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Adopt Nevil (Невіл)

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 5 years

Testimony of a cat named Neville My name is Neville. And I still believe in miracles. Once I had a home. Not a palace, but it seemed like mine. But later the doors stopped opening, the voices became unfamiliar, and instead of a warm blanket there was cold asphalt in front of a grocery store. I didn't ask. My dignity is my shield. I just sat. Endured the cold, hunger, indifference. Sometimes a kind hand offered a piece of bread - I nodded in thanks. But mostly the world was silent. And I - also. I was sick, exhausted, so thin I was all bones. But something still burned inside me that doesn't die in a true knight - belief that the world is not entirely dark. And then they came. People whose hands held neither fear nor pity - only warmth. They wrapped me in a blanket, and I ... allowed myself to melt for the first time in a long time. Not to give in - no. But to trust. In the animal shelter I received treatment, regained my strength, found myself again. And now I am Neville again - a knight who did not break. Yes, I dream. I dream of a person who will see in me not just a cat, but a soul - loyal, worthy, bright. Someone who will say: "Enough waiting. You are home." I don't impose myself. I don't make noise. I just wait. Quietly. With dignity. With an open heart. Because even knights dream of love. Poltava Sometimes the strongest hearts beat in those who remain silent...

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Сповідь одного кота на ім’я Невіл Моє ім’я — Невіл. І я досі вірю в дива. Колись я мав дім. Не палац, але, здавалося, свій. Та згодом двері перестали відчинятися, голоси стали чужими, а замість теплої подушки з’явився холодний асфальт перед продуктовим магазином. Я не просив. Моя гідність — мій щит. Я просто сидів. Терпів мороз, голод, байдужість. Часом траплялась добра рука з окрайцем хліба — я кивав на знак подяки. Але здебільшого світ мовчав. І я — теж. Я був хворий, виснажений, схудлий до кісток. Але в мені ще жевріло те, що не вмирає в справжнього рицаря — віра в те, що світ не зовсім чорний. А потім з’явились Вони. Люди, в чиїх руках не було ані страху, ані жалості — лише тепло. Мене загорнули в ковдру, і я… вперше за довгий час дозволив собі розтанути. Не здаватися — ні. А довіритись. У притулку я пройшов лікування, відновив сили, повернув себе. І тепер я знову Невіл — рицар, що не зламався. Так, я мрію. Мрію про людину, яка побачить у мені не просто кота, а душу — вірну, гідну, світлу. Того, хто скаже: «Досить чекати. Ти вдома.» Я не нав’язуюсь. Не шумлю. Я просто чекаю. Мовчки. З гідністю. З відкритим серцем. Бо навіть рицарі мріють про любов. Полтава Іноді найсильніші серця б'ються в тих, хто мовчить… і просто чекає

Size
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇺🇦Ukraine
Shelter
Happy Paw Poltava
Living with Nevil (Невіл)
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Bringing Nevil (Невіл) home

What you'll need for Nevil (Невіл) 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
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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
  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
  6. 06

    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 Nevil (Невіл)

What life with Nevil (Невіл) looks like

Nevil (Невіл) is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at Happy Paw Poltava in Ukraine.

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 Ukraine

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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Nevil (Невіл), answered.

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