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Chubby Mittens

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Adult · 5 years

Chubby MittensDSH Black3-5 YearsChubby Mittens is a real character! He is a sweet an affectionate boy who is aptly named. He loves cuddles and loves his grub. Chubbs is FIV positive which means he has a weakened immunity so will need to be kept indoors only and the only cat in the house (unless they are FIV). With cat that has FIV (Feline immunodeficiency virus) they will need to have an extra eye kept on them health wise. This does not mean they can’t still live long and fulfilling lives He would be suited to a home with children who have a sensible approach to cats. He will need to be kept indoors.AN APPLICATION FORM MUST BE COMPLETED TO BE CONSIDEREDWe are open Wednesdays and Saturdays from .If you are interested in offering this cat a home and you meet the criteria listed, then please click on the following link to complete an online application or visit us during the above days and times.If you are being considered, we will be in touch to arrange an appointment for you to meet the cat and start the rehoming process.All parts of the form must be completed to ensure your application can be processedIf you are being considered to commence the adoption process you will receive a call from a number ending in 081 or 993; due to time constraints there will be a limited timescale to answer or respond to our message.

Size
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇬🇧Belfast
Shelter
Mid Antrim Animal Sanctuary
Living with Chubby Mittens
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Mid Antrim Animal Sanctuary · BelfastLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 2 days ago

Bringing Chubby Mittens home

What you'll need for Chubby Mittens in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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
    Editor's pick

    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 Chubby Mittens

What life with Chubby Mittens looks like

Chubby Mittens is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at Mid Antrim Animal Sanctuary in Belfast.

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 United Kingdom

UK shelters work under the Pet Travel Scheme (post-Brexit, the EU pet passport is not valid; a UK Animal Health Certificate is required for travel into the EU). Most UK rescues focus on domestic placements but some work with EU partners.

Belfast, United Kingdom browse more cats in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Chubby Mittens, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Chubby Mittens?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Mid Antrim Animal Sanctuary handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Chubby Mittens on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Chubby Mittens if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Mid Antrim Animal Sanctuary 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. UK adopters: post-Brexit travel into the EU requires an Animal Health Certificate. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Chubby Mittens 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 Chubby Mittens 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 Mid Antrim Animal Sanctuary early rather than rehoming privately; they know Chubby Mittens 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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