Alfie was one of a litter of five kittens who were the very first kittens rescued by Cat Rescue Christchurch back in 2006! Him and his mum and four litter mates were abandoned in New Brighton and were living in someone’s garage.

Alfie was called Tonka at the time and found a loving home with Donna, Cat Rescue volunteer. Donna says that Alfie settled in very quickly to life at her house. It took him some time to pluck up the confidence to venture outside, and once he did, he discovered the garden – one of his favourite spots!

He enjoyed playing with Donna’s other rescue cat Rupert – they would chase each other and pounce when one wasn’t looking. Donna says that they were so happy together even though they weren’t brothers or even related!

“Alfie is quiet and affectionate but needs to know what’s going on. He seems to enjoy bringing me special gifts from outside such as mice (2 and a half), birds, grasshoppers (yes that was all in one day and on my birthday!!) and lets me know by a small sharp meow that he has a treat to contribute to the larder with! He likes to hang out with me in the garden or in the garage. He’s a big softie with a great appetite”, says Donna.