Petal - devoted senior seeking her final chapter of love
Petal's story is bittersweet in every sense. This beautiful 17-year-old tortoiseshell girl was adopted from us about five years ago and has now been returned because her owner has become too ill to continue caring for her. At her advanced age, Petal finds herself facing uncertainty when she should be settled into familiar routines and surrounded by the comfort she's known. Yet despite this heartbreaking turn of events, Petal remains exactly what she's always been - a lovely, friendly, affectionate, and wonderfully chatty companion who greets the world with warmth and trust.
What makes Petal so endearing is her vibrant personality that defies her years. She's genuinely affectionate, actively seeking out human company and conversation - one of those delightful cats who'll chat back to you and make their opinions known. She absolutely loves being brushed, turning grooming sessions into quality bonding time. This is a cat who knows what she enjoys and isn't shy about making her preferences clear, bringing character and charm to every interaction.
Petal does have arthritis in her hips and back, but with proper management she continues to thrive. She's primarily an indoor cat who only ventures outside occasionally, making her perfect for someone seeking a devoted lap cat companion. Given her age and medical condition, Petal is available for long-term foster only, and Woodlands will continue to fund all her arthritis medications. This means her foster family can focus entirely on giving her love and care without the financial burden of her medical needs.
What Petal needs is someone special - someone who understands that senior cats with medical needs offer rewards that transcend longevity. She needs a home where her chatty nature will be celebrated, where brushing sessions will be treasured rituals, and where her golden years can be filled with the comfort, affection, and stability she deserves. This lovely girl has so much love left to give - she just needs someone willing to receive it for however long she has, knowing that every day with Petal will be enriched by her affectionate, characterful presence.
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.