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Adopt Olivia

Mixed Breed Cat · Female · Senior · 11 years

Olivia is an independent senior cat looking for a very special kind of home. One that understands and respects her need for space, routine, and time to settle. Having lived as an indoor cat all her life, Olivia is happiest in a calm, predictable environment where she feels safe and in control of her surroundings. She has recently had a full dental and health check and is in good condition, ready to begin her next chapter. Olivia will take a long time to settle in a new space or people. Change is difficult for her, and she will need a patient adopter who is willing to let her adjust at her own pace, without pressure or expectations. She may take time to build trust, but with consistency and a quiet home, she has the potential to grow in confidence. She's alway been a shy cat, even in her previous home, and is unlikely to regularly want strokes and will always be a timid cat, but hopefully she can relax and become happy as 'lodger' in her new home and routine. Her ideal home would be: - Indoor only - Quiet and low traffic - Without children or other pets - With an understanding adopter who can offer gentle, hands-off care and a steady routine Olivia would thrive in a home where she can simply observe, relax, and gradually form a bond on her own terms. She isn't looking for constant attention or affection, but rather a safe, permanent place where she can feel secure and respected. If you’re someone who appreciates a more independent companion and can offer Olivia the calm, lifelong home she deserves, she could be the perfect addition to your life. Please get in touch.

Size
Age
Senior · 11 years
Location
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Shelter
The Sheffield Cats Shelter
Living with Olivia
  • Spayed
  • Good with kids
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Cared for by The Sheffield Cats Shelter · United KingdomLearn about Mixed Breed Cat

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Olivia home

What you'll need for Olivia 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 Olivia

What life with Olivia looks like

Olivia is a senior mixed breed cat cat waiting at The Sheffield Cats Shelter in United Kingdom.

Senior cats are the gentlest house guests: predictable, mostly silent, and grateful for a sunny windowsill. Older cats often have minor dental or kidney issues — keep an eye on water intake and weight. Many sleep eighteen hours a day and want no part of any drama.

🇬🇧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 Olivia, answered.

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