Meet our cats
All of them have their own unique personality, and rehoming requirements. Please take time to read their stories and we hope you'll both find the perfect match.
If you would like to proceed with rehoming one of our cats please book an appointment, and then complete our rehoming application form.
Unfortunately we cannot process applications that are incomplete, and applications / appointments from outside 1 hours drive from the sanctuary will not be considered.
In addition, we will not rehome an adult cat into a household with an existing adult cat present. We will also not rehome a single kitten into a household without another cat present as, to meet welfare standards, kittens need vital social interaction. For full details read our Rehoming Rules
Please note that we currently have no kittens available for rehoming
A quick visual reference guide to our cats' preferences and personalities.
Fergus and Frank (Reserved)
Age: 18 weeks
Breed: Black & white domestic shorthair
These 18-week-old black and white brothers came from a hoarding situation and are learning what normal life means. Frank is adapting well, while Fergus is still a little nervous but making steady progress with handling. Both now enjoy playing with toys and are keen on other cats. They would suit a home with older children (or adults-only) with patient, experienced owners.
In foster care - contact Alex on 01704 823293 to view.
Cinders (Reserved)
Age: 4 years
Breed: Tortoiseshell
This lovely 4-year-old tortoiseshell came in as a pregnant stray but has maintained a wonderfully friendly, playful personality. She loves attention and fuss, clearly craving the companionship she's been missing. Due to give birth any day, Cinders will be ready for rehoming around the end of April after raising her kittens and being spayed. Suited to indoor living or quiet areas - ready to finally be cherished.
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Bert
Age: 4 Years
Breed: Black & white Domestic Shorthair
This 4-year-old black and white boy came in as a stray who'd been living in a garden shed, fed by a kind homeowner but without a real home. Genuinely friendly despite being understandably scared on admission, Bert needs a calm, patient environment where he can decompress and learn that this change leads to safety. Suited to indoor living or homes away from busy roads with experienced, gentle owners.
Learn more about Bert
Doris
Age: 1 year 6 months
Breed: Black Domestic Shorthair
Found as a stray with a six-month-old kitten at barely a year old, this 1-year-6-month-old girl is now pregnant again. After raising this final litter for nine weeks and being spayed, Doris will be ready for rehoming toward the end of April. Comfortable with other cats and suited to indoor living or quiet areas, she deserves a home where she can finally just be young and carefree.
Learn more about Doris
Scruff (Reserved)
Age: 6 years
Breed: Tabby & White Donestic Shorthair
This 6-year-old tabby and white boy was found as a stray but chose to stay in one kind lady's garden rather than roam. Remarkably placid and friendly despite his street experience, Scruff is a genuine lap cat who welcomes human contact. Suited to indoor or outdoor living, he would thrive in a home away from busy roads where his gentle, affectionate nature can truly shine.
Learn more about Scruff
Freda & Flo (Reserved)
Age: 23 weeks & 19 weeks
Breed: Black & White Donestic Shorthair
These black and white sisters - Freda (23 weeks) and Flo (19 weeks) - came from a multi-cat household due to their owner's ill health and have formed an inseparable bond. Wonderfully adaptable with both cats and dogs, they're ideal for multi-pet households. Suited to indoor living or homes away from busy roads, they're at the perfect age to bond deeply with their forever family while providing each other with comfort and companionship.
In foster care - contact Alex on 01704 823293 to view.Learn more about them
Sox
Age: 1 year 6 month old
Breed: Black & white Domestic shorthair
This beautiful 1-year-6-month-old black and white girl was left behind when her owners moved, surviving eight weeks in a garden with help from a kind stranger. Despite her abandonment, Sox remained affectionate - she was happy to cuddle and be fussed from the moment she arrived. Playful and trusting, she's being vet checked, vaccinated, and spayed before rehoming. Suited to homes with older children or adults, indoor or outdoor living away from busy roads.
