Toby - trusting soul on the road to recovery
Toby arrived at Woodlands as a stray, but everything about this 4-year-old black beauty suggests he once knew the comfort of home and human companionship. His trusting, people-oriented nature speaks of a cat who understands that humans mean safety and kindness - making his abandonment all the more difficult to understand. He came to us requiring medical attention for an eye infection, and we're ensuring he receives all the care he needs before he's ready to find his forever home.
What stands out most about Toby is his remarkable trust despite his circumstances. Rather than becoming wary or withdrawn after finding himself alone on the streets, he's maintained his faith in people, greeting us with the confidence of a cat who knows he's worthy of love and care. This resilience and optimism make him an absolutely endearing companion, and it's clear he's been missed by someone who knew what a special boy he is.
Toby is currently undergoing treatment for his eye infection and will be neutered before he's available for adoption, ensuring he goes to his new home in the best possible health. Once ready, he would suit either indoor living or a home away from busy roads where he can safely explore. His trusting nature and ease with people suggest he'll adapt beautifully to various household situations.
Toby is not yet available for adoption as he completes his medical treatment and neutering, but we're accepting expressions of interest from potential adopters. This lovely boy deserves a home where his trust will never be betrayed again, and where his affectionate, people-loving nature will be treasured as it should 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.