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• Breed: Domestic S.H (short hair)
• Sex: Female
• Age: 9 years 3 months

Apply online to adopt Fee

Fee (Formally Alfie) was brought into us as her owner had to move into a care home and no one else could take her in. She is a timid lady to begin with however, once comfortable, she is the sweetest, lovely lady! She loves to cuddle – she will put a paw on each shoulder and snuggle all day long if she is allowed. Fee had a cyst when she first arrived with us which has now been removed and shouldn’t cause any future issues, we are just waiting for the scabs to fall off and her fur to grow back. She doesn’t react when she sees another cat, so she may be fine to live with a compatible feline friend in the future. We have been told that she does not like dogs though! Given how timid she can be to begin with, we feel a quiet home with older children aged 8 years plus is ideal for Fee. Once fully settled she will require outdoor access as this is what she is used to.

• Breed: Domestic S.H (short hair)
• Sex: Male
• Age: 10 years 0 month

Apply online to adopt Hafir

Meet Hafir (pronounced Half-ear as he is missing half of one of his ears.) He was brought into us after his owner sadly passed away. He is quite a shy lad, but once he gets to know you he becomes a big needy baby! Hafir was brought into us with another cat called Tango, we have since realised that they are not bonded so we have decided to rehome them separately to give them both the best possible chance at finding them both their new forever homes. Hafir needs a quiet home with no other pets or children where he can take all the time he needs to settle in all over again. Once fully settled, Hafir will require the option to have outdoor access.

• Breed: Domestic S.H (short hair)
• Sex: Male
• Age: 14 years 0 month

Apply online to adopt Harry Kane

Just like the person, this Harry Kane’s biggest weakness also looks to be a good old steak, as this plump fella came in to us in need of a weight loss journey, and to find his forever home that can give him lots of cuddles and head scratches. Harry is one of the sweetest boys we have ever met, being told by his previous owners that he is a lap cat and spends most his time snuggling into his bed. He came in to us with his brother, Dizzy Rascal, but they do not need to be rehomed together as whilst they have been with us, they haven’t shown signs of being closely bonded whatsoever. Whilst being with us, Harry hasn’t shown any negative signs towards other cats so him being rehomed to a household with cats, is a possibility, however we do feel that a dog-free home as Harry is on the shy-er side and just wants a quiet retirement home full of love. In regard to kids, a home with kids aged 10+ would be ideal for this chap as too much chaos in the home is not what Mr Kane has requested! However he has put in a request to be able to have access to the outdoors so he can practice his flickbacks and keepy-uppies! So his new home would need to be away from high traffic areas/main roads to keep him safe and sound.

• Breed: Domestic S.H (short hair)
• Sex: Male
• Age: 14 years 0 month

Apply online to adopt Dizzy Rascal

Some people think he’s bonkers, but we just think he’s cute!
Mr Rascal came in to us as his owners ill health had rapidly declined and she could no longer provide the love and care he deserves. He is a sweet boy who loves being around people, getting lots of fuss and settling down on a nice cosy lap for a long cat nap! Dizzy doesn’t like dogs, but is currently sharing one of our outdoor pens with other cats, so will be able to live with a compatible feline friend in the future. Ideally a home with cat savvy children, aged 10 years and older is what this big boy needs. Since being with us, our vet has found out that Dizzy has a grade 1/6 heart murmur, this is currently not affecting him whatsoever. Once fully settled into his new home, he will require outdoor access as this is what he’s used to.

• Breed: Domestic S.H (short hair)
• Sex: Male
• Age: 4 years 0 month

Apply online to adopt Greg

Meet Greg. This handsome man came into sanctuary as he was left behind by his previous owner. He is a shy guy who needs time for him to get to know you. Greg came in with another cat but are not bonded so they don’t need to be rehomed together,. We feel the best place for Greg would be in a quiet home with cat savvy kids aged 10+. He could also live with other compatible feline friends, however, we are unsure his reaction towards dogs. Once settled he will require outdoor access as this is what he’s used to.

• Breed: Domestic S.H (short hair)
• Sex: Female
• Age: 2 years 0 month

Apply online to adopt Pesto

Pesto was brought in by her owners landlord as she was being left to fend for herself. She is a shy girl, but once she realises that not all people are bad, she turns into the sweetest little lady ever. We feel the most perfect home for Pesto will be one with no young children or other pets, this way she can take all the time she needs to settle in all over again but be the centre of attention when she is ready and finally receive her chance of a happy life! Once fully settled into her new forever home, Pesto will require outdoor access.

