18/03/2026
We're joining Wildheart Animal Sanctuary in calling for a ban on the cruel practice of breeding wild Servals with domestic cats in the UK. Servals are wild cats native to Africa; when bred with domestic cats they produce a ‘Savannah cat’.
With the UK Government choosing not to include the regulation of cat breeding in its animal welfare strategy for England, it’s more important than ever that we promote good animal welfare and challenge harmful breeding practices.
Battersea often takes in hybrid cats, like Zebedee here (pictured), when their owners can't cope. Hybrid cats often retain strong wild instincts that make them unsuitable as pets.
Breeding hybrid cats also raises significant welfare concerns for both the wild and domestic parents involved. It’s vital that we clamp down on this practice and stop further animals suffering at the hands of indiscriminate breeders.
Today is , which asks that anyone who is active on social media, who has a cat, or is thinking of acquiring a cat follows some simple rules to help promote good animal welfare and stop this trade:
🐈 Don’t buy a hybrid cat as a pet. Breeds include the Savannah cat, Caracat and Chausie cats.
🐈 Don’t like or share any social media posts containing hybrid cats.
🐈 Don’t buy cats or kittens online, particularly via social media sites.
🐈 If you are thinking of acquiring a cat, DO get a cat from a reputable rescue centre.