A 'gentle and loving' cat is looking for her forever home.

Molly the tortoiseshell was found wandering the streets of Stockport by a member of the public back in March.

She is now in foster care at Silk Cat Rescue.

Not microchipped and with advertising failing to find a previous owner, the volunteer-only registered charity based in Pott Shrigley are now seeking a new family for her.

Trustee Irene North said: "Molly has been the perfect patient – in good health, not fussy about food and uses her tray reliably.

"Tortoiseshell coloured cats have a reputation for being a bit nasty but, in Molly's case, she must be the exception to the rule – she is gentle and loving and hasn't put a paw wrong the whole time she's been with us. Our volunteers love her to bits and she is a great allrounder.

"We feel she would suit both beginner and expert owners alike – a great addition to a family with children over five or a super companion for someone seeking company."

Molly was found in Stockport in March (Credit: Silk Cat Rescue)

Molly has been examined and neutered by vets in Bollington, who estimate her to be around five years old, although her behaviour suggests she may be a little younger.

If you would like more details about Molly or Silk Cat Rescue itself, visit www.silkcatrescue.org.uk/adopt.