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Leicester (Reserved)
Age: 4 years old
Breed: Ginger domestic shorthair
This 4-year-old ginger boy was abandoned when his owner moved away, left behind as if he meant nothing. Rescued with help from a caring neighbour who'd been feeding him, Leicester clearly knew and loved domestic life. Suited to indoor living or homes away from busy roads, he needs owners who understand that commitment means forever - people who will never leave him behind again
Learn more about Leicester
Bumble
Age: 1 years & 6 months
Breed: Black and White Domestic short hair
This beautiful 1-year-6-month-old black and white girl came in as a pregnant stray but has maintained a wonderfully affectionate, playful personality. She loves attention and fuss, actively seeking human companionship. Due to give birth in a couple of weeks, Bumble will be ready for rehoming around mid-May after raising her kittens and being spayed. Suited to indoor living or quiet areas, ideal with older children.
Learn more about Bumble
Oreo & Aero (Reserved)
Age: 3 years & 1 years 6 months
Breed: Black and White shorthair
These black and white companions lost their home when their owner had to leave their council flat. Oreo (3 years, female) and Aero (1 year 6 months, male) are a bonded pair who provide each other with comfort and companionship. Suitable with older children and adaptable to flat living, they simply need a home where they can stay together and rebuild their sense of security.
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Ava & 1 kitten (Interest pending)
Age: 2 years 1 month & 2 days old
Breed: British Blue
This stunning 2-year-old blue British beauty came from a multi-cat household with minimal human contact, arriving terrified but making remarkable progress. No longer hiding and accepting gentle strokes, Ava is learning to trust one day at a time. She has given birth to one kitten and will be rehomed together with her baby. Ready for rehoming end of April after raising her kitten and being spayed. Needs experienced, patient owners in a calm, adults-only home.
Learn more about Ava
Mimi (Reserved)
Age: 2 years old
Breed: Tabby & White domestic short hair
This 2-year-old tabby and white girl was abandoned when her owner moved house. Arriving very scared but accepting gentle head strokes, Mimi is showing she can still trust despite her betrayal. Already spayed and receiving vet care, she needs a calm home with patient, experienced owners and older children (or adults-only). Suited to indoor living or quiet areas. She deserves a family who will stay.
Learn more about Mimi
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Rehoming Animals Since 2005
At Woodlands Animal Sanctuary we understand that all our animals’ health and well-being is paramount.We ensure that all our cats and kittens receive the highest standards of care and medical treatment possible before being rehomed. This includes:
- Veterinary Checks
- Worming Treatment
- Microchipping
All of our cats and kittens leave Woodlands registered to the Sanctuary to ensure they can be re-united with their family. - Tests for Feline Aids and Leukemia where necessary
- Spayed/Neutered
All cats over 6 months old are spayed/neutered and kittens from 9 weeks to 6 months come with a money off voucher for Ribble vets and Parker and Crowther * - Vaccinations
All of our cats receive at least their first vaccination before leaving Woodlands. Any cat who has not yet received their second vaccination and/or neuter, can get a discounted rate at either Ribble Vets or any Parker and Crowther practise. *
*Proof of adoption from Woodlands Animal Sanctuary will be required when claiming the discount vouchers.
This care incurs costs of over £400 per cat to Woodlands Animal Sanctuary and to help us recoup some of these costs we charge a rehoming fee of £95 for a single cat and £180 for a pair.
Rehoming Rules
We won't home single kittens without another cat present. Rehoming a single kitte doesn't meet welfare standards as it will have no social interaction with other cats. This means that if you already have an adult you can have one kitten. If you don't have an adult cat, you can take an established adult cat or two kittens.
We ensure that no cat or kitten is released to its new home until 48 hours after its vaccination.
If there are other pets in the household i.e. dogs, we will normally recommend a kitten unless we have an adult cat who is used to living with dogs. Dogs are able to come to the Sanctuary to be introduced to the cat.
All existing cats in any household must be neutered.
All cats and kittens that leave Woodlands Animal Sanctuary must leave with the food and litter that they are currently using here, this can be purchased from our onsite shop.