A cat who has spent nearly a year in care is looking for a new home.  

Named after the newsreader Sir Trevor McDonald, the eight-year-old cat has been with Cats Protection Downham Market for 10 months.  

Described as a confident, friendly and playful character, Sir Trevor’s foster carers are looking for a home that would allow him to “enjoy the spring sunshine". 

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Watton & Swaffham Times: Sir Trevor McDonald is an ideal family cat who loves to run and play, especially with ping pong balls and string toysSir Trevor McDonald is an ideal family cat who loves to run and play, especially with ping pong balls and string toys (Image: Cats Protection)

Leah Snowdon, Rehoming and Welfare Assistant at the charity adoption centre said: “Sir Trevor is a rather handsome chap and we’ve all fallen for his charms.

"We are making this appeal to find Sir Trevor a home before he clocks up a milestone no cat wants - a full year in care. He deserves better.”

Sir Trevor is an ideal family cat who loves to run and play with ping pong balls and string toys but he could also curl up on laps for a snooze.

He enjoys the company of people as he greets them with excitement, brushing around their legs. 

Watton & Swaffham Times: An eight-year-old cat named after the newsreader Sir Trevor McDonald has been forced to spend nearly a year in care at Cats Protection, in Downham MarketAn eight-year-old cat named after the newsreader Sir Trevor McDonald has been forced to spend nearly a year in care at Cats Protection, in Downham Market (Image: Cats Protection)

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Ms Snowdon added: “As well as enjoying the attention, it’s not uncommon to see Sir Trevor in the window, keeping a keen eye on comings and goings in the street.

"He’s like his own neighbourhood watch. If there’s a cat version of a news hound, Sir Trevor is it.”

Sir Trevor does have a mild heart murmur which comes with the recommendation of an annual vet check but Cats Protection will share medical notes and suggested care with interested owners.

For more information, visit the Cats Protection website.