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PhileasFogg

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 2 years

PhileasFogg. He turned up at a cat lovers house in Ballylinan last year, a bit skinny and snotty so we arranged for him to go to the vet in Castlecomer. Unfortunately he escaped the carrier in the car, then escaped from the car and took off up the lane near the vet. We were out knocking on doors and asking around the area all week. We even set up a camera in a farmyard where a black cat was spotted. We caught that black cat, it wasn’t Phileas (but we removed his testicles anyway 😸) . We were beginning to lose hope when 10 days later we got a phone call from another cat lover in Kilkenny city who said Phileas was in her yard, starving! We were sceptical, that’s 19km from where he escaped and he’s an all black cat, it couldn’t be him. But it was!! He was by then the skinniest cat we had ever taken in. He was 2.6kg… Now he’s 7.4kg! And his coat is starting to shine! He got his name because of his extensive travels. It took quite a while to get him snot free and in such good condition but now this big chunk of cat is ready for adoption! He’s about 2 years old, thriving and huge! He is a gentle giant though. He gets on well with all his foster siblings, he’s very gentle with the little kittens, even standing back and letting them have his dinner. He is used to other cats but given his size he is quite intimidating for other adults and they may be especially hostile, so a controlled introduction will be necessary for new cats. He is used to dogs and likes winding between the legs of his lurcher foster brothers. He loves to snuggle up and get rubs, he’s a very sweet gentle boy so would be suitable for a home with children. Cat Adoption Application DAFM No KPT 200001C

Size
Extra large
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇮🇪Portlaoise, Co. Laois
Shelter
Laois SPCA
Living with PhileasFogg
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Laois SPCA · Portlaoise, Co. LaoisLearn about Mixed Breed

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Bringing PhileasFogg home

What you'll need for PhileasFogg 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 PhileasFogg

What life with PhileasFogg looks like

PhileasFogg is a extra-large young adult mixed breed cat waiting at Laois SPCA in Portlaoise, Co. Laois.

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 Ireland

Irish shelters require a home check (often phone or video) and an adoption contract. Animals are vaccinated, chipped, and registered. Cross-border placements to mainland Europe require the rabies titer test (TRACES system).

Portlaoise, Co. Laois, Ireland browse more cats in Ireland.

Frequently asked

Adopting PhileasFogg, answered.

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