Rosie - young mum ready to embrace life beyond motherhood
Rosie came to Woodlands from a multicat rescue from a farm where to took 26 cats in. She arrived with her kittens at foot and facing the demands of motherhood at just 1 year 1 month old. Barely more than a kitten herself, this beautiful tabby girl has been doing what young cats do when survival and instinct take over - caring for her babies, providing milk and comfort, putting her own youth on hold. Her five kittens are now 5 weeks old and approaching independence, which means Rosie's long wait for her own life to begin is finally drawing to a close.
What makes Rosie absolutely wonderful is her personality beneath the motherhood. She loves attention, genuinely adores a fuss and cuddles, and is deeply affectionate - the sort of cat who actively seeks out human companionship and connection. She arrived with these attributes, even with all the stress of the rescue and her very little kittens. Our Vet said immediately what a sweet girl she is. For he to finally be someone's cherished pet rather than just a mum providing for her babies, is the dream all the team have for her. Her affectionate nature combined with her comfort with children of all ages makes her a family cat in the truest sense.
Rosie will be available for her forever home at the end of July, once her kittens are weaned and independent, she's been spayed, microchipped, and received her first vaccination. She would thrive in a home with young or older children who can appreciate her loving nature, and she would genuinely benefit from outdoor access where she can exercise her farm-instincts in a safe environment away from busy roads. Her combination of loving affection and outdoor enthusiasm makes her ideal for an active family ready to match her energy.
This sweet girl has given so much at such a young age. Rosie deserves a home where her affectionate nature will be celebrated and returned in full measure, where she'll finally have time to simply be a young cat rather than constantly giving to her kittens, and where her love of cuddles and fuss will be indulged. For a family seeking a loving, affectionate companion with that wonderful farm-cat spirit and enthusiasm for life, Rosie will be ready at the end of July to become the cherished family member she was always meant to 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.