Our stories
Woodgreen work in pet owners’ homes and the community to keep pets and their people together. And when staying together isn’t possible, we give shelter, support and kindness to help find another loving home.
Lurcher found in a Farmer’s Field
Urchin came into Woodgreen as a stray after being found running loose on a farmer’s field. He was so fearful that it had taken over three days to catch him.
Mending Leon’s Leg
Four-year-old Leon arrived at Woodgreen in a shocking state with a serious leg injury. He was probably hit by a car, leaving him with a limp and in urgent need of care.
Hand rearing tiny Chihuahua puppies
Daisy, Ivy, Violet, Rupert and Bertie were just two days old when they arrived at Woodgreen. So, we got straight to work to ensure they had the best possible start in life!
Christmas kittens – Sprout, Mistletoe, Angel and Holly
Heavily pregnant Tabby Lola found herself in Woodgreen’s care when her owner couldn’t look after her any longer. She gave birth to four beautiful kittens just in time for Christmas.
Stray Spaniel Belle tied up with a rope
Cocker Spaniel Belle came to Woodgreen in a sorry state. The three-year-old stray was discovered tied up with a rope and was taken straight to the vets.
Woodgreen’s surgery team give Snowy relief
Six-year-old Snowy is now enjoying a life free from constant pain in a loving new home. But it’s taken many months and medical procedures for this brave boy to get there!
Nellie the Staffie dumped at our gates
Sweet Staffie Nellie was abandoned outside our centre in the middle of the night.
Barrow Vic’s happy ending
Beautiful boy Barrow Vic came to Woodgreen looking for a sofa to call his own, so we choose him as our sponsorship pet to help give him a bit of a boost.
Bunnies’ friendship flourishes with Woodgreen’s help
After becoming the proud owner of two adorable bunnies, Mayo and Pickle, owner Lyn made a startling discovery...
Huskie siblings start over
Inseparable husky siblings Kali and Ollie were used to a lot of attention and fuss, so when their owners had a baby, they became very unsettled.
Hand-reared to happiness
Gendry was part of a German Shepherd litter. After their mum rejected them within a couple of hours of being born they were brought to Woodgreen to hand rear.