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Paul - affectionate young soul seeking his forever home

Paul came to us as a stray, found in a garden where he and his companion Percy had been surviving on the kindness of a compassionate neighbour willing to feed them. At just 9 months old, this beautiful black and white boy is barely past kittenhood - he should be settled into a safe, loving home with all his basic needs being met, not struggling to survive on scraps in a garden. Yet despite his uncertain start and the vulnerability of being a young stray, Paul has retained something wonderful: he's genuinely friendly and absolutely loves being fussed over, seeking out human attention and affection with the enthusiasm of a kitten who's learned that people can mean kindness.

What makes Paul particularly endearing is how his love of fuss reveals his fundamental desire for human connection. Despite having no secure home, Paul has chosen to trust people and seek out the companionship and attention he clearly craves. This isn't a cat who's become wary or withdrawn from his street experience - this is a boy who's maintained his open heart and his faith in human kindness, even when circumstances have been uncertain. His affectionate nature and love of being petted make him an ideal companion for someone seeking a young cat who actively wants to be involved in their life.

At 9 months old, Paul is at that wonderful age where he's past the tiniest kitten stage but still has all the playfulness, energy, and adaptability that makes young cats such delightful companions. He would suit a home away from busy roads where he can explore safely and enjoy the outdoor experiences he's clearly learned to love as a stray, or an indoor home if his new family prefers. His friendly, fuss-loving nature makes him wonderfully adaptable to various living situations - what matters most is that he's with people who will treasure his affectionate personality and give him the security he's been seeking.

This lovely boy has already shown remarkable resilience and sweetness despite his uncertain beginnings. Paul is asking for something beautifully simple - a home where he'll never have to scavenge or survive again, where his love of fuss will be indulged, and where he can finally settle into the safe, secure life every young cat deserves. For someone ready to give a friendly, affectionate kitten the permanent home and attention he's been longing for, Paul is waiting to show you just how devoted and loving he can be.

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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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