How do I contact the shelter about John?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Whispaws Animal Sanctuary handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw John on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt John if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Whispaws 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. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.

Is John 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 John 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 Whispaws Animal Sanctuary early rather than rehoming privately; they know John 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 (SR). 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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John

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Young · 2 years

👉🏻 Meet John – A big softie with an even bigger heart. ⚧️ Sex: Male 🎂 Age: 1-2 years old 🦴 Breed: Black Shorthair 🐱 Cat friendly: Yes 🐕 Dog friendly: Yes 👶 Child friendly: Yes 🏡 Ideal home: A calm, loving home with humans to cuddle and friendly pets to befriend would be perfect 🐾 Personality & Temperament 🐾 John has the softest, sweetest personality – he purrs constantly, loves affection and is friendly with all animals, not just other cats. He enjoys playtime, little training sessions, mealtimes and most of all, cuddles. 📖 John’s Story 📖 John was rescued by a friend of Whispaws during a visit to Serbia in September 2025. At first, he appeared to have a limp and possibly a damaged leg, but a closer look revealed an abscess on his paw. With proper veterinary treatment and lots of care, his paw has now healed beautifully. He is healthy, disease-free, and receives monthly preventative care, so he’s fully ready for his forever home. John is now safe in foster care with our rescuer in Serbia. This gentle, cuddly boy would make a loving, joyful addition to any family. Could it be with you?

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Size

Large

Age

Young · 2 years

Location

🇷🇸Serbia (UK-managed)

Shelter

Whispaws Animal Sanctuary

Living with John

✕Good with cats
✓Good with kids

Cared for by Whispaws Animal Sanctuary · Serbia (UK-managed)Learn about Mixed Breed →

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Listed 4 months ago

Bringing John home

What you'll need for John in week one.

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About John

What life with John looks like

John is a large young adult mixed breed cat waiting at Whispaws Animal Sanctuary in Serbia (UK-managed).

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 Serbia

The shelter typically completes the animal's vaccinations, microchipping, and pet passport before adoption. Specific fees and process details vary by shelter and country — confirm directly via the contact details in the sidebar.

Serbia (UK-managed), Serbia — browse more cats in Serbia.

Frequently asked

Adopting John, answered.

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