Holly Hedge Animal Sanctuary is a fairly small cat and dog sanctuary which opened in 1992 just outside of Bristol, in Wild Country Lane, Barrow Gurney.
A wide range of adorable pets of different ages are available for adoption, including Frenchies, Bulldogs and DSH cats.
Below are 10 of the rescue centre’s newest residents, who would love to find a permanent home in Bristol. Some of these cute cats and dogs are living in the kennels at the centre, whilst others are staying at a ‘home from home’.
Could you be their new fur-ever family? More information about the adoption process is available via Holly Hedge Animal Sanctuary’s website.
5. Maurice, 9 year old male DSH
"Dear sweet Maurice sadly found himself at Holly Hedge due to a change in circumstances, and being in closer quarters to a dog where neither of them were particularly fond of one another. Maurice is a big beautiful boy, that has charmed everyone here. He is on a bit of weight loss journey, and is making a good slow, steady progress. Maurice loves cuddles, being groomed, and enjoys both exploring our dedicated cat garden, and just chilling in the garden with his human friends who adore him. Maurice would be the purrfect companion to anyone lucky enough to adopt him." | Holly Hedge Animal Sanctuary
6. Merlin, 6 year old male DSH
"Sweet, sensitive boy, Merlin arrived at the sanctuary as a stray. Merlin is a loving boy who enjoys lots of attention and cuddles. He shows his love through lots of head boops and lots of dribble! Although Merlin loves lots of fuss, he can sometimes forget that it can be really overstimulating for him, so he will let you know when he’s ready for some alone time. Merlin will need a home that understands he will sometimes need his independent time as well as learning his boundaries. Merlin is a really clever boy and really enjoys solving any sort of enriching puzzle feeders. He also love to play with his toys, alone and with human interaction. He’s a really intelligent boy! Merlin can sometimes get frightened of loud noises and fast movements, but is very inquisitive so is more than happy to explore new things. Merlin absolutely loves his mini cat sofa at the sanctuary and would love a sofa to call his own for all of his snoozing!" | Holly Hedge Animal Sanctuary
7. Mindy, 5 month old female DSH
"Mindy and her brother Mork were sadly handed in to a vet practice as strays. It was instant love from the team as they arrived together in a carrier, brushing and nudging the carrier door for attention, and purring away like they didn’t have a care in the world. Unfortunately, due to their age, and Morks heightened hormones, they had to separate them for Mindy’s sake. Being a young, friendly, sweet girl, Mindy could potentially be able to adapt to other pets of the right match, and could live with cat savvy, respectful children. This gorgeous girl deserves the world, and will no doubt bring so much fun, love, and happiness into the home of anyone lucky enough to adopt her." | Holly Hedge Animal Sanctuary
8. Mork, 5 month old male DSH
"Mork, and his sister Mindy were sadly handed in to a vet practice as strays. It was instant love from the team as they arrived together in a carrier, brushing and nudging the carrier door for attention, and purring away like they didn’t have a care in the world. Unfortunately, due to their age, and Morks heightened hormones, they had to separate them for Mindy’s sake. Being a young, friendly, confident lad, Mork could potentially be able to adapt to other pets of the right match, and could live with cat savvy, respectful children. Mork’s charisma is out of this world, he will bring so much fun and love, and happiness into the home of anyone lucky enough to adopt him." | Holly Hedge Animal Sanctuary