Scruff - gentle soul who chose kindness over survival - RESERVED
Scruff's story is one of quiet hope and patient trust. This 6-year-old tabby and white boy was found as a stray, but rather than continuing to roam or becoming wary of people, he made a choice - he stayed in the garden of a kind lady who had been feeding him, essentially choosing connection over isolation. His decision to remain in one place, to accept care and kindness, speaks volumes about his gentle, trusting nature.
What makes Scruff particularly special is his remarkably placid and friendly temperament. Despite his time on the streets, he's maintained an easy-going personality that welcomes human contact. He's a genuine lap cat who seeks out affection and companionship, the sort of steady, reliable presence that brings calm to a household. His willingness to trust after experiencing life as a stray shows both resilience and a fundamentally sweet character.
Scruff is wonderfully adaptable - he's suited to either indoor living or outdoor access, making him ideal for various living situations. Having shown he can thrive with outdoor freedom, he would particularly appreciate a home away from busy roads where he can safely explore and enjoy the garden time he's clearly loved. But he's equally content to be an indoor companion if his new family prefers the security of keeping him safely inside.
This lovely boy is ready to transition from being a garden visitor to being a cherished family member. Scruff has already proven he knows what he wants - a place to belong and people to love him. Now he just needs a home where that choice becomes permanent, where his placid nature and affectionate personality will be appreciated every single day.
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.