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Adopt Rex

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 2 years

Rex could live with children aged 10+. He could potentially live with other cats and is looking for an indoor-only home. Rex is a lovely, sweet young lad who has really grown in confidence during his stay with us. Initially, he had a hard time adjusting to his new environment, which likely would have been as there was lots of new changes to get used to, but also because he was dealing with poorly, uncomfortable eyes that he didn’t love having treated! Rex’s eye required surgery and, now that he is much more comfortable and his eyes aren’t causing him any issues, he is much happier and has really came out of his shell and shown us his true, playful character! He is a loving lad who loves being talked to and having attention. He also loves catnip and kicking catnip toys about in his bed! He can still be spooked by loud noises and will run back to the security of his safe space, but he recovers much more quickly now than when he first arrived. Rex has previously lived with another cat with no issues and so could potentially do so again with slow, careful introductions. This handsome chap has been an absolute pleasure to get to know during his time here at the shelter. It has been so lovely for our team see him grow in confidence and become such a happy boy after his surgery. He is now more than ready to find a forever family who can spoil him rotten and give him all the love, attention and playtime he desires! We have no doubt this big character will make such a fun and wonderful addition to his forever home. As mentioned above, Rex required entropion surgery on his eyelid. Whilst the surgery was a success, any potential rehomers should be aware that, if Rex were to have any future issues with his eyes, these are likely to be classed as a pre-existing condition and won’t be covered by pet insurance. The rehoming team will discuss this in more detail with any successful applicants.

Size
Large
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇬🇧Newcastle
Shelter
Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter
Living with Rex
  • Neutered
  • Good with cats
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Cared for by Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter · NewcastleLearn about Mixed Breed

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Bringing Rex home

What you'll need for Rex 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 Rex

What life with Rex looks like

Rex is a large young adult mixed breed cat waiting at Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter in Newcastle.

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.

Newcastle, United Kingdom browse more cats in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Rex, answered.

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