May - loving heart abandoned but not broken
May's story is one that's all too painfully familiar - this beautiful 2-year-old black and white girl was simply left behind when her owners moved away, discarded as if her loyalty and love meant nothing at all. Thankfully, compassionate neighbours recognized the cruelty of her abandonment and brought her to Woodlands, refusing to let her face survival alone. Yet despite being so callously betrayed, May has retained something extraordinary: she's friendly, affectionate, and genuinely loves a fuss. Her trust in people hasn't been shattered by abandonment - if anything, it makes her forgiving nature all the more remarkable.
What makes May particularly special is her wonderful, well-rounded personality. She's a genuine lap cat who seeks out affection and cuddles, yet she's also playful and full of energy when the mood strikes. This balance of affectionate companionship and entertaining playfulness makes her an absolute joy to be around - she'll happily curl up with you for quiet moments, then leap into action when a toy appears. Her adaptability extends to her living preferences too: she's suited to either indoor or outdoor living, making her flexible for various household situations.
At just 2 years old, May has her whole life ahead of her - a life that should be filled with the devotion and permanence she's been denied. She needs a family who understands that commitment isn't conditional on convenience, who will make promises and actually keep them. May has already proven her capacity for unconditional love despite being let down in the worst way; now she needs humans worthy of that remarkable trust.
This lovely girl deserves so much more than she's been given. May is asking for something simple but profound - a home where she'll never be left behind again, where her affectionate lap cat nature will be treasured, where her playful spirit will be encouraged, and where she can finally settle knowing that the people who claim to love her will actually stay. For someone ready to give a forgiving, loving cat the forever home she deserves, May is waiting to show them just how devoted she can be.
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.