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Rizhik (Рижик)

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 3 years

Meet Rizhik, he is about 1 year old. He is already neutered, treated for fleas and worms, vaccinated, and knows the litter box perfectly. This reddish handsome cat went through a difficult story that left a scar on his heart, but did not break his gentle nature. Once, when he first ended up on the street, Rizhik looked at passersby with hope, gently touched them with his paw, trying to find a new family. His strategy worked: once he was taken home, but after a few weeks he was returned again, due to family circumstances. The small red kitten returned to the animal shelter, a bit sadder, but still as kind and loving as ever. Now we are looking for a family for Rizhik who will not betray him again and become his true home. He is the perfect companion - quiet, gentle, with an open heart that longs for love and care. If you are looking for a loyal friend, the red sun named Rizhik will be a great partner for you.

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Знайомтеся – це Рижик, йому близько 1 року. Він вже кастрований, оброблений від блох і глистів, вакцинований, і лоточок знає на відмінно. Цей рудий красень пережив непросту історію, яка залишила в нього шрам у серці, але не зламала його ніжний характер. Колись, вперше опинившись на вулиці, Рижик з надією дивився на перехожих, легенько гладив їх лапкою, намагаючись знайти нову родину. Його стратегія спрацювала: одного разу його взяли додому, проте за кілька тижнів знову повернули, через сімейні обставини. Малий рудий котик повернувся до притулку, трохи сумніший, але все такий же добрий і ласкавий. Тепер ми шукаємо для Рижика сім’ю, яка більше не зрадить і стане для нього справжньою домівкою. Він ідеальний компаньйон – тихий, ніжний, з відкритим серцем, яке жадає любові та турботи. Якщо ви шукаєте відданого друга, руде сонечко на ім’я Рижик стане для вас чудовим напарником. Телефонуйте і приїжджайте знайомитися – він з нетерпінням чекає на свою справжню родину!

Size
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Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇺🇦Ukraine
Shelter
Happy Paw Kyiv
Living with Rizhik (Рижик)
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Neutered
Cared for by Happy Paw Kyiv · UkraineLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 6 months ago

Bringing Rizhik (Рижик) home

What you'll need for Rizhik (Рижик) in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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
    Editor's pick

    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 Rizhik (Рижик)

What life with Rizhik (Рижик) looks like

Rizhik (Рижик) is a young adult mixed breed cat waiting at Happy Paw Kyiv in Ukraine.

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 Ukraine

The shelter typically completes the animal's vaccinations, microchipping, and pet passport before adoption. Specific fees and process details vary by shelter and country — confirm directly via the contact details in the sidebar.

Ukraine, Ukraine — browse more cats in Ukraine.

Frequently asked

Adopting Rizhik (Рижик), answered.

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