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Harri & Charley - loyal sisters looking for a safe, peaceful home together

Harri and Charley have come to Woodlands because their home stopped being a safe place for them. The family dog recently began attacking the cats, and for the girls’ safety, the difficult decision was made to hand them in. It’s a situation no one could have predicted, and it’s no reflection on these two lovely girls. They deserve to feel secure again, and through all of this they have had each other.

Harri is a pretty tabby, aged three years and four months, and Charley is a beautiful blue tortie, aged two years and four months. Right now, both girls are very scared. After what they’ve been through, that’s completely understandable. They’re still processing a frightening time, and they need gentle reassurance and space while they learn that they’re safe. The one thing that helps them most is each other. Their close bond is their comfort, and they’ll be rehomed together so that neither has to face a new start alone.

Both girls are neutered and are suited to indoor living, which will give them a calm, secure base to build their confidence from. They’re suitable for homes with older children who understand the need to be quiet and patient around nervous cats. After their experiences with the dog, they’ll be happiest in a peaceful home without dogs, where they can relax knowing they’re safe. Our team will be happy to talk through how they might fit into your household.

We’re looking for a truly patient, understanding family who won’t expect too much too soon. Harri and Charley will need time, quiet and plenty of gentle encouragement before they feel ready to come out and trust. The right adopter will measure progress in small steps, a curious look, a step closer, a moment of calm, and will treasure every one of them. For someone willing to give them that time, seeing these sisters slowly realise they’re finally safe will be something really special.

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Our Rehoming Process

At Woodlands Animal Sanctuary we understand the importance of placing our animals in the right forever home. That’s why we ensure that all applicants go through the same three-stage process. This helps us to ensure not only the animals safety, but that you and your new friend are the perfect match.

Application & Appointment

Our rehoming process starts with you booking an appointment to view our rehoming cattery, alongside an application form which helps us to best understand which cats will suit your needs and lifestyle. On your visit we will introduce you to selected cats, and discuss your requirements and the available cats’ characteristics in more detail. The appointment should take between 30-45 minutes and will give you the chance to get up close and know your future furry friend(s) just to make sure there is a perfect match between you and the chosen cat!

Step One

Step Two

Home Check

Once you’ve been matched with your cat(s) and your application has been approved on-site, your details and application will be passed onto one of our home checkers for final vetting, who will contact you and arrange a home visit or perform some additional checks over the phone.
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.
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