ANIMAL lovers are invited to Cats Protection's next homing show this Saturday, January 23.

The event, organised by the Worcester and District branch of the charity, runs between 11am and 1pm at Fernhill Heath Memorial Hall, 73 Droitwich Road, Worcester, WR3 8RJ.

Merlin is one of the cats hoping for a new home at the show. He is a seven-month-old black and white male who was found abandoned in a box with his two brothers.

He is a shy but affectionate cat and is becoming more confident by the day.

Merlin is looking for a home with adults or older children. He appears to be ok with dogs.

If you could offer him a home, please call the branch on 07527 007436 or email info@worcestercats.org.uk.