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 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
A quick visual reference guide to our cats' preferences and personalities.
All of our kittens are usually ready for their forever loving homes from 9 weeks of age. They will have had a full vet check, their first vaccination, be microchipped, up to date with worming treatments & come with 4 weeks insurance with Pet Plan.
As a rehomer you will be responsible for ensuring your kitten receives their second vaccination and is neutered.
If you would like any help or support arranging any of these future appointments, please do let us know as we will be happy to assist.
Tabella
Age: 10 years
Breed: Tabby Tortie Domestic Shorthair
This 10-year-old tabby tortoiseshell lived with one owner since 16 weeks old and is heartbroken by their ill health. "Spicy" and strong-willed, Tabella gets overstimulated quickly and bites, making her unsuitable for children. Doesn't get on with cats or dogs - needs pet-free, adults-only home. Loves play and outdoor access, was deeply devoted to her previous owner. Needs single person who understands complex cats, respects boundaries, and seeks a challenging but rewarding relationship. Not for everyone - but for the right person, she's everything.
Requires experienced owner - adults only, no other pets, outdoor access essential
Learn more about Tabella
Ivy
Age: 1 year 7 months
Breed: Tabby and White Domestic short hair
A nervous stray who found her protective, devoted side as a new mum — Ivy will be ready for adoption once her kittens are weaned and she has been neutered in the coming weeks.
Ivy is not yet available for adoption. She'll be ready for rehoming once her kittens have been weaned and she has been neutered, expected in the coming weeks. Please get in touch to register your interest, and we'll keep you updated as her timeline progresses.
Learn more about Ivy
Hettie RESERVED
Age: 2 years & 8 months old
Breed: Black & white Domestic Shorthair
An affectionate, attentive mum of four who adores a cuddle and greets everyone with enthusiasm — Hettie is as happy on your lap as she is playing, and would suit a home with children, away from busy roads.
Hettie's kittens will need time to grow before the family is ready for rehoming. If you'd like to register your interest in Hettie, please get in touch and we'll keep you updated on her progress.
Hettie's kittens
Age: 8 weeks old
Breed: Black & Black and White, Domestic shorthair
Hettie's litter, now 8 weeks old — they were small at birth but are now thriving, confident, and full of energy, playing happily with each other. Some of this litter are still available for rehoming, while some have already been reserved.
Hettie's kittens are not yet quite ready for rehoming. However, please get in touch to register your interest, and we'll keep you updated as they near readiness for rehoming.
Learn more about Hetties kittens
Curly & Caesar
Age: 1 years old
Breed: White & Black domestic shorthair & White domestic shorthair
Curly and Caesar are 1-year-old brothers who came to Woodlands from the same multi-cat household after financial difficulties affected their family. These beautiful boys will do better homed as a pair. Curly will happily greet you and is outgoing and playful whilst Caesar is very shy and nervous with people at the moment and needs time to gain confidence with his brother for support.
Learn more about Curly & Caesar
Flo RESERVED
Age: 1 years & 8 months old
Breed: Black & White Domestic short hair
A devoted young mum whose kittens have all found their forever homes — now it's Flo's turn to find hers. Friendly, affectionate, and ready to settle into a loving home of her own.
Flo is now available for adoption and ready to go when the right family comes along. Please get in touch to arrange a visit.
Olive (Nia reserved)
Age: 1 year old
Breed: Black domestic shorthair & tortie domestic shorthair
Nia has been reserved, but Olive is still waiting for her chance of a happy ever after.
Nias last kitten
Age: 8 weeks old
Breed: Black & white domestic shorthair
One of the last of Nia and Olive's co-parented litter still available — a black and white girl raised with double the mum's attention and affection.
Please get in touch to register your interest in this kitten, and we'll be happy to arrange a time for you to meet her.
Marge
Age: 2 years old
Breed: Black Domestic Short hair
Learn more about the Marge
Sasha
Age: Unsure but still young
Breed: Tabby & white domestic short hair.
A friendly stray mum who raised her kittens against the odds — Sasha will be ready for her own home once her family is weaned and she's been spayed, which will be in the next week.
Quinn's kitten
Age: 8 weeks old
Breed: Black & white Domestic Shorthair
The last of Quinn's litter of six still looking for a home — a thriving, confident kitten raised by a devoted mum, ready to go once weaning is complete.
This kitten is not yet available for adoption — they'll be ready to go to their new home once weaning from Quinn is complete, which will be in the next few weeks. Please get in touch to register your interest, and we'll keep you updated as they near readiness.
Learn more about Quinn's kitten
Tracy's kittens 1 & 2 (Reserved)
Age: 12 weeks
Breed: Brown Tabby Domestic shorthair
These two 12-week-old brown tabby brothers came to us from a multicat farm rescue and have only ever known life together. Comfortable with multiple cats and confident from their farm upbringing, they're adaptable, resilient boys at the perfect age to bond with their forever families. Can be adopted together as littermates or separately based on what suits different families. Either way, they'll bring playfulness, affection, and the special charm of farm-raised kittens ready to embrace domestic life.
Can be adopted together or separately - Ready to thrive
Learn more about them
U Kittens
Age: 9 month old
Breed: Black and white Domestic Short Hairs
Four gorgeous foster kittens — three confident, cuddly boys and one shy little girl who blossoms with a bit of patience — ready for their forever homes from this Sunday, once vaccinated and microchipped.
These kittens will be ready to go to their new homes from this Sunday. If you think you could offer one of these babies a safe, loving forever home, please get in touch — we'd love to hear from you.
Tilly
Age: 1 year old
Breed: Black & White domestic short hair
A young stray mum whose kittens are now 4 weeks old — Tilly is expected to be ready for her new home by mid-November, once weaning is complete and she has been spayed.
Tilly is not yet available for adoption but is expected to be ready by mid-November. Please get in touch to register your interest, and we'll update you as her timeline progresses.
Learn more about Tilly
Hettie's last kitten
Age: 8 weeks old
Breed: Black and white Domestic Shorthairs
Hettie's litter, now 8 weeks old — they were small at birth but are now thriving, confident, and full of energy, playing happily with their siblings.
Hettie's kittens are very nearly ready for rehoming. Please get in touch to register your interest, and we'll keep you updated as they near readiness for rehoming.
Learn more about these Hettie's kittensRehoming 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.