Tilly — A Mum-to-Be Turned Devoted Mum, Nearly Ready for Her New Home
Tilly came to Woodlands as a stray, admitted very heavily pregnant, having originally come from a multi-cat household. At just a year old, she became a mum for the first time here with us, and since then we've watched her grow into the role beautifully, giving her all the calm, supported space she's needed along the way.
Still young herself, Tilly has taken raising her litter in her stride, and it's been lovely to see her confidence build alongside her kittens'. Her kittens are now 4 weeks old and thriving, and Tilly continues to be an attentive, caring mum as they grow. Coming from a busy multi-cat household and then a period as a stray, the peace and quiet she's had here has clearly done her the world of good.
Tilly will stay with her kittens until they're fully weaned, after which she'll be spayed, and she's expected to be ready for her new home by mid-November. It's been a longer road than most, but it means Tilly will arrive with her new family fully settled, healthy, and ready for the next chapter of her life — this time, just for her.
A young cat who took motherhood in her stride after a rocky start, Tilly deserves patience and time — and we think she'll make a wonderful, affectionate companion now that life is finally starting to slow down for her. We'll continue to share updates on Tilly as she nears her big 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.