation. Thanks to his quick thinking and compassion, we were able to rescue the litter in time. While some witnesses speculated that the mother cat had died, it is more likely that the kittens were unwanted and just dumped in the trash —a far too common reality on our beautiful island.

The kittens were immediately taken into foster care. Miraculously, we found two wonderful mother cats who lovingly accepted the orphaned babies as their own. Their warmth and care gave the little ones a second chance at life. Now, just two weeks later, the little girl has already found a loving forever home. The two boys are still waiting for theirs — playful, healthy, and full of purring potential. You can see and adopt them here: 

Our beloved stray Bella recently had a little health scare that took her away from her usual sunny spot near the church. Bella, with her fluffy coat, stunning looks, and chubby figure, is one of the most charming members of the small stray colony we care for. Though she’s not the youngest anymore, her playful and cheerful nature always stood out—until she suddenly wasn’t herself.

We noticed she had lost her appetite and seemed less energetic. At first, we suspected parasites and gave her a spot-on treatment, but after two days without improvement, we took a closer look. Hidden beneath her thick fur, we discovered a lump—an abscess on her head.

Bella was immediately taken to the vet, where she received an antibiotic injection to treat the infection. Afterwards, she stayed in a crate with Tania for a full week to rest, recover, and continue her medication.

We’re happy to report that Bella is now fully recovered and back in her familiar surroundings with her little feline family. She’s eating again, enjoying the sun, and once more brightening our days with her cheerful spirit.

In April 2025, we had the pleasure of collaborating once again with Flying Cats e.V. as part of their ongoing neutering campaign on Rhodes. Over the course of four days, 12 stray cats were neutered—each one a small but important step toward controlling the stray population on our island.

Flying Cats e.V. is a German non-profit animal welfare organization dedicated to the neutering, treatment, and care of stray cats abroad. Working solely on the basis of donations, they offer free sterilizations and medical care for street cats in the areas they serve. Their team consists of experienced veterinarians, veterinary assistants, and dedicated local volunteers who give their time and energy to support every campaign. The campaigns are carried out in premises provided by the city, as a means of support for their mission.

Flying Cats is primarily active in Rhodes and Fuerteventura, and on Rhodes, they are particularly respected and appreciated within the animal welfare community. Their efforts have made a tangible impact on the stray cat population, improving the lives of countless animals and easing the burden on local helpers. If you’d like to learn more about Flying Cats e.V. or support them directly, visit their website: https://www.flying-cats.de/