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Derek

Male · Adult · 4 years

Breed: DMHReference: C2026139. Age: 4 years. Sex: MaleI’d prefer to be the only cat in the homeI’m quiet but full of loveI'm a shy guy, I'll need time to settleI may be able to live with a dogI’d prefer a quiet home to live inI could live with children of secondary school ageI may want to go outdoors to exploreI love a cat napI'm litter trainedApply to adopt Derek Cat application formHow to adopt a catCaring for your catBack to catsHelp me find a homeApply to adopt Derek Cat application formHow to adopt a catCaring for your catBack to catsHelp me find a homeMore about DerekMore information about Derek coming soon... Cats looking for their forever homesPeter2026-09-20T09:52:11+01:00BirdiePeter2026-09-03T06:41:20+01:00MilaPeter2026-08-19T06:39:04+01:00TulipPeter2026-09-20T09:53:21+01:00DerekCats looking for their forever homesPeter2026-09-20T09:52:11+01:00BirdiePeter2026-09-03T06:41:20+01:00MilaPeter2026-08-19T06:39:04+01:00TulipPeter2026-09-20T09:53:21+01:00DerekMore from RSPCA ChesterfieldA gift in your WillEverything you need to know about leaving a gift in your will or donating in memory of a loved one. Donate todayMaking a donation is quick and easy. Any amount you can give will help change the lives of animals. Volunteer for usDo something rewarding for animals and give the gift of time. Join our team and make a difference.

Size
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Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Shelter
RSPCA Chesterfield and North Derbyshire
Living with Derek
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by RSPCA Chesterfield and North Derbyshire · United Kingdom
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Bringing Derek home

What you'll need for Derek 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
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    Sturdy Scratching Post

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    €30–60

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About Derek

What life with Derek looks like

Derek is a adult cat waiting at RSPCA Chesterfield and North Derbyshire in United Kingdom.

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.

United Kingdom, United Kingdom — browse more cats in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Derek, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Derek?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. RSPCA Chesterfield and North Derbyshire handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Derek on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Derek if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — RSPCA Chesterfield and North Derbyshire 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 Derek 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 Derek 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 RSPCA Chesterfield and North Derbyshire early rather than rehoming privately; they know Derek 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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