07/05/2026
** We have updated Winnies bio to reflect some changes as the weeks have gone by. She has mellowed more so we felt only right to reflect this. She is yet to receive an application **
Winnie arrived in rescue absolutely FUMING. Not nervous. Not timid. Just pure “I’d like to speak to the manager immediately” energy. She marched around glaring at everyone like she’d been personally inconvenienced by the entire rescue system and was preparing several strongly worded emails about it.
Back then, trying to interact with Winnie felt a bit like approaching an angry customer service desk worker on hour 14 of their shift. The attitude was outrageous.
BUT… against all odds, Winnie has softened. These days she can actually be picked up without reacting like she’s being abducted by aliens, and she’s discovered that head strokes are surprisingly enjoyable. She even purrs now — although she always looks slightly annoyed at herself afterwards, like she’s accidentally revealed emotions.
Now, let’s discuss Winnie’s lifestyle choices. She is NOT one of those clingy cats who follows you about begging for affection. Oh no. Winnie values independence, dignity, and her own personal bed. She spends most of her time curled up in it looking like a grumpy retired landlady who’s sick of everybody’s nonsense.
Human furniture? Overrated. Laps? Embarrassing. Sleeping on your pillow? Grow up. Winnie prefers to observe the household from a distance like a tiny furry security guard who’s one inconvenience away from shutting the whole place down.
That said, once Winnie decides you’re worthy, she’s genuinely hilarious company. She’s full of sass, attitude, and dramatic facial expressions, but underneath it all she’s become a sweet girl who just likes affection administered correctly and respectfully — preferably with no sudden movements and absolutely no nonsense.
Winnie is looking for a home that understands she is not “just a cat.” She is, in fact, a semi-retired diva in a calico dressing gown.
😸 6yrs
✅️ Neutered
✅️ 1st vaccination, 2nd at new owners cost
✅️ Microchipped
✅️ Flea'd & Wormed
❌️ Children
❌️ Other cats
❌️ Dogs
✅️ Outdoor access after 4 weeks
Adoption donation: £100
PLEASE NOTE:
Unfortunately we are unable to reserve cats for holidays etc.
Please only apply if you are in a position to view & adopt within a week should you be successful and selected for a vetting phone call and able to take the cat(s) home after viewing. We are unable to hold a cat once viewed. Please take the time scales we work within into consideration.
Please ensure EVERYONE in the household is in agreement with adopting a cat prior to submitting an application form.
Please ensure you have considered the cost of owning a cat fully and the benefits of cat pet insurance.
If you can meet ALL of the requirements above, please submit interest via the hyperlink below
https://www.peterboroughcatrescue.org.uk/adopt-a-cat/winnie/
