Giving up your cat
Woodgreen takes in hundreds of cats and kittens each year and finds them new, loving owners.
Whatever the reason for giving up your cat, we know it can be a difficult, emotional process. But we’re here to help, every step of the way.
If you’re experiencing a problem with your cat, it’s best to get in touch with us as soon as you can to prevent things from getting worse.
Our pet support experts are on-hand to offer any advice you need, and guide you through the next steps if you decide to go ahead with giving your cat a new home.
Giving up your cat to Woodgreen: how it works
Woodgreen has a five-stage process for rehoming cats. If you’re giving up your cat because of a behavioural issue, our experts may be able to help you overcome it – and keep your pet. Book a free appointment today. If you still need to give up your cat, please continue with the next steps.
As we look to support our local communities, we do prioritise our spacing onsite for pets which are within our local area.
1. Complete your application
1. Complete your application
To start the process of giving up your cat to Woodgreen, please complete the form below and we’ll aim to reply within five days. You’ll then be put in touch with a member of our team to talk about your situation and help you reach a final decision that’s best for you and your pet.
2. Assessment
2. Assessment
At this stage, we’ll complete an assessment. A member of our Pet Support team may call you to gather more information about you and your cat. For example, photographs and copies of veterinary records.
3. Rehoming decision
3. Rehoming decision
After completing our assessment, we’ll let you know what we’ve decided. This could be one of the following:
- Your cat will come into our centre and stay with us until we find them a new home. They’ll be in the care of our experienced team, and live in excellent accommodation that meets their needs – keeping them comfortable and happy while they wait. Or, they may be given a temporary home with a fosterer.
- If our care services are full, your cat will be added to our waiting list.
In some circumstances, we may not be able to find your cat a new home. Our team will explain the reasons why and what to do next.
4. Your rehoming appointment
4. Your rehoming appointment
If a decision is made to bring your cat into our care, you’ll be given a rehoming day appointment. You’ll need to bring your cat to our centre in Godmanchester at the agreed time and date. The appointment should last around half an hour.
If your cat has any favourite toys, please bring these along to help them settle. During the appointment, our team will ask you for more information about your cat. This ensures we give them the right support that meets their individual needs, and find them a home where they can live a happy life. At the end of the appointment, your cat will stay with us.
5. Finding your cat a new home
5. Finding your cat a new home
Once your cat is officially in our care, our experts will assess their behaviour and medical needs in more depth. This helps us match them with the right new owner.
Application form
To help us get back to you as quickly as possible with a decision, please provide detailed, honest and accurate information.
Other things to know:
- You can provide details for up to five cats.
- You’ll be asked to share details of medical history, behaviour, and photos of your cat/s.
- It takes around 10-20 minutes to complete an application for each cat.
If you need help with any above, don’t hesitate to give us a call on 0300 303 9333.
Found a stray cat? You can use the same form below. But, we kindly ask that you read our advice article on stray cats before you take the next steps. Thank you.