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Jasper

Male · 10 months

Jasper is a shy and sensitive boy who can be quite guarded around new people and unfamiliar surroundings. He may initially prefer to hide but tasty treats can help encourage him out and begin to build his trust. Once Jasper feels comfortable with you, he enjoys attention and being groomed, which will help keep his coat in good condition. He is comfortable being picked up but hasn’t shown much interest in toys at the Centre yet, although we hope his playful side will emerge once he feels settled in his new home. Jasper is looking for a quieter home with an owner who has some experience with timid cats and can give him the time and patience he needs to build his confidence at his own pace.

Size
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Age
10 months
Location
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Shelter
RSPCA Radcliffe Animal Centre
Cared for by RSPCA Radcliffe Animal Centre · United Kingdom
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Bringing Jasper home

What you'll need for Jasper in week one.

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  1. 01
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    Hard-Shell Cat Carrier

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    €25–40
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    Feliway Calming Spray

    Cat-specific pheromone. Spritz the carrier 15 min before pickup.

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    €18–25
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    Covered Litter Box

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    Clumping Cat Litter

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    Litter Scoop + Stand

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    Sturdy Scratching Post

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About Jasper

What life with Jasper looks like

Jasper is a adult cat waiting at RSPCA Radcliffe Animal Centre 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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Jasper, answered.

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