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Neko and Tako

Mixed Breed · Female · Kitten · 7 months

She looks the part too: a striking tabby with bold markings, a single black sock and lovely tufted ears that give her the look of a miniature lynx. Fittingly, her name simply means "cat" in Japanese, and she's a natural hunter, true to her instincts. Neko is independent to her core. She's reserved and likes her own space, and she isn't one for cuddles or laps. She shows trust on her own terms. At mealtimes she lowers her guard for an occasional nose bop and a stroke down her back, and those moments feel all the more special because she chooses them. Tako: a sweet little analyst Some cats explore a room. Tako studies it. In a new space she likes to take her time and investigate every corner carefully. What exactly is a potted plant? What's kept in the food cupboard? She likes to understand things properly before moving on. She pays just as much attention to people. In foster care she quickly learned when mealtimes are, and that a particular cupboard door opening means dinner is on its way. She even worked out which door her fosterers sleep behind and now waits patiently outside it. Very little gets past Tako. She's a sharply dressed tuxedo, with a glossy black coat, a crisp white bib and four perfect white socks, as though she's always ready for an important meeting. Her name means "octopus" in Japanese, a nod to that inky, jet-black coat. That clever little head comes with a big heart. Tako is wonderfully caring. She's always the first to go over and wash her sister, and she comes running whenever Neko calls. She's also recently discovered the joy of chin scratches and become a bit of a needy girl about it. She'll come up to ask for attention and purr away when you find the right spot. She isn't a lap cat, but she's growing more confident with people all the time. When the analysing is done, she's playful and full of energy and loves chasing a wand toy. Their dream home Neko’s heart is set on the great outdoors. She spends much of the day at the window, watching the world outside. Neko needs a home with safe outdoor access where she can explore, climb and follow her instincts, ideally with a garden and some high places to watch from. Gentle, curious and bright, Tako would love a home where she has many toys to play with and an endless supply of new things to investigate. They would suit a calm adult household, or a family with respectful older children, who appreciate cats for their independence, and are happy to give them time and space to settle in. Like many cat, Neko and Tako may need a little time to settle in somewhere new and take things at their own pace. Neko and Tako's details What is the colour of this cat? Neko - tabby / Tako - tuxedo (black and white) What is the sex of this cat? Female When was this cat born? 1 April 2026 Is the cat vaccinated? Yes Is the cat microchipped? Yes Is this cat neutered? Yes Is this cat part of a bonded pair? Yes Is this an indoor-only cat? No - indoor-outdoor, require safe outdoor access Is this cat suitable to live with small children? No Is this cat suitable to live with other cats? Unsure - they have only ever lived with each other Is this cat suitable to live with other pets? Unsure Does this cat have any special needs? No Reference: 26-0611-01

Size
Large
Age
Kitten · 7 months
Location
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Shelter
Feline Friends London
Living with Neko and Tako
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Spayed
  • ✓Microchipped
  • ✕Good with cats
  • ✕Good with kids
Cared for by Feline Friends London · United KingdomLearn about Mixed Breed →

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Bringing Neko and Tako home

What you'll need for Neko and Tako 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
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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
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    Clumping Cat Litter

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    €10–18
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    Litter Scoop + Stand

    Daily scooping is non-negotiable. A stand keeps the scoop clean.

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    Sturdy Scratching Post

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    €30–60

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About Neko and Tako

What life with Neko and Tako looks like

Neko and Tako is a large kitten mixed breed cat waiting at Feline Friends London in United Kingdom.

Kittens are tiny chaos engines for about six months and then mellow rapidly. They need two scheduled feedings, a litter box per cat plus one extra, and somewhere high to climb. Spay/neuter happens around six months — most shelters arrange this before adoption.

🇬🇧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 Neko and Tako, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Neko and Tako?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Feline Friends London handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Neko and Tako on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Neko and Tako if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Feline Friends London 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Neko and Tako 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 Neko and Tako 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 Feline Friends London early rather than rehoming privately; they know Neko and Tako 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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