• Breed: Domestic S.H (short hair)
• Sex: Male
• Age: 12 years 0 month

Apply online to adopt Tango

Tango was brought into us as their owner sadly passed away. He is a shy boy who do take a while to come out of their shells, but once he does, he is the loveliest boy! Tango has made it clear that he is not a huge fan of other felines, so they will have to be the only pet in their new home. We feel the ideal place for this boy is a quieter home with cat savvy children aged 10 years and older who will understand when they’d prefer to be left alone for a while. Once fully settled Tango will require outdoor access as this is what they are used to. Tango is also missing half of his tail, we have no idea how or when this happened but it is not affecting him whatsoever, and is healed over completely!

• Breed: Domestic S.H (short hair)
• Sex: Female
• Age: 10 years 0 month

Apply online to adopt Bella Brook

Bella is a lovely lady who came to us with her brother Leo due to their owner becoming allergic to them. We have been told she is the more confident one of the two- though they are both loving, cuddly and playful. We are looking for a home for Bella with no young children or other pets, we are currently assessing whether the pair are bonded and so whether they need to be rehomed together or not. They have been together all of their lives but we have been told that they can sometimes irritate each other (typical siblings) so we will monitor their behaviour. Bella has been kept as a house cat in her previous home but has showed interest in going outside so we are looking for home where she will have the option of this.

• Breed: Domestic S.H (short hair)
• Sex: Female
• Age: 9 years 0 month

Apply online to adopt Harlie

Harlie is a lovely lady who has come into Bleakholt as she was unhappy in the home since the owners moved. She had been in the home all of her life but became stressed with the house move and didn’t settle in the new home. We think Harlie would be best suited to a quiet home with no other pets as she didn’t get along with the other cat in the home who was her brother. Harlie has previously lived with a child and was fine with that so we think she would be fine to live with a sensible child in her new home.

• Breed: Domestic S.H (short hair)
• Sex: Female
• Age: 4 years 1 month

Apply online to adopt Shadow – Moses

Shadow came to us after her owners felt she was too stressed in the home. She did then start to take this out on the other cats by fighting with them. For this reason we are looking for a quiet home with no other pets and older children if any (ages 8+). She is a confident girl who loves attention and a good cuddle. Shadow does have some fur missing due to over grooming but we are hoping in the right home where she get’s all of the attention she deserves, she will stop doing this. Once settled, Shadow would require outdoor access as she likes a potter in the garden.

• Breed: Domestic S.H (short hair)
• Sex: Female
• Age: 12 years 0 month

Apply online to adopt Rosie Webster

Rosie is a beautiful girl who was brought into us after her owners got a new dog. She can be a little shy from time to time but loves to flirt at dinner times or if there is cuddles and kisses are on offer! We feel a home with no dogs or children, but possibly a compatible feline friend is ideal for her as she may take some time to come around, and having a confident cat there may encourage her to follow in their footsteps and show her true colours a little quicker. Rosie used to enjoy a potter in the garden, so a home that can accommodate this is perfect for this sweet lady!

• Breed: Domestic S.H (short hair)
• Sex: Female
• Age: 0 year 6 months

Apply online to adopt Heidi And Hattie

Heidi and Hattie are shy little ladies who were found stray in someone’s garden. We can only assume the girls are sisters. They are clearly not used to human interaction but we do believe with time and patience, they will come around as they are not at all aggressive. We think a quiet home with no young children (under 12 years) or dogs would be perfect for the pair. Other compatible cats in the home would be fine. As they are used to the outdoors, they will need access to this in her new home.

• Breed: Domestic S.H (short hair)
• Sex: Female
• Age: 11 years 0 month

Apply online to adopt Gizmo

Gizmo was brought into us with her friend Greg after being left behind by their pervious owners. She is an affectionate and confident girl who enjoys a good pamper. She has shown she isn’t fond of Greg and other cats so we feel it would be best she went to a home as an only cat, we are unsure of her reaction towards dogs. She can live with children aged 8+, who have been around cats before. Once she is fully settled she will need access to the outdoors as this is what she’s used to.

• Breed: Domestic S.H (short hair)
• Sex: Male
• Age: 10 years 0 month

Apply online to adopt Leo Brook

Leo is a lovely boy who came to us with his sister Bella due to their owner becoming allergic to them. We have been told he is the more reserved one of the two- though they are both loving, cuddly and playful. We are looking for a home for Leo with no young children or other pets, we are currently assessing whether the pair are bonded and so whether they need to be rehomed together or not. They have been together all of their lives but we have been told that they can sometimes irritate each other (typical siblings) so we will monitor their behaviour. Leo has been kept as a house cat in his previous home but has showed interest in going outside so we are looking for home where he will have the option of this.

