A CARING cat lover is needed to provide a home for Winnie, a black and white female who may need medication for the rest of her life.

The three-year-old was found painfully ill and thin at Winton Bank, near Northallerton, last year and June Levey, of the RSPCA Vale of Mowbray branch, said she may need tablets for a lengthy period of time to help her return to health.

"She's a very friendly cat and has got everything going for her. It will be hard to let her go," she said.

Homes are also needed for a white long-haired female, a tortoise shell female and a tabby male. Anyone able to care for them should contact June on (01609) 776652.