Polly - street cat ready to discover what home really means
Polly was a familiar sight in her neighbourhood – a young ginger and white cat living rough with no known owner and no microchip to tell her story. When a concerned member of the public noticed she needed veterinary attention and brought her in, we discovered she was not only dealing with a medical issue but was also pregnant. At just 8-9 months old on admission, she was barely more than a kitten herself, already facing motherhood on the streets.
What's truly remarkable about Polly is how her challenging life hasn't dampened her spirit one bit. In our care, she's proven to be wonderfully friendly, actively seeking out fuss and attention as if she's been waiting her whole life for someone to finally notice her. Now 1 year old and with her kittens successfully raised and rehomed, Polly is ready to discover what being someone's cherished companion actually feels like rather than simply surviving day to day.
Having spent her entire young life outdoors and fending for herself, Polly deserves a family who'll show her that life can offer so much more than she's known. She's clearly sociable and affectionate, ready to lavish all that maternal devotion on the people who give her what she's never had – a real home where she doesn't have to worry about where her next meal is coming from or whether anyone will notice if she needs help
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 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.