• Breed: Domestic S.H (short hair)
• Sex: Male
• Age: 0 year 5 months

Apply online to adopt Milky

Why reach for the stars when you can have the milky way! Milky came to us as he was not getting on well with the baby in the home. His previous owners described him as timid but he has shown us he is the complete opposite! He is very affectionate and vocal, but only likes being picked up on his own terms. Milky has a tenancy of growling but we have come to think he doesn’t even know he is doing it! Described as a mischievous, cheeky boy, we feel Milky would be the perfect addition to a family home with cat-savvy children aged 8 years and over and will require outdoor access.

• Breed: Domestic S.H (short hair)
• Sex: Female
• Age: 3 years 0 month

Apply online to adopt Nea

Nea joined us after sadly being found as a stray. It is clear she was owned and loved as she is simply the most affectionate young lady. With her plump figure and tiny meow, we are confident it won’t be long until we find Nea her new forever home. Due to being a stray, we are limited on her history, but we do believe she does not like dogs but may be ok with a feline friend. We are unsure how she is with children. Once Nea is fully settled she will need access to the outdoors.

• Breed: Domestic Short Hair
• Crossbreed
• Sex: Female
• Age: 1 year 9 months

Apply online to adopt Spaghetti

This lovely lady is called Spaghetti. She has a beautiful nature that just needs to be nurtured. She loves to be stroked and fussed, especially head pats and chin scratches. She came to us as her owner was unable to look after her anymore. Spaghetti can sleep most of the day and loves cosying up in her bed. She has gingivitis and so eats exclusively dry biscuits to help. She would be best suited to a home without young children as she can be a little timid until she knows you, her new owner will need to give her the time she needs to settle in. She would be ok to live with a compatible feline. Spaghetti will require outdoor access in her new home.

• Breed: Domestic Semi Long Hair
• Sex: Female
• Age: 12 years 2 months

Apply online to adopt Gizmo & Minnie

Gizmo and Minnie were brought into us as their owner passed away and there was no one to take them in. They are a sweet pair who love being around people. We have found that Minnie is the more confident of the pair but we are sure that with some time and patience, Gizmo will begin to show his true colours too! On arrival, we were told that the pair had been spending the majority of their time hiding upstairs away from the dogs, due to this we believe it is for the best that they live in a dog free home in the future, they will however be fine to live with a compatible feline friend. A family home with cat savvy children aged 8 years and older and plenty of fuss on hand is just what Giz and Minnie need! Once fully settled into their new home, we believe the pair should have the option to have outdoor access.

• Breed: Domestic S.H (short hair)
• Sex: Male
• Age: 10 years 1 month

Apply online to adopt Smudge & Muffin

Meet Smudge and Muffin! These siblings were brought into us after their owner unfortunately went into care and couldn’t take the pair with her. We have been told that in the home with their previous owner Smudge was very confident and loving, whereas Muffin was the more timid girly out of the brother/sister pair, but loving nonetheless once she knew you. However, they are currently not liking sanctuary life and we are looking for a home as quick as possible so they can go back to their old selves. Whilst being here, the two have spent the majority of their time making us staff play hide and seek with them, after all they’re just scared and in an unfamiliar circumstance. They are getting better everyday, and are opening up to us. they like a gentle fuss and muffin even likes a bum scratch. We are looking for a dog free home as this is what they are used to, and we have been told that they are fine to live with other cats also. In regards to children, we feel a home with cat-experienced kids aged 10+ would be preferred as we are looking for an understanding family who knows that this isn’t their true personalities and that they’re just scared at the moment. Kids who understand that the pair may not be instant lap cats or like loud noises and understand that it may take the two some time to come around, would be ideal. Smudge and Muffin also will want to go outside after their settle period in their new home, so their new home needs to be far enough away from high traffic areas or main roads.

• Breed: Domestic S.H (short hair)
• Sex: Female
• Age: 7 years 0 month

Apply online to adopt Lola *SPECIAL HOME*

Lola is a special little lady who holds a special place in every member of staffs’ heart. You may have seen her up for sponsorship for quite a while however over time we have decided, in the perfect home, Lola would much prefer life snuggled up on a sofa with endless amounts of fuss. This is something the staff simply cannot provide all day every day (very sad). Lola can sometimes be Wary of new people and take a dislike to them however we found if you go in there calmly but with confidence she doesn’t have any issue.

She was initially brought into us in April of 2019 due to being stressed in her home and started being aggressive towards any men in the house. She was then rehomed on the 1st June 2019 but Lola would later be returned due to ‘behaviour issues’ in this home (13th may 2020). Lastly, we rehomed her on the 10th of July 2020 and she was returned again the next day due to aggression when she was startled.

