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Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 9 years

Dexter could live with children aged 14+ and is looking for an indoor-only home. Dexter is a wonderful, handsome lad who was recently rehomed and has sadly been returned to us through no fault of his own. He was described as a very affectionate lad in the home who constantly wants attention and loves to cuddle on your lap! His previous rehomer described him as very curious – wanting to investigate every cupboard and surface! His favourite thing in the world is human company and he always wants to be around them – having a fuss and sleeping on their beds overnight. He tends not to play with toys on his own, but will interact with them when playing with his humans. Dexter heartbreakingly first arrived into our care after his owner passed away. He is just desperately craving the safety and comfort of a familiar person to call his own. He so deserves to find his forever home, where he can be spoilt rotten and have the human company he loves so much. Dexter has a low grade heart murmur. Whilst not currently causing him any issues, any potential rehomers should be aware that this is something that will need to be monitored and will likely be classed as a pre-existing condition and be excluded by pet insurance.

Size
Age
Adult · 9 years
Location
🇬🇧Newcastle
Shelter
Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter
Living with Dexter
  • Neutered
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Cared for by Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter · NewcastleLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Dexter home

What you'll need for Dexter 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 Dexter

What life with Dexter looks like

Dexter is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter in Newcastle.

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.

Newcastle, United Kingdom browse more cats in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Dexter, answered.

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