Minnie - affectionate girl ready for her forever family
Minnie came to Woodlands through the kindness of a compassionate neighbour who stepped in when Minnie's owner moved away and left her behind. At just 1 year old, this beautiful black girl should have been secure in a permanent home with the person she knew and loved - instead she faced abandonment and uncertainty. Thankfully, a caring lady noticed her plight and took her in, providing food, shelter, and affection during those difficult weeks. Now, having spent time in the care of someone who truly valued her, Minnie is ready to find the forever home she deserves - one where she'll never be left behind again.
What makes Minnie so absolutely wonderful is her genuinely friendly, affectionate nature. She's a real lap cat who loves nothing more than settling on her humans' laps for cuddles and attention. She's also playful and full of energy, bringing joy and entertainment to her home. Her settled personality and calm demeanor make her ideal for family life, and she's proven herself to be excellent with children aged 6 years and older. Her comfort with other cats means she could thrive in multi-cat households, bringing her easygoing nature to various family dynamics.
Minnie is suited to indoor living and would thrive in homes away from busy roads where she can feel secure and safe. However, there is one important consideration: Minnie did not get along with the service dog in her recent foster situation, so she would be best suited to a dog-free household. This isn't a flaw in Minnie's character - it's simply that she prefers to be the only pet or to share her home only with cats, and she deserves a family where that preference is respected and honoured.
This lovely girl has already shown her resilience and her capacity for trust despite being abandoned. Minnie is asking for a family who will treasure her affectionate nature, celebrate her playfulness, and ensure she never faces displacement again. For a dog-free family with children 6 years and older who's ready to welcome an affectionate, playful lap cat and give her the permanent, loving home she deserves, Minnie is ready to become your super family pet and show you just how much joy a second chance can bring.
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.