We don’t have much detail on what the behaviour issues were in the second home though we were told she was grumpy with other cats- We would later discover she is okay with some and we’re more than happy to rehome Lola with a compatible feline, a cat who’s laidback enough to give Lola enough space. To err on the side of caution, we are looking for an adult only home with no dogs.

She is known as Princess Lola as she is an actual Princess, often demanding attention and affection which often results in her drooling with Joy and sometimes suckling on your arm. She does love her play time just as much as affection, particularly favouring toys on a string. She loves to be stroked and would have you stroke her all day long, offering plenty of loving headbutts, biscuits and kisses.

We are looking for an experienced, understanding and confident home that can learn Lola’s language and offer her that final chance she deserves. She will need a quiet home as she gets very scared with sudden noise/unpredictable movement which can result in aggression sadly. An example of this is shouting. Multiple meetings with Lola would be required, so that she can really get to know her new owner(s) before stepping into the big change of a completely new home(for the fourth time!). We aren’t completely ruling out men as we have had a few men go into her pen now and she hasn’t shown any negative signs. She hasn’t shown any aggressive behaviour for a very long time now she’s a very friendly and confident girly.

Once settled, Lola would require outdoor access so she can burn off any steam and would really benefit from this. To sum up the criteria for Lola’s new owners they would :

-Have a quiet home with no children or dogs.
-Be experienced with cats, especially temperamental cats. (though Lola is much better now)
-Ideally Female only if at all possible
-Have plenty of outdoor space (a home away from any main roads/railways)

If you’ve got this far and are interested in giving Princess Lola her chance in her forever home, please do not hesitate to pop an application through. We will get back in touch ASAP if we feel you are the perfect fit.

• Breed: Domestic S.H (short hair)
• Sex: Female
• Age: 10 years 1 month

Apply online to adopt Amber

Amber came to us after being left behind by her owners. She is a sweet girl who loves a bit of fuss and attention. We were told she is very friendly and has previously lived with children so we would be happy rehoming her with children over the ages of seven. Amber would be happy to live with another compatible cat though we are unsure how she feels about dogs. Once settled, Amber would require outdoor access in her new home.

• Breed: Domestic S.H (short hair)
• Sex: Female
• Age: 1 year 2 months

Apply online to adopt Jane-Doe

Jane Doe was brought to us unannounced one afternoon as she had been hanging around an area in Ramsbottom as a stray for some time. She is extremely shy and takes some time to come round to new people. She isn’t really enjoying life at the sanctuary and is looking for a place to settle down and call home. In recent weeks, she has really started to open up and show her true colours. She has a beautiful nature and absolutely loves fuss once she is comfortable! The ideal home for her is one with teenage and older children and no other pets, so she can be treated like the true princess that she is and can take all the time she needs to come round to her new family! Once fully settled into her new forever home, Jane Doe will require access to the outdoors as this is what she is used to.

• Breed: Domestic Semi Long Hair
• Sex: Male
• Age: 14 years 1 month

Apply online to adopt Bubbles

Beautiful Bubbles was brought to Bleakholt after his previous owners partner moved into the home and had severe allergies. He is such a sweet boy, although is very shy and will take some time to come round in a whole new environment all over again. He hasn’t shown any negative reactions towards other cats since being with us so should be fine to live with a compatible feline friend in the future, we are currently unsure on his reactions towards dogs. We feel a quite family with cat savvy children aged 10 years old and older who will understand when Bubs wants to be left alone for some quiet time. Bubbles used to have outdoor access but in recent years stopped doing so, we feel he would benefit from having the option to have outdoor access again in the future.

• Breed: Domestic S.H (short hair)
• Sex: Male
• Age: 10 years 0 month

Apply online to adopt Pickle

Pickle was brought into us as a stray – believed to be female, upon arrival, staff double checked his sex to find out he is infact male! He is the sweetest boy who loves affection once he is comfortable, but can be a little shy to begin with. We have been told that he is fine with other cats, so should be fine to live with a compatible feline friend in the future, we are unsure on his reaction towards dogs at this stage. As far as we know, he hasn’t been around any children, but given his lovely temperament, we feel he would be best suited to a nice family home, with cat savvy children ages 5 years and older. He does have mild cataracts however this isn’t affecting him in any way right now. Once fully settled into his new home, Pickle will require outdoor access as this is what he is used to.

