A WHITE cat who lost both her ears due to sunburn is looking for a new home.

Kahlo has been recovering after she had to have both ears removed as they were so badly sun-damaged.

The poor stray puss was taken in by the Cats Protection’s National Cat Adoption Centre in Haywards Heath.

Danielle Draper, manager at the centre, said: “Kahlo had been living as a stray and we got a call from a concerned resident after she gave birth to five kittens in a garden.

“All the kittens have done well and will be going to their new homes soon.

“However, poor Kahlo had very badly damaged ears as a result of sunburn and has needed surgery to remove the damage.

“It means she’s been left with no ears, though her hearing shouldn’t be affected.

“Kahlo’s ears must have been very painful and we’re hoping she will now be able to lead a happier, healthier life.

“She’ll need a new owner who will be committed to keeping her indoors on hot days so she doesn’t have any further issues.”

Danielle added that white cats are particularly vulnerable to sunburn, but all cats should be kept safe from the sun during hot weather.

She said: “The best way to protect your cat during the summer is to keep them indoors during the hottest part of the day, traditionally between 10am and 3pm.

“If that’s not possible, then provide sources of shade in your garden using cat-friendly plants and allow access to a shed or outhouse if possible.

“Also speak to your vet about an appropriate feline-friendly sunblock.”

While the National Cat Adoption Centre is currently closed to the public due to the coronavirus pandemic, cats are still being rehomed using a contact-free homing initiative.

To find out more, visit cats.org.uk.