How do I contact the shelter about Mr White?

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

Can I adopt Mr White if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tenerife 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 Mr White 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 Mr White 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 Tenerife Animal Sanctuary early rather than rehoming privately; they know Mr White 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 (ES). 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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Mr White

Mixed Breed · Unknown

Our Loving FeLV Fighter. Mr. White came to us through our small animal veterinary team after his previous owner abandoned him following a positive FeLV test (Feline leukemia virus). Sadly, this is a far too common fate for cats on the island. With widespread stray populations and low vaccination practices, FeLV spreads easily and, because it is contagious, many cats with the virus are simply euthanised. But Mr. White was fortunate. He landed in the care of one of the island’s most devoted cat-loving vets who refused to accept that his diagnosis should be a death sentence. Determined to find him a safe home, she brought him to us and it couldn’t have been better timing. Our long-term FeLV resident, Karen, had recently become the only cat in our dedicated hospital space after the heartbreaking passing of Julius. Mr. White arrived not just needing sanctuary, but companionship. And after Karen cautiously decided to accept him, he settled in beautifully. FeLV can lead to complex health problems and Mr. White does require ongoing medical treatment and specialised care, which is expensive. But despite all of this, he is one of the happiest souls in our sanctuary – affectionate, chatty, and cuddly, he is always the first to greet you, rubbing against your legs the moment you enter for enrichment or feeding. Mr. White is living proof that even animals with serious diagnoses can live joyful lives when given love, safety, and a chance. He may require extra care, but he gives back far more – warmth, companionship and a reminder that every life, no matter how fragile, is worthy of dignity and affection. Sponsor Mr White today to help with his ongoing medical treatment and specialised care. He'll love you forever!

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Our Loving FeLV Fighter. Mr. White came to us through our small animal veterinary team after his previous owner abandoned him following a positive FeLV test (Feline leukemia virus). Sadly, this is a far too common fate for cats on the island. With widespread stray populations and low vaccination practices, FeLV spreads easily and, because it is contagious, many cats with the virus are simply euthanised. But Mr. White was fortunate. He landed in the care of one of the island’s most devoted cat-loving vets who refused to accept that his diagnosis should be a death sentence. Determined to find him a safe home, she brought him to us and it couldn’t have been better timing. Our long-term FeLV resident, Karen , had recently become the only cat in our dedicated hospital space after the heartbreaking passing of Julius. Mr. White arrived not just needing sanctuary, but companionship. And after Karen cautiously decided to accept him, he settled in beautifully. FeLV can lead to complex health problems and Mr. White does require ongoing medical treatment and specialised care, which is expensive. But despite all of this, he is one of the happiest souls in our sanctuary – affectionate, chatty, and cuddly, he is always the first to greet you, rubbing against your legs the moment you enter for enrichment or feeding. Mr. White is living proof that even animals with serious diagnoses can live joyful lives when given love, safety, and a chance. He may require extra care, but he gives back far more – warmth, companionship and a reminder that every life, no matter how fragile, is worthy of dignity and affection. Sponsor Mr White today to help with his ongoing medical treatment and specialised care. He'll love you forever!

Size

Small

Age

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Location

🇪🇸Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Shelter

Tenerife Animal Sanctuary

Living with Mr White

✓Vaccinated

Cared for by Tenerife Animal Sanctuary · Santa Cruz de Tenerife Learn about Mixed Breed →

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Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Mr White home

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About Mr White

What life with Mr White looks like

Mr White is a small adult mixed breed cat waiting at Tenerife Animal Sanctuary in Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

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 Spain

Spanish protectoras generally include sterilization, all vaccinations, microchip ID, and EU pet passport in the adoption fee (typically €250–€400 for a dog, €100–€180 for a cat). Many maintain partnerships with rescue transport providers across the EU.

Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain — browse more cats in Spain.

Frequently asked

Adopting Mr White, answered.

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