Cinders - playful spirit waiting to shine RESERVED
Cinders came to Woodlands as a pregnant stray, but you'd never know she'd been facing motherhood alone on the streets from her wonderfully warm personality. This lovely 4-year-old tortoiseshell is genuinely friendly, loves a fuss, and has a playful side that's just waiting to fully emerge once she's no longer focused on the demands of raising kittens. She's the sort of cat who greets you with enthusiasm, clearly craving the attention and affection she's been missing.
What makes Cinders particularly special is how she's maintained her sweet, engaging nature despite her circumstances. Many cats who've struggled through pregnancy as strays become withdrawn or defensive, but Cinders has kept her faith in people and her love of interaction. Her playful character suggests a cat who's ready to embrace domestic life fully - she wants to play, to be fussed over, and to simply enjoy being someone's cherished companion rather than a stray in survival mode.
Cinders is due to give birth any day now and will spend nine weeks caring for her kittens before being spayed. She'll be ready for rehoming around the end of April, at which point she can finally focus on her own happiness rather than her babies' needs. She's suited to indoor living or homes away from busy roads, and would thrive with a family who appreciates an affectionate, interactive cat who genuinely enjoys human company.
Cinders is not yet available for adoption as she prepares for motherhood, but we're accepting expressions of interest from families eager to give this sweet girl the permanent home she deserves. After raising her final litter, Cinders will be ready to discover what it means to be truly cared for - to have her playfulness encouraged, her affection returned, and her days filled with the security and comfort every friendly cat should know. She's been living for her kittens - soon she can live for herself.
Our Rehoming Process
Application & Appointment
Step One
Step Two
Home Check
After this, we will arrange an appointment with you to pick up your new friend, as well as the required food and litter which is available to purchase at our on-site shop.
Rehoming
From the initial appointment to collection usually takes between 7-10 days. When you come to collect your new cat(s), you will just need to sign the relevant paperwork, as well as paying the donation fee via our website. Prior to release all cats will have the necessary vaccinations and medical treatments - all signed off by our vet.
Step Three
Rehoming Rules
- We will not rehome an adult cat into a home where there are existing adult cats.
- We won't home single kittens without another cat present. Rehoming a single kitten 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.