This moggy is ‘feline’ just fine now thanks to a veterinary surgery.

Ed, who had no collar and wasn't microchipped, has been in the care of Wellpets since the beginning of the month when he arrived with a large infected wound underneath his left elbow.

Staff started the stray on a course of antibiotics and painkillers, but when the injury didn't show any signs of healing the decision was taken to operate.

Due to the site being badly infected a skin graft was performed to replace the large area of necrotic tissue.

Janet Higerty, head nurse at the animal hospital in Periwinkle Court, Milton Regis, said: “As Ed is a stray cat there is only £60 + VAT available from the RSPCA for emergency treatment so Wellpets have undertaken all this work to ensure Ed is given the best chance possible of having a good quality of life rather than euthanising him.

“The procedure and treatment would have cost in excess of £1,000 in normal circumstances, so he is a very lucky boy.”

Ed is making a good recovery and although he currently has drains in place to prevent fluid building up, he will soon be looking for a new home.

Janet added: “Unfortunately we have not been able to trace his owner.

“We understand Ed is currently quite scary-looking and may put off potential new owners but he is a very affectionate boy who needs lots of chin rubs. At least it is Halloween season so he looks good for the trick or treaters.”

If you think you can give Ed a loving home call 01795 424600.