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Pickle

Mixed Breed Cat · Unknown · Adult · 7 years

Pickle came to us with his sister Skye when their owner could no longer manage their care. He was not a huge fan of cattery life and tended to hide in his cat tower outside. Although he did not mind human company and the odd tickle, he just didn’t want to be out and about while we were around. Pickle was in poor condition, underweight and with a lot of fur missing.As soon as we could, we got Pickle into one of our amazing foster homes where with time and patience he has made a lot of progress. At first Pickle was very shy and spent a lot of his time in his own room, in a cardboard box fort, just sticking his head out for fuss and treats, which earned him the affectionate nickname ‘Turtle’!But nowadays he happily spends time with his fosterers as they go about their daily life. He does not crave affection and is not one for sitting on top of you, but he will nudge you at certain times of the day to let you know he’s ready for some attention! He likes to chat and will meow his wants and needs to you! Pickle will play with toys and in particular enjoys a ‘hunt’ before meal times! He also loves being brushed. All of Pickle's fur has grown back and he now looks beautiful.

Size
Extra large
Age
Adult · 7 years
Location
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Shelter
RSPCA Preston & District Branch
Cared for by RSPCA Preston & District Branch · United KingdomLearn about Mixed Breed Cat

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Bringing Pickle home

What you'll need for Pickle 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
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    Clumping Cat Litter

    Match the shelter's brand for the first bag, transition slowly over a week.

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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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    €10–18
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    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 Pickle

What life with Pickle looks like

Pickle is a extra-large adult mixed breed cat cat waiting at RSPCA Preston & District Branch in United Kingdom.

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 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 Pickle, answered.

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