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Arthur

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 9 years

Senior Sweetheart Alert Say hello to Arthur. Our resilient 8+ year old black and white boy! He has spent his whole life surviving as an outdoor cat, but after recently being relentlessly bullied by the other cats in the area, he showed up at our door malnourished and exhausted. He was looking for a safe haven, and boy, did he find it. While a bit shy in the very beginning, Arthur quickly warmed up to humans and after just a few days, he completely refused to leave our garden, a clear sign that he had officially decided he was ready for the quiet, domestic life! Our poor Arthur just couldn’t catch a break, though. After being safely brought inside, neutered, chipped, and dewormed, he suffered a minor stroke during his recovery. Thankfully, he was treated quickly and is now doing amazing. He is bouncing back in true style and is overjoyed to finally have a warm, dry bed to call his own. This guy is a total lovebug. The second you walk into the room, he’ll start meowing, purring, and rubbing up against everything to get your attention. He’s adapting beautifully to indoor life and loves a good petting session. Best of all? He’s incredibly easy to win over, just bring the treats, and you’ve got a best friend for life! Arthur will be ready for adoption very soon and is looking for a lovely, quiet home where he can live out his golden years in peace. Cat Adoption Application DAFM No KPT 200001C

Size
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Age
Adult · 9 years
Location
🇮🇪Portlaoise, Co. Laois
Shelter
Laois SPCA
Living with Arthur
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Microchipped
  • ✓Good with cats
Cared for by Laois SPCA · Portlaoise, Co. LaoisLearn about Mixed Breed →
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Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Arthur home

What you'll need for Arthur in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Hard-Shell Cat Carrier

    Top-loading carriers are easier than dragging cats out of a side door.

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    €25–40
  2. 02

    Feliway Calming Spray

    Cat-specific pheromone. Spritz the carrier 15 min before pickup.

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    €18–25
  3. 03
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    Covered Litter Box

    Privacy reduces stress in week one. Get one size up from what you'd think.

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    €25–45
  4. 04

    Clumping Cat Litter

    Match the shelter's brand for the first bag, transition slowly over a week.

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    €10–18
  5. 05

    Litter Scoop + Stand

    Daily scooping is non-negotiable. A stand keeps the scoop clean.

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    €10–18
  6. 06

    Sturdy Scratching Post

    Tall enough they can stretch fully. Saves your couch from week one.

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    €30–60

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About Arthur

What life with Arthur looks like

Arthur is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at Laois SPCA in Portlaoise, Co. Laois.

An adult cat usually shows their personality within a week. Give them a quiet room with everything they need (food, water, litter, hiding spot) and let them choose when to explore. Don't force interaction — every cat decides for themselves when a new home counts as home.

🇮🇪Adopting from Ireland

Irish shelters require a home check (often phone or video) and an adoption contract. Animals are vaccinated, chipped, and registered. Cross-border placements to mainland Europe require the rabies titer test (TRACES system).

Portlaoise, Co. Laois, Ireland — browse more cats in Ireland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Arthur, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Arthur?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Laois SPCA handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Arthur on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Arthur if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Laois SPCA will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Arthur already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most cats on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Arthur isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Laois SPCA early rather than rehoming privately; they know Arthur and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?
TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (EN). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.
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