Francesca - young mum ready to discover her own joy
Francesca came to Woodlands through Preston Welfare from a multi-cat household, and this beautiful 1-year-old brown tabby arrived carrying more than just herself - she's pregnant and preparing for motherhood. Barely a year old herself, Francesca is facing the responsibility of raising kittens when she should still be enjoying her own youth and playfulness. Yet despite her circumstances, her playful nature shines through, revealing a spirited young cat whose personality is just waiting to fully blossom once the demands of motherhood are behind her.
What makes Francesca particularly endearing is that she's maintained her playful character despite everything she's navigating. Many young cats in her situation would become withdrawn or stressed, but Francesca continues to show the energy and curiosity that makes young cats such delightful companions. This resilience and spirit suggest that once she's raised her kittens and been spayed, she'll absolutely flourish in a home where she can finally focus on being young, playful, and cherished for herself rather than constantly giving to her babies.
Francesca will spend the coming weeks caring for her kittens before being spayed, and will be ready for rehoming approximately at the end of May. She would thrive in a home suited to indoor living where her playful nature can be encouraged and celebrated. At just a year old, she has her whole life ahead of her - a life that should be filled with play, exploration, and the kind of carefree joy that every young cat deserves but that motherhood has temporarily put on hold.
Francesca is not yet available for adoption as she prepares for and raises her kittens, but we're accepting expressions of interest from families ready to welcome this lovely girl once she's ready. After giving so much at such a young age, Francesca deserves a home where she'll receive endless affection, where her playful spirit will be nurtured, and where she can finally discover what it means to simply be young and loved. She's been a mother - now it's time for someone to cherish her.
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.