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Raphael

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 5 years

Meet Raphael, a very sweet-natured cat with a big personality. He is a large white and black boy (approximately 5 years old) who is initially quite timid, but once he knows you better, absolutely adores being the centre of attention. So long as you have got endless strokes to offer (he loves being brushed) he’s happy, although he occasionally gets impatient and gives you a bop if you’re not paying attention! He eats rather too well, enjoys the odd game, and loves the windowsill, gazing at the view during the day. At night he moves in for plenty of cuddles! This cheeky boy has even tried to get in his fosterer’s bed! Raphael is currently being fostered with Pavlova with whom he was rescued. As a pair, they are only loosely bonded and Raphael can be a little bossy so Pavlova tends to keep out his way. Raphael can even get jealous if you stroke Pavlova too much and not him! However, they do choose to be in the same room and they do eat together. As they cohabit well, they can be adopted as a pair. Raphael will need access to a garden/ safe outside space once he is fully settled in. No young children please and no other cats (excluding Pavlova) to compete for attention. Given time to relax and settle in, we think he will be a great companion cat. Technical bits: Raphael is neutered, microchipped and fully vaccinated. He will go home with 5 weeks free pet insurance. If you would like to offer this gorgeous boy a loving home, or adopt both Raphael and Pavlova, please download the adoption form or email us.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Shelter
The Cats Whiskers Rescue (East Herts)
Living with Raphael
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by The Cats Whiskers Rescue (East Herts) · United KingdomLearn about Mixed Breed

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Bringing Raphael home

What you'll need for Raphael 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
  5. 05

    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 Raphael

What life with Raphael looks like

Raphael is a large adult mixed breed cat waiting at The Cats Whiskers Rescue (East Herts) 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 Raphael, answered.

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