The dedicated team at Woodlands Animal Sanctuary in Holmeswood, Ormskirk, is facing an unprecedented influx of felines, with 43 kittens currently in their care and a pregnant cat expected to add to the count soon. In addition, more than 18 older cats, who have completed their medical treatment and rehabilitation, are eagerly waiting for a second chance at a loving home.
Rescue Under Pressure
The sanctuary receives multiple requests for help every single day, but the team can only take in new animals once their current residents have been adopted. This capacity limit means that each adoption directly creates space for another vulnerable animal in need. With demand for their services growing year on year, the charity is calling on the local community to step up and consider adoption.
As a registered charity that has been operating for over 20 years, Woodlands Animal Sanctuary relies heavily on the support of volunteers. The recent surge in kittens has placed additional strain on already limited resources, making the need for rehoming more urgent than ever.
Open Rehoming Event – Thursday, August 6
To help connect these animals with potential owners, the sanctuary is hosting an open rehoming event on Thursday, August 6, from 3pm to 7pm at its premises in Holmeswood. The event is free to attend, and no booking is required – visitors can simply drop in during the four-hour window to meet the animals and speak with the team.
Key details of the event are:
- Date: Thursday, August 6
- Time: 3pm to 7pm
- Location: Woodlands Animal Sanctuary, Holmeswood, Ormskirk
- Admission: Free
- Booking: Not required
What to Expect at the Event
Attendees will have the opportunity to meet the cats and kittens in person, tour the sanctuary, and chat with staff members about the adoption process. The team will explain the care package provided with each cat, as well as the ongoing support available after adoption. This is an ideal chance for prospective owners to ask questions and find a feline companion that fits their lifestyle.
The sanctuary encourages people who cannot adopt to visit anyway and share the appeal with friends and family. Every adoption, no matter how small the effort, helps the charity continue its vital work.
About Woodlands Animal Sanctuary
Woodlands Animal Sanctuary is a registered charity based in Holmeswood, near Ormskirk in Lancashire. Operating for more than two decades, the rescue has become a lifeline for animals in distress in the region. As a non-profit organisation, it depends on the generosity of the public and the dedication of its volunteer team to keep its doors open.
The current situation at the sanctuary reflects a wider trend of increasing pressure on animal welfare charities across the UK. With more animals in need than ever, the sanctuary is urging everyone to consider how they can help, whether by adopting, recommending, or spreading the word.
How to Help
The sanctuary is asking residents to do three things: consider adopting a cat or kitten, recommend the sanctuary to anyone they know who is thinking of rehoming a pet, and share the appeal widely across social networks. A simple share could be the difference between an animal spending another night in a pen or settling into a warm, loving home.
For more information, visit the Woodlands Animal Sanctuary website at www.woodlandsanimalsanctuary.org.uk or email info@woodlandsanimalsanctuary.org.uk. The team is happy to answer any queries about the adoption process, the event, or ways to support the charity.
