: Many rescues prefer homes with gardens. If you live in an apartment, look for "indoor-only" specific listings at Cats Protection or check out Bushey Tail Rescue, which is often more flexible with flat-dwellers.
With online marketplaces like Gumtree seeing high volumes of listings, London buyers must stay vigilant against "backyard breeders" who prioritise profit over animal welfare.
Londoners are often divided between adopting from a charity or buying from a private breeder.