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Roxie - gentle soul seeking her peaceful retirement

Roxie's world changed when her beloved owner sadly passed away, leaving this 15-year-old black domestic shorthair in the temporary care of a kind relative until she can find her forever home. Despite such upheaval at her mature age, this remarkably soft and gentle lady has maintained the serene, trusting nature that's clearly been her hallmark throughout her long life.

What's wonderful about Roxie is how her years of experience have refined her into the perfect companion cat. She's brilliant with young children, gets along beautifully with other cats, and has mastered the art of being excellent company without being demanding. A true lap cat, she appreciates the quieter pleasures of life – supervised garden time, soft meals (she's down to just two teeth but manages perfectly well), and the companionship of people who understand that the best relationships are built on gentle routine and mutual contentment.

Roxie would suit a peaceful household away from busy roads where she can enjoy her golden years with the dignity she deserves. Her slight deafness and preference for soaked biscuits are simply the reasonable accommodations that come with a lifetime of being someone's treasured companion. Recent vet checks confirm she's remarkably healthy for her age – this lovely lady has many comfortable years ahead, ready to spend them with a family who appreciates that senior cats often make the most devoted and grateful companions.

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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 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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