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Special needs rescue cats for adoption and rehoming in and around New Forest

There are 2 special needs cats looking for a new home in and around New Forest right now, listed by Feline Welfare (Isle of Wight) and St Francis Animal Welfare. These are cats whose rescue has noted a health condition or care need; each profile explains it.

All 2 are with rescues within about 25 miles of New Forest, in places such as Fair Oak and Isle of Wight. Each card shows the town and how far it is from the centre of New Forest.

Each profile links to the rescue, who will talk you through their adoption process and fee.

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Lizzie, domestic cat for adoption in Isle of WightNEW

Lizzie

Female • Domestic cat

Thyroid condition
Feline Welfare (Isle of Wight)

In foster near Isle of Wight · 22 miles

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Special needs cats near New Forest right now

2 special needs cats are listed in or around New Forest today, with 2 rescues. By age: 1 kitten, plus 1 with no age given. The newest was added on 5 November 2026.

  • St Francis Animal Welfare at Fair Oak, about 16 miles away: 1 special needs cat
  • Feline Welfare (Isle of Wight) at Isle of Wight, about 22 miles away: 1 special needs cat

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Special needs cats in New Forest: your questions

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How many special needs cats are available for adoption in New Forest?

As of 8 November 2026, 2 special needs cats are listed for adoption in and around New Forest on LocalPetFinder, from Feline Welfare (Isle of Wight) and St Francis Animal Welfare. All are with rescues within about 25 miles of New Forest, each shown with its town and distance. Each profile links to the rescue, and you apply to adopt with them directly.

Which rescues near New Forest have special needs cats right now, and how old are they?

As of 8 November 2026, St Francis Animal Welfare (at Fair Oak, about 16 miles away): 1 and Feline Welfare (Isle of Wight) (at Isle of Wight, about 22 miles away): 1. By age, that is 1 kitten, plus 1 with no age given. The newest was added on 5 November 2026. Each profile links to the rescue, which handles the adoption.

How much does it cost to adopt a special needs cat in New Forest?

The special needs cats listed in and around New Forest today are with St Francis Animal Welfare at Fair Oak, about 16 miles away (1) and Feline Welfare (Isle of Wight) at Isle of Wight, about 22 miles away (1); each profile shows that rescue's fee. Each rescue sets its own adoption fee. Cats Protection says you can expect to pay £80 to £120 on average for an adult cat and £100 to £120 for a kitten, varying between its branches, and Blue Cross fees start from £150 for cats aged 4 months to 7 years. The fee usually covers neutering, microchipping and first vaccinations, and each rescue confirms its own fee.

Is there a special needs cat rescue near me in New Forest?

As of 8 November 2026, the special needs cats listed in and around New Forest are with St Francis Animal Welfare at Fair Oak, about 16 miles away (1) and Feline Welfare (Isle of Wight) at Isle of Wight, about 22 miles away (1). The nearest to New Forest is St Francis Animal Welfare at Fair Oak, about 16 miles away. You can also see special needs cats across England. To see what is closest to you, search by postcode with the pet finder on our home page. To hear when one is listed, set up an email alert on this page.

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