How do I contact the shelter about Blathnaid?

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 Blathnaid on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Blathnaid 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 Blathnaid 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 Blathnaid 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 Blathnaid 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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Blathnaid

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 2 years

Blathnaid. is about 2 years old and a real personality. She was a farm cat, we went out and trapped her and her 2 co mammies, got them neutered and took their 9 kittens into foster care. A couple of days after her surgery we got a call from the humans to say Bláthnaid wasn’t doing well. When our volunteer arrived out to the farm she noticed that Bláthnaid’s tail was limp. When she got her to the vet it transpired that she had gotten a bang of something, her tail was paralysed and she was unable to empty her bladder or bowel. She ended up staying in the vets for 10 days, having her bladder expressed as she slowly regained control (and gave out to the team as they expressed her daily 🤦🏻‍♀️). She came into foster care to recover and slowly regained control of her bladder and bowel. It’s all back to full function now! Unfortunately her tail became necrotic and had to be amputated. She had a tough couple of months but she says it was worth it because she has no interest in being a farm cat. She loves the pet life and wants all the attention! She is a real charmer and will be straight up in your arms, loving on you. She nearly ran off with the Jehovah’s witnesses that called to her foster home! She has been known to nibble on fingers that are not actively rubbing her. As well as loving rubs her other interests include playing and snoozing on the human. She is used to dogs and is not shy about chasing her lurcher foster brothers if they are getting too boisterous, the dogs have learned that she will throw a swipe at them just because she can, so they keep an eye on her when she’s playing nice or trying to share their bed. She has a definite dislike of a few of her feline foster siblings and will chase them mercilessly, but loves others. She knows her likes and dislikes! A controlled introduction will be required for other animals but she might be enough pet all on her own! This girl is a real character who will find her spot in your life and fill it with fun and love immediately. Cat Adoption Application DAFM No KPT 200001C

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Age

Young · 2 years

Location

🇮🇪Portlaoise, Co. Laois

Shelter

Laois SPCA

Living with Blathnaid

✓Neutered

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About Blathnaid

What life with Blathnaid looks like

Blathnaid is a young 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 Blathnaid, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Blathnaid?: 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 Blathnaid on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Blathnaid 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 Blathnaid 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 Blathnaid 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 Blathnaid 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.