April – Cathy & Mr. Bean

Congratulations to Cathy. Black cats have long had an unfair reputation, with many people around the world associating them with bad luck and superstition. Cathy never believed any animal could bring bad luck, but in Mr. Bean’s case, she can honestly say he brought her very good luck! Mr. Bean was found, along with another kitten (possibly his brother), abandoned in a bin and in a terrible condition. He was underweight, unwell, and had very little fur. Cathy took them both in as fosters, and Mr. Bean needed constant care, multiple baths a day due to stomach issues, and at night he would sleep tucked under the covers beside her just to stay warm. Because of the stigma around black cats, he was never adopted… so she made the easy decision to keep him. Today, Mr. Bean is thriving: healthy, full of personality and with a sleek, shiny coat. He loves going on walks with her family and their dog Chito (also adopted from PAWS-PATAS). He’s truly their little black panther and they feel incredibly lucky to have him in their lives. And yes… of course he got extra treats for helping her win the prize! Cathy has chosen to spend 150€ in a beauty salon and 100€ in her favourite restaurant.

March – Vicky & Apolo

Congratulations to Vicky & Apolo, our 5 th winners. Apolo’s story began in 2024 when as a timid young kitten, he & his sister, Aphrodita, were discovered in a dilapidated building on the verge of renovation. With little to no experience of human contact, both kittens were understandably nervous & wary. Fortunately, they were rescued just in time & placed into the care of an experienced foster carer, who worked patiently & compassionately to help them learn to trust. Over time & with gentle handling, both kittens began to accept human touch. Once ready, they were transferred to our cattery where their progress continued. Aphrodita was quickly adopted, leaving Apolo initially unsettled without his sister. However, with continued reassurance & care,
Apolo began to flourish. After ten months of dedication, Apolo transformed from a frightened, untouchable kitten into a sweet & affectionate young cat who loved attention & happily curled up for cuddles. Everyone at the cattery, along with Apolo’s original foster carer, were overjoyed when he finally found his forever home—fittingly located just down the road from the shelter where his journey began. Apolo’s story is a testament to the power of patience, compassion & the life-changing impact of rescue & rehabilitation. Vicky is a PAWS-PATAS volunteer and she’s chosen a pet shop so she can buy toys & goodies for the cats in our care. How lovely is that?

February – Kate Bullivant & Hobo

Congratulations to Kate Bullivant and her dog, Hobo, our 4th winners. Kate chose the name Hobo to represent her in the draw – one of her beloved dogs. Kate explained – “Hobo was a stray that turned up when I moved to Spain. Within a few weeks he began to trust me, then moved in permanently! He definitely ruled the roost and subsequently told his friends because he then brought another 3 to live with us. Sadly Hobo is no longer with us but he will always be my special boy”. In the photograph, Hobo is the lovely lad on the back of the sofa – looking over the others and showing he certainly did rule the roost. Well done Kate – Hobo certainly worked his magic by helping your name be picked in the draw, showing he’s still looking out for you. Enjoy your vouchers for Amazon, Decathlon, Primark and El Punto Restaurante.

January – Nevanka & Sinatra

Congratulations to Nevanka and her cat, Nancy Sinatra, our 3 rd winners Nancy Sinatra, is a beautiful 15 year old cat. Her mum was a stray and gave birth to Nancy in Nevanka’s home. Nevanka has chosen her 250€ of vouchers from a bistro, restaurant, beauty salon and our PAWS-PATAS outlet, but we’re sure Nancy will be getting a few extra well deserved treats.

December – Winner chose to remain anonymous

November – ERIC & LEON

Congratulations to Eric Wintersgill and his cat Leon, our first winners Leon was a cat who was in our shelter – a lovely and friendly boy who loved a stroke and who arrived with his siblings. All beautiful cats, whose owner had sadly died and her dying wish was “Please look after my cats”. Her husband kept that promise until he became poorly, at which time all 3 came in to our care.

Leon has since got his happy ever after in a fabulous home in Holland and Eric is overjoyed to have been our first winner of vouchers to the value of 250€, selecting them from Badgers, Bombay Tacos, La Parata and San Pedro Bar

Enjoy your dining out Eric, and thank you for supporting PAWS-PATAS.
And to the beautiful Leon – we’re so glad we found you your forever home. A happy ending all round