• Breed: Domestic S.H (short hair)
• Sex: Female
• Age: 14 years 1 month

Apply online to adopt Lucky Ducky

This little love is certainly a Lucky Ducky, with being an unwell stray originally before a kind lady took her in and cared for her. After getting Lucky back to good condition, sadly the lady could no longer keep her so she came to us for rehoming. Lucky is such a sweet natured cat since the very moment she set her paws down on Bleakholt soil, and has been craving kisses and cuddles all day long since. This lady is hard of hearing and doesn’t have the best sight, so we are rehoming her as a house cat, as she wasn’t too fond of the outdoors at her previous home either. You may notice that her fur looks a little dirty, we have attempted to give lucky a bath on more than one occasion since she joined us, but unfortunately we just can’t seem to get her looking clean again! Her strained fur is due to her saliva straining, she dribbles as she has no teeth to keep her saliva in her mouth. Lucky is fine to be rehomed with other cats, and with children over the age of 6, but no dogs as we are unsure on her reaction to them at this point. However, do not let her eyes and ears put you off because Lucky is one of those cats that will fill your life, and home, with so much love.

• Breed: Domestic S.H (short hair)
• Sex: Female
• Age: 10 years 3 months

Apply online to adopt Dora

Dora was originally a stray before being taken in by a lovely family who got her checked out by a vet, she was eventually diagnosed with hyperthyroidism and the people had to make the devastating decision to give her up as the added cost that comes with the condition was too much for them to afford. She is a lovely girl who loves a fuss, but NOTHING will get in the way of her food! Hyperthyroidism is an extremely common condition that is easily controlled by medication that goes on her food twice daily (which she obviously has no issues eating!) She does require blood test every three months to ensure her thyroid levels have maintained and the hyperthyroidism stays controlled. She hasn’t shown any negative reactions towards the other cats since being here, however, we feel she would prefer it if she was the only pet in the home so she can be the centre of attention and treated like the princess that she truly is! We feel she will be fine with cat savvy children ages 5 years and older who will play and help her cause all the mischief she possibly can. Her condition means she will have to be kept as a house cat it is essential she is home to get her medication every morning and evening!

• Breed: Domestic S.H (short hair)
• Sex: Female
• Age: 0 year 9 months

Apply online to adopt Mini

This pretty little princess came to us after her owner no longer wanted her. She is a lively girl and very friendly. She is currently in a foster home enjoying life after being pregnant. We are looking for a home who can keep up with her energy and is able to provide outdoor access (not near any main roads). We are currently unsure how she is with other pets though we feel children over the ages of eight would be fine.

• Breed: Domestic S.H (short hair)
• Sex: Female
• Age: 2 years 2 months

Apply online to adopt Isabella

Isabella is a lovey lady who came into us pregnant as her owner had allergies. She is a confident and friendly cat and would be best suited as an only pet so all of the spotlight is on her. She is extremely affectionate and will come up to you for a fuss and give you plenty of loving headbutts! She does have a flea bite allergy which is easily managed by monthly flea treatments using advantage. We think any children over the age of seven would be okay for Isabella and once settled, she would like outdoor access.

• Breed: Domestic S.H (short hair)
• Sex: Female
• Age: 6 years 0 month

Apply online to adopt Wednesday & Fleur Foster Home Needed

Wednesday and Fleur are a beautiful and loving pair, looking for an indoor only foster home. They have feline corona virus, which is a common viral infection in cats, unable to infect humans but contagious to other cats . It generally causes asymptomatic infection, but can cause diarrhoea. This virus is something they naturally fight off on there own, this can take anywhere from a few days to months. Wednesday and fleur have been at Bleakholt since September 2023, and we a looking for a long term, loving foster home for them until they recover from the virus.
Wednesday is a relaxed princess, often sleeping the day away but is soon wide awake when she knows some loving is on offer, Fleur will soon be purring once she’s having her head stroked. They both like to be picked up for a cuddle, and are just a beautiful duo. They were both described as cuddly and lap cats in their previous home. They have been around children in the past but as we feel they would like the quiet life, a home with children aged 8 years plus.

• Breed: Domestic S.H (short hair)
• Sex: Male
• Age: 2 years 0 month

Apply online to adopt Kittens

We are accepting Adoption enquiries for kittens (you must be over 18 to apply). If you are interested adopting a kitten(s), please click on the ‘Apply Online to adopt’ button and complete the application form.

There are a few situations that could cause us to decline the offer of a new home for one of our cats or kittens, which are:

*We do not rehome kittens to homes where they will be left alone for long periods.
*We do not rehome cats to homes that are on or near a busy road or railway line
*The cat is not going to be suitable for your home

We will contact you through email if you are suitable with the next steps of the process. We get a high number of requests so please do not ring to chase this up as we prioritise the phone lines for emergencies.

Please let us know genders you are interested in and if you want a single kitten or a pair. We do not rehome kittens based on colour.