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Ferdin

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 5 years

Ferdin is a magnificent, enormous white tomcat, whom we found lying under a tree during the height of the summer heat. He was at the end of his strength, unable to fight on, and seemed to be quietly waiting for the worst. We don't know whether he ever had a family. We don't know whether he was born on the street or whether someone abandoned him there once he was no longer wanted. His past will probably never be revealed. One thing, however, we do know! Without help, his story would very likely have ended right there under that tree. Ferdin is not the type of cat who constantly seeks attention or rubs against your legs. He is calm, unobtrusive, and needs his own space. Even so, handling him is completely easy. He cooperates beautifully during veterinary examinations and routine care; he is sensible and easygoing. He is a huge cat who builds his bond with people gradually and at his own pace. And such friendships are often the most lasting ones. For white cats, life on the street is extremely dangerous. Their light skin, especially on the ears and nose, is very sensitive to sunlight. Prolonged sun exposure can lead to painful burns and, later, even to skin cancer. On hot summer days, they are also much more prone to overheating, dehydration, and exhaustion. For white cats, the street therefore means not only a struggle for food, but a daily threat to their health and life. We believe Ferdin has already endured his suffering. Now he deserves peace, a safe home, and a family that will not expect perfection from him, but will accept him exactly as he is. A dignified cat with a quiet nature who, after everything he has been through, deserves at last to feel that he belongs somewhere. We are placing Ferdin exclusively as an indoor cat and as a member of a household and family. Ferdin can also be supported financially, for veterinary procedures and food. SNP 21, 811 01 Bratislava FIO CZ: 2201868518/2010 SWIFT/.s., V Celnici 1028/10, 117 21 Praha 1

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Ferdin je nádherný obrovitánsky biely kocúrik, ktorého sme našli v čase najväčších letných horúčav ležať pod stromom. Bol na pokraji síl a nevládal ďalej bojovať a akoby už len potichu čakal na to najhoršie. Nevieme, či mal vôbec niekedy svoju rodinu. Nevieme, či sa narodil na ulici alebo ho tam niekto vyhodil, keď prestal byť vítaný. Jeho minulosť sa už zrejme nikdy nedozvieme. Vieme však jedno ! Bez pomoci by jeho príbeh veľmi pravdepodobne skončil práve pod tým stromom. Ferdin nie je typ kocúrika, ktorý bude neustále vyhľadávať pozornosť alebo sa vám obtierať o nohy. Je pokojný, nenápadný a potrebuje svoj priestor. Napriek tomu je manipulácia s ním úplne bezproblémová. Pri veterinárnych vyšetreniach aj bežnej starostlivosti krásne spolupracuje, je rozumný a nekonfliktný. Je to obrovský kocúrik, ktorý si vzťah s človekom buduje postupne a vlastným tempom. A práve takéto priateľstvá bývajú často tie najpevnejšie. Pre biele mačky je život na ulici mimoriadne nebezpečný. Ich svetlá koža, najmä na uškách a nošteku, je veľmi citlivá na slnečné žiarenie. Dlhodobé vystavovanie sa slnku môže viesť k bolestivým popáleninám a neskôr dokonca k vzniku nádorových ochorení kože. V horúcich letných dňoch sú zároveň oveľa náchylnejšie na prehriatie organizmu, dehydratáciu a vyčerpanie. Ulica preto pre biele mačky nepredstavuje len boj o potravu, ale aj každodenné ohrozenie ich zdravia a života. Veríme, že Ferdin už svoje trápenie prežil. Teraz si zaslúži pokoj, bezpečný domov a rodinu, ktorá od neho nebude očakávať dokonalosť, ale prijme ho presne takého, aký je. Dôstojného kocúrika s tichou povahou, ktorý si po všetkom, čím si prešiel, zaslúži konečne pocítiť, že niekam patrí. Ferdina adoptujeme výlučne do interiéru ako člena domácnosti a rodinky. Ferdina je možné podporiť aj finančne, na veterinárne úkony a stravu. SNP 21, 811 01 Bratislava FIO CZ: 2201868518/2010 SWIFT/.s., V Celnici 1028/10, 117 21 Praha 1

Size
Small
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇸🇰Slovakia
Shelter
Malá farma
Living with Ferdin
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Good with dogs
  • ✓Good with cats
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Malá farma · SlovakiaLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Ferdin home

What you'll need for Ferdin 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
    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
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    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 Ferdin

What life with Ferdin looks like

Ferdin is a small adult mixed breed cat waiting at Malá farma in Slovakia.

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 Slovakia

Slovak rescue groups coordinate cross-border transport with European partners. Animals are often chipped and vaccinated; sterilization is sometimes included for adults and arranged after adoption for puppies and kittens. Confirm with the shelter.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Ferdin, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Ferdin?
Use the "View on shelter website" button on this page, which takes you to the shelter's own page. Malá farma handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Ferdin on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Ferdin if I live in another country?
Often, but it depends on the shelter and the countries involved. Some rescues place animals abroad and some only adopt out locally, so ask Malá farma whether they will for Ferdin, what they require (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Ferdin already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Malá farma lists Ferdin as neutered. The adoption fee, and what it covers, is set by Malá farma, so confirm with them what is included (vaccinations, microchip, sterilization, paperwork) and ask about specific vaccines, recent bloodwork or chronic conditions.
What happens if Ferdin isn't the right fit?
Many rescues take an animal back if an adoption doesn't work, but policies differ, so ask Malá farma about its return policy before you adopt. If things aren't working, talk it through with them early rather than rehoming privately; they know Ferdin 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 (SK). 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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